the local wellness collective leadership

Meet Brandy Rametta - CEO of LWF & Heart & Soul Yoga

Brandy Rametta, CEO, trauma-informed practitioner, 500 Hour RYT, and Certified Meridian Yoga Therapy & CBT specialist, harnesses the power of Meridian Yoga therapy and her innovative work-in program to transform mental and emotional health. Through her compassionate and tailored approach, she guides individuals on their unique healing journeys, using yoga not just as a physical practice but as a vital source of light to enhance mental well-being and emotional intelligence. Brand is relentless in her advocacy for holistic practices in schools and workplaces. Her passion for executing workshops, events, and classes reflects her commitment to diversity, inclusion, healing, connection, health, and wholeness.

Awarded the 2024, 2025 and 2026 Take Action LA Grant by California Mental Health Authority Services and Los Angeles County Mental Health Department

Meet Heather Ellis a Yoga Alliance Certified E-RYT 500 Yoga Teacher and Meridian Yoga Therapy Practitioner. 

Uniquely gifted, Heather specializes in working with Multiple Sclerosis and other autoimmune conditions. Her formal yoga education comes from Lighthouse Yoga and Science of Self Yoga where she owes her level of expertise in Meridian Yoga and NADA Ear Acupressure Certification. She comes to this team bringing with her a passion for sharing her wealth of knowledge with communities everywhere. Her hope is to diversify yoga and other methods of healing to areas where it is not easily accessible. 

Meet Dr. Christina Soibatian Ph.D. in Clinical-Community Psychology

Dr. Christina Soibatian is a UPenn-trained clinical psychologist, UCLA professor, consultant, and speaker for stress and trauma-related issues. She holds a Ph.D. in Clinical-Community Psychology focusing on prevention, consultation, and health promotion for individuals and families of diverse backgrounds. Her research and recent work has concentrated on empowerment and collaborative interventions for individuals who experienced trauma, including domestic violence, sexual assault, and war exposure. She is dedicated to promoting the wellbeing of individuals through culturally informed, trauma informed, and evidence-based practices. 

Meet Dr. Lori Ochoa, PhD Psychology & Behavior Analyst and  Empowerment Coach.

Dr. Ochoa is a Behavior Analyst and Life Coach. She thrives in helping clients maximize their potential and live with greater clarity, purpose, meaning, and direction. This amazing woman takes her extra time to dive into community work, where she connects herself to women's groups, schools and other areas in the community where she helps to motivate and inspire.

Private Practice - Whittier, CA

Private Practice - LA County

Owner of Bright Side Learning Solutions

Private Practice - LA County

Kaiser Therapist and Wellness Coach

Owner of Holistic Movement PT

President of The Whittier Walk for Wellness

Owner of Vida Wellness

Founder of Never Fighting Alone

Founder of Little OM Breaths

Owner of Soul Signs Hypnosis

Owner of Sol Healing Therapy

Owner of Blooming Bud HR

Mental Health Professional 

LWF Photographer & Owner of Centeno Portraits

Community Wellness Advocate