Practitioners

Why I practice:

After years of searching for resources and practices to help me deal with Complex PTSD from unresolved trauma I was so encouraged to learn about many of the modalities we now offer at The Balanced Stone.  In fact, researching, studying, and gathering these modalities over the last decade and a half is a big part of why we founded our healing center.  I remember thinking, what if it hadn’t taken me 30 years to do this work to heal?  Most of us just don’t know where to look and what is possible.  EMDR, Neurofeedback, Sound Healing, Qigong and Somatic work have all been part of my personal healing journey and have extensive studies behind the efficacy of these modalities on healing trauma in the body.  I have gained so much from my practice with each one and continue to learn and grow as I do.  

Why I teach: 

There was a time in my life where I didn’t know how to survive the coming waves of panic or make it through each 24 hour filled day.  I teach now because I know what it is to be without hope and not know where to look for healing.  It’s very difficult to research when we are in crisis.  That is why I am so passionate about mentoring others in all that is possible in the modalities that we know about today for the healing of trauma.  I am a firm believer that no one knows exactly what is the right next step for you but that as we learn of each new resource, class, or modality we will begin to resonate with what is right for us.  Healing is rarely just one thing.  There is so much wisdom inside of ourselves and tapping into the wisdom of the body is a sacred journey.  

Qualifications: 

I am certified in Sound Healing and near completion in my Integrative Somatic Trauma Therapy certification.  I am also  getting certified for Neurofeedback and our center will be the only one with a Neurofeedback machine available for clinical use in Tooele County.  Still, I feel what qualifies me most to do this work and hold space for others is my own healing journey as a survivor of both physical and sexual violence.   I’m honored to walk this path with you!

EMDR

Why I practice:

I began my therapeutic journey in 2010 when I took my first psychology course at Salt Lake Community College. I wanted to get a look into the world of psychology in hopes of understanding my own past emotional pain and trauma. This foundational course opened my eyes to a world beyond psychology; it opened my heart to a path of healing and growth. While I was shifting my educational path to becoming a Clinical Mental Health Counselor, I observed and learned various forms of mental health modalities that have been scientifically proven to decrease emotional distress and heal from traumatic events. I know how it feels to be stuck in a dark tunnel feeling like there is no way out. Combing my personal therapy journey and educational and professional growth, I have been able to find the light at the end of a very long and dark tunnel. I practice to not only share that light but provide guidance for others to find their own growth and strength within their own dark tunnels.

Why I teach:

I was an intern as Salt Lake Behavioral Health in the Military Trauma Rehab program. What I came to understand is others share the same curiosity mind as I did. “Why do I think this way… Why do I respond this way…Why do I keep doing the same things over and over again even though I know its not good for me?” Psychoeducation is powerful tool that allows individuals to gain insight into these questions. Teaching others these skills and knowledge spreads power of awareness and gives everyone the chance to help others when they start to ask the same questions.

Qualifications:

I’ve obtained a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Walden University. During my Internship at Salt Lake Behavioral Health, I became trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing), Schema, CPT (Cognitive Processing Therapy), CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), Seeking Safety (modality used to address dual diagnosis of substance/chemical dependence and trauma) Motivational Interviewing, and DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy). Since 2017, I have gained extensive experience working with those diagnosed with PTSD, many forms of addictions, Personality Disorders, anxiety, depression and addressing various forms of maladaptive behavior responses.

Foot Zoning

Why I Practice: I fell in love with Foot Zoning after struggling with years of anxiety/panic attacks and then battling Postpartum Depression after my first child was born. I had tried many things to help, with little success. I walked into my first Foot Zone appointment feeling lost, anxious, tense, and full of bottled up emotions that were taking a toll on my mind and body. When I walked out of the appointment, I felt lighter, I had mental clarity, and I felt like I’d released a huge weight off my shoulders. Most of all though, I felt empowered.

Why I Teach: As a result of having regular Foot Zone Therapy, I began experiencing amazing benefits and positive changes in my life physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. I felt compelled to start a new journey. I wanted to combine my passion for helping people and my fascination with the human body to support others on their own journey to heal and restore themselves.

