A Journey of Self
Ashtanga Yoga
Ashtanga (8 Limbs) Yoga combines Breath, Asana (posture), and Dristi (gazing or looking place) to create a moving meditation. The breath is essential to the practice and individual needs are taken into consideration. Anyone can practice! When practiced consistently; physical, mental, and spiritual transformation can occur.
Ashtanga Mysore
A guided exploration of self discovery where each student is taught individually and practices independently through the sequence of asanas.
Available for small group guidance, workshops, and retreats.
Herbal Medicine
Herbal Medicine is rooted in various healing traditions throughout the world. Chinese Herbal Medicine is one of the great herbal traditions going back to the 3rd century BC. Throughout history, it has continually developed in response to changing conditions to promote the healing of body, mind, and spirit with an intelligence gifted by nature.
About
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, DEDICATION, DEVOTION, AND DHARMA
I earned my Master of Science from Southwest Acupuncture College in Boulder, Colorado in 2010 and began private practice including Community Acupuncture in Islamorada, Florida. I practiced there until 2016. From 2016-2021, I had a private clinic on our homestead in Cooper Landing, Alaska. I moved to Opihikao, Hawaii in July of 2023 with my husband and three children. I am nationally board certified by the NCCAOM in Acupuncture & Chinese Herbal Medicine and licensed by the state of Hawaii.
Prior to becoming a practitioner of East Asian Medicine, I earned a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science from the University of South Alabama. I worked in the areas of cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation, corporate fitness and wellness, and physical therapy.
My clinical experience includes specialties in Women's Health (OB/GYN), Pain Management, Complementary Oncology Care, and Pediatrics. I practice a gentle style of Japanese Acupuncture combined with Moxibustion, therapeutic bodywork (Tuina & Shiatsu) and Chinese Herbal Medicine. I am attuned as a Reiki Master in the lineage of Mikao Usui.
I was first introduced to Yoga in 2002. I played around with various methods of yoga for years before becoming a dedicated Ashtanga practitioner in 2010. I was deeply drawn to the practice and have had the opportunity to learn from several great teachers. I am grateful to have been able to travel to Mysore, India to practice at its source with the Jois family. Since 2015, I have made 4 trips spanning 7 months of study with both Saraswathi and Sharath. I received Sharath’s blessing and level 2 authorization to teach in 2023. I continue my home practice and self study.
Wellness Resources
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“Waking up to who you are requires letting go of who you imagine yourself to be.”
~Alan Watts
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