Together, we’re on a mission to better everyone’s mental and physical health.
Get in touch with these trusted professionals to see how they can help you
Kayla Slater – Plant-Based Performance Dietician
Kayla is a Plant Based Dietitian Nutrition and Run Coach. She is a Registered Dietitian, RRCA Certified Run Coach, and Certified in Plant Based Nutrition.
She specializes in helping plant based endurance athletes fuel for life and running through her hybrid plant based nutrition and run program.
You can learn more about Kayla and her offers here:
Kyle Kranz – Plant-Based Run Coaching
Kyle helps plant-based runners be the best runner they can be without getting hurt, hitting the wall, or sacrificing family time. And he won’t ask you where you get your protein from!
You can learn more about Kyle and his services here:
Melissa Londry – Body and Mindfully Healthy and SWVA Running
Melissa Londry is a licensed professional counselor with advanced certification in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy. Additionally, Melissa is a trained in Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) and has a partnership with Journey Clinical and their medical team to offer cutting-edge therapeutic options.
Licensed by Virginia’s Board of Counseling since 2015, Melissa earned her Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology from Radford University and her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology with a minor in Sociology from Saginaw Valley State University.
Melissa’s passion for helping trauma survivors and creating safer, abuse-free communities began during her internship at the Women’s Resource Center in Radford from 2007 to 2008.
Afterward, she joined Mount Rogers Community Services, where she held a variety of roles from 2008 to 2021, including crisis counselor, outpatient counselor, therapeutic day treatment counselor, intensive in-home counselor, Rapid Access intake counselor, Counseling Program Manager, and Comprehensive Family Programs Director.
In 2021, Melissa established her private practice as a solo provider, driven by a vision to deliver personalized and effective mental health services. Her practice has since grown into a thriving group practice, where she leads a team of skilled therapists and staff.
An approved supervisor by the Virginia Board of Counseling, Melissa provides clinical supervision to Residents in Counseling, Qualified Mental Health Professionals, and Peer Recovery Specialists.
She has also supervised numerous internships for bachelor’s and master’s degree students, supporting the next generation of mental health professionals.
Throughout her career, Melissa has worked with a diverse clientele, including children, adolescents, and adults, addressing issues such as trauma, depression, anxiety, and addiction.
Her person-centered approach empowers clients to take charge of their recovery through tailored, evidence-based treatment options.
She remains deeply committed to enhancing mental health services in Southwest Virginia by fostering a team of empathetic and skilled professionals who positively impact their communities.
Outside of her professional endeavors, Melissa is an avid runner and a certified Lydiard Level II Running Coach. She has completed races ranging from 5Ks to 240-mile ultramarathons, as well as 200-mile relays.
The endurance and resilience she has cultivated through running inspire her work with clients and reinforce her dedication to health and well-being.
Amanda Rasmussen – Strength to Summit Coaching
Amanda Rasmussen is a NASM Certified Personal Trainer and UESCA Certified Running Coach who specializes in customized running and strength training programs tailored to each athlete’s unique goals.
She works with runners of all levels, from 5k athletes to competitors tackling multi-day ultramarathon events.
In addition to coaching, Amanda instructs group exercise classes at her local YMCA and provides personalized health coaching in both one-on-one and group settings.
Her approach combines intelligent training, strength development, and sustainable habits to help athletes build resilience and perform at their highest potential.
Among her notable running accomplishments, Amanda qualified for the Boston Marathon with a 3:26 marathon, holds a 50-mile personal record of 8:33, and a 100-mile personal record of 21:40.
She has completed distances up to 221 miles, including the iconic Tahoe 200 in June 2024, showcasing exceptional endurance and mental toughness at the highest level of ultrarunning.
