Mimi Vanderhaven, August, 2012
HELPING KIDS COPE The only place in Cleveland that offers a martial arts program designed around children with special needs—Insight Learning & Wellness Center—also brings together mind, body and spirit to instill patience, confidence, calm and focus.
Tae Kwon Do Fun Fusion classes are lead by Michelle Martin, Ed.S., Insight Founder and a school psychologist who has 26 years of experience under her belt working with children. By the way, that happens to be a third-degree black belt.READ MORE
FreshwaterCleveland.com
Michelle Martin & INSIGHT featured, April 19, 2012
The Insight Learning and Wellness Center is a multi-disciplinary wellness center that provides integrated psychological and holistic services to individuals of all ages, combining research-proven approaches that work without side effects. READ MORE
FOX8 - Kickin' it with Kenny, August 18, 2011
Kenny Crumpton visits INSIGHT Wellness for a morning of fun with the kids from Camp Insight. Watch Director Michelle Martin take Kenny to the mat as Kenny and the kids sample Tae Kwon Do, make healthy snacks, learn to de-stress and have fun with art!
Camp Insight featured
FOX8.com, Feb. 28, 2011
A Cleveland area summer camp will teach children confidence, patience, self-control and how to make healthy choices. No macaroni necklaces, here. At Camp Insight, children create lots of art and music, as well as take part in yoga, challenging games, Tae Kwon Do, and positive self esteem exercises. The hope is greater confidence and less stress.
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Dynamic Parents Program Featured
FOX8.com, Feb. 8, 20111
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WDOK Interview January 30, 2011
Michelle Martin & Todd Corbin interviewed by Jim McIntyre of WDOK on their DYNAMIC PARENTS program. The course teaches practical parenting skills along with a deeper understanding of all relationship dynamics and tips for creating healthier families - inside and out.Listen here
COOLCleveland Feature Article
Not Feeling 100 Percent?Visit one of NEO’s holistic health centers
The winter months bring more than snow and cold temperatures — they bring a whole line-up of different ailments and illnesses. No one likes to feel sick, whether from the flu, diarrhea, strained muscles or broken bones, or from chronic conditions like arthritis, cancer or high blood pressure. Feeling sick is unpleasant, motivating people to find relief.
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WEWS TV 5 Interview
Michelle Martin discusses integrative medicine with Leon Bibb of WEWS TV-5: Founder of Insight Learning & Wellness Center, Michelle Martin, was a featured guest on Kaleidoscope, a public affairs program on WEWS TV-5 hosted by Leon Bibb. Along with Integrated Psychiatrist Lynn Klimo, MD, Michelle discussed the trend towards integrating conventional western medicine with natural, more holistic therapies that have been proven to work. When complementary therapies are incorporated into a treatment plan, patients achieve better outcomes and enhanced wellness. Learn more about how medication is often only part of the solution.
Can martial arts help children with learning disabilities?
by Kim Wheeler, WKYC Channel 3 News, 7/25/2007 12:39:24 PM
Michelle Martin is a psychologist and instructor at Insight Learning and Wellness Center in Cleveland. She teaches Tae Kwon Do to students who have ADHD, autism, Asperger's Syndrome and she has seen improvement in their focus and social skills. She says the martial arts teach self control and concentration. She teaches children 6 to 18 years old. It is a combination of group therapy and martial arts. The center takes a holistic approach instead of turning to medicine for children.
Yoga for the Special Child
90.3 WCPN Feature Story - Aired April 7, 2006
Disabilities like Multiple Sclerosis leave patients in debilitating pain. Cerebral Palsy often leaves the body contracted and contorted. But a woman in Lakewood hopes to relieve families from diseases such as these through the ancient practice of yoga. In private and group classes, Yoga For the Special Child incorporates deep breathing and stretching techniques, tailor made for children with disabilities. ideastream's Lisa Ann Pinkerton reports. Read more.
Tae kwon do brings discipline, skills to special needs kids
By SHARON N. SCHNALL, CRAIN'S CLEVELAND BUSINESS, March 6, 2006
The small group of boys forms a semi-circle around tae kwon do instructor and licensed school psychologist Michelle Martin.
On this quiet Saturday morning, they attend class at Insight Learning & Wellness Center in Warrensville Heights. Complicated and exhaustive kicks, jumps, blocks and punches will follow. But right now, the center’s director and founder quietly counsels about bullying.READ MORE