The Reiki Center 

As a collaborative of natural wellness practitioners, we believe all individuals deserve access to healing services and we volunteer to provide those services. We are committed to ethically providing complementary wellness services and education in partnership with organizations that provide advocacy and education towards improving the health of their target populations.

Linda Haley, R.M.T., is the Executive Director and founder of The Reiki Center. She is a Reiki Master in the traditional Japanese method, an Advanced CranioSacral therapist, and creator of Guided Release, a technique which gently releases deep memories and emotions.

Melody Lynn Jenkins, Reiki Master, is a licensed and ordained Minister with 41 years' experience studying world religions, metaphysical science, and the field of complementary medicine. As a Claircognizant, she is a gifted intuitive Seer and Healer. Melody is known as a Völva, which is a female practitioner of Runic Shamanism. She has been studying the Runes for 26 years and is proficient in reading the Runes and Runic Tarot. Melody is also a Certified Moonologer and focuses on Moon Phase specific aspects of Astrological Readings for manifestation and release. Melody received her BA in Sociology from The Ohio State University and her MA in Metaphysical Sciences from the University of Sedona & Metaphysics, where she is currently studying for a Doctorate Degree. Melody is an Intuitive Counselor, the developer of the IlluminAura Restorative Experience and also offers Past Life Regression.

Kaye is a Reiki Master and Animal Reiki practitioner at The Reiki Center. She teaches Reiki and animal Reiki classes, manages the Animal Wellness Program here and has 20+ years of pet rescue and dog training experience. Kaye also volunteers in the Stone Soup Project helping people and animals.

Kelly Bisson earned her Reiki Master level in 2011. She has been a practitioner of Vibrational Therapy with tuning forks * since 2009. In 2015 she was certified as an Advanced Medical Intuitive after completing training under Tina M. Zion.

Jeanette Collins graduated in 2015 from The Institute of Holistic Health Careers with a specialty in Ayurvedic Elemental Polarity Reflexology. She is certified as a Holistic Health Coach, Corporate Wellness Coach, and is an Advanced Reiki Practitioner. This style of Reflexology is integrating the ancient art of Ayurvedic Reflexology with modern energetic principals of Polarity, and is based on the concept of balancing the inter-relationship of the five elements: Ether, Air Fire, Water and Earth. Reflexology is suited for all ages and many conditions.

Joseph Floyd is an Advanced Reiki practitioner and a graduate of the Reiki Internship Program through The Reiki Center. He has taken crystal class courses on healing and sacred geometry from the late Metaphysician Ken Harsh as well as studied with other crystal healers. Joseph is a Certified Cedar Medicine Carrier, and enjoyed learning about shamanism and nature based healing. He makes wire wrapped jewelry healing tools for the healing of humanity.

Katharine enjoys working with clients from all paths of life. She has a gift of being able to meet people wherever they are on their path and nurture their ability to heal and create balance. She is a Certified Access Consciousness Bars Practitioner and Facilitator, Access Consciousness Facelift Practitioner, Access Consciousness Body Process Practitioner, Reiki Master, Oneness Deeksha Giver, and Golden Orb Meditator. Katharine is experienced in working with clients facing addictions, PTSD, money and wealth blockages, and those seeking spiritual growth. She enjoys traveling, hiking and camping with her husband and children. She can often be found in the company of the greatest Zen Masters on earth, her cats.

Mary Jo Burkhard is an Usui Reiki Master through The Reiki Center and a practitioner of integrated craniosacral therapy (iCST) with training through Touch Education. She channels Chardon, a collective cosmic energy, who serves as a bridge to connect us to the wider universe for the purpose of conveying guidance, wisdom, and love. Mary Jo is also a Master Practitioner with the Centre for Holding Space and an intuitive empath who stays grounded through tai chi, qigong, micropoetry, art, and connections to nature.

José is a Reiki Master in the traditional Usui Shiki Ryoho system. Jose decided to start studying Reiki in 1989 because of his interest in Eastern philosophy and alternative ways of restoring energy balance in a non-invasive way. Jose seeks to restore the client's energies to a state of balance on the physical, emotional, and spiritual levels, thereby enhancing his/her own natural ability to heal. Jose is ready to welcome all members of the Hispanic / Latino community to the practice of Reiki. José es Maestro de Reiki en el sistema tradicional Usui Shiki Ryoho. José decidió empezar en 1989 a estudiar Reiki debido a su interés en la filosofía oriental y las formas alternativas de restaurar el equilibrio energético de una manera no invasiva. José busca restaurar las energías del cliente a un estado de equilibrio en los niveles físico, emocional y espiritual, mejorando así su propia capacidad natural de curarse. José espera dar pronto la bienvenida a todos los miembros de la comunidad Hispana/Latina a la práctica del Reiki.

