MY PATH
Let’s Get To Know One Another
Hello. I’m Andrea.
And I know what it’s like to have your pain be so great, you’ll try anything to make it stop.
Growing up, I experienced physical, emotional, and sexual abuse. I am a survivor of rape. I had an abortion at 19 and became a single mother at age 23. I have two DUIs and have also spent time in jail. I’ve navigated anorexia nervosa, addiction, chronic depression, a suicide attempt, and Graves Disease. And that’s just part of my highlight reel…
I have lifetime experience with Cluster B Personality Group, and High Conflict Personality Disorder (HCP’s) deriving from my family of origin.
I also have extensive professional experience with mental health disorders, as well as how your attachment style impacts your adult relationships.
I only share these intimate details with you so you know where I come from and how far I’ve come in this lifetime.
This is how I hold the lantern for you—with compassion, humility, honesty, grace and a deep understanding and awareness. If you’ve experienced it, more than likely I have too. I’m here to witness, protect and guide you, provide you incredible tools, and help you through your own experience.
When I say I understand your sadness, grief, shame, pain and anger, I do. When I say that I understand how your trauma and experiences have affected your choices and all the relationships in your life, I do. I also know how to find the courage to overcome the unthinkable.
My goal is to empower you to feel incredible and live a life you love. I will meet you where you are on your path and help guide you toward authenticity, freedom, and joy. Together, we will gain breakthroughs and clarity in your relationships, career, and health that you can carry with you each day of your life.
Having the ability to go toward other people’s suffering at such a deep level has also allowed me to go toward my own. I absolutely love what I do.
My journey into the healing arts began in 2001 with the teachings of Rudolf Steiner at the Center for Anthroposophy, where I was pursuing a High School Teaching credential. I was first drawn to a holistic view of mind, body, and spirit. In 2014, I became a DoTerra Wellness Consultant, deepening my botanical knowledge and expanding my expertise in therapeutic essential oils. This same year, I was attuned to Pranashakthi Mahavidya Level One, empowering me to alleviate suffering in others while strengthening my own energy field.
In 2016, I embarked on studying the Shamanic Wheel with Rising Fire of Portland, Oregon, integrating indigenous-centered shamanic practices that continue to shape my work. During this period, I also completed my Reiki training, progressing through Reiki I, II, and eventually becoming a Reiki Master and Master Teacher. Alongside these studies, I attended The Landmark Forum, the Advanced Course, and the Self-Expression & Leadership Program and worked closely with Brent Charleton, MA LMFT, to deepen my understanding of Gestault, Experiential, and Trauma Psychology models.
The following year, I joined a Lightworkers Mentorship with Master Reiki teacher Tara Rose and was attuned to Quan Yin’s Compassion Light Ray, further cultivating my commitment to compassion-centered healing. Additionally, I attended a Vibration Activation Workshop with Andy Dooley, from tut.com, expanding my practice in vibrational awareness.
In 2018, I continued my journey by studying intuitive healing under the director of The School of Intuitive Living. This work helped me channel my natural intuitive gifts safely, allowing me to clear energy both for myself and for clients. My studies in 2019 extended to Theta Healing and Marconics, and in 2020, I further developed my abilities to channel energy, adding new tools to my practice.
In 2021, I completed a Master’s Program in Trauma Treatment through NICABIM, where I gained comprehensive training in trauma-informed practices. Building on this foundation, I became certified in trauma-informed care and harm reduction in 2023 and earned credentials as a Peer Wellness Specialist, Peer Support Specialist, and Substance Abuse Prevention Skills. These certifications have enabled me to support individuals with deepened compassion and professional expertise across trauma and recovery. This powerful evolution has guided me into the realm of Trauma-Informed Spirituality, transforming my role from a “Psychic Cheerleader” to a PsychoSpiritual Practitioner, where I can honor the deep connection between mental health and spiritual well-being.
Currently, I am pursuing a Master’s in Counseling and Addiction at Lewis and Clark College, with plans to become a licensed Professional Mental Health Counselor and Certified Drug and Alcohol Counselor by 2029. This journey is the culmination of years of healing and personal growth, enriching my dedication to creating a balanced, inclusive space for growth, transformation, and multidimensional healing.
I believe that by continually investing in new experiences, we allow ourselves the opportunity to respond to ordinary adversity in extraordinary ways.