I have many pursuits, led by my advocacy for our planet, specific to the preservation of sacred trees and sustainable, responsible harvesting of plants. It is my intent to share a level of enthusiasm for these amazing plants and their medicine that offers deep healing on the emotional, energetic and physical planes. 

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My professional platform for learning began in social services as an advocate, counselor and educator. I left the field in 2016, to pursue a license as a natural esthetician and fell in love with plants and the science behind botanical ingredients. Working hands on with botanicals led to a deeper curiosity about plants and I continued studies in Aromatherapy, where I completed a level one certification. Certification includes 265 hours of in-person education, supervised case studies, tests and research. In 2019, I became certified in death midwifery to deepen my understanding of the death process, so I might extend aromatic and sensory support towards end of life and for those grieving. In fall 2022, I became an ordained Animist Minister. 

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As a minister, I focus on deepening my relationship with the unseen, as well as with our living relatives in plants and animals. I teach workshops that focus on building relationships with ceremonial plants, while using their bodies sensitively and sustainably. I am available to provide ceremonial support and hold sacred space for rituals and rites of passage.

 

The services I've cultivated focus on using our senses for Selfcare. With a background in counseling, I have an informed understanding of trauma and healing emotional wounds. As an aromatherapist and licensed esthetician, I formulate custom products that support balance with mind body and spirit. 

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I am also an amateur photographer and a published writer/illustrator. The Adventures of Avery Finn, features three stories for humans who love animals. Books are available in print internationally & through popular book retailers. Audio recordings can be found on YouTube @adventuresofaveryfinn. ​​

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I invite you to check out my resource page if you seek information about animism, spirituality, science & energetics, death, grief, ecology & or aromatherapy. You will also find resources addressing systemic oppression and endangered plant species.  I am rooted in the belief that we humans can use our hands for healing, instead of power over and violence. I encourage dialogue and exploration because it is through shared stories and love that we are all related.

 

Healing our planet begins by quieting and listening to our inner self. While learning practices of selfcare, we begin to understand compassion by caring for our Self and for each other. ​