QUALIFICATIONS:
Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing (in progress, Fairfield University, CT)
Master of Arts in Teaching (University of Memphis)
Bachelor of Arts in Literature (University of Tennessee, Knoxville)
Licensed Massage Therapist (Tennessee School of Massage)
Certified Master level Reiki Practitioner (Levels 1 & 2, Shanti Free | Levels 3, Master & Teacher, Lisa Powers)
Certified Master level Heart-Centered Reiki Practitioner (Leslie Paramore)
Certified Master level Kundalini Reiki Practitioner (Berardino Nardella)
Level 3 Breathwork Healer (David Elliott)
Certified Hypnosis Practitioner (Ron Eslinger, Healthy Visions)
Certified Meditation Teacher (School of Positive Transformation)
Certified Holistic Health & Wellness Coach (Homayoun Sadeghi, MD)
Journal Therapy Diploma (Centre of Excellence)
Certified Therapeutic Art Coach (Transformation Academy)
200 Kundalini Yoga Teaching Training (in progress, Yogamu)
A PORTAL WITHIN YOURSELF:
“Rachel’s healing sessions are like keys to a portal within yourself. She has such a gentle touch and powerful energy all at the same time. She helps me reach my own wisdom within through her guidance and clearing of blocks. So thankful for this empress and her various healing modalities. ”
A NURTURED GUIDANCE TOWARD HEALING.
“Rachel worked with me in a circular breathing exercise to calm my anxiety in the height of the pandemic. She was attentive, calming, and able to read me—even though we were in different states and meeting via Zoom—which allowed for a nurtured guidance toward healing. After my time spent with Rachel, I was able to let things go that I hadn’t even realized I had been holding onto, and I no longer felt blocked or constrained in the way I had before.”
Rachel is a writer, holistic practitioner, and creative educator who splits her time between East Tennessee, the California desert, and New Orleans.
Her work explores the fertile crossroads of creative and therapeutic writing, somatic practices, and mindful expression, empowering others to overcome artistic blocks and nurture a balanced body, mind, and spirit.
In her work as Breath Practitioner, Therapeutic Writing Coach and Tarot Reader, Rachel offers intuitive guidance that blends artistic insight with personal transformation.
As a Fora Travel Advisor, she shares her passion for purposeful journeys, and she is also the founder of Wanderslut—a vibrant wellness and travel community for women dedicated to celebrating self-care, exploration, and healing.
Her poetry and travel writing have appeared in numerous online and print publications, and she serves as an assistant editor for Brevity Magazine. Rachel is currently pursuing her MFA in creative writing with a dual specialty in nonfiction/fiction.
—WHAT OTHERS ARE SAYING—
AN OUT OF BODY EXPERIENCE:
“My first session with Rachel was an out of a body experience. It was something very unexpected. I felt a sense of peace and release that I so desperately needed. I left feeling lighter in a euphoric daze that lasted well into the night. It’s nothing I ever expected and I can’t wait to experience it again. She is gentle, her energy is powerful and beautiful. She is very professional, extremely knowledgeable around her craft, and she really listens to your needs. ”
A SAFE SPACE TO QUIET MY MIND.
“I had been trying to wrap my head around a solution to a problem for months. During our session the answer came to me and I was able to put it into practice right away. Just having the safe space to quiet my mind and reflect was everything.”
THAT FEELING STAYED WITH ME FOR THE FOLLOWING MONTHS TO COME.
“Rachel has a gift without a doubt! I was fortunate to do a long distance reiki session with her and then a breath session a few weeks later. Her ability to calm my heart and lessen my anxiety was incredible! That feeling stayed with me for the following months to come. Her breath work aided in my quest to be able to calm myself on demand. I highly recommend her sessions and can’t wait to book another.”