A Holistic Integrative Approach for

Mental Health & Fitness

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Talk therapy & fitness with a licensed therapist/certified personal trainer.

Also providing outdoor immersion to improve emotional regulation, reduce stress, and build resilience.

EMH uses exercise and guided reflection as tools for your mental health.

  • Cognitive Restructuring

    Clients will identify and positively reshape assumptions and beliefs about their physical/mental limitations by using self-affirming statements before and after workouts. EMH aims to develop positive muscle and cognitive memory while guiding clients to acknowledge, accept, and express gratitude for what their bodies have accomplished.
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  • Motivational Interviewing

    EMH aims to empower clients to discover the internal motivation needed to acknowledge and transform behaviors and beliefs that contribute to ambivalence and insecurities about their bodies and fitness levels.

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  • Mindfulness

    At EMH, the goal is for clients to develop awareness of their body’s experiences while engaging in both talk therapy and physical fitness therapy, fostering a deeper connection between mind and body.
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  • “I've always wanted to learn how to box and I love fitness challenges! I liked being able to talk about my feelings too while working out.

    -Jose, 20

  • "I like that I can talk to my therapist and do fitness at the same time. It doesn’t feel boring to me and the time goes by quick!"

    -Eric, 16

  • “I’ve worked with Melissa in this combined program for almost a year and I couldn’t be happier with the results and experience. She is extremely encouraging and pushed me to achieve the goals my Primary Care Physician had set for me."

    -David-42

  • "Melissa is a great coach/mentor and whenever I need to talk, she is there to guide me. Since I started this program, I have learned to persevere and that I am capable of much more than I think both mentally and physically!"

    -Ariana, 18

  • "I’ve worked with Melissa for over 3 years. I feel good mentally and recognize my abilities both mentally and physically! She’s helped me develop strength, endurance, and stamina, and with my newfound confidence I keep developing new goals.”

    -Jeanine-71, and feeling confident!

Meet Melissa:

I am a licensed therapist, certified personal trainer, and USA certified boxer. I have 30+ years of experience as a mental health clinician who treats chronic mental health conditions through tailored exercise programs helping clients work towards and achieve goals. I am a Black lesbian, and transracial adoptee which has provided me first-hand experience of the challenges and complexities of identity development which is just one of my clinical focuses.

MSW, LSCW, CPT, CSAC

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FAQs

  • Currently, EBF does not accept health insurance. However, clients may be able to seek reimbursement directly from their insurance provider. A National Provider Identifier (NPI) can be provided upon request.

  • The initial visit is conducted in person at the office. During this session, a comprehensive assessment is completed, including a review of medical history, current concerns, and any limitations. We will also discuss your goals and complete any necessary paperwork.

  • EMH accepts cash, Venmo, and major credit cards as forms of payment.

  • To help EMH accommodate scheduling for all clients, a 24-hour cancellation policy is in place. This policy will be reviewed during the first visit, and clients will be asked to sign an acknowledgment form and put a credit on reserve. EMH reserves the right to charge the full session fee to the credit card on file if the policy is not followed.

  • Absolutely NOT! This is the starting journey of developing and achieving your own mental health & fitness goals. EMH works with all levels of fitness from beginners to elite athletes. NO JUDGEMENT ZONE!

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We’d love to hear from you! For more information or, to book a session, reach out to us through our Contact Us form.