DEN Teachers

Heather Prete

Heather Prete is a UCLA certified Mindfulness facilitator, Self-Compassion teacher, and Mindfulness in Recovery coach. She began her formal training with Tibetan Compassion practices in 1998 and has received instruction in the U.S. and Asia. Heather spent time training PhDs at the Tarzana Treatment center and working as a guiding teacher for Mindful School’s online adult courses (which were featured in Time magazine’s cover story, “The Mindful Revolution”). She also worked with those in recovery at Alternatives Treatment Center, Westside Treatment, and BLVD Centers. Heather also spent 20 years in the theater. She is published in the book Remembering Arthur Miller and has been featured in The Chicago Tribune and Chicago Sun-Times, Time magazine, and Times of India. Since mindfulness transformed her own creative process, she’s worked with actors through the Khan Institute to teach her program, “Mindfulness for the Actor.” Since 2000, Heather has remained committed to yearly retreats ranging from seven to 30 days in length and has completed three teacher trainings.

Jayson  Moton

Jay is originally from Frankfurt, Germany and started his yogic path in 2008 by extensively studying the practice of Kundalini Yoga, which is considered the most comprehensive of all yogas and is called “Yoga of Awareness”. He was trained by Gurmukh, Tej, Harijiwan and Gurushabd (Goldenbridge Yoga, Hollywood) which are the most influential Kundalini Yoga Masters in the world to date. As a certified Kundalini Yoga & Meditation teacher he currently gives classes at the exclusive Jonathan Club, Nine Treasures Yoga and private one-on-one and group sessions throughout Los Angeles. His heart warming and uplifting classes encourage students to rediscover their own inner power, mental strength and self-awareness while releasing and healing deep seeded blocks and unwanted stress.

Ceri Bethan

Ceri has been a devoted practitioner in mindfulness for over a decade. Passionate about helping people fully inhabit their truest selves, she completed the Den 400 hour Teacher Training in early 2018. Ceri is also a certified Reiki practitioner, a certified Mindfulness instructor, and a Guided Imagery Specialist for children. Ceri is committed to helping students cultivate present moment awareness in order to live life more fully, and to fully embrace their inner worth. She continues to deepen her own studies with intensive retreats and courses.

Sharon Brock

Sharon Brock is an LA-based, certified Mindfulness Facilitator, trained at the UCLA Mindful Awareness Research Center. She is also a trained teacher of UCSD’s research-based course: Mindful Self Compassion. Sharon studied Biopsychology as an undergrad at UCSB, and has two master’s degrees in Education (UCSB) and Journalism (Columbia University). She is also the author of the book The LOVEE Method: 5 Mindful Steps to Emotional Resilience, launching Spring 2021, where she shares how her mindfulness practice helped her to overcome a life-threatening health crisis. Combining Eastern yoga and meditation philosophies with Western neuroscience and biopsychology research, Sharon teaches mindfulness from the intersection of science and spirituality. Sharon teaches mindfulness courses online, at corporations and meditation studios, and with private clients as a mindfulness coach.

Kathryn Schiff

Kathryn Schiff is an Intuitive Teacher, Energy Healer, Clairvoyant, Spiritual Minister and Guide. She did her training at Center For Inner Truth in Santa Fe, New Mexico and founded School of Intuitive Greater Healing. She has been teaching with The DEN Meditation in Los Angeles since its opening. Kathryn practices a unique method that psychically looks at a client’s growth cycles and life path. She facilitates healing on the chakras and aura. This helps release energetic stagnation, attachments, outdated or negative belief patterns, other people’s energy, dis-ease, fear and other emotions that keep one from healing and manifesting their highest potential. The process fosters clarity and self-empowerment. In a classroom meditation, she creates a safe, fun environment where the student can connect to Divine self and their own truth. She teaches Meditation, Clairvoyance, and Practical Energy Tools to navigate life. Kathryn was named one of the Top 50 Psychics in the US. [or U.S.] in Jennifur Diamonds 2016 Edition.

