4th Councilmanic District Meeting Highlights Wellness and Mental Health at BeautiFit Strong Fitness Studio
Philadelphia, PA — On October 5th, the 4th Councilmanic District meeting took place at BeautiFit Strong Fitness Studio, located at 4027 Ridge Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19129. As part of the citywide District Tour, this event brought together community members to engage in meaningful discussions about wellness, fitness, and mental health.
Audra Anusionwu, founder and lead instructor of BeautiFit Strong Fitness Studio, hosted the event. Her studio provides a variety of fitness classes designed to empower women, including Lift & Sculpt, Boxing HIIT, Zumba, and Twerkshop. Audra's passion for fitness and community has made BeautiFit Strong a cornerstone for women’s empowerment in the district.
The event also featured a compelling presentation by Dr. Taliba Foster, psychiatrist and Medical Director of Main Line Psychiatric, who spoke about the effects of cortisol on the mind, body, and spirit. Dr. Foster emphasized the importance of understanding how stress impacts overall well-being and offered practical strategies for managing it.
As a member of the Mayor’s Office of Women Engagement Committee, Unorthodox Therapy Inc. played a key role in organizing and supporting this event. The nonprofit is dedicated to fostering mental health wellness and community empowerment in Philadelphia through innovative programs and partnerships with local women-owned businesses.
“Being part of the Mayor’s Office of Women Engagement Committee and supporting events like the 4th Councilmanic District meeting aligns with our mission to build bridges between wellness, mental health, and community connection,” said MonyChann (Mo) McCarty, founder of Unorthodox Therapy Inc.
