My Story
Fifteen years ago, I was sitting in a treatment center feeling completely lost. I was overwhelmed by fear, shame, and anxiety, disconnected from my body, and unable to imagine a future for myself. At that time, I could not see a path forward or believe that life could ever feel different.
After leaving treatment, I moved into a recovery house, began attending meetings, and learned the simple yet powerful practice of taking life one day at a time. Around my six-month milestone, someone invited me to try a yoga class. I felt hesitant and uncomfortable in my body, unsure if I belonged in a yoga studio. But recovery had begun teaching me something new—the courage to step outside my comfort zone and embrace the discomfort of growth.
That first yoga class became the beginning of a lifelong journey back to myself. Through movement, breath, and mindful awareness, I began reconnecting with the body I had spent years trying to escape. Yoga opened the door to somatic practices that helped me listen inward, notice my thoughts and emotions with greater awareness, and develop a deeper relationship with myself. Breath by breath, I discovered tools to navigate anxiety, stay present, release tension, and create moments of stillness and connection. I began to understand that healing was not just something that happened in my mind—it was something I could experience through my body.
Yoga and somatic practices became a source of strength and healing throughout my recovery, through two pregnancies, and through the journey of motherhood. They continue to be the foundation I return to again and again—the practices that ground me, reconnect me, and remind me of who I truly am.
What I have learned is this: healing is possible, even when it feels beyond reach. Through mindfulness, movement, and a deeper connection to the body, I discovered freedom, wholeness, and a life I never thought I could have. Today, my passion is creating spaces where others can experience that same sense of connection, self-discovery, and possibility through yoga, somatic practices, and mindful awareness.
1:1 Healing Sessions
A personalized experience blending mindful movement, somatic practices, meditation, and sound healing. Create space to slow down, reconnect, and cultivate greater balance, awareness, and well-being. For adults and adolescents.
Virtual or In-person (Durango, CO)
Sound & Stillness
A restorative experience using sound healing, guided meditation, and gentle breathwork to support emotional release and nervous system balance.
Perfect for anyone seeking calm, clarity, and energetic reset.
Group or private sessions available. In-person only (Durango, CO)
Workshops & Retreats
Thoughtfully designed experiences supporting individuals in recovery that create space to reconnect with yourself, build resilience, and celebrate the ongoing journey of recovery. Each offering is designed to honor where you are while supporting growth and healing.
In-person only (Durango, CO)
My Approach
My work integrates trauma-informed yoga, mindfulness, somatic therapy, and sound healing to create spaces where the body can remember safety, resilience, and connection. I believe in the body’s innate wisdom-its natural ability to unwind tension, process emotion, and gently release what it’s been holding.
Trauma can live in the body as patterns of protection. Through attuned movement, breath, and sound, we invite those patterns to soften, making space for new experiences of safety and ease. This process isn’t about revisiting the past- it’s about supporting the body in releasing what no longer serves, one breath at a time.
Each session is an invitation to slow down, sense deeply, and build capacity- expanding what feels possible in your nervous system and your life. Through compassionate guidance and embodied practice, you learn to listen inwardly, regulate through sensation, and access states of calm and grounded aliveness.
This is not about striving to be better- it’s about learning to be with yourself in new, nurturing ways.
For Adults
People come to this work for many reasons—often when something inside is asking for relief, reconnection, or renewal.
You may be…
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In recovery—whether early, long-term, or somewhere in between—and learning to rebuild trust in your body, regulate emotions, manage triggers, and create new pathways of safety and resilience
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Carrying the weight of chronic stress, anxiety, or burnout
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Feeling disconnected from your body, emotions, or sense of self
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Longing for a deeper sense of safety, grounding, or belonging within
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Moving through grief, loss, or major life transitions
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Seeking tools to regulate your nervous system and find steadier ground
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Ready to release patterns of tension, conditioning, or trauma held in the body
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Wanting practices that help you return to yourself with more clarity and compassion
Wherever you are on your journey—especially if you’re in recovery—there is no “wrong” place to begin. Healing is a gradual returning, a re-inhabiting of the self. It unfolds at your pace, with gentleness, presence, and the belief that real change begins with feeling safe enough to breathe again.
For Youth
Young people today are holding so much—stress, pressure, identity shifts, big emotions, and the impact of a rapidly changing world. This space offers support, connection, and practical tools they can carry into daily life.
They may be…
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Navigating anxiety, worry, or overwhelming emotions
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Struggling with confidence, self-esteem, or identity
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Feeling the pressure of school, friendships, or family challenges
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Carrying stress in their bodies without knowing how to release it
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Needing tools to focus, calm, or regulate in moments of intensity
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Wanting a safe, nonjudgmental environment to move, breathe, and connect
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Recovering from difficult experiences or transitions
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Exploring healthier coping strategies or receiving early support around substance use
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Seeking additional support if they’re in recovery or rebuilding trust in themselves
This work gives young people a place to feel supported, understand their bodies and emotions, and develop skills for resilience, grounding, and self-trust. Early intervention and compassionate care can help them navigate challenges before patterns become deeply rooted—and for those already in recovery, these practices can become powerful tools for healing and rebuilding.
For a free discovery call or to book an appointment
Email: highdeserthealingdgo@gmail.com
Call/Text: (970) 501-5871