Kelley Mitchell is a QHHT® Regression Specialist, Reiki Master and an Intuitive Channel who specializes in helping you find your key to unlocking your connection to deeper levels of ease, freedom, and joy. She believes that all answers truly lie within. When Kelley is not at The Reiki Center, she is spending time with her husband and four daughters. Kelley also loves spending time in nature and most days of the week is taking in the outdoors with their dog Hunter.

April Henricks is a Reiki Master and passionate about lifting others' spirits and vibrations through Reiki. She is a mother of four young adults that live with her and her husband of thirty years. She loves to laugh, spend time in nature, practice Tai Chi, animals of any kind, and art in all it's various and wonderfully different forms and mediums.

Scott Mathis, originally from Indianapolis, began his Reiki journey in 1997 and became a non-traditional Reiki Master in 1998. In 2012, he embarked on a path to recertify with The Reiki Center to experience the traditional Usui training and eventually become a Reiki Master in 2016. Scott is very grateful to volunteer with the monthly Free Reiki Clinics as it allows him to give back in service to his community. Scott has spent most of his life exploring different Western spiritual philosophies and earth-based traditions. He is an adept in the Lineage of King Salomon where he is studying Hermetics and several healing modalities. As a certified Life Activation Practitioner through the Modern Mystery School, Scott is providing this expansive activation process to clients.

Shina Hereford is a surgical and Certified Instrument Tech for over 19 yrs. She is also an Usui Reiki Master through The Reiki Center. She loves to volunteer at the Center's non-profit organization, Stone Soup Project, the Free Reiki Clinic and other volunteering programs throughout Central Ohio. In her down time she enjoys spending time with family outdoors, watching movies and cooking.

Claudia Oltman-Dutton was born and raised in Brazil. Immersed in the culture of natural healing practices and a deep love and respect for crystals, animals, plants and supernatural beings. She studied three years of Psychology at FMU in São Paulo before moving to the US in 1998. Claudia started her Reiki journey at the Reiki Center in 2018 going through Reiki I, II, internship, apprenticeship and Master training and now specializes in Shamanic Reiki and Egg cleanses. Claudia loves to volunteer through the Stone Soup Project where she started volunteering in 2019 at the VA Hospital. She currently volunteers at the Free Reiki Clinic, Ronald McDonald House and National Church Residences. Claudia believes that we are all healers and our job on this planet is to improve the lives of those we come in contact with, while also allowing them to improve ours; we are all teachers and students in constant growth through knowledge and experience.

Rebecca Dunaway, CMPE, is an Advanced Reiki Practitioner, a Certified Meditation Guide and HeartMath Trainer and Coach. Serving as a medical practice executive for over 30 years, Rebecca has developed an understanding of the importance of stress management, relaxation, resilience, and living each day with increased ease. Her concern and care for the health of healthcare and all its caretakers was a driving force for her pursuit to become a certified HeartMath Trainer and Coach as well as continuing her own personal growth and education, becoming an Advanced Reiki Practitioner and Certified Meditation Guide. Like most healthcare professionals, dealing with the after-effects of the pandemic, staffing shortages, increased regulatory demands, and functioning in over-care led to anxiety, overwhelm, and the side effects of burnout. Depleted at the end of the day, there was little energy left to joyfully pursue family, friends, and hobbies. Utilizing Reiki, Meditation, and HeartMath has given her renewed energy to engage in daily activities with greater appreciation, ease, and coherence. Creating energetic space for more time with family, friends, and amazing grandson Ben. Rebecca offers Reiki Inspired by Nature, Guided Meditation, and HeartMath training and coaching. She offers tools and guidance to help with stress management, relaxation, and ease for those interested in pursuing the development of their own inner intuition and wisdom.

