Embrace Balance: The Power of Energy Healing in Unsettling Times

Embrace Balance: The Power of Energy Healing in Unsettling Times

In today’s rapidly changing world, stress, anxiety, and emotional fatigue have become part of everyday life. Many are seeking deeper healing beyond the surface—a return to balance, peace, and wholeness. This is where energy healing practices like Reiki and Shiatsu offer powerful, restorative support (activating the parasympathetic nervous system by channeling “Universal Life Force” to unblock stagnant, low vibration energy within the body).

At Sonoma Moons Healing Center in Occidental, California, we believe that healing is so much more than just stress relief—it's a journey back to your most authentic self. With over 30 years of expertise in the healing arts, our founder has curated a unique fusion Reiki energy healing, traditional Shiatsu therapy, therapeutic massage, and holistic spa treatments to create transformative wellness experiences for couples and individuals.

redwoods in west sonoma county offer a peaceful retreat for a reset.

Whether you're navigating emotional overwhelm, physical discomfort, or spiritual fatigue, this integrative approach supports deep energetic realignment and renewal. Nestled in the coastal redwoods of West Sonoma County, this new healing sanctuary is a place to rest, reset, and reconnect with your inner vitality.

energy healing offers a profound grounding experience, a “reset”, calling upon “universal life force” to help unblock low vibration energy trapped in the body.

Now more than ever, self-care is not a luxury—it's essential. Discover the profound benefits of energy healing and allow yourself to be held in a space where your well-being is the priority.

Experience true healing at Sonoma Moons Healing Center—Occidental’s destination for holistic renewal. Pair this experience with an overnight stay at a local Inn or lodge within walking distance for a self-care getaway.

Book your personalized session today and start your journey back to balance.

Slow Travel Itinerary for Couples: Reset together at Sonoma Moons Healing Center in Occidental, CA

Reiki couples relaxation at Sonoma moons healing center, nestled in the coastal redwoods of Sonoma County, california

In today's fast-paced world, more couples are embracing the slow travel trend—seeking deeper connection and shared experiences over rushed itineraries. For those craving meaningful moments together, Sonoma Moons Healing Center in the charming town of Occidental, California, offers a perfect escape.

A Signature Sonoma County Experience

signature sonoma county experience for couples swaigned to facilitate a meaningful pause together.

Tucked in the heart of wine country, Sonoma Moons specializes in restorative wellness experiences designed for couples. The highlight? Mellow Mates – Signature Couples Relaxation Session—a deeply intentional experience for two people— combining:

Sonoma County signature experience—a one of a kind ouples relaxation session

• Japanese Energy Healing (Reiki & Shiatsu) to clear blocked energy, both individually and between partners

• Mindfulness Practices that bring couples into deeper presence with each other

• Thai Massage with Assisted Stretching to promote relaxation and flow

• Spa Treatments to soothe and restore

couples session starts with tea service featuring locally sourced herbal tea blends.

This curated session is ideal for couples at any stage— before moving in together, before marriage, before baby, post-baby, or even empty nesters—offering time to pause, reconnect, and realign—with a reboot to your whole system (mentally, physically, spiritually, emotionally and energetically).

Make It a “Slow Travel” Itinerary

Start your Sonoma County getaway on a summer Thursday—for better lodging rates + a local farmer’s market not to miss.

Begin with a shared wellness experience…a couples session at Sonoma Moons to set the tone for relaxation & presence on this journey together…

followed by a stroll through the Occidental Farmers Market (May through October), then wander through this charming town’s quaint shops and galleries.

Stay at a cozy local inn, (check out The Inn at Occidental,

with a wine bar & spacious guest rooms with fireplaces, large soaking tubs & private balconies (walking distance to Sonoma Moons, Farmer’s Market and shops).

