mind • body balance
recover from stress & burnout
regulate your nervous system
yoga • 5NP • holistic coaching
our nervous systems weren’t meant to hold all of this.
This work is a science-backed, heart-led synthesis of my training in somatics and psychology, designed to help you reconnect with yourself, build a more resourced nervous system, and feel more anchored during difficult seasons.
Based in Roanoke, Virginia, I work with clients locally and virtually, and I am here to support you wherever you are.
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a calmer baseline starts here
There are a few different ways we can work together, whether you’re nearby or anywhere else in the world. Get comfy and have a look around. I’m here for you whenever you’re ready to get started.
looking for wellness support for your team or group?
I partner with businesses, healthcare organizations, and community groups to provide private yoga, 5NP, and educational experiences focused on stress reduction, nervous system regulation, and burnout recovery.
i’m so glad you’re here
Welcome! I’m Mel. I wear a few different hats, and aside from my primary role as a Shih Tzu butler, there is a common thread that runs between them. My work is centered around helping folks find better balance in both their minds and nervous systems, so they can live with more ease and vitality.
I have a background in psychology and contemplative traditions, over a decade of experience helping people navigate mental health struggles, as well as training in yoga and 5NP ear acupuncture. All of this allows me to offer a unique blend of care.
I love and deeply value my role as a psychotherapist, but I found that much of the healing work I’m qualified to provide falls outside the scope of my counseling license. So I created a separate business where I can blend all my expertise together. These are the offerings you’ll find herein.
It was nonlinear path to get here, but I love what I do. And I would be honored for the opportunity to walk your path with you, and help you move the needle on feeling better.
kind words
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"Mel’s ability to listen and empathize, while also finding moments to laugh together, has me leaving our sessions feeling heard, seen, and enriched... If you’re looking for someone who will connect with you in a meaningful way, while also leading you toward growth, she’s the one!"
— Jordan
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"Mel’s yoga class is the peaceful reset my body and mind need each week. Her calm manner, gracious guidance, and intentional steady pacing make the stresses of my day float away."
- Cara
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"My 5NP acupuncture session with Mel was incredibly relaxing and grounding—she created a safe, calming space that immediately put me at ease. I left feeling lighter, balanced, and filled with positivity."
— Morgan
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