C. Bean, Usui Reiki Master, Integrative Cranial Sacral Therapy (ICST) practitioner, Intuitive Empath, Claircognizant, Clairsentient, and Spirit-guided Intuitive Artist. With a BFA from CCAD in Columbus, and Master of Expressive Therapies at Lesley University, Massachusetts, she is currently studying towards her Doctorate Degree at The University of Sedona & Metaphysics. After a career with the Ohio Departments of Mental Health, Youth Services and Adult Corrections, she turned her gifts to energy medicine. She recently returned to Ohio after living in New Mexico, advancing her wisdom of energy and physical medicine, to support your journey towards the discovery of your innate truths. email: c@thereikicenter.net

Johnna started delving into spiritual sciences in the early 90s taking classes in Reiki, Qabala, Buddhism, sound healing and was a member of the Theosophical Society. Johnna currently is a Reiki Master certified through The Reiki Center, an advanced BioGeometry practitioner, a practitioner of healing with crystals and gemstones and Acoustic Sound Therapy practitioner. When not at The Reiki Center she enjoys volunteering for the Stone Soup Project, hiking, kayaking, and fishing.

Gaston is an Advanced Reiki practitioner certified through The Reiki Center. He studies traditional Hellenistic astrology and is fascinated by the application of ancient divination techniques to the modern world. He is also a reader of tarot, using archetypal symbolism to gain a clearer perspective on patterns of experience. Gaston is certified to offer Guided Release and Channels as well. In his free time, Gaston enjoys drawing, Dungeons & Dragons, and writing fiction in the urban fantasy genre.

Audra Minter comes to The Reiki Center with over 35 years of experience from working in Customer Service focused environments as well as over 15 years of experience working in Finance. Audra is a student of The Reiki Center achieving her Level 2 and Internship Certification in Reiki. She is a regular volunteer with The Stone Soup Project, TRC’s charitable organization. Audra is an Advanced Reiki Practitioner that has been invited to receive her Master Attunement in January of 2025.

A graduate of the American Institute of Alternative Medicine, Nicholas spent a majority of his time in a chiropractic environment, learning insight into injuries, pain & numbness, and muscle dysfunction. He also utilizes intuition, listening to your body.

After 25 combined years in recreational sports administration, fitness program development, and somatic education at The Ohio State University, I have more recently stepped into a therapeutic role as a licensed massage therapist and Reiki practitioner. My experience and training in areas of movement education (including but not limited to, yoga, Pilates, cycling, strength training, rowing, and dance), manual therapy (including neuromuscular therapy and dry cupping), and energy medicine (currently Reiki and working toward Polarity Therapy and Elemental Reflexology), provides me a broader perspective of which to assess the body and its patterns and potential dysfunctions. I can pull from my broad training to add to my quality of care. As well, I am a lifelong mover and receiver of the services I provide. I very much look forward to meeting new clients and developing an ongoing continuum of care for those that return.

Henry brings a meditative approach to massage. A former Zen monk, he loves being curious and adapting to your needs. His goal is to help you feel your best - whatever that means for you. Henry offers Swedish Relaxation, Therapeutic, Trauma-informed (Bodywork for PTSD), and Reiki Massage. He is also a CranioSacral practitioner.

Janie has been working in the Akashic Records for over 10 years. She is an Akashic AllianceTM certified Module A facilitator and trainer, and offers Akashic Records Integration Process Module A – Learn to Access and Explore Your Akashic Records - both in-person in Columbus, OH and via Zoom. She is a Divine I AM Practitioner through the London College of Spirituality. Divine I AM Transmissions allow her to transmit energies for Healing, Transformation, Awakening, Activation, and can also initiate incredible multi-layered transformation. She has received attunement by Vaz Sriharan of the London College of Spirituality to utilize the Soul Star Chakra and the Earth Star Chakra to help others accelerate their awakening process. Her Reiki II certification enhances her ability to facilitate transformation and energetic shifts with her clients. Janie is also co-creator of the Color Outside the Lines Experience (www.coloroutsidelife.com), which she leads with her business partner and friend, Gina Kitzmiller. Together, they are helping people reconnect with their heart centers through their favorite modalities and the power of play! Janie is a certified Infinite Possibilities trainer, the program created by Mike Dooley, author of The New York Times’ best-selling book of the same name and featured speaker in the movie, The Secret. She will be offering Infinite Possibilities training in-person and via Zoom in the coming months.

Richard practices spiritual direction, certified by The Haden Institute, in the Jungian Christian mystical tradition, grounded in creation, Celtic and Franciscan spirituality.

