About us

Mariana

Julia

We, Julia and Mariana, met when we were beginning our healing journeys. We shared similar histories of growing up suffering from anxiety, depression, shame, and self-loathing - not knowing what was wrong or how to make our way out of the darkness. Externally, we seemed well-adjusted by societal standards, maintaining friendships and jobs in the corporate world, but internally we felt broken, lost, and fearful.

Soon after meeting, we were guided to explore IFS therapy, plant medicine journeys, and shamanic healing. These modalities ignited a process of transformation which allowed us to tend to our deepest wounds and step into our authentic power. Through this process, it became clear that we shared a calling to support others with their healing.  We set off together on a path towards our dream, to create a space where those who are suffering can connect with their inner healer and reclaim their wisdom, power, and authenticity.

We began training in the modalities that were most impactful to our healing. We also devoted ourselves to cultivating the qualities needed to create a safe healing container. We continue to be committed to our own healing, tending to any material that may impact the client/practitioner relationship. We strive to create a space where the client can be held in safety, love, and compassion as they explore the shadowy corners of their being. We hold true that the client is the expert on their own experience and that we are not the “healers”; our role is to create the container that allows their innate healing to unfold within.

We are grateful to live in community with loved ones and fur babies (2 dogs and 4 cats). In our free time, we enjoy playing with our animals, tending to our plants, reading, spending quality time with friends and family, and watching cheesy TV.

Trainings

Julia and Mariana have completed the Level 1 Internal Family Systems training through the IFS Institute, Levels 1, 2 & Master Reiki Training, the INELDA End-of-Life Doula course and over 3 years of shamanic healing study.

Julia and Mariana give thanks to all those who have helped them on their path, with special thanks to their teachers Julie Jacobs, Betsy Bergstrom, and Marianne Striech.