Our Team

I have a great passion for working with adolescents and adults who may be experiencing emotional difficulties. I enjoy exposing clients to new coping skills and developing more healthy ways to deal with distress. Currently, I am providing individual counseling services to address things, such as depression, anxiety, grief, self-harm, and racial identity. My goal is to assist clients in gaining a deeper understanding of themselves using mindfulness, strength-based, and culturally sensitive approaches.

As a Counseling Psychology Ph.D. student, I have received extensive training in cultural diversity, and I have an interest in racial identity development.

I can't believe it took me so long to find massage! As a kid, I always had my hands on somebody and still love it, even after practicing for 10 years. In previous careers, this would be about the time I would be looking for the next adventure (which just meant I would completely change direction) and start something completely new. This is the first career where I want to do this forever. Massage is a great noninvasive way of healing most issues that plague us all. Examples include stress, carpal tunnel, plantar fasciitis, chronic pain, muscle stiffness/soreness, loss of range of motion, poor circulation, and the list goes on. After a brief consultation, I will customize the massage to meet your specific needs, whether it is a relaxation massage, deep tissue, trigger point, pregnancy, or pre- and post-sporting events massage. Additional spa treatments are also available, like peppermint foot scrubs and hand/feet paraffin dips.

I'm a yoga instructor, health educator, and Army NG 68 Medial Series Soldier from Akron, OH. I've been practicing yoga for over six years and have been an athlete since nine years of age. My passion for health and fitness has always been my purpose in life, and I'm now walking in that purpose every day to serve others.

I have my RYT-500HR and bachelor's degree in health education from Kent State University. I have continued my education in wellness by earning multiple meditation, sound healing, and reiki certifications to help provide services and education for my students and community.

My unique touch comes from my story of growing up in a lower-income area of Akron to become a business owner and educator of many talents. I'm able to connect and relate to others through understanding. My background being an athlete through college and past injuries in combination with my education in the health field gives me a unique perspective on healing techniques for my students.

I lost 100+lbs and kept it off for over four years so I understand what it takes to achieve lasting results.

Backed by my master's degree in counseling psychology and my personal experience, I've helped over 150 women build lifelong healthy habits and achieve their weight loss goals without extreme exercise or restrictive diets.

They have not only transformed their bodies but have also become happier, more confident, and an overall better version of themselves.

As your coach, I will guide and support you as you navigate your weight loss journey.

I will help you develop the strategy, skills, and mindset you need to lose weight and keep it off long-term.

Hi! I'm Suniyah El, a certified trauma-informed life and fitness coach.

I experienced a variety of trauma as a child that followed me into adulthood. For much of my life, I had low self-esteem and no self-love or hope. I truly felt like I had no purpose.

Although I was never overweight, the weight of trauma and depression led me to become mentally, emotionally, and physically unhealthy.

After contemplating suicide for the 7th time I finally realized I needed help. That's when I started my healing journey.

I started therapy, which was a life-saver for me. I also began to realize the internal benefits of regular exercise.

Being intentional about exercising my mind and my body helped reduce my anxiety, depression, and negative moods. It also built my confidence and improved my cognitive functioning.

Now as a life and fitness coach, I help other women train for their lives, release what's been holding them back, build discipline and consistency, and tap into their inner DOPEness.