Manna Dabholkar

Manna Dabholkar is a spiritual guide and life coach who empowers you to explore your higher spiritual self, encouraging you to seek the answers that lay within you to build the life of your choosing. Building and running humanitarian organizations for more than a decade, Manna understood that her path in life is to empower people, helping and guiding them to self-discovery, helping them take their power back, defining their own boundaries, and living a life of fulfillment and spiritual contentment. She guides Psychic Intuitive Meditation at Shambala Intuitive Healing, CHIT, Bodhgaya Institute of Consciousness Studies and often teaches as a guest at the DEN. Her meditation sessions explore topics such as Basic Intuitive Psychic Tools, Consciousness, Detachment, Past Life Regression Therapy, Mediumship Basics, and more. She also gives Mediumship Readings and Energy Readings.

Sean Willard

Sean Willard, BS, MATCM, LAc., has an eclectic background in the healing arts that he has been cultivating since 2010. Through his studies of Kinesiology, Traditional Chinese Medicine, and his personal practices of Qigong, Yoga, and Energetic Healing – Sean brings a holistic toolkit to his approach of life. As a practitioner who observes the body in all of its forms: mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual; he taps into and harnesses your own innate healing abilities in order to bring about transformative shifts in your day-to-day and lifelong journey. Sean is on his own unique voyage of self-evolution, as he is currently working on his Masters of Divinity at the University of Chicago, while seeking training to become a board-certified Chaplain. This amalgamation of educational and spiritual growth, has granted Sean the ability to meet people where they are at and provide a sense of peace and harmony. He is an intuitive, deep listening, and compassionate being who strives to foster spaces centered around care, love, and connection.

Rose Theodora

Through her depth of spiritual knowledge, Neuroscience background, and innovative approach to astrology, Rose Theodora has lead and curated transformative experiences related to the astrological landscape for companies such as Cartier, Addidas, Fender Guitars, Estee Lauder, and Dove. As a counseling Astrologer, in her private practice, Rose has counseled and supported more than 3,000 individuals. Rose launched the first-ever Color Astrology studio in Los Angels, and was the first celebrity astrology expert for the E! Style Collective team. She also launched E! Entertainment’s street style blog, OPI’s #Color is the Answer campaign, Esteé Lauder’s winter 2020 make-up collection tailored to astrology, and currently writes for Byrdie Beauty on wellness and Astrology. Additionally, she writes the Monthly Moon reports for The DEN. Rose has an international clientele and lives in Madrid, Spain, but is bi-continental, dividing her time between both Los Angeles, CA, and Spain.

Jeanne Heileman

Jeanne Heileman, MA, 500-ERYT, was introduced to yoga as a dancer and actress. Facing ongoing pain from scoliosis, yoga provided tools for physical realignment and acceptance of difficulties. She has studied extensively in the styles of Ashtanga, Iyengar, Anusara, ParaYoga, Vini, and Tantra Yoga; each adding a new perspective and insight to the practice. In her quest for a deeper and meaningful connection to all that yoga has to offer, she began studying meditation, initially in the Buddhist tradition and eventually on the Tantric path. Her main teachers are Pandit Rajmani Tigunait, the spiritual leader for the Himalayan Institute under Swami Rama and the living lineage of Sri Vidya; and Sally Kempton, a teacher from the Kashmir Shaivism lineage.

Jeanne has been a dedicated meditator since 2001 and has spent months in India on pilgrimages dedicated to her practice. Jeanne teaches with sensitivity, generosity of spirit, and a good dose of humor. A safe haven is created for students to dive deep, find their edge, and transform. She specializes in discovering the needs of an individual and gently guiding each student to their own grace and balance. Founder of Tantra Flow Yoga™, Jeanne brings together over 35 years of practice and over 24 years of teaching experience into a style of yoga inclusive of asana, Ayurveda, mindfulness, with the added focus of one’s radiant energy.

