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Background & Certifications:

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With a foundation rooted in both science and spirituality, my work bridges evidence-based mindfulness practices with intuitive energy modalities to support holistic well-being. My background blends formal academic study with extensive training under respected teachers and institutions in the fields of meditation, healing arts, and consciousness studies.

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Academic & Scientific Foundations:

  • Bachelor of Science in Biological Science, Northeastern University

  • Master of Arts in Studio Arts (Sculpture and Ceramics), Adelphi University

  • Master of Arts in Teaching, School of Visual Arts – K–12 Certification

  • Doctorate-Level Coursework at Columbia University, with research focused on the relationship between mindfulness and art-making

  • Certificate in Medicinal Plants, Cornell University

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These studies deepened my understanding of the human body, brain, and creative process, forming the scientific backbone for my current integrative approach to healing and personal growth.

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Mindfulness & Meditation Training:

  • 200-Hour Meditation Teacher Certification, trained with Vedic Master Charlie Knoles

  • Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) Training, developed by Dr. Jon Kabat-Zinn

  • Mindfulness and Fear Training, with Tara Brach at the National Institute for Clinical Application of Behavioral Medicine

  • The Quest Course, led by Deepak Chopra and Martha Beck

  • The Science of Happiness Program, University of California, Berkeley

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These programs provided a deep understanding of the mind–body connection and the neuroscience of presence, emotional regulation, and resilience.

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Energy & Consciousness Work:

  • Reiki Master – Usui Shiki Ryoho System, under Master Pauline Capalbo

  • Certified QHHT Practitioner (Quantum Healing Hypnosis Technique) – as taught by Dolores Cannon

  • Connecting with Spirit Workshop (Levels 1–4) – with MaryAnn DiMarco

  • Spirit Connection Development – under mentorship of Pat Longo

  • Oracle School of Divine Feminine Shamanism – under mentorship of Carlotta Mastrojanni

  • Student, Golden Borough School of Indigenous Italian Shamanism – under mentorship of Karyn Crisis

  • Ordained Interfaith Minister

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This combination of traditional Reiki, shamanic studies, and spiritual mentorship allows me to hold a grounded yet expansive space for clients seeking transformation through both energetic and psychological integration.

My Story: I was born and raised on Long Island, New York with a deep connection to nature and animals. As a child, I was drawn to alternative healing methods. I began meditating early on and kept an extensive crystal collection. As years went on, I lost touch with this intuitive side of myself, and it wasn’t until years later that I reconnected with it.  I attended college at Northeastern University where I studied Biological Science and went on to earn a Degree in Art from Adelphi University. I fell in love with the art community and wanted to immerse myself in it, so I earned a second Master’s Degree in Teaching Art from the School of Visual Arts. During my time as an art educator, I worked with a wide range of students. I taught children at a NYC homeless shelter, international students from Korea and Brazil, and high schoolers at an elite private school. As a teacher, I realized all of these students, regardless of their background, had one thing in common...they were stressed out, over worked and looking for connection and meaning in their lives. Thanks to this revelation, I began my Doctorate in Education at Columbia University, with a dissertation on Art as a Form of Mindfulness. After extensive research, including an eight-week MBSR (Mindful Based Stress Reduction) course, I discovered my passion was not really in art education, but in the meditative and healing arts. I was fascinated by what I was experiencing and through each experience, I was reconnected with my empathic, intuitive self. I was astonished at how every "spiritual" experience I had, connected me to a feeling of flow, timelessness and deep connectivity. With this, I left my teaching job and doctorate program and decided to lean in to the path of spirituality and healing arts, even more deeply.  I soon completed a 200-hour meditation teacher training with Vedic Master Charlie Knoles. I attended retreats, most notably with Zen master, Thich Nhat Hanh, and took classes with various experts on mindfulness, limiting negative beliefs, stress management, happiness, and divine femininity and became a Reiki Master. I was moved by this breath of knowledge and craved more, but most importantly, the teacher in me felt compelled to share what I was uncovering with others. With each new obstacle life brought my way, ranging from health and relationship issues, to new motherhood, fertility complications and the list goes on; I experienced the transformative and powerful healing capabilities of choosing this path. I truly believe everyone has the capacity to feel happy, fulfilled and empowered, and it’s become my mission to lead people to that ideal. I hope you will join me on this incredible journey.  With Gratitude, Jacqueline

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