Dr. Achina Stein

DO, DFAPA, ABIHM, FACN, IFMCP
Clinical Director

Dr. Stein, a best-selling author and leading expert in Functional Medicine Psychiatry, has 30 years of experience in helping individuals recover from depression. Renowned for her S.H.I.F.T. recovery model, which emphasizes the physical aspects of depression, she has consistently guided her patients toward reclaiming their health.

She is a board-certified psychiatrist, a Distinguished Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association, a certified practitioner of the Institute for Functional Medicine, and a former Clinical Assistant Professor of Psychiatry and Human Behavior at The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University.

Dr. Stein's amazon international bestselling book, What If It’s NOT Depression? Your Guide to Finding Answers and Solutions, offers groundbreaking functional medicine perspectives, instilling hope and providing healing pathways for those facing chronic depression.

Dr. Kat Toups

M.D., DFAPA, IFMCP
Research Director

Dr. Toups is a leading authority in Functional Medicine Psychiatry, combining over 3 decades of clinical expertise with cutting-edge research in mental health. She has been the principal investigator on over 100 clinical research trials and has contributed to significant advancements in mental health treatment. Her groundbreaking work in psychiatry has positioned her as a sought-after speaker at national and international conferences, where she continues to influence the future of mental health care.

She is a board-certified psychiatrist by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, a Distinguished Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association, a certified practitioner with the Institute for Functional Medicine, and a former Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at UC Davis, where she served as the Inpatient Residency Training Director.

Beth Zupec-Kania

RDN, CD
Nutrition Protocol Developer

Beth is an internationally renowned registered dietitian and expert in ketogenic therapy, with over 30 years of experience. She specializes in using nutritional ketosis to treat psychiatric, neurological, and metabolic disorders, and has trained over 300 medical centers worldwide in ketogenic diet implementation. Bringing her decades of clinical experience in therapeutic ketosis, Beth designed the nutrition protocol for the Healing Depression Project to support brain health.

She is also a prolific author and speaker, contributing to discussions on metabolic therapies with numerous medical publications. She is recognized as a leading figure in ketogenic dietary therapy for conditions such as cancer and psychiatric disorders. Beth’s dedication to advancing the science of ketogenic diets has earned her a global reputation as a trusted consultant and educator.

Stacey Johnson

LPC, MAMFT
Therapy Director

Stacey is a Licensed Professional Counselor with a master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. She is extensively trained in both group and individual therapy and is certified as an Experiential Therapist (CET2) by the International Society for Experiential Professionals (ISEP). Additionally, she is a Certified Facilitator of The Daring Way™, a training and certification program based on the research and work of Dr. Brené Brown, which helps people live braver lives.

With over 13 years of experience helping individuals heal from trauma and depression, Stacey combines compassion with evidence-based practices to create meaningful, lasting change. Her passion is to encourage, equip, and empower people to live their best lives, building resilience and transformative courage.

Chris Cirak

Meditation Master
Mindfulness Director

Chris Cirak:

Cirak is a contemporary spiritual teacher and author bridging ancient wisdom with modern life. Through his work, he helps people see life’s design clearly, where awareness, acceptance, and aligned action meet. Known for his grounded approach, he guides students to live with presence and simplicity, free from mental struggle. His teachings draw from experience and decades of study across traditions, all centered on one timeless truth: peace is found only in the now.

He is a certified meditation teacher and a graduate and facilitator of the Eckhart Tolle School of Awakening. What began as a personal awakening became his life’s calling to help others experience the peace that has always been within them.

Silvia J. Covelli

B.A., BCC, RYT
Founder & Program Director

Silvia is an honors graduate from Boston College and a former social science researcher at Harvard University. She has a rich background in sociology, finance, and business law, which paved the way for her career in entrepreneurship. She has studied directly with internationally renowned figures such as Deepak Chopra, Eckhart Tolle, Dr. Joe Dispenza, and Tony Robbins.

She is a board-certified life coach, a certified mindfulness and yoga teacher, and has attended The Herbert Benson, MD Course in Mind-Body Medicine in collaboration with Harvard Medical School.

Silvia recovered from decades of treatment-resistant depression and remains in full remission, a personal transformation that reshaped her life’s purpose.