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Melissa Klein is a health and environmental educator who practices holistic nutrition and wellness coaching. She is the creative director and founder of Sun Compass Wellness, dedicated to providing unparalleled support to people of all ages in their path to radiant health and well-being.
Through a dynamic health counseling method that recognizes the bio-individuality of each person, she empowers individuals, organizations, and communities to find balance in attaining their ultimate health and wellness goals; the results are often greater than they ever imagined. Her inspirational approach combines an array of experiences from living and traveling abroad, studying the health and spiritual traditions of the east and west, as well as living a holistic life, which has resulted in her overcoming several health conditions naturally. Melissa works with clients in the U.S. and internationally. Her nutrition articles have been published in the Georgetowner & Downtowner newspapers in Washington, DC.
Melissa has 15+ years of experience working in the health field -- from grassroots education to developing and managing national-level public health & environmental education campaigns. Several of her award-winning projects for federal agencies involved communicating scientific information for lay audiences. Outside of work, she volunteers with diverse populations in the arts, social services, and youth & community development. She enjoys outdoor activities, cooking, art, music, dancing, traveling, writing, and spending time with family, friends, and pets.
Melissa received her Master’s degree in Public Health from The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She trained at the Institute for Integrative Nutrition where she was selected to counsel/mentor students, and is board-certified as a Holistic Health Counselor from Columbia University in New York City. Her teachers are leaders in the holistic health field; she has studied all the major dietary theories and helps clients discover what approach works best for them. She is a member of Slow Food USA, which works towards a food system that is based on the principles of high quality and taste, environmental sustainability, and social justice. Melissa holds a Living Foods Lifestyle® certificate from the Ann Wigmore Institute in Puerto Rico. In 2008, she was selected by Co-op America as a Green Business Network member and by Live Green as a Green Spot member.
What's in a name?
Melissa means honeybee in Greek. Honeybees use the sun as their primary navigation compass, hence the name, Sun Compass. They can see a bright area in the sky and this is sufficient for them to orientate themselves. They're also able to account for the movement of the sun by using their internal clocks. You can also navigate by using your internal clock; by getting in touch with what you may already know feels healthy for you, to bring out the best and live a passionate, balanced life. The symbolism of taking flight and finding one's way also pertains to transformation in your path to holistic well-being.
Testimonials: What Sun Compass Clients are Saying
I did Melissa’s spring cleanse, and I can’t tell you how great I felt. I learned a lot about my eating habits, and I’ve been able to incorporate a lot of what I did on the cleanse into my daily routine. I highly recommend it for anyone who is looking to kick start their nutritional goals. I LOVE food and I love to eat, and trust me when I say it wasn’t that hard. I never felt hungry; it was just a matter of getting past cravings. It will change your life! - Lori W., business owner, Alexandria, VA
Melissa helped me through a difficult transition. I had recently moved and I felt my physical, emotional and spiritual well-being were on a downward spiral. When I learned that Melissa could do long distance counseling sessions (we used skype), I was thrilled. She became an advocate, an ally, a coach, who helped me think through what I could do in my new environment to be healthier, happier, more grounded. Melissa helped me to come back to myself on a regular basis, to prioritize my well-being, and to find ways to take care of myself in a new and challenging environment.
- Alexis C., international development consultant, Haiti and Washington, DC
Working with Melissa in a 6-month program was truly a wonderful experience. Always professional, she offered useful information, excellent advice, and always gentle encouragement--all tailored to my needs and interests. I highly recommend Melissa to anyone who wants to enhance their overall quality of life. It was absolutely the best thing I've done for myself all year!
- Jackie R., business owner, Silver Spring, MD
I've discovered all your recommendations to increase energy work in synergy with each other. After several months I've incorporated eight out of the ten, and the benefits are remarkable. I'm more flexible and physically stronger. I'm more relaxed and happier in general. Even my mind feels sharper. It's like I'm getting younger. Thank you so much! :-)
- Oscar M., engineer, Baltimore, MD
I participated in Melissa's Easy Spring Cleanse 2008 and found it easy to follow and very beneficial. The cleanse took place during the worst part of the pollen season and I avoided many of the allergy symptoms I normally suffer. Additionally, during the cleanse my energy level increased and my weight was reduced by 11 pounds.
- Robert J., attorney, North Carolina
I took Melissa’s spring 2008 workshop and was pleased with the results. I have been on many cleanses and this by far was the simplest, gentlest and most supported cleanse I have ever been on. After the week ended I noticed that my joints had ceased aching, my belly was much smaller and my energy level was very high.
- Judy O., Program Manager, Silver Spring, MD
A compilation of feedback from cooking classes:
I LOVED your class! The food is delicious and amazing; Melissa has a wealth of knowledge; very informative; tasted great/I had no idea healthy food could be this good; an excellent way to learn about healthy eating; inspiring & fun; there was nothing I didn't like.
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Melissa Klein, MPH, CHHC
Founder and Creative Director
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