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About Grata Wellness
Founder & Vision
I’m Marianna, founder of Grata Wellness and a National Board-Certified Health & Wellness Coach, HeartMath® Certified Practitioner, and Sound Meditation Practitioner based in New York City and available virtually. As a former teacher, Chief of Staff, and Yale graduate, I understand the demands of busy, high-achieving lives and the perfectionist mindset that often comes with them. After navigating professional burnout myself, I created Grata Wellness to offer practical, compassionate support that helps people move from surviving to truly thriving.
My Approach
I specialize in mindfulness, holistic wellness, and nervous system regulation. I guide clients toward balance, clarity, and purpose through breathwork, guided meditation, journaling, and restorative sound practices. My approach blends research-backed tools with a heart-focused style making wellness accessible, approachable, and simple to integrate into everyday life.
I lead programs across corporate, community, and private settings. Whether working one-on-one with individuals, facilitating a workshop for a member club, or delivering a restorative sound meditation at a company offsite, my focus is on creating inclusive experiences that meet people exactly where they are.
How I Serve Clients
I offer support in three core ways to help clients prioritize self-care, prevent burnout, and cultivate lasting wellness:
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Individual Health & Wellness Coaching and Alignment & Visioning Meditation Sessions Personalized programs designed to define your wellness vision, set actionable goals, and support sustainable habit formation.
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Wellness Workshops & Events Interactive sessions that foster mindfulness, stress management, and holistic wellness practices for both individuals and groups.
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Corporate Wellness Programs Tailored experiences that elevate employee health, resilience, and engagement, including workshops, sound meditation, and 1:1 coaching—delivered virtually or on-site.
The Grata Mindset
I’m here to help you prioritize the most important relationship in your life–the relationship with yourself. It takes self-awareness and self-compassion to fill up your cup so that you can pour into the cups of others and learn to thrive rather than survive.
I live the balanced lifestyle I advocate for. Getting into a routine of actively caring for myself through my daily practices helps keep me aligned with my purpose and intentions and in a perspective of gratitude. I practice self-care daily, going for walks outside daily, practicing gratitude and mindfulness. I also enjoy exploring new restaurants in New York City and dancing with my friends.
Core Principles
Behavior Change &
Accountability
Cultivate healthier lifestyle habits through accountability and evidence-based methods that empower lasting behavior change aligned with your wellness goals.
Burnout
Prevention
Proactively support your mental and emotional well-being with holistic strategies and systems designed to prevent burnout and sustain long-term resilience.
Self Improvement & Growth
Embark on a journey of personal growth and development with tailored guidance and actionable steps aimed at continuous improvement in all aspects of your life.
Self Care &
Stress Management
Discover personalized strategies for self-care and effective stress management techniques to enhance your overall well-being and resilience to prevent burnout.
Wherever you are in life, I am here to encourage your self-care and the pursuit of your best self through:
Grata Wellness in Action
Education & Credentials
Certifications
National Board Certified
Health & Wellness Coach
December 2022
The National Board for Health & Wellness Coaching (NBHWC) has collaborated with the National Board of Medical Examiners (NBME) since 2016 to provide a robust board certification examination. The esteemed NBC-HWC credential represents training, education, and assessment standards, allowing for the profession to advance in all aspects of health care and wellness.
Wellcoaches® Certified
Health and Well-Being Coach
July 2022
Wellcoaches School of Coaching is a creative, global leader in teaching science-based and high impact coaching to health professionals, to connect, create, grow, and thrive. Wellcoaches School of Coaching was the first coaching school for health and wellness professionals, founded in 2000. Wellcoaches works in collaboration with the American College of Sports Medicine, the American College of Lifestyle Medicine and the Australaisan Society of Lifestyle Medicine, and is a first-mover in establishing coaching science in the US.
Education
Yale University
Bachelor of Arts in Sociology
Class of 2019
Currently serve on the Yale Alumni Fund Board of Directors leading the fundraising efforts for the Yale alumni Class of 2019, serving as a group leader and 5th reunion Co-Chair.
National Louis University
Master of Arts in Teaching
Class of 2021
As a Teach for America Corps Member in Chicago from 2019-2021, I concurrently received my Master of Arts in Teaching at National Louis University, a required designated University.
HeartMath Certified Practitioner from HeartMath Inc.
May 2024
HeartMath is a scientifically validated system and methodology developed by HeartMath Inc. that empowers individuals to manage stress, anxiety, and enhance self-regulation through innovative techniques and technologies. As a HeartMath Certified Practitioner with Clinical Certification in Stress, Anxiety, and Self-Regulation, I am equipped with the knowledge and tools to help clients achieve emotional balance, resilience, and improved overall well-being. Through HeartMath techniques, clients can learn to synchronize their heart, mind, and emotions, leading to greater coherence, clarity, and performance in various aspects of life.