Welcome to Embodied coaching

You can call me Mel, Founder of Embodied Coaching

My unique skill set lies in the intentional blend of neurological, psychological, and spiritual practices I offer, developed over decades of experience.

My academic journey began with a Bachelor's in psychology from the University of Colorado. I worked in treatment centers for children, eating disorder clinics, and clinics here and abroad for the underprivileged and those with mental illnesses. Over the course of two decades, I transitioned into somatic work, seeking practical body-centered ways to support mental health. I became certified in massage therapy, breathwork, Reiki, biodynamic craniosacral therapy, and mindfulness. I added Centering Prayer and meditation to my daily self-care routine. Still seeking balance, I studied trauma resolution, sensorimotor and somatic experiencing practices, and became a licensed psychotherapist. I have had the privilege of working with hundreds of people as they discover and explore their unique nervous systems, the patterns they hold, and have witnessed true transformation towards the person they aspire to be.

Coaching enables me to fully utilize my mind-body skills to empower you to take ownership of your success. I want you to desire a wholehearted life, where no feeling is off-limits, no memory derails you, and no negative belief traps you. Learning about emotional triggers and choosing new responses is a gift I love to share. You can become aware of ways you keep yourself stuck in patterns you dislike. Once we move through what we believe are our biggest demons with grace and self-awareness, life truly unfolds.

To take your journey to the next level, I invite you to schedule a 15-minute consultation with me. This is an opportunity to explore how my unique mind-body approach can support your goals and set you on a path to lasting change.

B.A. in Psychology from University of Colorado
Minor in Theatre
May 1994

Colorado License

NLC. 0108153 Expires 09/31/2025

Somatic Trauma Release Therapy Education

(200 hours) April 2016

Biodynamic Craniosacral Certification

The School of Inner Health (500 hours) September 2018

Breathwork Certification

(50 Hours) 2014

1100 Hour Massage Therapy Certificate holder, Colorado Springs Academy of Therapeutic Massage
May 1996

Reiki Master
October 2000