Mara Lamanna Personal Wellness and Nutrition Coach

I am a Nationally Board Certified Health and Nutrition Counselor, Coach and Educator. I work with individuals and groups, in person and via the phone and internet. Wellness classes and workshops are offered in wellness, corporate and educational arenas. Individualized coaching programs are designed to accommodate the needs of my clients. Corporate Wellness work ranges from one on one coaching and small conference room groups to larger retreats and seminars. I work with children, teens, executives, employees, parents and professionals. Working from a whole-person perspective, my passion is to help my clients to access their optimal health and wellness, and experience meaningful breakthroughs in their lives on all levels. I have been in private practice, working with individuals of all ages from many walks of life, as well as teaching classes of various sizes from 5 participants to 100's of participants and in diverse settings since 2005 and I love my work.

Experience and enjoy a whole-person nutrition and wellness program that includes consistent powerful and effective coaching on all life aspects. Through the experience of embracing your individual path; identifying imbalances; determining and focusing on your possibilities in the areas of health and vitality; accepting and utilizing the assistance of a counselor, health advocate and well-educated coach, you will begin a new and exciting journey. You will enter into a natural progression - you will find a new passion and ease in creating your optimal expression of wellness and vitality.

Here is some inspiring client feedback ~

"I hardly know where to begin when describing my experience with Mara. I would have never believed that one person and one program could be such a powerful force in my life. Mara is a dedicated, caring, compassionate healer whose words and wisdom will travel with me throughout my life.

I came to Mara with many issues involving depression, anxiety, poor body image, and many self-destructive behaviors. Throughout this program I have truly learned to respect myself, my body, my food, and my world. I have found a balance and joy in life that I never thought was possible.

My weight and body are no longer problems. I don't worry about food. My body has found a balance that is perfect for me. More importantly, I feel strong and vital.

Mara's program is so much more than nutrition for the body. It feeds the soul, mind and heart as well. My new found enthusiasm for nutrition and personal growth has opened up so many possibilities for me. I am so moved, touched and inspired by Mara's work that I have enrolled in The Institute for Integrative Nutrition. I hope to one day enroll others in living their best life possible as Mara has done for me.

The work that Mara is doing is so important. I thank her for her beautiful spirit and her devotion to her clients and to the world."
-S.B. (Mullica Hill, NJ)

"My husband and I did a program with Mara a few years ago and to this day it has dramatically improved my eating habits, attitudes, health and well-being. It is an educational experience that will be a permanent, positive influence on your life. Thanks Mara!"
-D.A. (Philadelphia, PA)

"Mara is so compassionate. She is very informative, and really understands how to deal with certain situations that seem impossible. I love her! She has helped me achieve great success, not only physically, but emotionally. I have more confidence in myself and I know that I can continue to have success.
-D.B. (Cape May Court House, NJ)

"Mara has a very loving, nurturing demeanor, and from the moment I met her, I felt I had know her all of my life. Her knowledge and compassion have helped me reach all of my wellness goals... and the 55 pound weight loss feels pretty good, too! I am eternally grateful that my journey brought me to Mara, and she will always hold a very special place in my heart."
-R.R. (N. Brunswick, NJ)

"Mara I would like to take this time to Thank you for all you have done to help me find myself. It was two years ago that I took your Spring Detox for the first time. I learned a lot but still was going to Weight Watchers and two were not mixing well for me.

It was 12 years ago a friend took me to WW with her. I had gained weight from stress and over eating from news about my health. I had more weight then I had all my life.In two years and one major surgery I had lost 63 lbs. I felt alive again and going to the gym and eating better,it saved my life.Then I was at a stand still. I had become a life member of WW but I needed more and did not know what. Then you came into my life.

