Dr. Rebecca Hubbard, founder of Grounded Wellness LLC, is a groundbreaking wellness leader who combines clinical psychology and African-centered yoga to help people manage stress, break the cycle of burnout, and improve their overall mental well-being. Dr. Hubbard, a licensed clinical psychologist and certified Kemetic yoga instructor based in Chicago, has built a reputation for creating healing spaces that allow clients to grow and achieve a balanced lifestyle. Grounded Wellness LLC is dedicated to providing psychological services, yoga instruction, and self-care education to individuals and communities seeking meaningful transformation.
Dr. Rebecca Hubbard’s personal story is shaped by her own experiences with burnout and the pressures of hustle culture. As someone who has struggled with burnout at various points in her life, Dr. Hubbard brings a unique perspective to her work. Her own journey of self-discovery, navigating life as a mother, Afro-German woman, athlete, and daughter of a drill sergeant, allowed her to identify the root causes of burnout in her life. She shares this journey with others, along with the knowledge gained in her professional training to encourage individuals to separate their identities from the damaging messages of hustle culture and build a healthier, more sustainable relationship with work, self-care, and life.
Dr. Hubbard’s professional credentials reflect her extensive expertise in both psychology and wellness practices. She earned her doctorate in Counseling Psychology in 2014 and has published academic articles on race-related stress, identity, and mental health. Throughout her career, Dr. Hubbard has helped more than 300 clients, including high achievers such as athletes, advanced graduate students, and immigrants, many of whom have experienced the negative effects of burnout. Dr. Hubbard’s clinical background is paired with her expertise in Kemetic yoga, which she has been practicing and teaching since 2017. Her yoga practice, rooted in an African-centered lineage, offers clients a deeper understanding of stress management and holistic well-being.
A significant milestone in Dr. Hubbard’s career was her recognition as the “Outstanding Kemetic Yoga Instructor” in 2021. She was also named to Saint Augustine’s University’s “45 Under 45” list in 2022. As a testament to her dedication to supporting underrepresented communities, Dr. Hubbard founded the Grounded Wellness Community Fund. This initiative raised $18,905 from 2020-2022, providing 223 free therapy and health coaching sessions to Black, Indigenous, and People of Color in financial need. Dr. Hubbard has also contributed to the academic community by teaching undergraduate and graduate-level courses in psychology at institutions like Virginia Commonwealth University, Virginia Union University, and Adler University.
Most recently, she has committed to sharing her expertise through workshops and speaking engagements. She focuses on helping individuals detach from hustle culture and offers pathways to cultivate healthier and more sustainable lifestyles. Dr. Hubbard is a sought-after speaker and educator. She recently delivered a talk at the TEDxNormal event in April 2025, further solidifying her expertise and commitment to spreading the message of healing from burnout. Dr. Hubbard is available for speaking engagements and workshops, offering valuable insights into mental health, burnout prevention, and stress management. These speaking opportunities provide individuals and organizations with actionable strategies to overcome stress and build more meaningful, fulfilling lives.
Dr. Hubbard offers a fresh approach to self-care and the role it can play in our wellness. In workshops like, “Micro Self-Care in the Workplace”, participants can learn simple ways to integrate self-care into their day and also have an opportunity to reflect on how they acquired their ideas about self-care and work ethic. She emphasizes that self-care should not be a superficial or generic practice. Instead, she works with clients to identify the deeper meaning behind their self-care routines, helping them make self-care a personalized, transformative experience. Dr. Hubbard’s calm, comforting presence creates a safe environment for her audiences, empowering them to embrace meaningful change in their lives.
Looking ahead, Grounded Wellness LLC is expanding its offerings with the launch of online courses and a coaching program in September 2025. These programs will offer individuals access to Dr. Hubbard’s expertise from anywhere, providing a valuable resource for those seeking to improve their mental well-being and heal the cycle of burnout. The courses and programs are designed to help people develop a healthy relationship with productivity and reconnect with their self-care in personal and value-based ways.
As a leader in the fields of psychology and wellness, Dr. Hubbard’s work is making a profound impact. By blending clinical expertise with holistic wellness practices, Dr. Hubbard is helping individuals overcome burnout, heal from stress, and cultivate lives of balance and fulfillment. Grounded Wellness LLC offers the resources, support, and education necessary for individuals to detach from hustle culture and reconnect with their authentic selves.
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