Sophia Knapp

Sophia Knapp is a musician and natural Clairvoyant dedicated to helping people switch on the magic in their lives through the Esoteric arts and world of Tarot. She’s a native Californian, and her psychic lineage traces back to 19th century Sweden. She maintains a thriving private practice, reading cards for A-list celebrities and at events for clients such as Instagram, Soho House, Urban Decay, Hulu, and P.F. Candle Co. She has brought her sessions to Mercado Sagrado, Spiritweavers, Ace Hotel, and the Outlander series launch party.  Sophia has a fine art degree from The Cooper Union School of Art. Her background as a touring musician also contributes to her insight and unique perspective. Her relaxed reading style is down-to-earth, high-vibe, rich in poetic imagery, and laced with humor throughout. Sophia believes we all hold the power of free will to pursue joy and fulfillment, and is looking forward to supporting you on your path.

Jamie Wozny

Jamie Wozny is a passionate Spiritual Teacher, Reiki Master and Meditation Guide who speaks to all types of groups who are curious about the principles of peace and happiness. Jamie’s teachings consist of deep conversations about how to move beyond the identification we have with the personal mind, take it less seriously and move into our natural state of well being. Here we can spend time in our natural state of flow. She teaches you how to simplify happiness so you can access this natural state that is your birthright. Her purpose is to help you wake up to your True Nature one conversation at a time. Join her to align with love. She is excited about helping you find relief, feel alive and radiate joy. Get ready to awaken!

Danika Solé

Danika was introduced to Reiki at a very young age by her mother who was a Reiki Master. Spirit medicine and meditation were woven into her consciousness from the very beginning. Danika went on to become a Reiki Master herself as well as a teacher, sound healer, certified meditation guide, and yoga instructor. She uses her lifetime of personal experience, paired with her training and background in the healing arts, to share the gift of energy medicine. “Heal yourself, heal the world,” she believes.

Courtney Jolander

Courtney Jolander started teaching Breathwork during her travels in SE Asia in countries such as Thailand, Laos, Myanmar, and the Philippines. After being a student of the practice for several years and experiencing deep self-transformation and growth, she felt it was time to help guide others on their own personal healing journeys. Her purpose is to inspire people to connect with their bodies, tune into their souls, and take the time to refresh their lens so they can fully soak in the beauty in and around them – no matter where they are in life.

Vanessa Rezende

Vanessa Rezende (RYT-500) is a certified LA-based yoga instructor who discovered her passion for teaching mindfulness after going through a career transition. Shortly after graduating from Law School, she was formally introduced to mindfulness while attending a Zen Buddhist Center in Brazil. Wishing to better cope with stress and anxiety, she began studying and practicing zazen, a Japanese meditative discipline that originated from the Buddhist tradition. After moving to Southern California and devoting herself to studying the yoga discipline and philosophy, she became inspired to serve her community in a new role. She received both her 200h and 300h Teacher Training certifications from Yoga Salt, studying under the mentorship of Tamal Dodge. Continuing education hours include Yoga Nidra, Breathwork, Meditation & Neuroscience Teacher Training, under Alex Nashton. Her classes incorporate Sound Healing using crystal singing bowls and other unique instruments to provide the students with a well-rounded and profoundly relaxing experience. Her purpose is to empower students by sharing mindfulness practices to enhance physical, mental, and spiritual health, allowing practitioners to thrive on and off the mat.

Kait Boehm

Kait Boehm is an Energy Healer, Soul Coach and Messenger of Love that has dedicated her life to empowering others to reconnect to their authenticity to live the life they so longingly desire. She does this through Meditative Soundbaths, Akashic Record readings, Transformational Soul Coaching, Plant Medicine Ceremonies and Retreats in Tulum, Mexico. Kait’s connection to source runs incredibly deep. She lives to embody this energy to help raise the consciousness of humanity. Helping others heal themselves while clearing their subconscious blocks holding them back from love, peace, abundance, inner freedom or harmony is both her passion and her natural born gift. Kait’s training includes completing a rigorous Coach Apprentice and Leadership program under Kute Blackson, Advanced Akashic Records, BA in Psychology, Reiki Level 3 and Life University. She is truly there to create and hold space for you as you up-level and work through your own journey of transforming into the god or goddess you came here to be!

Helen Denham

Helen Denham (De·nim) is an Empowerment Mentor, Behavior Change Specialist, Reiki II Healer, and public speaker. Her mission now is to embolden her community to design the lives they truly desire through mindfulness practices, energetic healing, and clear intention.