Qualifications: I became a Certified Foot Zone Practitioner through We Do Feet Seminars in 2020. I have training in the use of essential oils, muscle testing, and energy work. I have also gained extensive knowledge of anatomy and physiology through continuing education over the past 12 years, as well as hands on experience working as a Master Esthetician for the past 9 years.

Sound Healing 

Why I practice:  

Originally I was drawn to learning more about sound healing because of how it helped my wife in her healing journey both emotionally and physically.  I noticed that I felt happier when I began to learn how to do sound treatments and had an opportunity to serve her.  Serving her in this way was serving me.  So we sought out training to learn more.

Why I teach:

The more I learn about sound the more I love helping others.  I especially love the drum and the tie back to my heritage in ceremony and healing.  I love to work on all types of leather work so learning about the drum, how it is strung and the symbolism behind it all inspire me to share this love with others.  I love to participate in our sound baths because it is a way I can contribute and serve others in my community.  

Qualifications: 

I certified as a Sound Treatment Practitioner in 2021 and am enjoying the process of practicing and learning more as I witness other’s healing.    

Accunect and Reiki

Why I practice:  

I’m a registered nurse by trade, but have been benefiting from and healing with energy work for over a decade. I found that people had physical symptoms that were sometimes elusive to the western medical world. In my own healing journey, I learned that emotional and spiritual blocks can cause physical symptoms. I started training in energy work so that I could better assist others in their healing journeys. I currently use both Accunect and Reiki in my energy work practice. From a western medicine perspective, I’m well trained in anatomy and physiology, and combined with my training in eastern healing modalities, I get to see them come together and work for better balance overall on all levels: Body, Mind, and Spirit.

Why I teach:

What is Accunect? Accunect is an energy healing modality based in traditional Chinese medicine, neuroscience, Quantum physics, and tapping techniques that help bring the body, mind, and spirit back into balance. All of us have beliefs and experiences that shape who we are and how we view the world around us, as well as how we view ourselves. Some of these beliefs and emotions can become “stuck” and are no longer serving us. They can cause not only emotional and spiritual imbalances, but can cause physical symptoms as well. Using the Accunect Health Map, I use intuition and muscle testing to find what areas within you that are ready to be balanced, and am able to find emotions, memories, and beliefs that may be stuck and causing disharmony within the body, mind, and/or spirit. Bringing awareness to these areas, I use tapping techniques to shift that energy to come back into better balance and tap into your body’s own innate healing abilities.  Reiki is used to ease anxiety and stress, and promotes relaxation and healing of both physical and emotional imbalances.

Qualifications: 

Accunect Connect, Accunect Body, Accunect Mind, Accunect Energies. Usui Reiki Master 

I am currently working on my holistic nurse certification.

Energy Work

Why I practice:  

Hello friends! I am a Inner Matrix Systems (IMS) Certified Energy Practitioner and owner of Heart Centered Energy. After years of struggling with anxiety and my mental health, I received many positive benefits from practicing emotional state training, meditation, and receiving energy sessions. My panic attacks were occurring significantly less with time and I gained a sense of control over myself and anxiety that I had not experienced prior. Through my training, I have learned how to come to my heart center and operate from a love-based state no matter my outside circumstances, it has changed my reality. From how I show up with loved ones, in my community, and most importantly myself. I believe for us to be of service to others and to have a positive impact, it has to start with our own journey from within.

Why I teach:

I have always valued being a safe space that others can come to and feel seen and heard. My energy journey began as a series of small but significant synchronicities throughout my early 20’s that lead me to a defining moment. I attended a weekend program where, in a very profound way, I was able to hold unconditional space for someone else and everything shifted for me. Because of this experience, I knew I had to sign up for the energy practitioner program so I could share this unconditional care with others, in a real tangible way. Ever since then I have been on a path of self growth and service. I would love the opportunity to show up for you and hold space during a session.

Qualifications: 

I started my extensive energy training course in 2020 with IMS. With the guidance of a trainer I completed 100 hours of energy sessions on clients, meditated daily, practiced my own internal energy practice weekly, attended multiple emotion state training weekends, and received my energy certification in 2021. I regularly attend emotion state training weekends and I continue my internal trainings to keep myself aligned and balanced to hold space for others.