Wellness Professionals to Know 2025

Alex Ellis is the founder of The Soft Engine, a fast-growing online publication dedicated to mental fitness, wellness, and evidence-based self-improvement. With a background in digital publishing and content strategy, Alex specializes in turning complex health and productivity research into clear, actionable insights for everyday readers. Through The Soft Engine, Alex has published in-depth guides on topics ranging from stress recovery and mental clarity to biohacking and emerging wellness tech. Each article is rooted in credible research, presented in an accessible way, and supported by practical tools — a balance that has quickly earned The Soft Engine attention as a trusted voice in the wellness space. Alex’s expertise includes SEO-driven content development, data-backed storytelling, and building digital platforms that prioritize both authority and human connection. Beyond publishing, Alex contributes insights to journalists and media outlets through HARO and similar platforms, offering fresh perspectives on mental health, productivity, and the intersection of technology and wellness. If you’re seeking commentary on stress management, workplace wellbeing, or the future of digital wellness, Alex brings a unique mix of subject knowledge and publishing experience — with the ability to translate big ideas into relatable, real-world narratives.

I am a health and well-being coach with over 20 years of experience helping people improve their lives through health, fitness and personal growth. My background spans philosophy and psychology, alongside extensive work in fitness, nutrition, and coaching, where I have supported thousands of clients worldwide. I also draw on strong expertise in digital communication and programme development, skills that allow me to design, share, and deliver meaningful learning and coaching experiences effectively. My goal is to empower people to think deeply, live healthily, and grow with purpose.

Dr. Jo is a Holistic Life, Wellness, and Spiritual Coach, advanced yoga and mindfulness teacher, and the founder of TulaSoul. With a background as a clinical psychologist specializing in trauma, she now blends psychology, somatic healing, and embodiment practices to help high-achieving women reconnect with their bodies, regulate their nervous systems, and live more aligned, fulfilling lives. Her work focuses on the intersection of burnout, body disconnection, and emotional suppression—guiding women out of survival mode and into presence, self-trust, and authentic expression. Drawing from her own lived experience with eating disorder recovery and deep healing, Dr. Jo brings both professional expertise and personal insight to her work, making her approach both clinically grounded and deeply human. Dr. Jo is the creator of the EEE™ Method (Empowerment, Embodiment, Enlightenment), a trauma-informed framework for sustainable transformation. She speaks on topics including embodiment, nervous system regulation, body image healing, women’s empowerment, and the connection between emotional health and physical wellbeing. Through her coaching, speaking, and media appearances, Dr. Jo is redefining what it means for women to heal—not by fixing themselves, but by coming home to their bodies.

Currently consulting with corporations, municipalities, and community organizations to develop cutting edge, PPACA compliant wellness programs that will help to create an overall corporate wellness culture and alleviate the escalating costs of health care. For more information about our programs, visit us at: www.Healthyfitfamily.com

Dr. Chantal Lunderville, MD is a UCSF-trained family medicine physician and nationally recognized expert in medical wellness, aesthetics, compliance, and practice growth. She serves as the Medical Wellness Editor for Lipgloss and Aftershave, a leading spa industry publication with a reach of more than 250,000 readers and followers. She has been mentioned in Forbes, and she has been a featured speaker for global brands including L’Oréal and Epicutis. As the medical director for 20+ aesthetic and wellness practices across California, Dr. Lunderville specializes in helping doctors, nurses, and entrepreneurs build safe, compliant, and scalable practices. She and her team have developed proprietary software that enables medspas to track compliance, medical director oversight, and regulatory requirements- now being made available to the public to elevate industry standards. She has also hosted large-scale women's wellness events and professional trainings with sponsors such as goop Kitchen, AQ Solutions, UnderSkin, South Coast Psychiatry, and Reproductive Partners. A former medical spa owner turned national consultant, Dr. Lunderville empowers women in aesthetics to build legacy-driven, ethical businesses. She is also a leader in longevity and preventive wellness, blending evidence-based lifestyle wellness with advanced regenerative treatments. She is also an aesthetic and womens health trainer focusing on new practitioners. Dr. Lunderville is available for expert commentary on aesthetics, medical wellness, compliance, women’s entrepreneurship, and the future of longevity medicine.

