What embodying strength means to me is the discovery of one’s physical, emotional, and mental strengths and the building of resilience. A person will likely sustain an exercise routine when they find a type of exercise that they enjoy. Consistency in exercise training promotes change in one’s body, such as increased muscular strength and cardiovascular stamina. Other positive changes may be lowered stress, high-quality sleep, and better mood, enhancing one’s quality of life. Furthermore, an increase in self-esteem and a sense of empowerment will soon follow, encouraging resilience, endurance, and even a little grit.

I am a health educator who seeks to bridge the all-encompassing meaning of “wellness” and genuinely care for the body and the mind. Having been a fitness professional since 2013, I have witnessed the beautiful benefits of exercise on mental health.

As of January 2023, I will cease offering one-on-one and group exercise sessions and focus on completing a master’s program in clinical mental health counseling at Texas Tech University, which will bring me one step closer to obtaining an LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor).

As an LPC, my group therapy programs will include components of Yoga, Meditation, Breathwork, and other forms of gentle movements. They will be designed with evidence-based treatments for dissociative, depressive, anxiety, trauma, and stress-related disorders.

As a fitness professional, I loved group training. In my work at a mood & anxiety center, it is no surprise that I also enjoyed leading groups as a Program Therapist. Many people find comfort in realizing that they are not alone and that others can relate to what they are experiencing. The shared experience is quite powerful, and I am eager to increase these results while caring for the body.

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