About Us
Mission & Vision
SEA WAVES, a 501(C)3 nonprofit organization, is committed to empowering the military community by focusing on proactive wellness and preventative approaches to disordered eating. Our mission is to deliver accessible prevention strategies, comprehensive education, and meaningful connections that support individual wellness before disordered eating develops into a diagnosed disorder. We're dedicated to pioneering efforts that close the gaps in care, ensuring no one in or connected to our military community faces these challenges alone.
We envision a future where our community is not only informed and engaged but also proactive in both preventing and addressing disordered eating as part of a broader wellness strategy. Our aim is to foster open discussions, provide comprehensive support, and create a stigma-free environment. Together, we're working towards a future where everyone has the knowledge, resources, and support needed for holistic wellness, preventing the escalation of disordered eating.
Meet The Team
About our Founder
Leah Stiles is a retired U.S. Navy Senior Chief, advocate, and survivor who has faced the harsh reality of battling an eating disorder in silence. For over 30 years, Leah struggled with disordered eating—much of that time while serving in the military.
As Leah fought for her own healing, she saw a much larger problem: thousands of service members and veterans suffering in silence, many unable to access the care they desperately needed.That’s why she founded SEA WAVES—to break the stigma, change the conversation, and make sure no one else has to fight this battle alone.
Today, Leah is using her voice to spark change and save lives, ensuring that those who serve our country don’t have to choose between their health and their careers. Through SEA WAVES, she is building a community of support, education, and advocacy, proving that healing is possible—and no one has to navigate it alone.