Emily Conklin

Yoga instructor, Mom of two boys

Emily stepped into her first yoga class in 2005. She was skeptical about the practice at first, but quickly realized how valuable it was to connect the mind and body. In 2008 she joined the group fitness community teaching BodyPump, BodyBalance and cycling. In 2016 she attended her 200 hour level yoga teacher training at Asheville Community Yoga. Yoga has continued to be a big part of her life and loves to teach to the energy in the room. While she loves a good sweaty power yoga flow, she also recognizes the importance of settling down to restore. She is currently working towards her 300 hour level training at Asheville Yoga Center. When she’s not in a gym or studio, you can find her in the forest hiking, running, biking, or rock climbing and with her husband, two sons and dog.

Kelsey Crabtree

Kelsey Crabtree is a licensed clinical mental health counselor and the founder of Treetops Counseling Services in Black Mountain, North Carolina. She is passionate about supporting women and mothers as they navigate the many seasons of life, reconnect with themselves, and heal from experiences that have shaped who they are. Her work focuses on trauma, anxiety, parenting, identity, and breaking generational cycles.

Kelsey’s therapeutic approach is rooted in compassion, connection, and the belief that healing happens when we feel safe enough to show up as our authentic selves. She strives to create a supportive, judgment-free space where women can explore their experiences, build self-compassion, and find new ways forward. As a mother herself, Kelsey understands the complexities of caring for others while trying to stay connected to yourself. She is passionate about helping women recognize that their needs, growth, and well-being matter, too.