Supporting YOUR JOURNEY to Regaining Your Well-Being *LIFE COACH/THERAPIST*
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Dr. Aliza Vinson-Meintel
Dr. MAJ (Ret) Aliza Vinson-Meintel, PhD, MSW, LCSW, BCD, RYT,-200 is a native of South Louisiana. She holds a bachelor’s degree in social work form Northwestern State University, a master’s degree in social work from Louisiana State University (graduating Magna Cum Laude), and a doctorate in Mind Body Medicine with a concentration in the psychology of integrated behavioral health from Saybrook University, California.
Dr. Meintel is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, a Certified Life Coach, an experienced registered yoga teacher, and a Certified Ayurvedic Coach. She studied and completed advanced trauma & yoga courses, is a Certified Level 1 iRest teacher, Certified Warriors at Ease Level 1 and Level 2 trauma informed yoga teacher, and trained and certified hypnotist.
While in the military, Dr. Meintel stood up various behavioral health clinics and was the first ever embedded female behavioral health officer in an infantry brigade combat team where she deployed to Iraq with the 2nd Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 25th Infantry Division in 2010.
Since retiring from the military, Dr. Meintel has been training mental health professionals to bring trauma-informed yoga into their healing work nationally for the past 7 years, bringing this work to universities, conferences, hospitals, ashrams and yoga centers and the Department of Defense. She teaches trauma-informed yoga to groups recovering from major mental disorders and trauma with the Department of Defense United States Army. She had also taught specialized yoga classes to combat veterans and individuals with anxiety and depression. She also weekly, teaches a childrens' resiliency and emotional regulation yoga.
Dr. Meintel is the owner of Regaining Life Balance, LLC based out of New Orleans, Louisiana, but working internationally. Regaining Life Balance is a multidisciplinary team of professionals that offer coaching and therapy to individuals and families that want to regain and strengthen focus in different parts of their lives whether it be family, relationship, professional and interpersonal struggles. Her focus is to help individuals heal, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths, by providing a neutral safe space, listening to their concerns, and customizing a treatment plan. Regaining Life Balance also offers retreats that are geared specifically to trauma, relationships and women’s needs.
Dr. Derek Galanto/ Director of RLB Hawaii
Derek Galanto is a seasoned professional with a diverse background in coaching, counseling, education, and community advocacy. Over the years, he has demonstrated a strong commitment to supporting individuals in various aspects of their lives, from academic success to mental health and wellness.
Derek also provides invaluable guidance to graduate students and clients, helping them navigate challenges related to academics, creativity, relationships, and work-life balance.
Previously, as a Project Odyssey Specialist at the Wounded Warrior Project, Derek played a pivotal role in enhancing the well-being of veterans and their families by conducting workshops on post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and mental health.
Derek's commitment to education is evident through his work as a Writing Tutor and ADA Aide at Saybrook University, where he supported students with disabilities and contributed to the expansion of academic support services.
Beyond academia, Derek has also made significant contributions to the community as a Group Fitness Instructor, Group Facilitator, Counselor/Advocate, Residential Crisis Manager, and Stress Reduction Educator.
Interestingly, Derek has completed a 200-hour yoga teacher training, attended a 10-day silent Vipassana meditation course, travelled to various countries throughout the world, and promotes self-advocacy, self-exploration, and integrative medicine and health science.
His extensive experience in diverse roles, coupled with his academic achievements, certifications, and awards, underscores Derek's passion for holistic well-being, social justice, and empowerment. He continues to make a positive impact in the lives of individuals and communities, driven by his dedication to promoting healing, resilience, and personal growth.