Pittsburgh Wellness Collective Podcast

Ginna is a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. She is the co-owner of Through the Valley Counseling & Coaching and Cereset Pittsburgh East , where she helps individuals better understand the connection between brain function, stress, and trauma. Through her work with Cereset—a non-invasive neuromodulation technology—she supports clients...

Tracy Campbell is a Pittsburgh-based Reiki Master Teacher, yoga instructor, and the founder of Joyful Soul Energy Infused Healing and Yoga. She helps people restore balance, calm the nervous system, and reconnect with their natural energy through Reiki, meditation, yoga, and crystal healing. Tracy teaches all three levels of the Usui Reiki System of Natural Healing and offers both private sessions...

Dr. Amy O’Donnell is an integrative psychiatrist specializing in anxiety, depression, medication de-prescribing and women’s mental health. She is licensed in Pennsylvania, Florida, and New York (with Texas coming soon) and provides care through her private practice, Nature’s Flow Psychiatry. Dr. O’Donnell blends evidence-based psychiatry with a whole- person approach to support lasting mental well...

In this episode of The Pittsburgh Wellness Collective Podcast, Dr. Ellora sits down with Dr. Leslie, a Webster-certified chiropractor who specializes in caring for pregnant moms through gentle, neurologically-focused chiropractic care. We explore how the nervous system plays a central role in pregnancy, comfort, and overall well-being — and how the Webster Technique can support pelvic balance and...

In this episode, we sit down with Baliegh Butler , MSW, LCSW, CST, licensed clinical social worker and founder of Balance & Bliss Therapy , to explore what intimacy actually means in today’s overstretched, burnt-out world. Baliegh breaks down why so many people struggle with connection—not because they’re “bad at relationships,” but because they were never taught emotional safety, nervous syst...

Lauren is a Pittsburgh-based personal chef and the founder of Flora Fare Kitchen, where creativity, connection, and fresh seasonal ingredients come together. A graduate of Penn State University with a Bachelor’s degree in Entrepreneurship, she built her business from the ground up to share her love of food with others. In 2024, she completed a Culinary Bootcamp at the Culinary Institute of America...

Amy Grubesky Wilcock is a Pittsburgh-based astrologer and intuitive who founded her practice in 2022. She offers soul-centered astrology readings, both virtually and in person, helping clients understand their unique cosmic blueprints and life cycles. In addition to astrology, Amy is a dedicated sound healer, facilitating meditations and sound baths at Inner Light in Mt. Lebanon and throughout the...

Join Ellora for a bite sized episode focused on building the Pittsburgh Wellness Collective and sneak peeks into Premier Chiropractic Clinic’s holiday specials. Discover exciting offerings like supplement sales featuring Nutritional Frontiers and shockwave therapy packages designed for enhanced healing. Learn about the upcoming “ In-Tune ” live cohort by Lady Time Learning , empowering women with...

Meet Kate: I empower women through the BODY to reconnect with their divine feminine. As someone who once felt so disconnected from my body, hated the way I looked, dreaded my period, and had no true confidence, I now dedicate my life to helping women embrace their feminine flow and discover the confidence that comes from living in harmony with their hormones. Cycle-synced movement and embodiment p...

Dr. Chuck Lockwood is a physical therapist and founder of Mobile Physio, a Pittsburgh-based in-home therapy service specializing in neurological conditions like Parkinson’s, stroke, brain injury, MS, and more . He brings advanced, clinic-level care directly to patients’ homes, making therapy more accessible, comfortable, and functional in real-world environments. With extensive experience in neuro...

Meg Anderson is a NASM-certified personal trainer, fitness coach, and founder of Pink & Powerful, a women’s empowerment and wellness community. After years of exploring countless styles of training, she discovered her passion for blending yoga, Pilates, and lifting to help women build joy, strength, and confidence through movement. Her own fitness journey has been about breaking free from “all...

Ross Marshall is a spiritual strategist and grounded mystic serving spiritually curious seekers—like mindful moms and gentle men —who straddle the line between living a mythic life and a mundane life. He guides them to breathe Truth back into their bodies and live from their inner sacred flame through transformational soul work and alchemical healing . Whether you’re in a spiritual crisis or a tim...

