Mark Stonkus, Ed.D., LMHC, CC-AASP, CSCS.
Owner/Founder
Although I would much rather be writing about your accomplishments and credentials, I feel that I must offer mine as a way to promote the mission of MBX Training.
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My educational background consists of an undergraduate degree from Tufts University, two master’s degrees (the most recent from Boston College in counseling psychology), and a doctoral degree in counseling and sports psychology from Boston University. These degrees are not intended to impress, rather, they have been necessary steps to earning the credentials required to improve people’s performance in a variety of settings. I hold licensure as a mental health counselor in Massachusetts (LMHC),as an AASP (Association of Applied Sport Psychology) certified consultant, and as a strength and conditioning coach from the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA-CSCS). I also maintain membership in a variety of professional organizations, including the Association of Applied Sports Psychology (AASP), American Counseling Association (ACA), American Psychological Association (APA), and the International Positive Psychology Association (IPPA).
My only purpose for such diverse involvement and experience has been to develop the highest understanding of human performance so that I can assist people in setting and achieving their goals. My experience as an athlete and coach (football and track & field) at the high school and collegiate levels continues to serve as the foundation for understanding the physical and mental demands of athletes. My experience as a therapist provides the foundation for understanding the wide array of personal challenges that may present at any point in life. And my experience in higher education (Boston University sports psychology lab and adjunct faculty member) allows me to utilize the most current research in promoting higher performance.
MBX Training stands for “Mind Body Cross-Training”, and it describes exactly what we do. We combine the most current research in physical and mental development into one comprehensive training program. Our staff has been trained to deliver the highest levels of service, and we pride ourselves on meeting your specific training needs. Whether your goals are to improve your life, become a better athlete, or even enhance your productivity at work, our programs are designed to give you the most unique and genuine support in becoming the person you want to be.
Long story short… MBX Training is an innovative and dynamic training ground for assisting you in your pursuit and attainment of performance excellence.
Seto Berry
Seto’s passion for Sports, fitness, and helping people led him to becoming a trainer and strength and conditioning coach. His personal athletic experience includes being a successful collegiate athlete. He excelled in football and track and field where he was elected to the Bridgewater State College Hall of Fame in 2007.
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Seto’s education includes B.S. Exercise Science, and is currently obtaining a masters degree in exercise science. Seto’s training experience includes being strength and conditioning coach at Northeastern University (1999-2000), Middle school P.E. teacher 2006-present, and ten years of sport specific training with athletes that range from professional to middle school students.
Seto’s credentials include:
- BS EXERCISE SCIENCE
- Over 10 years of training athletes
- Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist(NSCA)
- STRENGTH COACH NORTHEASERN UNIVERSITY(1999-2000)
- 1999 DIV.3 HP ALL AMERICAN Football
- Strength and conditioning advisor to numerous college and high school teamsteams
Matt McClune
Matt McClune is a 2003 graduate of Boston College High School where he was captain of both the football and rugby teams his senior year. He went on to play his college football at Division 1-AA Sacred Heart University, playing 3 years before losing his senior year to injury. During his time at Sacred Heart, he developed a passion for physical fitness, and decided to pursue career in personal training after graduation.
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Matt has been training both high school and college athletes since the summer of 2007. His clientele is not limited to just athletes however, as he has trained people of all ages and experience levels for the past 2 years. He will continue to train both at MBX Training.
Emily Dionne, MS, RD, LDN
Nutritionist
Emily Dionne, MS, RD, LDN specializes in the field of nutrition and wellness. She has extensive training and experience and provides expert nutrition advice with the goal of promoting healthy dietary changes for areas such as weight management and sports nutrition as well as many conditions requiring medical nutrition therapy such as obesity, diabetes, hyperlipidemia, cardiovascular disease, digestive disorders, etc. Emily has worked with a wide variety of clients including children and adults focusing on balanced eating and exercise habits for optimal health and performance and weight management.
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Emily has worked closely with clients referred to her by doctors, psychologists, physical therapists and personal trainers, throughout Boston and the South Shore. She contributed a chapter called Popular and Fad Diet Programs: Nutritional Adequacy, Safety, and Efficacy for the book Self-Help Approaches for Obesity and Eating Disorders, 2007.
Emily received a Bachelor of Science degree in Nutrition and Dietetics from Boston University. She has a Masters of Science degree in Clinical Nutrition from Tufts University. She completed her dietetic internship training from the Frances Stern Nutrition Center at Tufts-New England Medical Center and is credentialed as a Registered Dietitian. While at Boston University she played four years on their Division I women’s soccer team, and was awarded the ‘Unsung Hero’ award by the Boston Globe Sports, 12th Annual “Harbie” Awards, in 2003.
Professional Associations and Memberships:
- American Dietetic Association (ADA)
- Massachusetts Dietetic Association
- Sports Cardiovascular and Wellness Nutritionists (SCAN)
- Weight Management Dietetic Practice Group
