Naraya brings more than 4 decades of experience in holistic transformation. She is a founding member of the Kripalu Center in Lenox MA, where she served as a manager, mentor and yoga teacher for 10 years. She has facilitated more than 15,000 healing sessions as a life coach/somatic therapist and massage therapist. She has also worked as a strategic planner and leadership trainer.

Her strength lies not only in her skill, experience and compassion as a healer, but is very much informed by her own epic and humbling journey of healing and self-discovery. This includes many breakthrough experiences from daily spiritual practice, years of therapy, countless ayahuasca ceremonies, many meditation and personal growth retreats, the blessings and guidance of many gifted teachers, wilderness immersions and world travel.

Even after so many profound experiences, it wasn’t until her 50’s that she really got to the bottom of the complex PTSD that was the source of her chronic issues including anxiety and imposter syndrome. Finally all the puzzle pieces came together. At this point in her life, Tibetan Buddhist Dzogchen practice and hiking with her dog in the mountains are her 2 core practices. 

Naraya excels at active listening and asking strategic questions that can help you to get to the bottom of your issues and longings. What we each need is unique and your Retreat will be crafted based on your intentions and callings. Naraya’s  will serve as lead Retreat Guide and collaborate with you to create your Retreat Flow. She is also available for optional Journey Mapping Coaching during your Retreat.