Your work has been helpful to me beyond words, though I have tried to come up with some: miraculous, Divine healing, light worker, goddess, tour guide to the heavenly plane. I am feeling great benefits from our session. An optimism for being able to see or quiet the interference, mmmm, more awareness of the habits of thought. I felt like a newborn after your session. Wonderfully ignorant and then I recreated the mess, but it is more fluid. Very exciting to see the possibilities.

Brian Smith

Bodyworker

Hi Friend,

I am here for you. I am here to listen, to guide, to support, to inspire - to help you uncover your gifts and radiate your luminosity in the world. I am here to help you figure out what you are doing and why. I am here to help you touch more joy, to cultivate more equanimity and to find more peace.


Ways To Work With Me

Spiritual Coaching

Energy Healing

Online / In-person sessions

In English or Spanish

Investing in personalized spiritual guidance will empower you to overcome roadblocks, find stillness in your mind, and create a consistent practice that fits seamlessly into your daily life. Embark on this transformative journey with Coach Shelly and experience the profound benefits of meditation.

The Journey

Step onto the path of spiritual awakening, where the veil between worlds thins and the mysteries of existence are revealed. As a guide on this quest, I endeavor to help you weave the threads of spirituality into the tapestry of your daily life. My journey began with spiritual curiosity and the cosmos beckoned me to explore the boundless wonders of Buddhism, yoga, plant medicine, literature, energy healing, and writing.

Driven by a thirst for knowledge and a desire to transcend suffering, I have spent countless hours in meditation, exploring the depths of the mind and the body, and basking in the light of conscious awareness. Through the sacred rituals of spiritual practice, my soul has blossomed, and my being has shifted from a state of constant dissatisfaction to one of increasing freedom, peace, happiness, and bliss.

With each breath, I have trained my mind to focus on an object while sustaining an unwavering awareness of the present moment. These practices have gifted me with glimpses of awakening, of nonduality, and of expanded dimensions of self. Each experience has propelled me further down the path of spiritual exploration. Despite moments of fear, uncertainty, and social isolation, I have used these challenges as portals to joy and growth. Every instance of suffering has been the catalyst for a new chapter in my journey, leading me to sustained states of inner peace and joy.

As you embark upon your own journey, know that I am here to help you navigate the mysteries of existence and to embrace the boundless wonder of the universe.

Testimonials

“This is the highlight of my week. I draw on it all week! I have studied meditation and mindfulness with several instructors in the past. Shelly absolutely stood out. Specifically: Her lovely, warm voice always put me immediately into a spot where I could “leave the stress of outside behind” and focus on being present; She has a presence that is friendly and accepting – it keeps me from being self-critical; The practice she used for us was compelling, so I never lost focus; The results I had when I continued to practice meditation throughout the week were reinforcing.” Ellie

“Shelly, You did a terrific job leading meditation at Splendido. You related well to everyone and were able to articulate clearly why we were doing certain exercises and what to expect when we did them. Thanks again, and very best wishes.” Tom Hestwood

Mentors along the way

  • The Luminous Awareness Institute 2-year program & Walking the Path

  • Vortex Healing: Foundational Training, Magical Structures, Sensing

  • Kristin Kirk and AlcheME series

  • Dorothy Rowe Energy Healer

  • Santikaro of Kevala Retreat and Mindfulness with Breathing

  • Geshe Tsulga Kurukula Center FPMT

  • Sera Je Monastery Karnatica, India: Vajrasattva solo retreat

  • Tucson Community Meditation Center TCMC

  • Culadasa and Dharma Treasure

  • Goenka 10 day retreats

  • Numerous silent retreats over 30 years

  • Northwestern University: MA Creative Writing

  • Boston College: MA Spanish Literature

  • Peace Corps: Costa Rica

  • Internship National Rehabilitation Hospital D.C.

  • Kent State: BS Therapeutic Recreation

  • Study abroad: Richmond, College London, Universidad de San Francisco de Quito, Ecuador

  • Being married and divorced

  • Pets

  • Discontent

A few places I have taught workshops & classes.

FEEDBACK from South Tucson After School Emotional Intelligence Mini-Conference

I learned how to listen actively & how to be mindful of not only myself but other people.

I learned how to be a more aware compassionate listener staff/coworker.

I learned that I need to slow down & stop trying to multi-task during a conversation.

Extremely useful for both myself & the population I work with.

On a scale from 1-10, this was a 40.