I had been doing Yoga and we talked. I did the first Spring Detox. By the Fall and doing one of your fall cooking classes I learned more about cooking and about food. I decided to do a 6 months counseling with you. It was the best decision I have made in a long time. The time we spent together taught me so much about myself. The changes have really helped me with every day living and how to handle stress when it shows its ugly head. Also the changes I have made in my selection of foods and cooking has been fun and soo much better for my health.I have kept the weight off and I have learned to eat by seasons which has become an adventure and I am loving it.

So here I am with my Spring Detox folder labeled Mara. I will read it again and make notes. I have started to make the recipes for the spring. The soups are made and in the freezer and I can not wait to start eating the great salad I love. I am ready for Spring next Wed. and the start of Detox.

Thank you so very much for all you have done for me and are still doing. It has made me feel so much better about me.

Again thank you from the bottom of my heart. I wish you and your family all the best. Glad to have you in my life. God Bless you for all you do to help others."
-B.B. (Cape May Court House, NJ)

"About 5 years ago my wife told me that she was having an expert on nutrition come to her business and talk with her and her clients and that I should come along. I had always eaten healthy and met many nutritionists who tried to give me generic information that I already knew and initially wasn't interested. I thought this would be a promotion for a fad diet or someone teaching me that chicken was a good source of protein or that too many carbohydrates were not good for me. But I was assured by my wife that this person was not like that and decided to attend.

When Mara showed up I instantly noticed how healthy she looked..not like the worn-out gym rats, the tired starved atkins people, or the bulky meat-head trainers from the local gyms. Then Mara started talking about grains, greens, seasonal eating, and getting back to natural eating and not carbs/fats/proteins like all the other research I had read. I came to the revelation that while I had been eating "healthy" foods, I wasn't eating natural foods that would help me maintain energy and be truly healthy in the long run.

After signing up for Mara's program the information received was not only fantastic to learn, but it was delivered in a great way. Mara paced the information so as not to overwhelm and coached me along the process so I could incorporate this new style of eating into my life. It brought a whole new perspective to food as an agent to help heal, live and feel good instead of something that was associated with guilt, depravity or indulgence. The money spent on becoming educated on food through Mara's program has been one of the best investments I have ever made. I use the knowledge every day all the time...We all will eat several times a day for the rest of our lives and learning more about what food we put in our bodies is essential for feeling good and being healthy makes a difference. Mara has also always been available after the end of the program to help with any follow-up questions and provide advice whenever needed.

Meeting Mara and working with her has truly been a blessing ...My wife was 100% right, it was great that I went to meet her and hear her speak, one of the best decisions ever made."
-K.A. (Philadelphia, PA)

"I have been seeing Mara Lamanna since the beginning of May of this year; and have followed much of her suggestions regarding diet. However, she touches on more than diet and nutrition as she is a holistic healer and counselor. She gives advice on seeking fulfillment in many other areas of one’s life. She is on a spiritual path and she has touched me very deeply."
-A.I. (Smyrna, DE)

"I was immediately impressed with Mara's caring and warm personality. She has a genuine concern for everybody she comes in contact with and believes deeply in what she teaches. Her extensive knowledge is quite impressive on what it takes to live a healthy and nutritious lifestyle that allows people to grow mentally and physically far beyond what could be done without her help. I began taking Mara's recommendations immediately after the class and lost 7 lbs. within a month and I feel great. I look forward to having her involved in my life to help me continue to grow and be at peace with myself. I fully recommend her class to anybody who is honest enough to admit that they need help in doing the things necessary to make the corrections needed to live a happy and healthy lifestyle."
-C.L. (Barnegat, NJ)

"I've lived with major stomach issues my whole life. Every day of my life I've had to schedule my days around needing to run to the bathroom. Living in pain was normal for me ever since I was a child. Mara helped me to make a few changes that effected everything. It's like the pain never existed and the stress and worry of needing to arrange my life around runs to the bathroom has disappeared. I have better energy and I sleep like a baby. All of that struggle and pain is gone. I feel like I have a new life. I will forever be grateful to Mara."
-T.B. (Manhattan, NY)