About Me: A Journey of Healing, Resilience, and Open‑Hearted Care

For years, I lived with extreme anxiety, mild depression, chronic pain, and the lingering effects of trauma. Traditional talk therapy and repeated medical visits offered limited relief, and my body continued to hold tension, stress, and unexplained symptoms. My healing began when I turned toward holistic wellness and trauma‑informed practices.

Working with a holistic practitioner helped me understand that my body was storing unresolved trauma. I was encouraged to explore complementary therapies such as massage, yoga, meditation, and Reiki. As I committed to regular yoga and meditation, I experienced meaningful shifts—reduced anxiety, improved sleep, increased relaxation, and greater emotional balance. Adding Reiki deepened my mind‑body connection, supported emotional release, and helped ease chronic pain and digestive issues.

Yoga, Reiki, and other somatic healing practices continue to support my nervous system, reduce stress, and promote long‑term wellness. These modalities have become essential parts of my self‑care and the foundation of my healing journey.

Since 2024, my personal path has expanded through profound life experiences, including the loss of my father and navigating my own menopause journey. These transitions inspired me to pursue additional training in somatic therapy and yoga for menopause, deepening my ability to support others through emotional, hormonal, and life‑cycle shifts.

My commitment to inclusive, trauma‑informed care is also shaped by my family. I have had the joy of witnessing my adult child blossom into the trans woman she was born to be, and I proudly support the LGBTQIA community through affirming, accessible, and welcoming yoga and Reiki offerings.

Today, I serve as a trauma‑informed yoga teacher and Reiki Master, specializing in nervous system support, emotional healing, somatic awareness, and accessible mind‑body practices. I hold advanced certifications including Trauma‑Informed Yoga (50‑hour) and RCYS (Registered Children’s Yoga School) with a trauma‑informed focus.

Through Open Heart Reiki and Yoga, I offer trauma‑informed yoga classes, Reiki healing sessions, holistic wellness workshops, menopause‑supportive yoga, and community‑based events designed to help individuals reconnect with their bodies, reduce stress, and cultivate inner resilience. I look forward to supporting you on your path toward balance, clarity, and well‑being.