I'm Macy, a digital marketing and SEO entrepreneur dedicated to navigating the ever-evolving landscape of digital marketing. As a Digital Marketing Specialist, I collaborate with clients to elevate their digital presence. My expertise lies in implementing SEO strategies, managing content creation systems and processes, and integrating AI into content workflows. By staying at the forefront of digital trends, I empower businesses to reach their target audience effectively.

I am the founder of WellnessWithShikkha.in, a platform focused on numerology, yoga, mindfulness, and holistic well-being. I specialize in helping individuals understand life patterns, personality traits, and decision-making through numerology. I am a Yoga teacher and a numerologist certified by art of living since 2015. With a background in Chartered Accountancy, I bring a structured, analytical approach to spiritual sciences—making them practical and accessible for modern audiences. I regularly write and speak about numerology, personal growth, parenting insights, and physical and mental wellness. My work focuses on simplifying complex concepts into actionable guidance that people can apply in their daily lives. As a parent, I also explore how yoga, meditation, numerology can support better understanding of children’s personalities and development.

I am a fitness trainer who specializes in field of fitness and yoga more than 10years, and also help to motivate people for fitness. I writes with empathy and accuracy and has a knack for connecting with readers in an insightful and engaging way. I contributes regularly to FreakToFit.

Hi, I'm [Foysal Mahmud], and I'm thrilled you've found your way to The Workout Haven. This space was born from a simple but powerful belief: fitness should be accessible, enjoyable, and sustainable for everyone, regardless of where you are in your journey. Whether you're taking your first steps toward a healthier lifestyle or you're a seasoned fitness enthusiast looking for fresh perspectives, you've come to the right place.

With 28 years of experience in the mental wellness field, I've built a successful practice helping thousands of clients overcome personal challenges. I'm an award-winning author, producer of ambient music, and creator of Placebo-Enhanced Hypnotic Intervention™, my signature method that harnesses the scientifically proven power of the placebo effect to enhance hypnotic outcomes.

I hold a B.S. in Life Science and a Doctorate in Chiropractic, and my passion for mental wellness took a personal turn after a close loved one faced a suicide crisis. This experience fueled my drive to find practical, impactful solutions for mental wellness that can be integrated into everyday life and business environments. As a Mental Wellness Integration Architect, I specialize in helping businesses incorporate mental wellness strategies into their operations to support clients and employees. My work involves designing and implementing tailored mental wellness frameworks that improve stress management, reduce burnout, and foster resilience—while also generating new revenue streams through product recommendations and wellness conversations. My approach empowers businesses to make a difference without needing prior expertise in mental health, creating long-term impact and profitability.

Dr. Basaria is a transformational expert who takes an integrative approach to health and wellness, with a comprehensive focus on a person’s physical, mental, emotional and spiritual needs. Her approach includes using physical activity and food as medicine, working on developing healthy relationships and finding career satisfaction for mental and emotional balance, and using mindfulness, meditation, breathing techniques and yoga- to name a few- as ways to manage stress. To learn more about Dr. Basaria or True Living, visit www.truelivingforlife.com

Affiliate marketer, content creator and manager, SEO specialist, writer, and translator - anything that involves taking a website from zero to hero is my specialty! I'm specialized in Estonian and English content, crafting localized content for both the Estonian market and international websites. If you need help with localizing your business for the Estonian market or looking for help with English content, I'm your gal!I'm especially focused on iGaming and finance, having over 8 years of experience in both niches, in particular with affiliate and content marketing. Building, managing, and growing iGaming & finance websites for SEO and organic traffic is my cup of tea!Get in touch with me if you'd like my help for anything related to Estonian content, iGaming world, affiliate marketing or content marketing - I'd love to lend you my hand!

