At Project Behavior Change, we are dedicated to empowering at-risk populations by fostering positive transformations through the integration of regular exercise, nutritional dietary guidance, and motivational counselling. Our mission is to inspire lasting behavior change, promoting holistic well-being and resilience. Through a compassionate and evidence-based approach, we strive to create a healthier and more empowered future for individuals facing challenges. Together, we believe in the transformative power of lifestyle interventions, working tirelessly to build a supportive community that uplifts, educates, and guides individuals towards sustainable habits that enhance their overall health and quality of life.
Our program integrates regular exercise, nutritional guidance, and mental health support to create a comprehensive and sustainable path to improved quality of life.
Understanding that every individual has a unique lived experience allows our team to provide support that goes beyond surface level interventions.
An inclusive environment that respects and celebrates diversity in all its forms, including people experiencing financial hardship or people with disabilities.
While uniquely individualized, the basis of our program is grounded in scientific research and evidence-based best practice.
Megan is one of the co-founder’s of Project Behavior Change and has been working towards the idea of supporting people to change their life in a meaningful, positive and lasting way since she started her psychology degree in 2013. Through personal experience she realized the genuine effects of exercise in reducing low mood and later discovered, through her studies and work as a Research Assistant, that the connection had been investigated and validated for decades. Megan experimented with the effects of combining regular exercise, good nutrition, and therapy and found that total lifestyle change was much more effective when all three elements were focussed on. She also realized that not everyone can afford this sort of support, or has the motivation, resources, or people in their life to help them along. Everyone deserves the have the opportunity to create lasting positive change in their life, and it’s these individual positive changes which can ultimately affect the community at large. This is why Project Behavior Change was established.
James has spent more than a decade working in high schools to provide educational opportunities to students with disabilities. He has worked with students and their families to assist them in identifying and accessing government and non-government funded support programs within the community. As a psychology graduate and advocate of mental health awareness, James has championed in-school awareness programs from organizations including Are You OK? and HeadSpace to share a message that help is available when people need it. With 15+ years of experience in the health and fitness sector, James understands the connection between a healthy mind and body. He is inspired to use this knowlege to empower others, and bring about positive change to peoples’ lives.
Eric Willis is a passionate leader who works diligently to bridge gaps and help the less fortunate reach their full potential. During his career, he has served on many boards across the Atlanta Metro area. Decatur Education Foundation where he focused his time raising money for City Schools of Decatur, Dekalb Medical Foundation where he worked to support cancer research and helped secure funding to purchase new technology necessary to fight the disease. A Ronald McDonald House Scholarship committee member, where he was part of the Ronald McDonald House Scholarship selection committee. Infant Swimming Resources where he still helps to raise money to educate families about drowning prevention. He also serves as a Decatur Rotary Club executive board member where he’s recognized as the top fitness facility in all of Decatur Ga. Eric is the current owner of Decatur Strength x Conditioning formerly CrossFit Decatur, founded in 2004 in Decatur, Georgia. Eric is also the owner of 701 Church St LLC a commercial real estate company that he founded in 2013 Eric’s passion for serving others comes from his parents who both worked in non profit ministries.
