MADDIE BLYER, MA.ED, LPC

My pivot began after a series of back injuries ended my collegiate basketball career and my physical, mental, and social health went down the gutter. I became acutely aware of the stress of major transitions, the cost of always doing what I thought I “should” do, and the lack of proactive mental health support. This experience lit a fire in me.

After rethinking my path, I secured a graduate degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in addition to my bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science. I worked in a private therapy practice and as a lead counselor at the Cleveland Clinic, where I implemented behavioral healthcare in sports-camp settings to help families and individuals thrive. It became clear to me that we can utilize our mind, our body, our systems and our relationships to improve our health and lives at large.

Life and work blend really beautifully for me. You can find me in a gym, somewhere near water, or at a coffee shop. When I am not “working,” I am probably walking my dog (a 90 pounder named Nugget) and embracing the magic powers of chips and guac. Oh, and here’s a pic from that one time I met Jason Sudeikis.