Communities I Serve:All ages, All genders with a focus on women, All religions, Native American, Latino/a, Veterans, LGBTQIA+, Non-Traditional Relationships
Languages:English, Spanish
Bio: My love is supporting people to grow in their Self-awareness and walk the road of healing to transform trauma & pain into superpowers. My own long and winding road has been just that kind of transformational journey. Originally from Madison, Wisconsin, I've lived the last 12 years in Colorado where I hide out from the extreme temperatures of my childhood and soak up the sun almost every day!
My current focus in working with people is to support the Autonomic Nervous System (ANS) to return to a healthy, regulated state that is capable of meeting life's inevitable challenges. Through a combination of gentle bodywork, dialogue and movement uniquely tailored to each client, the ANS gradually and sustainably returns to its naturally resilient state. In this way I am able to address a wide range of symptoms and dis-eases and often witness "miraculous" healing. In addition to relating directly with the body and mind, I find it vital to connect with the wilderness often. The mountains, forest and desert teach me and nourish me deeply.
Education & Professional Trainings: Applied Kinesiology & Internal Family Systems (IFS), 2022-Present (Currently in training) Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy (BCST), Colorado School of Energy Studies, Boulder CO, 2013-2015 Teaching Assistant of Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy, Colorado School of Energy Studies, 2016-2018 Verbal Skills (Polarity Life Coach) Training, Colorado School of Energy Studies, 2016-2017 BA in Chemistry, Williams College, 2009 Concentrations in Environmental Studies & Latin American Studies, Williams College, 2009 Working with Babies, Colorado School of Energy Studies, 2015 Embryology with Jap van der Waal, Colorado School of Energy Studies, 2014 Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), Williams College, 2009
Cara Gildar, CranioSacral Therapist & Ortho-Bionomy® Practitioner
Specialties:Pain, Stress, Injuries, Accidents, Pre- and Post-Surgery, Chronic Conditions
Communities I Serve:Adults & children
Languages:English
Professional Trainings: IAHP Medallion Member,. Society of Ortho-Bionomy® Associate Member
Laurel Schafer, Acudetox Provider
Contact: (970) 318-1341
Certifications: AAT, Acudetox Provider
Specialties:Pain, Addiction, Stress and Anxiety Support
Communities I Serve:Four Corners
Languages:English, Spanish
Professional Trainings: Peoples Organization of Community Acupuncture
Bio: Laurel holds a key role in Montezuma County's Public Health Agency’s Community Health Assessments and Community Health Improvement Planning to ensure that they are properly serving the needs of Montezuma County.
Laurel is a person with lived experience, and she is passionate about the power of resiliency as well as alternative treatments to support one’s journey to recovery and healing. Laurel was born and raised in the Four Corners area. She attributes her success to the power of resiliency and determination. She is passionate about her community and behavioral health issues.
Laurel is a newly certified Acudetox provider and is looking forward to serving her community by providing this supportive treatment. Acudetox is an auricular therapy that helps to regulate the body’s internal organs, structures and functions. It has been used for thousands of years in traditional Chinese medicine and can help treat various health issues including pain reduction, addiction, weight loss, stress and anxiety. Acupuncture is based on the theory that your health depends on the flow of energy in your body. This energy travels along invisible pathways, known as meridians. A blocked or disrupted flow can have negative effects on your physical and mental health. Treatments aim to restore the flow by resolving any blockages or disruptions. Acudetox is not intended to be the only source of treatment but as a compliment to your journey in healing.