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Meet Melanie
Holistic wellness coaching for midlife women - gut, sleep, and stress support
Holistic wellness coaching for midlife women helps restore balance in the body, support gut health, sleep deeply, and feel fully at home in yourself. Using herbalism, vagus nerve exercises, myofunctional therapy, and other natural tools, Melanie supports your nervous system, digestion, and overall energy.
Melanie Yukov, a Clinical Herbalist, Integrative Nutrition Health Coach, and Speech Pathologist specializing in Orofacial Myology, transformed her own chronic insomnia and digestive struggles. Now she guides others using a blend of science-backed tools, emotional healing, and holistic wisdom. Listen to her story in this video.
"We support women to feel at home in their bodies, regain energy, and restore balance using simple, powerful tools they can trust."
-Melanie Yukov-
Your journey to better health starts here. Let’s take practical steps together to help you feel stronger, calmer, and more energized.
Your journey to better health starts here. Let’s take practical steps together to help you feel stronger, calmer, and more energized.
our testimonials
What Our Clients Are Saying About Us
"When I began working with Melanie, I was completely stuck and disconnected from my body, navigating conflicting advice and chronic digestive issues. I'd lost a significant amount of weight and felt my whole system was in a head spin. Melanie got me onto a totally new trajectory. I now have regular bowels, and the techniques she taught me have helped me form a new relationship with my body. I feel safe to trust it and have reclaimed my internal wholeness—a huge step in my healing journey. I highly recommend her programs for transformational change. "
Mebane, NC
"Melanie started coaching me when I was dealing with post-chemo mental and physical issues, chronic pain, weight gain, and general aging adjustments. She is sensitive, patient, and knows her material backwards and forwards. She helped me dive deeper into how my body was holding stress, giving me tools to understand and release tension that was contributing to my physical pain. She pulled a useful tool out of her kit for every problem I faced. I highly recommend her."
Durham, NC
"Melanie is very educated in so many ways to heal emotionally and physically. She provided a wealth of resources and guidance on everything from herbal practices, recipe ideas, gentle cleansing methods, and gut health strategies to meditation, tapping, and self-massage techniques. We focused on regulating my nervous system and exploring food sensitivities. She also helped me understand health markers so I could collaborate more effectively with my doctor. Melanie is an 'Old Soul' with a wealth of knowledge. I highly recommend her and her 6-month commitment."
Morrisville, NC
"I recently completed a 6-month 1:1 coaching program with Melanie, and the experience has been nothing short of amazing. As someone new to holistic techniques, I felt incredibly supported by Melanie, who has been a true "sherpa" on my wellness journey. She listened attentively to my experiences and thoughtfully guided me to explore various methods that addressed my unique needs. Her extensive knowledge and compassionate approach have significantly improved my mind, spirit, and body wellness. If you're tired of struggling with health concerns on your own, I highly recommend Melanie’s 1:1 coaching. You'll gain invaluable knowledge and the support needed to truly feel better."
Morrisville, NC
When working with Melanie I learned how to release stress and not let it get me down. We worked with affirmations and even a healing song I continue to sing. I noticed negative thought patterns and learned how to set important boundaries. My blood sugar normalized, my bowels moved, I learned how to use herbs and vagus nerve work to calm my nervous system and detox. I also improved relationships and became aware of my needs using the compassionate communication strategies she taught me. I would definitely work with her again!
Mebane, NC
"My work with Melanie has been remarkable. I now have more positive gut health using natural tools, increased restful sleep, I know healthier food options, and am reading and understanding food labels more. I feel lighter and have more energy! I didn't even realize I had low energy until I felt how good I now feel. My blood work improved too!! I am grateful I found Melanie and for all the tools I now have to keep myself in balance and understand my body. Melanie is friendly, welcoming, caring, and sincere about the work she does. I feel comfortable and look forward to our sessions together. I can't recommend her highly enough!"
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