About Us

My roots are in pure science. I spent decades in laboratories studying the body’s inner workings, and hold a PhD in Biology from Stanford. Today, my primary vocation is leadership training.

While I’m proud of that work, Reiki offers something uniquely immediate: the chance to support others through direct, heart-centered presence.

Reiki came into my life in the aftermath of profound loss. When my beloved was taken by senseless gun violence, the grief lit a spiritual fire that led me to seek healing beyond what science could offer. That search opened an unexpected doorway to the practice of Reiki.

When I took my first Usui Reiki class (Level 1), I was struck by its elegant simplicity and immediate impact. Even more surprising – its ability to work across distance and time. Geography, it turns out, is no barrier to energy.

My connection with Reiki was solidified through my resonance with and practice of reciting and living by the Gokai, or 5 Precepts of Reiki. These principles guide my decisions and keep my mind aligned with true north. 

After completing my Reiki Master (Level 3) training, I created Astral Reiki to share this gentle, yet impactful practice with others.