Amaya Counseling

✨ Calling all EMDR clinicians, organizations, and private practice groups!

✨As an individual, healer, and EMDR consultant in training, I want to extend my support to EMDR therapists who are working tirelessly with communities impacted by the devastating fires. Your work is so important, and I’m here to help you navigate this challenging time with confidence and care.

Whether you’re providing care for trauma survivors, working toward EMDR certification, or seeking a supportive space for growth, I offer:

💻 Individual EMDR Consultations
✔ $120/session (60 minutes on Zoom)
✔ Specialized in:
* Polyvagal Informed EMDR
* Ego States, Parts Work & Inner Child Healing
* Generational, Prenatal, & Childhood Trauma
* Latinx/BIPOC & Adult Children of Immigrants
* Anxiety, Depression, PTSD

🌟 Specialized EMDR Group Offerings 🌟
✔ Tailored for organizations & private practice groups.
✔ Help your team’s clinicians work toward certification with focused group support.

🌟 BIPOC and Inclusive EMDR Group Consultations 🌟
✔ $50/session (60 minutes on Zoom)
✔ A safe, anti-racist space rooted in equity and a decolonized approach.

To my fellow therapists serving those impacted by the fires: I see you, and I’m here to support you in holding space for healing and resilience. Let’s work together to bring hope and restoration to those who need it most.

📩 Email me or visit the link in my bio to book or inquire about group availability.

Together, we can make a difference.

🌿 Healing is possible, and it starts with a safe space to unravel your story.🌿

As both an EMDR therapist and Gong Yoga Nidra practitioner, I offer a unique, holistic approach to healing trauma, anxiety, and depression. EMDR helps you process and release emotional pain, while Gong Yoga Nidra allows for deep relaxation and inner peace.

✨ If you’re a woman who’s ready to focus on healing—whether from trauma, anxiety, or depression—know that you are not alone. Together, we will create a personalized path that aligns with your needs, balancing mind, body, and soul.

🌼 Now accepting new clients!
If you’re seeking therapy or wellness coaching in a safe, compassionate environment, let’s connect. DM or visit the link in my bio to schedule a consultation.

🧘‍♀️ Healing isn’t just about surviving; it’s about thriving. Let’s take that journey together.

✨ Join us for a Transformative Journey ✨

🌕 Gong Yoga Nidra Group Session
📅 October 12 | 🕙 10:00 AM
📍 Soul Body Ojai Gahvarum Community Space
206 N Signal St Suite M,
Ojai, CA 93023
Cost: $35, sliding scale $27-$33

Looking to release stress, find inner peace, and reset your mind and body? Join us for a deeply restorative Gong Yoga Nidra session, where sound healing meets guided relaxation. 🌿✨

Immerse yourself in the soothing vibrations of the gong, as they gently guide you into a state of deep rest and relaxation. The calming power of Yoga Nidra will help you let go of mental chatter and connect with a deeper sense of calm and clarity. 🌙🔮

Whether you’re new to sound healing or experienced, this practice offers a beautiful opportunity to:

✨ Release tension from the body
✨ Quiet the mind
✨ Restore balance and inner harmony
✨ Experience a profound sense of relaxation and renewal

Space is limited, so secure your spot today and give yourself the gift of healing. 💖

I can’t wait to hold this sacred space for you. 🙏✨

How to register:
Click on link: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/gond-yoga-nidra-group-offering
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*Disclaimer: Gong Yoga Nidra group session is not an individual or group mental health therapy service. Sale is final.*

Meet Our Expert Practitioners for the Heal the Healers Day Retreat! 🌟

We are excited to introduce the incredible team of wellness practitioners who will guide you through a transformative day of healing and self-care. Each brings unique expertise and a passion for helping you rejuvenate and reconnect with your inner peace.

📅 Date: September 21 2024
📍 Location: Breathe Ojai Yoga Studio and Community Hall
                        323 E. Matilija St. Suite 217
                        Ojai, CA 93023 
 
Swipe through to meet our team and learn about the amazing sessions they will be leading!

✨ Blanca E. Amaya , LCSW– Lead Facilitator, Wellness Coach and Gong Yoga Nidra Practitioner
“ Blanca will lead an interactive workshop specially for helping professional and facilitate a rejuvenating Gong Yoga Nidra session to deepen relaxation and reset the nervous system.”

🌿 Virginia Orantes, LCSW – Co- Facilitator 
“ Virginia will guide participants through mindfulness practices designed to promote clarity and emotional balance.”
 
  🧘‍♀️Francesca Gold - Yoga Therapist
“Francesca Gold is the founder of Breathe Ojai. She will provide a gentle and restorative yoga practice that will help you find balance and calm.”

🌟 Raising Mami Alchemy, Inc. - Sound Bath Practitioners 
“Experience deep relaxation and clarity through Raising Mami Alchemy’s immersive sound baths, designed to harmonize mind and body.”

Why Attend?
✨ Rejuvenate and Recharge
✨ Build a Supportive Community
✨ Enhance Your Well-Being

Spaces are limited! Reserve your spot today and invest in a day dedicated to your wellness. 🌸

👉 Register Now: [link in bio]

🧘‍♀️ Upcoming Events: Heal the Healers & Gong Yoga Nidra 🧘‍♂️

Are you ready to *recharge* and *restore balance*? 💫
Join us for two powerful offerings designed to support your well-being:

🌟Heal the Healers Retreat 🌟
A rejuvenating retreat for caregivers, therapists, and wellness professionals. We’ll focus on nervous system regulation, stress management, and creating space for *your* healing. 🌿

📅 September 21, 2024
📍 Breathe Ojai Yoga Studio and Community Hall
323 East Matilija Street, Suite 217,
Ojai, CA 93023

*Limited spots available!*

🎶 Gong Yoga Nidra Group 🎶
Experience the magic of sound healing and deep relaxation. Let the soothing vibrations of the gong guide you into a restful, meditative state. Perfect for releasing stress and recharging your energy. ✨

📅 September 23 and October 21
📍 Soul Body Ojai Gahvarum Community Space
206 N Signal St Suite M,
Ojai, CA 93023
*All levels and ages are welcome!*

💖 Prioritize your self-care. Reserve your spot today or DM for details.