Grab dinner to go from the Farmer’s market and head to the coast (a short scenic drive on epic Colman Valley Road to Hwy 1, for a sunset picnic on one of the many Sonoma Coast beaches…

or, enjoy a farm to table dinner—check out Hazel Restaurant in Occidental (without driving anywhere) and embrace a slower pace… with an after dinner stroll back to the cozy Inn.

sunset picnic on sonoma coast overlooking Goat rock

By combining wellness, nature, and authentic local charm, this slow travel itinerary delivers more than just a getaway—it’s a shared journey designed to strengthen your connection on all levels.

Relaxation Techniques for Pregnancy - Deep Breathing to get calm

Just Breathe

Sounds silly I know, but often, when I’m stressed...
I forget to breathe, or notice that my breathing is shallow. 

Want an easy way to reduce stress and anxiety?

 Deep breathing....and guess what? It’s free! 

In addition to helping get calm in everyday life...

deep breathing provides more oxygen to baby during pregnancy 

and will come in handy during labor (for you both)! 

Begin by paying attention to your breathing.

Conscious Breathing

-Place one hand on your chest and the other hand on your low belly. 

- Don’t force it. Just be aware...
of your inhalation and your exhalation. 

- By just observing...
your breathing will slow down and deepen. 

Unlocking Wellness: The Transformative Power of Energy Healing

learn to unblock energetic pathways -restoring your chi- UNIVERSAL LIFE FORCE ENERGY

In today's fast-paced world, finding effective ways to maintain wellness and balance is more important than ever. One of the most transformative practices gaining popularity is energy healing. This holistic approach focuses on restoring harmony to the body's energy systems—promoting deep relaxation and improving MIND, BODY SPIRIT well-being.

Energy healing has been around for thousands of years and used in many cultures. It activates the body’s subtle energy systems to remove blocks. Over time, stress, trauma and painful emotions, can cause energy to get stuck effecting your overall well-being. Energy healing helps unblock the body's energetic pathways. It helps support your natural healing process (parasympathetic nervous system).

Methods such as Reiki, Shiatsu, crystal healing, acupuncture and chakra balancing work with the energy fields that surround and run through our bodies. By clearing blockages and optimizing the flow of energy, these practices help with relaxation, stress reduction, and enhance overall vitality.

Reiki, is a spiritual guided Japanese healing method used for clearing chakras (energy centers in the body). An attuned Reiki Master channels “univeral life force” (energy), by hovering or lightly placing hands on the chakras.

Shiatsu is a Japanese bodywork technique based on traditional Chinese medicine —using gentle finger pressure for clearing meridians (energetic pathways in the body). Think of a meridian as a road, that has a traffic jam (blocked energy). Shiatsu helps to unblock the “traffic” and restore the flow. —The word "shiatsu" literally translates to "finger pressure" from the Japanese words "shi" (finger) and "atsu" (pressure)—

Acupuncture a traditional Chinese medicine practice using thin needles—inserting into specific points on the body for medical therapy.

rose quartz & amethyst - for crystal healing during a session with mellow mommy

Crystal healing utilizes the unique properties of crystals to balance and realign energy. Each crystal has its own vibrational frequency, which can influence different aspects of our health.

Incorporating energy healing into your wellness routine can offer profound benefits. Whether you're seeking relief from chronic stress, or looking to enhance your emotional strength, or simply wanting to explore new avenues for self-care, energy healing provides a pathway to greater harmony and well-being.

Give it a try! Explore the world of energy healing. Discover how these ancient practices can enhance your life and experience the profound effects of aligning your energy for a healthier, more balanced you.

reiki instruction at a family getaway in sonomA County, California

Stay tuned, upcoming blog… sharing easy Reiki Self-Care techniques for daily stress reduction & to share with family. If you’d like in person training, check out my fun “hands-on” private and group classes - available as an “add-on” to a Sonoma County getaway.

coming soon! :-)

Working on blog now… to bring mamas inspiration for STAYING ALIGNED! :-)

…and on the path that leads to a purposeful, joyful family life.

In the meantime… Get CLEAR of what you want!

What does your ideal family life look like to you?

Set an intention… STARTING TODAY!