Dr. Vandana Baranwal is an Ayurveda teacher and practitioner, she has classically trained in India for 8 ½ years and have more than 25 years of experience. Growing up in the holy city of Benaras in India , she has been fortunate to learn from some of the most renowned and respected teachers in the field of Ayurveda. She is very passionate about Ayurveda and loves empowering people by simplifying the teachings and practices of this ancient science to help restore health and bring balance and harmony in everyday life. She is a prolific writer and published author. She enjoys writing regularly for scientific journals and health magazines. Vandana is very knowledgeable about herbs and spices, and is an expert vegetarian cook. Expect in her class the very best of Ayurveda. From daily routine and sustainable lifestyle to food and eating habits, you will learn in her class everything you need for a balanced and harmonious living. She is also available for consultation.

Anastasia was born and raised in Siberia (Russia), where she spent long winter nights studying astrology, numerology, human relations and natural living. After moving to America at age 25, she continued her studies and became Certified Aromatherapist, Reiki Master and Master Numerologist along with getting her Bachelor's degree in Psychology and Master's degree in Organizational Management. Anastasia never stops learning and is very passionate sharing her knowledge and deep insights with other people. Her natural compassion, understanding and wisdom makes her especially valuable for these seeking a greater harmony in their relations, a greater balance in their physical body and a greater clarity and understanding of their spiritual path.

Sarah Waller is a health and wellness enthusiast who is passionate about helping others find ways to reduce stress and anxiety. She has practiced as a dental hygienist for over 12 years and recently obtained a degree in Health and Wellness from Purdue Global University. She received her health coaching certification through the Functional Medicine Coaching Academy. She holds two breathwork certifications and specializes in Somatic Release Breathwork™ and Dynamic Breathwork™. She has been practicing as a sound healer for over a year and is also a level 2 Reiki practitioner.

Jillian Robinson is a certified Quantum Human Design™ Specialist and coach, helping to guide clients through the process of self-discovery and personal transformation. Jill has provided Human Design and coaching services since January 2021 and is a student of Karen Curry Parker, a leading expert in Human Design. Prior to becoming a certified specialist in Human Design, Jill built a career as a practicing attorney and project manager in the legal technology industry. As her passion lies in being in service to others, she has volunteered for a number of important causes throughout her career. Jill holds a Bachelor’s degree in Human Rights from the University of Dayton and a law degree from the State University of New York at Buffalo. Jill was born and raised in Columbus and currently resides in Gahanna.

Anne Margaret Carioti, GG, CHyp is a Certified Hypnosis Practitioner specializing in Rapid Transformational Therapy™ and intuitive oracle card readings. She helps you heal and thrive by uncovering the root causes of your challenges and providing personalized insights. Anne Margaret empowers you to regain control and live your best life with confidence and purpose.

Ross Fillmore is a psychic intuitive card reader from Columbus, Ohio. With over 10 years’ experience offering readings at meetups, expos, and classes, he has developed a unique method of combining multiple decks with various card spreads. Ross plays the didgeridoo as a form of meditation, cultivates bonsai trees, and hybridizes and registers his own varieties of daylilies.

Lisa Noland-Shalosky is a Psychic Medium, Certified Spiritual Advisor and Certified Master Teacher through the Lisa Williams International School of Spiritual Development as well as a Trance Channel and Certified Spiritual Hypnotist. Lisa has dedicated her life to her work with spirit and over the past 10 years has shared this gift with clients all over the world. Providing help and healing messages to guiding clients through difficult areas of life, Lisa is helping to change the lives of many through her connection to spirit. Lisa also teaches Psychic Development and Mediumship classes to help others recognize their gifts and empower others to find their truth.

Dawn Thompson is an Intuitive strategist leader and transformational life coach. Located in Columbus, Ohio her ability to transform a traumatic past, and strong psychic abilities brought her to the path of helping others. A descendant of the Rose Lineage, she uses energy healing codes, ancient wisdom, and shamanic tools to guide others into their authentic life purpose. She is the founder of the New Era Academy, New Era Awakenings podcast, and facilitates intuitive guidance coaching. www.Dawn-Thompson.com

Christine Elwart is the Co-Founder of Academy for Empowered Living alongside her husband of 47 years, Joe. She is called to facilitate the deep, needed healing in the world through Love - the greatest force in the Universe - and restoring Shamballah, or World Peace, here on Earth! Christine is a Certified Guide, Teacher, Healer, Magus Hermeticus, Life Activation & Full Spirit Activation Practitioner trained through The Modern Mystery School. She is the published author of “Ascend to Joy: Transform Your Life Through Living Kabbalah” and a certified life coach specializing in spiritual development. As a thriving empath and intuitive, she is especially devoted to empowering those who wish to develop and enhance their empathic and extrasensory abilities and to offer them the esoteric healing and spiritual training to master themselves, to progress spiritually, and to use their valuable God-given gifts for Good! Her mission is to play a key role in radiating light as widely and exten