An advocate for empowering women & girls, Helen previously served as the chair of UN Women’s YP Committee in NYC and has hosted multiple fundraisers to directly aid our sisters across the globe. Helen also hosts the ‘Lifted’ podcast – a space to explore consciousness, holistic healing, and becoming the best versions of ourselves (episodes drop every Wednesday). Helen also believes that sound is one of the most powerful healing modalities available to us and is an active singer-songwriter with music on all streaming platforms.

Kelsey J. Patel

Kelsey J. Patel is one of Hollywood’s leading wellness and Reiki experts, as well as newly published author of Burning Bright: Rituals, Reiki, and Self-Care to Heal Burnout, Anxiety, and Stress. Kelsey is not only a sought after spiritual empowerment coach, yoga teacher, Reiki healer and meditation teacher, but also a multi-faceted entrepreneur and inspirational speaker. She is the creator and founder of Magik Vibes, a soul-enhancing lifestyle brand, that was named one of the top 7 subscription boxes of 2017.

Kelsey is looked to as an expert on burnout and conscious capitalism, facilitating workshops and giving keynote addresses for businesses incluiding Free People, Penn State University, Delta Airlines, Aerie, The Good Fest, SHAPE Body Shop, Goop Summit, and The Den Meditation. Her work has been featured in US Weekly, Harper’s Bazaar, GOOP, Bravo TV, The New York Times, Page Six, Reader’s Digest, Well + Good, MindBodyGreen, Angeleno Magazine, and more.

Chandresh Bhardwaj

Chandresh Bhardwaj is an author, spiritual advisor, and speaker. His bestseller book and podcast, Break the Norms: Questioning Everything You Think You Know About God and Truth, Life and Death, Love and Sex, presents thought-provoking ideas on how we perceive relationships, spirituality, and other important aspects of life. Chandresh hails from a lineage of spiritual healers in India spanning over seven generations. He combines ancient wisdom with a modern approach to spirituality. Chandresh is a disciple of his father, His Holiness Shri Chamunda Swami, who is a universally recognized authority in spirituality. His grandfather gave him the name Chandresh, which means ‘Master of Consciousness’.

Nia Ostrand

Nia is an innate healer who has trained in a variety of healing arts over the years to increase her knowledge of healing and self-expansion. With a compassionate heart, she endeavors to guide her students back into their place of power and knowing who they truly are, what they’re capable of, and how they can live their most thriving life. She is certified to teach Reiki, Yoga, Meditation, All Love, and the Akashic Records. For her healing work she has been featured in LA Magazine, and was a guest on the Scott Emo Show and SHEeo TV. Nia thinks of her life as, before Reiki and after Reiki, because of how transformative it was for her. All the alternative therapies she immersed herself in allowed her to leave her own trauma and depression in the past and helped her to become the powerful healer and teacher that she is today.

Jono Spark

Jonathan Spark is a certified Pascha Therapist, poet, and spiritual teacher who supports clients from a feeling-based, heart-centered focus. He is able to intuitively see where people are and what they are needing, which creates an acceleration of self-awareness. Having studied beside a Spiritual Master for over 27 years, Jonathan truly lives by the foundational teaching, Only teach and guide what you have embraced and live.

His work as a therapist and spiritual teacher has included caring for an enormous range of souls, including professional sportsmen of the New Zealand All Blacks, members of SAS New Zealand’s elite forces, musicians, high-level CEOs, recovering addicts, and people seeking a positive sense of transformation and healing from all walks of life. He specializes in supporting youth, relationship counseling, and men’s counseling.

Eric Mellgren

Eric Mellgren worked in the music industry for most of his professional life, hoping to provide something meaningful in his work. Employment at a record label for 13 years can have its ups and downs, but when the downs outweighed the ups, he started looking for something more purposeful.

Eric began a long journey of introspection and learning that started with personal therapy ( w/ Jennifer Schaefer) and led to a suggestion of nutritional therapy where he discovered just how important and powerful nutritional health is to the mental, physical, and emotional well-being of the individual. As he continued studying new ways of healing and methods of alleviating stress and anxiety, Eric was turned on to energy, vibration, and frequency, and their effect on everything from molecules to our very biology.

