For as long as I can remember I have been fascinated by the body-mind connection. My commitment to the study of and care for the human being dates back to 1995, when I first began my studies as a massage therapist. This was an incredible and exciting time in my human studies as well as in my personal growth. As I studied the anatomy and physiology of the human body, I simultaneously began to explore the spirit that moves the form. I was introduced to Iyengar yoga, Bioenergetics, Rolfing, Feldenkrais® and Fertility Awareness. It was during this time that the power of being a woman, physically and spiritually, AWAKENED within me.Eventually I traded in my massage table for more academic pursuits. I graduated from the University of Colorado at Boulder with a degree in Kinesiology (the study of the movement of the body), a 'minor' in Psychology all with an emphasis in Neuroscience. Throughout my academic career I tried on various 'career shoes'. I worked as a Physical Therapist Assistant, Chiropractic Assistant, a Student Teacher and I even spent some time living and working at a Zen temple. In a sense, my life and my innate curiosity seem to be guided by my passion for the body, mind and spirit. For that I am grateful.
Honoring my academics, I became a Certified Personal Trainer with additional training in Prenatal Fitness. Honoring my practice, I became a Certified Yoga Instructor. Honoring the wisdom of being a woman I studied Prenatal Yoga with Janice Clarfield, Itsy Bitsy Yoga with founder and creator Helen Garabedian. Honoring my heart, I volunteered as a Doula with the Hearts & Hands Program at UCSD Medical Center. Thank you to all of those women who have blessed me with the honor of attending their births.
Honoring my deep sense of spirit, my relentless passion for learning and my vow to end suffering I pursued a career in both the Feldenkrais Method with Elizabeth Beringer and Life coaching. I have been intensively studying the Feldenkrais Method since 2005 and I am currently an Authorized Awareness Through Movement® teacher. I have also completed a year-long intensive Life Coaching training program.
I believe in the power and potential of personal transformation. If we are to transform our families, our community, our world – we must begin with ourselves. I invite you to join me on my continuing and evolving path of curious exploration, personal growth and unlimited discovery.
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