Hannah Witt – UESCA Certified Running Coach and Experienced Collegiate Level Athlete
I know firsthand how difficult it can be to balance training with work, family, and everyday life. I’ve been the runner squeezing in miles before sunrise, battling desk-job stiffness, and wondering how to train consistently without feeling exhausted all the time. Learning how to train smarter instead of just harder completely changed my relationship with running. Once I began prioritizing purposeful workouts, recovery, and long-term consistency over perfection, I became a stronger and more confident athlete.
My Coaching:
Today, I help runners of all levels reach their goals, from first 5Ks and comeback races to personal bests and podium finishes in ultramarathons. My coaching blends evidence-based training with real-world experience so that running can fit into your life, not take it over.
With a background in personal training and group fitness, I bring a strong focus on strength, mobility, recovery, and mindset into the coaching process. I work with athletes ranging from young adults discovering the sport to runners pursuing lifelong fitness well into their 70s and 80s. No matter the goal, my coaching is built around helping athletes stay healthy, build confidence, and make steady progress they can actually maintain.
I especially enjoy working with runners who are:
– new to running and building a strong foundation
– returning after time away or injury
– balancing training with demanding schedules
– preparing for trail races and ultramarathons
– looking to improve durability, confidence, and race-day execution
Get the results you want with Hannah as your USA Qualified Coach.
Resilient Minds Behavioral Health – South Hills, Pittsburgh, PA
We’re here to help you thrive.
We are a family-owned mental health practice located in the South Hills of Pittsburgh.
Our practice was founded on the premise that all of us are capable of personal growth and development, which includes the capacity to uncover the inherent skills that we all possess to remain resilient when facing life’s challenges.
While each of our providers offers their own unique approach and expertise, we all aim to offer our clients the opportunity to explore their own internal resources and capitalize on these capabilities.
Chris Stephens – @miles_for_mike_
Chris Stephens, founder of the Miles for Mike community, has used running to honor his brother while raising awareness within the military community for nearly a decade. A veteran runner of 16 road marathons and 3 ultra marathons, he is a writer, designer, and dedicated advocate for suicide prevention whose life was forever changed by the loss of his younger brother, Mike, to suicide in 2017.
What began as a personal path through grief has ignited a global conversation and movement toward hope and healing – with Mike’s memory and story as driving Chris forward.
Although only 18 months apart, Chris always thought of Mike as his “big brother” — the one who set the pace and called the shots. Mike’s service in the U.S. Navy, his artistry as a tile and stone craftsman, and his adventurous spirit as a mountain climber continue to inspire Chris every day.
In the days after Mike’s passing, Chris began running as a way to cope with his grief and feel close to his brother. What began as a way to move through his grief has now become Miles for Mike — a movement that invites runners across the world to honor Mike’s memory and raise awareness for veteran suicide prevention.
Since its launch in 2018, #milesformike has spread globally, with participants sharing runs and wearing bracelets in all 50 states and across continents from Europe to Australia and throughout countries from Greenland to Japan, China and Canada.
In 2023, Chris joined the Stop Soldier Suicide, a national nonprofit with a laser focus on preventing suicide within the military community. He serves as the Creative Specialist, channeling his professional talents and personal passion into life-saving work.
To learn more about Miles for Mike or to receive a bracelet, you can find Chris on Instagram, Facebook and X.
Glacier Ridge Trail (GRT) Ultramarathons and Trail Race (Shannon is a sponsor)
The GRT will offer four events to provide participants a choice of distances to match their experience, early-season fitness, and season-long goals – the 20 Mile Trail Run, the 50K and 50 Mile Ultramarathons and the 50-Mile 5-person relay. Except for a short stretch at the start and near the end, the 20 Mile and 50K events will be entirely on an exceptional single-track trail. In addition to the single-track, the 50 Mile course also includes a section of very runnable, yet very hilly, double-track/fire roads through beautiful hardwood forests.
This race is held annually to celebrate our local trails and to provide a donation of all net proceeds to Moraine State Park, Jennings Environmental Center and McConnells Mill State Park.
Read my Glacier Ridge Trail Ultra Race Report 2025
