Guided Imagery/Hypnotherapy/Mindfulness based program to reduce anxiety and facilitate healing for clients pre-operatively, pre-procedurally, those with chronic pain or going through treatments such as chemotherapy or radiation, or chronic illness. Supporting those with medical related anxiety.

I cherish the opportunity to journey with those exploring and nurturing their connection with the divine, either 1:1 or  through group facilitation.  While I am trained, educated and certified in the Jesuit tradition of Spiritual Direction and consider myself a Christian, I support anyone of all faiths, religions and beliefs.  I respect and am deeply interested in other traditions, wisdom and perspectives.  With a belief in radical inclusivity, we are all truly ONE in God and Love, which are, in my understanding, one and the same.  Being trained through and participating in the Jesuit tradition, I am also happy to walk alongside those moving through the Ignatian Spiritual Exercises.

Did you know that approximately 90% of visits to health care providers can be related to stress? With this knowledge and desire to help with this staggering reality, Dr. Jon Kabatt--Zinn developed  Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), together with the University of Massachusetts & Harvard University.  MBSR (And Kabat Zinn’s book Full Catastrophe Living) is the “Gold Standard” in Mindfulness training and education.  I am proud of and grateful to be part of an elite team of certified MBSR teachers. I have developed my own holistic mindfulness program (see below: HOME), and continue  to teach the traditional 8-week MBSR  program.  I am available to provide MBSR for your group or business as well.

As above, I am a certified MBSR, Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction teacher, and appreciate, understand and respect it’s secular nature, so we can “take it to the masses”.  We also know, when we “get quiet and pay attention” is when we are even more of God’s presence, voice and connection. Based on traditional MBSR, with a truly holistic approach, this 6 week program, offered in person and online, allows for Spirit, Grace and greater peace and compassion.

When discerning next steps or navigating transitions and changes, sometimes you’re not sure where to go or what you need.  I can help with all the offerings listed here, and I have a plethora of resources and referrals to help point you in the right direction. 

I offer guided imagery prior to surgery, treatments or procedures, additionally to help deal with chronic pain or certain stressful situations. I am trained and certified to provide Peggy Huddleston’s renowned program “Heal Faster” and continue to be amazed professionally and personally how powerful and helpful guided imagery can be.

Life is full of transitions and changes, like Mr. Roger’s said “Look for the helper’s, you’ll always find helpers”. Sometimes you just need and supportive guide and help figuring out what resources are available, depending on the situation.  As a family nurse practitioner, caring for people across the lifespan, with literally decades of professional and personal experience, I can be that guide.

Similarly to helping those across the lifespan, I am uniquely qualified to support victims of narcissistic abuse. I am certified, through Dr. Ramani Durvasula’s program “Working with the Fallout of Narcissistic Abuse”.  For better or worse, I have extensive personal and professional experience in this realm.  In addition to a variety of tools, education and resources, Mindfulness practices are one of the key elements towards healing. 

As a subset of Holistic Heart of Healing, I developed Holistic Peaceful Passing for individuals and their loved ones to provide truly holistic support when faced with a serious or potentially terminal diagnosis.  In particular, I help navigate the often confusing world of advanced care planning, ensuring patient and families voices are heard and respected. Palliative and Hospice care can be confusing terms, even for those in the medical field.  I have written an ebook, you can download here, to help elucidate this process.  Many people are concerned with pain and potential suffering, I am here to help with resources for symptom management and quality of life as well. 

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I have been a Reiki Master for many years and am also trained in a variety of other healing energy modalities,  Pranic healing, the Bengston Method and intuitive healing.  Based on my experience over the years, I offer my own intuitive energy work practice, which is an honor and grace to provide and can do so remotely or in person.

I would be honored to speak at your organization, business or on your program or podcast regarding any of my offerings.   My desire and prayer is to help relieve suffering and be of service.  I want help others remember they have their own unique gifts, divinity and internal wisdom. We are meant to be treated with love and respect, respect and love one another and to be happy. 

I have led and will continue to lead, retreats on a variety of topics, lengths and locations. I am happy to facilitate retreats for the workplace, school, groups,  parishes, women’s retreats.  I lead mindfulness, silent retreats, spiritual and holistic retreats. I am open to developing a plan and program based on your needs and interests.