Mackenzie Te’o is the founder of Bag+Barre, a boutique fitness studio in Sewickley that combines the grit of boxing with the grace of barre. She’s also passionate about creating high-energy, community-driven events that give people unforgettable fitness experiences. Bag+Barre is rooted in the belief that collaboration always beats competition—and that strong businesses build stronger communities....

In this episode, we dive into the journey of recovery from a sprained ankle with Ellora and holistic health expert Joe. Discover how the Triad of Health framework—structural, chemical, and mental aspects—plays a crucial role in healing and rehabilitation. Joe shares insights on how to support recovery through chiropractic care, nutrition, and emotional well-being. Ellora discusses her personal exp...

On this episode we mix things up! This episode is a quick update from some of our previous community members who are helping Pittsburgh become a healthier and happier place. Here is hope you can connect: Coach Megan Wollerton listen HERE www.burdenedtobalancedbook.com Ascend listen HERE https://www.ascendclimbing.com/blog/summer-membership-punch-pass-sale https://www.ascendclimbing.com/blog/ascend...

Joe Aylesworth is a dedicated partner, son, brother, holistic health coach, chiropractor, registered yoga teacher, breath-work facilitator, and natural medicine advocate. Joe believes that we are capable of healing ourselves, given the right environment and resources, and has committed himself to helping others take advantage of these through chiropractic care, lifestyle changes, nutrition, breath...

Emily is a 200hr RYT and also certified in Yin yoga. She has always had a passion for fitness that began at an early age, frequently going to the YMCA with her parents and being inspired by their healthy lifestyles. She experimented with almost every sport imaginable until she decided to stick with cheerleading, which led to a 15 year career. For most of her life, Emily was always drawn towards mo...

Hanna Schlegel is the Co-Founder of MindFuel Method , Pittsburgh's first social wellness studio that offers guided sauna, cold plunge, breathwork, and community-centered experiences. With a background in yoga and somatic practices, Hanna helps people reconnect to their bodies and build resilience through simple yet powerful tools like breath, movement, and contrast therapy. Her personal wellne...

Mary is a wife, mother, teacher, artist and herbalist. She’s been in awe of the beauty and wonder of nature all her life. She started studying herbs in 2018 and in 2020 she started her business, Sage Essence Botanicals. In addition to She crafts all-natural soap, herbal salves and other products, teaches classes about herbs and holistic health in her local community and offers one-on-one herbal he...

Decoding Nutrition Labels: Macros, Micros, and More with Ellora Ellora is a Chiropractor, women's health advocate, herbalist, and nutrition nerd who is passionate about empowering women to make informed health decisions by educating them on how their bodies work. When she's not podcasting you can frequently find her with her partner whipping up an herbal concoction, crafting, or playing disc golf...

Meet Michelle Parra , co-founder of Indigo Tonics . Indigo tonics is a tonic tincture line made for those who are looking to up-level their health and daily performance. Our product line is meant to be an effective solution for increased focus, improved sleep, and year - round immunity without the negative side effects of conventional pharmaceuticals." Ways to connect with Indigo Tonics Website :...

Meet Carley Weissert a Self Love coach: Carley Weissert is a Self-Love & Body Image Coach helping women eat cookies with joy, not judgement; treat their bodies like a partner, not a project; and talk to themselves like a bestie, not a b!tch. Her approach is equal parts science-backed and sassy, with a healthy dose of rebellion against diet culture. Whether she’s guiding clients through deep mi...

Meet Genna Rose: Genna is an Unconditional Love Coach dedicated to helping individuals RISE deeply in love with their lives, their partners, and now, their journey as parents. Known for her heart-centered approach, Genna empowers her clients to heal emotional wounds, rediscover self-worth, and create thriving, love-filled relationships. As a mama to her 8-month-old son, Zephyr, she is now pivoting...

Meet Carla Higgins of MindBody Yoga + Bar: "I am a small business owner and dabble in things that revolve around holistic wellness. In my career I’ve been the nutritionist for a large CPG food company, product development researcher for supplements and Sports Nutritionist, Health Coach and Web Editor. Now my focus is teaching through the lens of yoga and mindbody connection." Ways to con...

Meet Jodi Velazquez: Author and former TV co-host shares her secrets to eating and living healthy after raising a diabetic toddler for 16 years. Her memoir/self-help book, Know the Enemy: Preventing Weight Gain, Diabetes & Disease was released last month. The book is especially helpful for those caring for children but, also a game changer for people who desire to shed some pounds. Two of Jodi...