Jennifer Wheeler

Performance OptimizationMental Health and Emotional IntelligenceMindset and Resiliency
Written By Marya Nguyen
 

Jennifer Wheeler

Jennifer combines over 20 years in healthcare with a passion for functional medicine to optimize performance and recovery for frontline professionals. With degrees from Columbia and Jefferson Universities, her experience spans critical care and primary care. A personal health crisis reshaped her approach, inspiring her to focus on gut health, nutrition, and nervous system optimization. At MNDSHFT Health, Jennifer delivers evidence-based solutions to help first responders thrive in work and life.

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Areas of Focus

  • The RESET Method

    The RESET Method is an active, 3-part conscious breathing experience designed for you to overcome mental & physical blocks, achieve peak performance, and unlock your full potential. Engineered for those who serve on the front lines, it helps you rewire your nervous system, create resilience, and reset your mind & body. Master this technique to dominate high-stress situations and maintain your tactical edge, on and off the field.

  • In this dynamic presentation, you'll discover how functional medicine principles directly impact your operational readiness - from gut health and nutrition to sleep quality and nervous system regulation. This signature talk breaks down the essential foundations of peak performance for high-stakes professionals, revealing the critical connections between gut health, stress response, and mental clarity, while providing you with actionable strategies to optimize your performance on duty and maintain the energy you need for what matters most - time with your family and life beyond the job.

  • Discover how to shift from surviving to thriving by optimizing your body's stress response system, allowing you to lead with clarity, stamina, and purpose - both in your mission and with your team. Learn the key strategies to transform adrenal fatigue into sustainable energy that powers exceptional leadership and personal fulfillment.

  • Optimizing Your Internal Command Center


    Learn how your gut microbiome and toxic load secretly influence everything from mental clarity and stress resilience to physical recovery and operational stamina. In this eye-opening presentation, discover how optimizing your body's internal defense systems and gut health can dramatically enhance your performance, decision-making, and longevity - giving you the tactical advantage in your professional life and the vitality to thrive in your personal life.

Testimonials
Betsy McCreery SAC | FBI

“Heroic, remarkable, dynamic, compelling, driven, humble, impactful, true American hero ...these are just a few of the words Nick Lavery evoked from his presentation at Gettysburg to 250 high ranking law enforcement leaders, including 70 FBI supervisors from the Philadelphia field office."

PJ Langmaid Chief | Black Forest Fire and Rescue

"Selecting Nick Lavery to provide mentorship, perspective, and insight was one of the best decisions I have made to provide my team what they need. Nick Lavery provided them not just the example of leadership and determination but also the path and the tools to replicate his processes and methods to overcome our internal friction points allowing each member of my team to grow, learn, develop, lead, and win.”

Callsign Slug PIC | 175th ANG

“Nick and Team Machine provided outstanding service to the 175th Operations Group. His combat mode is exactly what Attack pilots will emulate in dynamic environments. Nick sets the mental toughness standard which is critical to combat lethality."

Chris Wray Director | FBI

“Thank you for your selfless and dedicated service both in and out of the uniform. You are making a difference.”

 
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