Satomi was born and raised in Japan and loves practicing Japanese Reiki and Zen. She completed the Japanese Reiki level 3 in Canada last year and will be taking the Master Level training at The Reiki Center at the end of January 2023. She participated in Zen training at a Zen temple in Japan about ten years ago and has been captivated by Zen ever since. A lover of Eastern medicine, Satomi enjoys acupuncture treatments and appreciates how it dramatically improves her blood circulation. She feels Eastern medicine respects the fact that our body is designed to heal itself and focuses on activating its natural healing power. Reiki fascinates her in that you can heal yourself or anyone else with Reiki as a home remedy whenever and wherever you want. Feeling her Reiki journey has just started she wants to share things about Japanese Reiki that haven't been widely known in the US.

Lena has devoted her life to learning, growing, and evolving so she can empower herself and others. She is a licensed cosmetologist, board certified licensed massage therapist, certified Life Activation Practitioner, healer, and teacher. Lena seeks practical tools to live a life full of health and joy for herself and others. When Lena began to study with the Modern Mystery School, her life changed drastically. She became a certified Life Activation Practitioner, Ensofic Ray Practitioner, a teacher, and a healer. This training allows her to use many healing modalities to clear and balance energies of and around the body so that her clients can feel great and live in joy. Lena teaches a variety of classes through the Modern Mystery School. The classes teach practical tools that can be used to help you create your best life.

Parul has been an Acupressure practitioner, researcher and teacher since 1995. She acquired her training with various experts in Reflexology, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Sujok and Electroacupuncture according to Voll (EAV). Together with other researchers at Acupressure Institute(ASPEUS) at Prayagraj (Allahabad), India, she has pioneered the development of Ayurvedic Acupressure by encompassing principles from Traditional Chinese medicine as well as the Indian Ayur-Veda System. She has co-authored over 15 books and delivered workshops in over 20 cities across India. From 2017-2023, she has also conducted sessions in the Cincinnati, Dayton, Columbus, Minneapolis and Chicago areas. Parul routinely offers her services for various health issues, both in-person and online. Her style of teaching is simple, explanatory and well received.

Kelli has been a practitioner of Shamanic journey work and healing for over eight years and has trained alongside a Shamanic Counselor and teacher, Sarah Finlay, in Los Angeles and now virtually in Columbus. She has spent hundreds of hours exploring and honing her skills while engaging in the various aspects of Shamanism that include journey work, healing, channeling and many areas of expanded awareness. Kelli is passionate about journey work and its ability to impact our lives as we uncover areas that may need healing and attention. In this way, we are able to evolve and become the best versions of ourselves. She enjoys exploring new and expanded realms, connecting to spiritual beings, and seeking meaning within these connections as they ultimately help us to live with a deeper sense of health and wholeness. After recently leaving a corporate job, she knew it was time to take a leap and start her own healing practice. For a long time she has known that her purpose is to help others learn the journey work process and to provide whatever support she can as we all attempt to find understanding and joy in our movement through life.

Integrated Holistic Health Coach and Sound Healing Therapist, Christina Grozik has been using sound and energy modalities in her practice for over fifteen years. After seeing the significant impact that sessions using sound and silence had on clients and her own personal journey, she decided to further investigate the science behind these ancient practices. She spent two and a half years traveling, researching, and interviewing experts for a documentary she produced titled Going Om which explores sound, vibration, energy and even silence and the potential impact they have on our wellness.

Susan Erlewine HTCP RM BCC MSN RN Susan is a Healing Touch Certified Practitioner, Reiki Master, Master's prepared nurse and board certified chaplain. She has practiced this gentle, effective energetic healing technique for over 20 years in a variety of settings: in a hospital, classroom, hospice, as a healthcare chaplain, and in her own private practice.

