Meet the Team
As your guide on the healing journey, Christy is dedicated to equipping you with coping techniques to fill your toolbox and regain control of your life. With expertise in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, trauma-focused therapy, mindfulness, and mind-body practices, she combines a holistic approach to address issues such as anxiety, abuse, meditation and mindfulness, stress, trauma, PTSD, harassment, and military/veteran issues.
In Christy's care, you'll find a compassionate and understanding ally who will walk beside you every step of the way. She believes in empowering individuals to reclaim their lives and offers a safe space for healing and growth. With her guidance, you can overcome the challenges that have held you back and build a future filled with possibility and fulfillment.
Take the first step towards a life of well-being and reach out to Christy Hinnant at Pursuing Wellness. Together, you'll embark on a transformative journey toward healing, resilience, and a renewed sense of purpose.
Christy Hinnant
A licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Florida, who brings a unique perspective to the field.
Certified as a Clinical Trauma Professional and a 200-level yoga instructor, Christy is not your typical therapist. Her passion lies in helping individuals who have experienced trauma, suffer from PTSD, served in the military, or find themselves trapped in a constant state of fear.
Drawing from her own experiences as an 8-year Army Veteran, Christy understands firsthand the challenges you face. She recognizes the feelings of hopelessness, living on edge, and constantly looking over your shoulder. But she firmly believes that life doesn't have to be a never-ending struggle. You deserve to experience joy, happiness, and trust in your life. You deserve to wake up in the morning with a sense of excitement for the day ahead and hope for the future.
Emma Martin
A passionate life coach at Pursuing Wellness, dedicated to helping individuals unleash their full potential and embrace personal growth and development.
With a deep understanding of human nature and a genuine desire to see others thrive, Emma specializes in assisting individuals in setting personal goals, exploring new interests, and challenging themselves intellectually.
With a solid educational background, Emma holds a BS in Religion and a minor in Ministries and Ethics from Liberty University. Currently, she is actively pursuing her credentials for the International Coaching Federation (ICF) through the esteemed CCE (Center for Coaching Excellence): Essential Coach Training Program. This comprehensive program entails 64 coach-specific training hours, covering essential training, as well as associate courses on Ethics and Risk Management for Coaches, and Advanced Coaching Skills.
Emma firmly believes in the power of aligning with one's values, passions, and purpose in life. Through her coaching, she empowers individuals to discover their unique qualities and strengths while nurturing their spiritual beliefs and practices. By guiding her clients on a transformative journey of self-discovery, Emma enables them to lead fulfilling lives filled with meaning and personal fulfillment.
If you're ready to embark on a journey of personal growth, unlock your true potential, and live a purpose-driven life, Emma Martin is the dedicated life coach who will be by your side, offering unwavering support and empowering guidance every step of the way.
Jesse Hinnant
Jesse Hinnant serves as the Operations Lead for Pursuing Wellness, bringing over 20 years of leadership and operational experience through his military and professional background.
After retiring from the United States Army as a Master Sergeant (E8), Jesse earned his MBA from the University of Tampa with a concentration in Nonprofit Management and now helps oversee the operations, growth, strategic development, and community partnerships behind Pursuing Wellness and V.O.I.C.E.S. Against Sexual Assault.
Throughout his military career, Jesse served in human resources, recruiting, leadership development, and operational roles, including assignments supporting high-performing teams and organizations in demanding environments.
His experience across leadership, personnel management, recruitment, training, and operations helped shape a practical and grounded approach centered around structure, accountability, resilience, and people development. Jesse also previously held certifications as a Project Management Professional (PMP), Master Resiliency Trainer (MRT), and Associate Professional in Human Resources (aPHR).
Jesse is passionate about helping create environments where people feel connected, supported, and challenged to grow both personally and professionally. He also plays a key role in developing Men In Pursuit, a Pursuing Wellness program focused on connection, accountability, leadership, and personal growth for men within the community. He believes strong relationships, meaningful conversations, and having the right people around you can make a significant impact on overall well-being and growth in everyday life.