Grounded people change the world
My Mission
To make human wellbeing the foundation of how organizations develop their people, strengthen their teams, and create the conditions for sustainable performance.
“My passion is helping people discover what becomes possible when they understand their nervous systems. The words I hear most after a session are, ‘I had no idea how much I needed this.’ And that’s exactly why I do what I do.”
What Happens When Nervous Systems Are Dysregulated
Even the most talented teams fall apart when their nervous systems are dysregulated. Small triggers become big reactions. Communication breaks down. Focus scatters. Burnout becomes inevitable.
Most solutions treat the symptoms but miss what’s underneath: a nervous system that hasn’t been trained to stay regulated when stakes are high. Without this foundation, high performance isn’t sustainable.
A Different Approach: Train the Foundation
Most solutions treat the symptoms but miss what’s underneath: a nervous system that hasn’t been trained to stay regulated when stakes are high. Without this foundation, high performance isn’t sustainable.
Live, embodied work where teams practice together and experience co-regulation in real-time. You’ll learn breathwork, somatic practices, and team connection activities that become tools you can use immediately at work, with colleagues and clients, and at home.
The goal: become trigger-proof, stay regulated, and sustain high performance without burning out.
What Sets Me Apart
I’m Marcela Avila, a certified wellness, resilience, and neuroscience coach, workplace wellness consultant, speaker, and pioneer of workplace wellness programming for remote teams. I’m also a 9-time national freediving record holder.
Freediving is one of the most extreme sports in the world. I’ve dived to 78 metres (255 feet) on a single breath, held my breath for over five minutes, and competed in three Freediving World Championships. At depth, the ability to manage stress, stay focused, and regulate your physiological response can make all the difference. I’ve spent years learning to apply these principles under some of the most demanding conditions imaginable.
That experience informs my approach to workplace wellness and team development. For over 15 years, I’ve trained and facilitated experiences for thousands of people across five continents and diverse industries. My work brings together science, lived experience, and practical application to help people and teams build the foundation to navigate pressure, connect more meaningfully, and perform sustainably.
Testimonials
“Marcela’s program made a noticeable difference for our remote team—reducing stress, improving connection, and strengthening communication across the board. Her guidance also had a powerful impact on our leaders, helping them show up with more empathy, clarity, and support. The shift in our culture was immediate and genuinely transformative.”
– Lee Arbel
Sr. Product Manager, RBI
“You could sense that the team truly felt that we, as a company, cared about their well-being and personal health. It was a great way to help a remote team connect on a more personal level while also supporting their overall well-being.”
– Stef Scrivens
Chief Operating Officer, Tablz
“The Wellness Session with Marcela was a breath of fresh air – quite literally. Attendees learned tips and practices around how to stay calm, ground ourselves, and stay rooted to a more calm state of being. Thanks again Airbnb and the Nomad community for this wellness boost!”
– Iris Clement
Business Operations Manager, Airbnb
Who We’ve Worked With
Contact Us
hello@aluna-wellness.com
(647)-503-8639