Maggi Colwell recognized their deep interest in both creativity and dreams at a young age with an interest in alchemical symbolism, mythology, and surrealism.  Maggi received their bachelors in visual art from Salisbury University in 2003.  Maggi now considers art-making a conversation with their soul.               Magically speaking, Maggi trained with the Assembly of the Sacred Wheel, for 12 years, receiving their 3rd degree as high priestex in 2011.  Their studies have included ceremonial magic, hermetic Qabala, tarot, mythology, and astrology. Their book, Ecstasy in Shadow, explores a synthesis of art and science, containing both poetry and a teaching essay on the 27 th  path of the Qabala.  Maggi offers online and in-person training through their open training coven, Arts Coven. Arts Coven blends the magical and creative arts in rituals and workshops to aid personal development and self-inquiry. This is the Great Work. Learn more at Arts Coven on Facebook or email Maggi at maggi@chironarttherapy.com. Maggi received their Masters in Art Therapy from Florida State University and is a board-certified art therapist.  They have a master’s level Dream Pattern Certificate from the Assisi Institute. Maggi is currently a training candidate at the CG Jung Institute Zurich. Maggi lives in Columbus Ohio and works with clients individually in their online private practice, Chiron Art Therapy. They also facilitate a weekly art therapy dream group online.  You can find out more from columbusarttherapy.com

As a long-time follower and believer in holistic healing and medicine, I began to feel the dramatic improvements that a variety of alternative wellness practices were making in my life. I began to think about how great it would be to have some kind of science based proof to show that these changes were occurring. Proof of increased energy, proof of nutritional benefits, proof of the benefits of recommended interventions such as breathing exercises, body movement, vibration healing, and music therapy. I continued in the pursuit of these modalities because I could tell they helped. But did they? Well, yes of course, but I wanted to know more. Through my own personal journey I began to immerse myself in the subject of energy healing. My own life required a hard reset. Stress, anxiety and uncertainty had derailed my inner peace and I was seeking a way to restore balance, nurture growth, and quiet the noise around me, to allow for conscious healthy choices. I ultimately discovered that technology is available to visually reveal and record the energy state in the human mind and body. I was consumed by videos on the subject, following Joe Dispenza, Bruce Lipton, Andrew Huberman, Sue Morter and many more. I have been thrilled by this ongoing and fascinating journey, intertwining spirituality and science. Through my own personal journey, continued research and pursuit of trainings and experiences, I have become a student and now a Certified Practitioner of the Bio-Well GDV camera. The images revealed by the Gas Discharge Visualization (GDV) technology show real-time conditions of the state of stress and energy within the human body. Truly amazing! The applications for use of this device have now become my focus and I am very excited to share this information through my role as a Certified Bio-Well Practitioner. ​ I look forward to helping others who are interested in enhancing their health and wellness through this valuable scientific validation.

Lindy has a passionate interest in sharing how yoga serves as a form of a moving meditation and its role in everyday life. As a Reiki practitioner, she has enjoyed learning various practices and methods to incorporate energy work into day to day life and her yoga practices. She is constantly learning and reading about yogic philosophies and anatomy that she hopes to share with others. Lindy completed her yoga teacher training in 2020. Since then, she has developed an avid interest in many types of yoga, philosophy and anatomy. She also completed a sound therapy program which resulted in her purchasing her favorite drum! It makes the occasional appearance during savasana. She has completed certifications in Restorative Yoga and Kundalini Yoga. When she is not teaching yoga, she enjoys offering Reiki services. She volunteers through The Reiki Center's non profit, the Stone Stoup Project, and has also volunteered at local hospitals f cancer patients. Lindy lives in Gahanna with her husband, Craig, her two children, Grant and Nora (15 and 11) and two dogs. You can find he on Instagram at: @find_yoga_with_lindy

Mark Bucha, is a Certified Forest Therapy Guide through the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy (ANFT). He is now practicing Forest Therapy in central Ohio with Into The Wild Walks, LLC in partnership with the Reiki Center. As an avid hiker, kayaker, animal lover, and nature enthusiast, he felt called to be a Forest Therapy guide after noticing a positive change in his overall health and wellbeing with each experience he had in the forest. This profound effect led him to further explore the healing power of nature. That is when he discovered “Shinrin-Yoku”, “Forest Bathing” or “Forest Therapy.” After completing his first Forest Therapy guided walk, he saw the natural world in a whole new way. Science has backed up what he was experiencing. Studies have shown spending time in nature lowers stress and cortisol levels, decreases hypertension, lowers depression and anxiety, and boosts the immune system. He wanted to share this experience with others, and encourage others to connect with the wonders of the world around us. Mark also has a Masters Degree in Social Work from the Ohio State University and has worked with dialysis patients for over 25 years. His passion for helping people continues in a new, natural setting. Mark Bucha, ANFT Certified Guide intothewildwalks.net mark bucha.anft@gmail.com