Varsha Khatri is a holistic nutritionist and writer who runs her own health and wellness business, Illuminated Health. She is the author of Think Healthy Choose Healthy, a book that integrates holistic health and Ayurveda. She has a master's degree in holistic health education and nutrition, and is a certified nutritional therapist, senior yoga teacher, ayurvedic consultant, and health educator. With over a decade of experience, Varsha helps people achieve their health goals through her holistic and empowering approach that combines the science of health and nutrition with the wisdom of Ayurveda. She provides one-on-one nutrition consultations, online wellness coaching, and health education classes in both private and corporate settings. She also creates health educational materials, such as brochures, handouts, and flyers. Varsha's mission is to prevent disease and promote a culture of proactive and balanced self-care. She lives in Greater London with her husband and two young children.

Experienced Academic Coordinator with a demonstrated history of working in the education management industry. Skilled in Coaching, Clinical Supervision, Educational Technology, Instructional Design, and Training. Strong education professional graduated from Bayside High School.

​Lisa Ackerman is a board-certified functional medicine nutritionist and the founder of Well Fed Wellness, where she guides clients towards better health with science-backed, judgment-free coaching. She holds an M.S. in Human Nutrition from the University of Bridgeport and is completing a Doctor of Clinical Nutrition at Maryland University of Integrative Health. She specializes in gut health, mental health, and metabolic health and loves that a job exists where she can talk about food and nutrition all day long.

Dr. Leybelis Padilla, MD, FACG, is a Gastroenterologist and Lifestyle Medicine physician who has redefined what it means to heal from within. She founded Unlocking GI, an evidence-based telemedicine program that utilizes her 4 M framework—Medicine, Meals, Mindset, and Movement—delivering personalized and sustainable micro habits that unlock vitality, improve digestive health, and elevate overall well-being. She is also a member of Dr. Joe Dispenza's Inner Health Coalition of healthcare practitioners that incorporate meditation and mindset principles into clinical practice. But her mission doesn’t stop at medicine. She’s also the co-founder of Game Beyond the Game, where alongside her husband, Prince, they curate luxury events designed to help high performers and brands transform their health, wealth, and vision. Whether she’s guiding patients or world-class achievers, Dr. Padilla is on a mission to turn obstacles into opportunities and unlock limitless potential.

As a Functional Medicine practitioner, I specialize in helping high-achievers reclaim their vitality and performance. My approach goes beyond surface-level symptoms, digging deep into the root causes of health imbalances.

Founder of wuusaa.com - an evidence-based resource for breathwork, sleep, and nervous-system regulation. I curate peer-reviewed research into practical techniques anyone can use, breaking down sleep science, vagal tone, and stress regulation for readers who want what works without the wellness hype. Background: years in sales, not a clinician - every article on wuusaa cites the original study so readers can verify the source themselves. Available for commentary on sleep onset, breathwork techniques (4-7-8, box breathing, cyclic sighing), nervous-system regulation, and consumer sleep products (sound machines, weighted blankets).

I'm a functional nutritionist (MS, FNTP, CGP) specializing in gut health, food sensitivities, and autoimmune conditions, integrating clinical nutrition science with a biblical worldview. I help people address root causes and restore health through practical nutrition and lifestyle strategies rather than symptom management alone. I’m a regular contributor to The Epoch Times, where my essential health guides on conditions such as diverticulitis, Hashimoto’s, celiac disease, peripheral neuropathy, Crohn’s disease, rosacea, restless legs syndrome, and mast cell activation syndrome (MCAS) have been shared thousands of times by readers. I'm also the author of the international bestselling book God's Prescription: A Faith-Based Plan to Shift Your Mindset and Reclaim Your Natural Health. I work extensively with clients struggling with multiple food sensitivities, Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, celiac disease, IBS, IBD, SIBO, diverticulitis, and other inflammatory and autoimmune conditions. My focus includes intestinal permeability (“leaky gut”), the gut microbiome, blood‑sugar balance, and gluten‑free and elimination diets that are realistic for everyday life. I make complex health information understandable and provide clear, actionable natural solutions. I'm available for expert commentary on digestive health, inflammation, autoimmunity, anti-inflammatory diet and lifestyle, intestinal permeability (leaky gut), the gut microbiome, gluten-free and dairy-free diet, elimination diets, faith and wellness, and practical, evidence‑informed nutrition strategies for real people and families.