Registration for Heal the Healer Retreat: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/heal-the-healers-wellness-d

Registration for Gong Yoga Nidra Group Offering: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/gond-yoga-nidra-group-offering

***Disclosure: These offerings are no therapy****

🌿 **Exciting News!** 🌿

Today, my amazing co-facilitator, Virginia Orantes, and I came together to make the final plans for our upcoming Heal the Healers Retreat, and we couldn’t be more thrilled to share what we’ve crafted for you! 💫

This retreat is designed to offer a restorative experience for those of us who are constantly giving and healing others. We’ve thoughtfully planned sessions focused on nervous system regulation, Gong Yoga Nidra, and transformative practices that will leave you feeling recharged and renewed. 🔥

This is a perfect opportunity to invest in yourself, connect with fellow healers, and learn tools for deep stress relief and personal rejuvenation. 🌿✨

Spaces are limited, and we’re already filling up! Don’t wait—secure your spot today to join us for a weekend of relaxation, healing, and growth. 🧘‍♀️💖

We can’t wait to share this special experience with you! 💫

Registration link is below:

https://www.eventcreate.com/e/heal-the-healers-wellness-d

🌿Why You Shouldn’t Miss the “Heal the Healers” Retreat 🌿

As healers and helping professionals, we give so much to others. Now it’s time to give back to yourself. 🌟

Experience the power of Gong Yoga Nidra at our retreat—a transformative practice that combines sound healing with deep relaxation.

Imagine:

✨ Stress melting away as the gong’s vibrations bring you into deep calm.
✨ Emotional healing as you clear away old patterns and blockages.
✨ Mental clarity as you release mental clutter and find focus.
✨ Rejuvenation that leaves you balanced, refreshed, and ready to continue your work with renewed energy.

This retreat is your opportunity to heal from the inside out, surrounded by a supportive community.

Limited spots available! Don’t miss your chance to join us. 🌟

Registration link is below:

https://www.eventcreate.com/e/heal-the-healers-wellness-d

What is Gong Yoga Nidra? 🧘‍♀️🎶

Gong Yoga Nidra is a powerful combination of deep relaxation and sound healing. ✨

🔹 Yoga Nidra: Also known as “yogic sleep,” this guided meditation takes you into a state of deep, conscious relaxation, where your body and mind can rejuvenate.

🔹 Gong Sound Healing: The vibrations of the gong calm the nervous system, release tension, and clear energy blockages, enhancing the restorative effects of Yoga Nidra.

Together, they create a transformative experience, promoting healing on every level—mind, body, and spirit. 🌿💫

Join us and experience the profound benefits of Gong Yoga Nidra and much more. Your healing journey starts here!

Send me a DM if you have any questions about our retreat or about this practice.

Registration link is in the bio

🌟 Exciting News! 🌟

I’m thrilled to share that I’m now a certified Gong Yoga Nidra practitioner! 🎉✨

This powerful practice combines the restorative benefits of Yoga Nidra with the healing vibrations of the gong, creating a deeply transformative experience.

And the best part? I’ll be incorporating Gong Yoga Nidra into our upcoming “Heal the Healers” retreat. 🧘‍♀️💫

Join us as we dive deep into relaxation, healing, and renewal, nourishing ourselves from the inside out.

Stay tuned for more details, and get ready to experience the profound effects of this beautiful practice. 🌿💖

Send me a DM or click on the link in my bio to register for our “Heal the Healers” retreat. A sneak peak of private and group Gong Yoga Nidra sessions are also coming soon!
Thank you and for the training and transformative experience ✨🙏🏽

🩺 Heal the Healers: A Workshop for Those Who Give So Much 🧘‍♀️

In the helping professions, we often put others’ needs before our own.

But to truly serve others, we must first take care of ourselves.

That’s why we created the
“Heal the Healers” workshop—a space dedicated to the well-being of those who spend their lives caring for others.

This workshop offers:

✨ Restoration: Replenish your energy and reconnect with your passion.
✨ Community: Share experiences with fellow professionals who understand the unique challenges you face.
✨ Tools for Self-Care: Learn practical techniques to sustain your well-being and prevent burnout.

Taking time to heal is not just a luxury—it’s essential.

Join us, and let’s ensure that you continue to make a difference in the world, while also taking care of yourself.

🌱✨ I’m a therapist, but I’m also on my own healing journey. 🌱✨

Recently, during a powerful session with my amazing Latina therapist (who just gets me), I reconnected with my 9-year-old self—the part of me that felt like she didn’t belong, had to constantly be in survival mode, and needed to work tirelessly to prove herself.

That little girl needed to be reminded that it’s okay to rest, that she’s safe now.
This part of me comes up often, especially as I raise my daughter. Through her, I reconnect with my inner child, who teaches me to slow down, rest, and play—things I still struggle with as an overachieving eldest daughter of immigrant parents who modeled working 40+ hours a week.

I’m sharing this because, even as helpers and healers, we need to prioritize our own healing. Whether it’s through therapy, joining a support group, learning to set boundaries, or attending workshops and retreats, it’s vital to nurture that part of ourselves.

So, what are you doing today to heal that part of you?
If you’re looking for a space to explore and grow, I invite you to join one of my upcoming workshops. Together, we can work on healing and restoring balance in our lives—because we deserve it too.