This week on Next Steps Forward, Dr. Chris Meek welcomes Sophia Mullins, founder of Wall Street Wellness, LLC, to share her remarkable journey from the fast-paced world of investment banking and private equity to becoming a leader in corporate wellness. After being diagnosed with Hashimoto’s disease, an autoimmune thyroid condition, Sophia took charge of her health through functional medicine, nutrition, and lifestyle changes. Her recovery not only transformed her personal well-being but also ignited a passion for helping professionals thrive without sacrificing their health. That passion became Wall Street Wellness, a consultancy dedicated to equipping high-pressure workplaces with practical, sustainable wellness strategies.

In this episode, Sophia opens up about her health journey, the hidden costs of stress in demanding industries, and the challenges of leaving a successful finance career to pursue a mission-driven path. She also explains what corporate wellness really means - beyond gym memberships and fruit bowls - and how organizations can build cultures that foster resilience, balance, and long-term performance. Whether you’re a professional navigating a high-stress career, a leader looking to invest in workplace wellness, or someone curious about making a bold career change, Sophia’s story offers inspiration, practical insights, and hope.

About Sophia Mullins: Sophia Mullins spent nearly a decade working and thriving in the high-pressure world of investment banking, private equity, and hedge funds. Her life and career took a dramatic turn when she was diagnosed with Hashimoto’s disease. Through functional medicine, nutrition, stress management, and lifestyle changes, Sophia regained her health and discovered a passion for helping others navigate wellness in demanding careers. That passion led her to found Wall Street Wellness, a corporate wellness consultancy that helps individuals and companies integrate realistic, sustainable wellness practices into high-pressure work environments. Not only is she the founder of Wall Street Wellness, she’s also a certified health and well-being practitioner. Sophia’s mission is simple: empower professionals to perform at their best while maintaining their health, resilience, and balance.