Hi, I'm Melissa Brown

I am 38 years old and I was initiated into motherhood 16 years ago when I gave birth to my son, Zane. We have two female cats; Poppi radiant in gold fur and sleek baby Ami in black!

I am certified as a professional Cosmetologist, trained birth Doula and Registered Yoga Instructor (RYT 200). I claim my capabilities as an Intuitive Energy Practitioner in a broader sense having been certified in Reiki with life’s experience showing me many ways to support myself with differing systems.

I primarily value well & wise authenticity, integrity, vulnerability, boundaries and connection between human beings and I love to foster these experiences.

Throughout my life, I have confronted significant personal health challenges, including arthritis, chronic pain, two herniated cervical discs, a shoulder surgery, adrenal fatigue, C-PTSD, and a death experience that I miraculously returned from — all stemming from extensive trauma and abuse. When I found it was possible that conventional Western medical approaches like talk therapy and prescription medications could exacerbate my symptoms, my body guided me toward holistic healing modalities; specifically yoga and energy work.
 
Yoga transformed my life by enabling me to work through accumulated anxiety, depression and addiction. Ultimately it empowered me to develop self-control, practice moderation and live without leaning heavily on prescription medications and daily compulsive behaviors for relief. I understand that this path involves fluctuating experiences; including moments of bliss and challenge. My core philosophy is that each individual carries a profound inner light that serves as their own greatest teacher. In teaching yoga, my role is to help you rediscover and reconnect with this fundamental truth in a playful, supportive, non-competitive environment.