Mentoring and helping others improve health is a passion of mine.  After experiencing my own health and weight struggles almost a decade ago, I successfully lost the weight which reversed several health conditions. Life for me before my weight loss journey was not enjoyable.  I remember the frustration, negative self-talk, exhaustion, brain fog, terrible digestion, and generally feeling terrible. Today, I am healthy, energetic, and vibrant. Pre-diabetes – gone, Hypothyroidism – gone, PCOS – gone...And there is NO GOING BACK!  Through my journey I learned valuable lessons that served me well. These are the tools I eagerly share with my patients today. I strive to help others open a new chapter of their lives for a new healthy body so they too can feel as wonderful for lifelong success.  As an educator and weight loss coach, I’m here to help each individual. I tailor coaching sessions to the needs of each person, as we all have our own unique struggles. Maintaining a healthy weight is really about putting all of the puzzle pieces of life together to fit in agreement to complete a total picture to create a picture of healthy living.  Nutrition is a big puzzle piece; however, other big pieces include lifestyle habits, stressors, & self-care to name a few. These are all important concepts I coach patients through for skill-building along the way. I’m there for my patients when they need me. Good communication is key in the patient-coach relationship. No judgements, just accountability and relatability.  I’ve been there too. As a native of New Orleans, I love and enjoy food too! I have adapted and evolved so I can now enjoy food in a healthier way to prevent a yo-yo diet pattern. Today I am a wife and proud mother of two children and so blessed to be able to share my knowledge with others. Coaching for me is not just a job, but an honor and a calling.

Brett Melworm, MPT graduated from Philadelphia College of Pharmacy and Science (now University of the Sciences in Philadelphia) with a Bachelors Degrees in Health Sciences and an entry level Masters Degree in Physical Therapy in 1991. He has worked as a physical therapist for over 27 years with extensive experience treating a wide range of patients including outpatient orthopedics, sports therapy, pediatrics, geriatrics and spinal issues.

Dr. Golden recieved her bachelor of science degree from Fairleigh Dickinson University in Madison, NJ. From there she continued on to graduate school at Life University in Atlanta, Georgia. She specialized in science, art and philosophy of chiropractic. Her training included over 4,500 hours of nutrition, pathology, orthopedics, diagnosis, and the anatomy and physiology of the human body. Extensive emphasis was placed on the spine and the nervous system.

Dr. Golden uses a 'whole person approach'. This approach to wellness means looking for underlying causes of any disturbance or disruption (which may or may not be causing symptoms at the time) and make whatever interventions and lifestyle adjustments that would optimize the conditions for normal function. Using this unique approach, Dr. Golden is able to help you to accelerate and/or maintain your journey to good health.

Almira received her Associates Degree in the Applied Science Program of Physical Therapist Assistant from Bergen Community College in 2005.  She is a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant in New Jersey.  Working in the field of physical therapy has been a very rewarding experience for her.  She has worked in various settings including nursing homes, hospitals and private clinics.  Almira enjoys treating her patients and making a connection with them. This truly aids in their recovery process.

Ahn received her B.A. in Biology from Hunter College in New York. She received her M.A. in Acupuncture from New York College of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Ahn specializes in the treatment for pain management, anxiety and depression and has been in practice for 4 years.

Veronica Ardon

Integrative Nutrition Health Coach

I have been trained to educate and guide patients to make behavioral changes resulting in improved nutrition, dietary habits, physical ability and overall greater health and wellness.

 I educate patients to make long-lasting, sustainable lifestyle changes, working  one-on-one with clients and alongside physicians. 

My Skills:
Accountability, Active Listening, Coaching Skills, Global Food Issues, Health Education, Interpersonal Communication, Nutrition Education, Nutritional Health Coach and Time Management .

I speak English, Spanish & Italian