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Experienced holistic healing practitioner and educator with over 20 years of expertise in holistic healthcare, yoga, energy work, and trauma-informed practices. A certified Quantum Human Design Coach, Usui/Holy Fire Reiki Master Teacher, and Yoga Nidra specialist, dedicated to empowering individuals to heal, align, and grow through personalized guidance and transformative practices. Skilled in integrating ancient wisdom with modern techniques to create a balanced and nurturing approach to well-being.

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Core Competencies

• Reiki Energy Healing (Usui & Holy Fire)

• Yoga Nidra & Classical Yoga Practices

• Trauma-Informed Somatic Therapy

• Quantum Human Design Coaching

• Holistic Health and Energy Dynamics

• Meditation and Mindfulness Techniques

• Teaching & Workshop Facilitation 

• Acupuncture, cupping, TCM meridian theory/therapy and Herbal Medicine   

• Aroma Freedom Technique       

 

Professional Experience-Holistic Practitioner and Guide

2003 – Present

• Offer personalized guidance and energy healing sessions, specializing in Human Design, Reiki, Yoga Nidra, and stress reducing, somatic therapies.

• Create and deliver workshops and retreats focusing on integration of self with environment and cycles, attainment of a state of deep relaxation, greater self-awareness, and a felf-sense of emotional balance.

• Integrate nervous system balancing techniques, aromatherapy, nutrition, positive mindset, compassion and others as needed for support and learning.

• Provide distance healing services and spiritual mentorship to clients worldwide.​​​​​​

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Yoga Teacher

2007 – current

• Specialize in Yoga Nidra, pranayama, and mantra practices, emphasizing deep relaxation and self-discovery.

• Trained with certified yoga teachers at the Yoga Academy of North America and guided by practitioners in classical yoga traditions such as the Bihar School of Yoga.

• Studied in ashrams across India, New Zealand, and Canada, fostering a global understanding of the depth of yogic practices.

 

Acupuncturist and Oriental Medicine Practitioner

2002 – 2022

• Practiced acupuncture and Eastern medicine with a focus on internal medicine, gynecology, chronic illness and trauma care.

• Completed clinical rounds in Shanghai, China, working with leading specialists in the field.

• Retired from hands-on bodywork in 2022 to focus on coaching, writing, teaching, and distance healing.

 

Certifications and Education

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Quantum Human Design Level 4 Coach

Quantum Human Design School, with Karen Parker-2023

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Somatic Therapy Practitioner (Trauma-Informed)

The Embody Lab, 2022 – 2023

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Usui Reiki Master Teacher & Holy Fire Reiki Practitioner

Usui Lineage

(Master/Teacher since 2007, Holy Fire III Master Ignition 2019)​

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Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT-200)

Living Spirit Yoga, USA 2007

Bihar School of Yoga, India 2009; Yoga Academy of North America, USA 2013 

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Master’s Degree in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine

Bastyr University, 2003 – 2005

• Additional training in Tai Chi, Qigong, nutrition, craniosacral therapy, visceral manipulation, aromatherapy, and herbal medicine.

 

Selected Highlights

• Studied directly with Paramahamsa Satyananda and Swami Niranjanananda at the Bihar School of Yoga in 2006 and 2009.

• Over a decade of experience with Yoga Nidra, focusing on its transformative effects on stress and trauma.

• Residential Ashram studies and seva in India, New Zealand, and Canada, contributing to a holistic approach to experiential and lifestyle wellness.

• Facilitated healing and growth for individuals worldwide through distance healing and coaching.

 

Professional Affiliations

• Bihar School of Yoga Alumni

• Quantum Human Design Coaching Network

• International Reiki Association

• Bastyr University Alumni 

 

Publications and Workshops​

• New Release in 2025! THE ALCHEMY OF WELLNESS available in kindle or print online or in a local bookstore near you :) and soon on audible along with an app...!

• Yoga Nidra and Lifestyle Yoga for Emotional Balance (Workshops 2016-present)

• Life By Design (Human Design Coaching Program, 2023 – Present)

• Regular contributor to holistic health blogs and wellness events.​​