As educators and mental health professionals, Fitness 4 The Mind empowers individuals of all ages to build emotional resilience and thrive.
HISTORY
"Since 2018, our mission has evolved from a teen-centered retreat program into a comprehensive wellness initiative for all generations. At Fitness 4 the Mind, we believe emotional resilience is a lifelong skill. We are proud to offer specialized programs that meet the unique needs of elementary and middle school students, provide a safety net for teenagers, and offer vital emotional support for our senior community. Our vision is simple: to provide every individual—from the classroom to the golden years—with the tools to navigate life’s challenges with mental clarity and strength."
Board Members
President: Alyson Schaefer:
CEO, Founder & Director, Retired H.S. Educator, Mental Health First Aid Certified, and Teen Mental Health Advocate
Treasurer: TerriJo Saarela
Mental Health Advocate
Secretary: Debbie Polster
Retired Health Educator, Experiential Education Instructor and Teen Mental Health Advocate
Member at large: Tammy Haack
Mental Health Advocate/ Author of "Get out of your way; Live Your Life for You!"
CEO, Founder & Director, Retired H.S. Educator, Mental Health First Aid Certified, and Teen Mental Health Advocate
Treasurer: TerriJo Saarela
Mental Health Advocate
Secretary: Debbie Polster
Retired Health Educator, Experiential Education Instructor and Teen Mental Health Advocate
Member at large: Tammy Haack
Mental Health Advocate/ Author of "Get out of your way; Live Your Life for You!"
Team Members
Shannon Prosch
BS degree in early childhood. Special Ed MS in professional development with an autism certificate. Mental Health educator in clinics, school districts and at the college level.
Amy Leatherberry
Mental Health Advocate
Collette Cass
Mental Health Advocate
Retired Educator
Advisor: Melissa Olsen
Owner and Outpatient Psychotherapist at Psychotherapy of Waunakee
