Our mission

Our mission is to empower individuals to achieve better health, balance, and productivity through a holistic approach to wellness. We provide practical tools and expert guidance to help people move better, feel better, and live better—every day.

About Us

Our founders

Functional Human was founded by Michelle Motta and Felipe Modenese, a dynamic duo combining diverse expertise to transform wellness for individuals and communities. Michelle, a certified life coach and experienced meditation teacher, brings her passion for emotional well-being, stress management, and building resilience. Felipe, a skilled occupational therapist and ergonomist, contributes his deep understanding of body mechanics, workplace optimization, and functional health. Together, they’ve created a holistic and comprehensive approach that addresses the physical, mental, and emotional demands of modern life, empowering clients to achieve balance, productivity, and overall well-being.

Our story

We founded Functional Human because we saw a critical gap in how people approach their health and daily routines. As an occupational therapist and ergonomist (Felipe) and a life coach and meditation teacher (Michelle), we kept seeing the same struggles: individuals dealing with chronic pain, stress, low energy, and a lack of connection between their work, health, and overall quality of life.

It wasn’t just about poor office setups, lack of exercise, or unmanaged stress—these issues were interconnected. People needed a solution that combined physical health, mental clarity, and emotional resilience in a way that fit seamlessly into their busy lives.

That’s when the idea for Functional Human came to life: What if we combined our expertise to create a program that integrated everything people need for sustainable well-being? A program that doesn’t just address pain or teach mindfulness in isolation, but connects these elements into one cohesive plan.

With this vision, we created a 10-week program designed to deliver real results. From optimizing your workspace and improving your posture to helping you manage stress and build healthy habits, we address the whole picture. We equip clients with practical, lifelong tools that ripple into every part of their lives—helping them become more energized, focused, and present for the things that matter most.

At Functional Human, we believe that when you align your body, calm your mind, and create supportive environments, you unlock your full potential—not just as a worker, but as a parent, a partner, and a human being. This is more than a wellness program; it’s a pathway to transforming how you live and work. We’re here to help you thrive—one functional human at a time.

15+

100+

Year of Experience

15+ years of combined experience means we have seen and helped all walks of life.

Happy Humans

We have proudly helped over 100 humans become more functional in their daily lives.

Disciplines

We specialize in 4 different disciplines to provide a robust plan of care.

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Who we are

Physical Therapists

Our in-house PTs focus on tailoring the best home exercise program tailored to your needs to avoid injuries, achieve pain relief, and become stronger.

Occupational Therapists

Our occupational therapists focus on your workplace ergonomics to make you as productive and pain-free as possible.

Meditation Teachers

Our meditation teachers focus on the creation of a stress management program that is revolved around meditation, breath work, yoga and more. Bringing you some inner zen, wherever you are.