About
I have been on a deep devotional journey of coming home to myself for over a decade..
After years of dissociation, numbing through substances, and struggling to exist in my body, the practice of yoga found me in my early twenties, while deeper body based practices of somatics and energy work found me in my later twenties.
By age 25, I had been in talk therapy for about five years. This was my entry point to deeper self healing work, and I am so grateful for the work I did in that container. It supported me in expanding my mental awareness and helped me practice self acceptance around my trauma, my wounds, my unworthiness stories, and the limiting belief systems I was carrying.
However, for me, it got to a point where I began to feel stuck, like I was running on a hamster wheel, leaving sessions feeling more confused than before. After years of practicing yoga, I wasn't sure what I needed, but I knew I needed something deeper, more whole body focused, and more supportive. I was tired of over intellectualizing in the mind. It felt like I was missing pieces of the puzzle. That's when I met my somatics teacher, shortly after completing my 200 hour yoga teacher training.
These body and energy based modalities helped me understand and process the trauma I was carrying in my body. For me, this part of the process was key in beginning to transmute and release the charge I held around traumatic memories and experiences. Somatics helped me feel more in control of my fear responses. It supported me in expanding my awareness and ability to listen to and communicate with my body's wisdom.
With energy work woven in, I felt my energetic field release density, old stories, and timelines that had been passed on to me from my ancestors. I began to feel more clear and heart centered with myself, others, and the spaces I showed up in.
Through this work, I have felt myself return to living more in the present, living more intuitively with the rhythms of my body, and becoming more embodied after feeling disconnected and dysregulated throughout much of my childhood and into early adulthood.
I aim to hold gentle, compassionate, and sacred space for others to feel seen, supported, and empowered to reclaim and embody their truth and remember their innate wholeness.
I am a unique soul blueprint living in a human body on this planet, at this time - just like you. The spaces I hold are an opportunity to share what I have learned, and continue to learn through my training and continuing education, all of which has helped me return to myself in deeper ways.
I currently offer classes and workshops. Soon, I will also be opening my schedule for group program containers and individual somatic and energy coaching. I have started a waitlist for those who feel ready to do this work. Reach out if you would like to be added.
Training & Background
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200-Hour Registered Yoga Teacher through Yoga Alliance (currently pursuing 300-Hour certification)
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Spiritual Somatic Practitioner Training
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Usui Holy Fire Reiki I & II Certification
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Crystal Bowl & Chakra Sound Healing Certification
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Spiritual Somatics Biofield Tuning Fork Training
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Mentor & Coach
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Co-Facilitator for continuing education program for yoga teachers
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Yoga Styles Taught: Vinyasa · Yin · Gentle · Restorative ·Embodied & Somatic Movement · Traditional Tantra Yoga
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Offerings: private & group session, drop-in classes, events, workshops, festivals & retreats, individual & group programs
I grew up in the green mountains of Vermont and now live on the big island of Hawai'i. I love being in nature, hiking, swimming, reading a good book, connecting and being present with loved ones, and dropping into deep conversations around spiritual philosophy and the wonders of life and the universe.
This work is needed now more than ever, that is becoming more and more apparent.
I am here as a guide, a form of support.
We are not meant to do it alone, but rather walk alongside one another as we each come home to ourselves and the truth that we carry.
I'm on this journey with you.
Testimonials
"Crystal is such a beacon of light and it shines through when she teaches yoga. I have had the pleasure of attending yoga classes with Crystal before she started teaching, so it's been really amazing to also practice yoga with her from this different angle. My favorite part of yoga class with Crystal is the calming energy that she builds in the room, and the fact that I can open myself up to change while in that space. She is so graceful in the way that she guides through a flow of poses and I have always left her classes feeling refreshed, centered and more connected to myself. She always offers modifications to increase or decrease the intensity and depth of any pose making it perfect for all experience levels, ensuring that you can get the most out of your individual practice. She's a sweet soul whom I am so grateful for, and I look forward to sharing many more yoga classes together!"
~ Lexi
"I am always amazed when I come across individuals that exude an energy that is palpable. Crystal is this type of person. Her demeanor is soothing and fosters a relaxing atmosphere. The Reiki treatments she delivers are powerfully energetic and healing all at the same time. Crystal takes the time to understand how your body and mind is feeling before diving into her practice. Although I am typically skeptical at healing that does not involve physical contact I was amazed with the impression that was left on my body and emotions following our session. It is very special experiencing how Crystal can be so in tune with the true nature of another soul through her amazing talents. Thank you Crystal"
~Kevin
"I didn’t know what to expect in my session with Crystal, only having done a few reiki sessions before. Knowing Crystal as an intuitive, kind, soft hearted, and spiritual being, I felt called to work with her this summer. After sharing some thoughts and intentions, I settled in and was led to a very grounded and peaceful head and heart space. The work that we did together was very tangible and any doubts I had about energy work was quickly dispelled as was led through a journey where I felt seen, held, nurtured and was able to release some very toxic energy I’d been holding onto for a very long time. I am so grateful to Chrystal for sharing her beautiful gifts and talents with my. My one wish was that I was geographically closer to Vermont so that I was able to work with Crystal on a more regular basis."
~ Eileen