I became a Reiki Master Teacher in short, because I was called. Sometimes I receive very clear messages from the Universe, God, Goddess, Guides. My sojourn into Reiki teachings and my daily ritual of Reiki self-care began with a “bonk on the head” kind of knowing. Soon after, essential oils and Reiki were part of… [Read More]
Creating an Intentional Sacred Space
I recently closed my psychotherapy practice. I have been a counselor/psychotherapist for 20+ years. It was always very important to me that my work space- my office space – was both welcoming to my client and a serene space for me. Accompanying people on the journey from darkness into light is an honor and I… [Read More]
Spiritual Centering with Frankincense
Frankincense is well-known in many spiritual communities as a familiar and grounding aroma and perfect for spiritual centering. The Audio Take — a fast listen with new angles on the topic HERE. Useful for visualizing, improving one’s spiritual connection, and centering, it has comforting properties that help focus the mind and overcome stress and despair. At one… [Read More]
Yes. Learn Reiki Online!
Yes, Reiki can be taught online. Yes, Source energy passes through the interwebs! We don’t like change. I get it. This is new. We don’t like change. And we don’t like something as sacred and spiritual as Reiki to be adulterated. I have blogged about my philosophy concerning technology-assisted Reiki- I have coined that philosophy… [Read More]
Physical and emotional reactions to essential oils the first time you use
I just read the title of this blog and I sound like a junkie… giving advice for the first time you “use…” Well, I guess I am. This post discusses potential first time essential oil reactions. I am an oily junkie. But I also know that for some of us, the first time we use… [Read More]
Competition can be an awesomely collaborative experience!
Most of my readers here know I am the co-founder of Online Therapy Institute. I want to tell you a little story about competition and collaboration. In 2009 I became acquainted with Dr. Ellen Neiley Ritter who runs The Institute for Life Coach Training. I was approached to extend my expertise in online therapy to the… [Read More]
Emotional Support and Essential Oils
Ever wonder what you can do to get your “sea legs” back after the boat has been tipped over and jossled about? You have heard about being grounded and getting back to center. There are many paths to grounding – meditation, visualization, self-Reiki, yoga, prayer… And with whatever method you choose, you can add essential… [Read More]
What is different about my Reiki Training?
I teach Reiki. I teach Reiki online so that you can learn Reiki online. As the co-founder of Online Therapy Institute, it makes sense I would conduct all aspects of Reiki online or via distance. Reiki training should be accessible to all. I believe that everyone should benefit from Reiki – from source energy- the… [Read More]