Nicole Taylor

Nicole Taylor is dedicated to supporting individuals in their personal transformation and spiritual growth. Using a blend of meditation, yoga, mind/body awareness, and Ayurvedic principles, Nicole facilitates transformative offerings on self-care. She helps people fill their lives with more connection, and bring more of their whole self forward every day. Nicole is a 500-hour certified yoga teacher, a Certified Vishoka Meditation Teacher, and a graduate of the Hendricks Institute’s Big Leap Coach program and Leadership and Transformation program. She is a NAMA-certified Ayurvedic Health Counselor. She is on the faculty of Foundation for Conscious Living’s Restoring Resourcefulness Program and the Billions Institute Fellowship. She has facilitated wellness instruction for Montgomery County Coalition for the Homeless, Barnes Foundation, Fairmount Park Conservancy, Penn Center for Community Health Workers, and Mural Arts Foundation.

Samantha Dolling

As a natural-born psychic, Samantha Dolling has spent her life exploring ancient and energetic ways of healing. She has a wide breadth of spiritual knowledge that has resulted in her becoming a Master Teacher of Reiki, Siechem, and Shamanism.

With a First Class Honours Degree in Herbal Medicine, Samantha also integrates her strong connection to plant spirit medicine into her healing modalities. She believes that most physical dis-ease in the body can be created by an emotional experience or trauma, which allows her to see and provide healing right at the root cause of the ailment. As someone who has utilized and instructed Meditation throughout her spiritual practices, she is also a trained and specialized practitioner in Alchemy, EFT, Tarot, and Oracle Readings.

Her direct channel with spirit can help give open guidance and healing to those that work with her. Based in the UK, Samantha has an international client base for both deep alchemical and transformational readings and healings.

Felicia Burkley

Felicia Burkley is a senior student of Traditional Chinese Medicine, herbalist and Qi Gong teacher. Her goal is to help people establish a deeper connection with their body’s innate ability to self heal. Through her classes she desires to give tools to establish a lifestyle that bridges Mind,Body and Spirit to prevent a life that is out of balance with nature and unaware of the Spirit within each of us.ce and healing to those that work with her. Based in the UK, Samantha has an international client base for both deep alchemical and transformational readings and healings.

Gahl Sasson

Gahl Sasson makes Kabbalah, astrology and psychology engaging, illuminating, and fun. Most of all, he tells stories, relating a vast array of compelling myths from traditions across the globe to delineate the workings of the inner world. He is the author of books including A Wish Can Change Your Life, (published by Simon & Schuster and co-written with Steve Weinstein), Cosmic Navigator, and The Astrology of 2020: The Leap of Faith, The Dawning of a New World. Gahl is a guest lecturer at the University of Southern California, Tel Aviv University, and teaches at Esalen, Omega Institute, University of Judaism, and the Open Center in NYC. He has appeared on CNN, ABC News, KTLA-TV Los Angeles to name a few. In 2017 his academic article, Symbolic Meaning of Names in the Bible was published by the Journal of Storytelling, Self, & Society.

Jeroen De Wit

Jeroen de Wit holds a BA in Art Therapy and an MA in Spiritual Psychology from the University of Santa Monica. He is a certified practitioner of Reiki, Emotional Freedom Technique, EMF Balancing Technique, Quantum Touch, and Dolores Cannon QHHT. Jeroen was trained by Dolores Cannon in 2006 and has regressed hundreds of people since. His work is featured in the Hay House book The Boy Who Knew Too Much by Cathy Byrd.

Skylar Singer

Skylar Temple Singer is an intuitive energy healer by way of sound healing, yoga, and holistic wellness coaching as the CEO and creatrix of Yogi Sky Wellness LLC.

Skylar is an awakened angelic guide who creates sanctuary for souls to come home to themselves. She dives deep with you to embrace the journey of healing generational trauma to fully accept yourself for who you are and make positive ripples in your life. Step into healing space with Skylar to draw out the divine within you and shine the light on the true nature of your own soul essence.