Her parents, Esfira Burd-Muchnik and Frank (Efim) Muchnik, immigrated from Moldova to the United States in the 1970s. Dr. Zelana, author of the book "21 Days to Resilience" published by HarperCollins and available in five languages, is a renowned media authority and consultant to executives, corporations, schools, and universities globally. As a proponent of mental wellness and debunking cultural myths, she frequently features on television programs such as the Dr. Oz Show, Access Hollywood, The Today Show, Good Morning America, and The Doctors. Additionally, her articles appear in Prevention Magazine, Real Simple, Health Magazine, Parents, Redbook, Better Homes & Gardens, People, Psychology Today, and the Huffington Post. Dr. Zelana is an active member of the American Psychological Association and holds positions on various chapter, regional, and international boards. She is also part of the Advisory Council of Common Sense Media, the Scientific Advisory Board of Lovevery, and serves as the Senior Advisor at CREO | Montminy & Co. As CEO of the Montminy Group, Dr. Zelana supports numerous health, youth, and environmental organizations including Common Sense Media, Conservation International, Los Angeles Children's Hospital, and Ikamva Labantu in South Africa.