Phoenix Alchemical Arts

02/13/2026

Everyone has a story. I invite you to write down or even just think about your story and then offer yourself the grace, compassion, and love that is already yours. The world around us is showing us the very worst parts of being human. When we are able to shift our gaze, even momentarily, through all this to the core beauty that is also part of being human, we can see there is also so much good. Learning how to be present and a source of change through love is a challenge and gift I believe we can all step into. 🙏

02/06/2026

A recent experience has given me hope and also motivation to look more deeply at myself, what I hold dear, and toward what my thoughts and emotions focus. I am being tasked to remember who I am and why I am here. These are all pertinent questions for anyone and ones I tend to ask myself rather frequently.

The Venerable Monks recently came through the town in which I live and I was one of the members of the medical team set up to provide care. Being of service to those who are giving so much was an honor I really can't begin to describe. I still get a little moist in the eyes when I think of it. One of the elder monks sat with the remaining team members at the end of the second night and spoke to us of peace.

When I see racism, sexism, discrimination, violence, oppression, astronomical imbalances of wealth, and neighbor pitted against neighbor, among many other present-day horrors, it is really difficult for me to find peace. In fact, I feel it is necessary to feel our feelings, however uncomfortable, rather than pushing them away. I am reminded that, while peace is a noun, finding peace is an action. It's already inside us. We have to carefully remove the obstacles to its awareness. That's a big reason why I do what I do and why I want to share this now. My work is sacred work. I truly believe we need one another now more than ever, and that practitioners of the healing arts are a quiet force behind the scenes. We help people find a moment of peace and a space to reset in order to simply be a human during these dark times.

Usui Sensei (Mikao Usui), the founder of Usui Reiki, gave us five principles, all the product of his life experience, events of the time, and culture from which they came. I've been leaning into these much more lately, thanks to a fellow practitioner who reminded me of why we have them to guide us. There are varying versions out there, but all essentially speak the same message. These principles are not a destination for me, but rather are a process. As long as we are human and living in the world, I don't know that the majority of us are able to maintain any of these 100% of the time. We simply do our best.

Just for today, I will give thanks.
Just for today, I will not worry.
Just for today, I will not be angry.
Just for today, I will do my work honestly.
Just for today, I will be kind to my neighbors and all living things.

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01/16/2026

*update* Both slots have filled. Thank you for trusting me with your healing arts needs.

Hello all! I had some late cancellations. There is a 2pm slot today (Friday 1/16) and tomorrow (Sat 1/17) for a 60 minute massage, 30 minute Reiki (in-person or remote), 30 minute foot scrub with reflexology, or 30 minute rejuvenating face, scalp, and neck massage with my homemade rose and frankincense infused oil. If you can use some support in centering yourself and recharging your energy after a tough week, call or text
336-681-0911

09/20/2025

I am super excited to start offering more herbalism in my healing arts practice in a way that is very on-brand for my energy. Now you can enjoy the smells of baklava in a delightful foot exfoliation with massage. This is a limited service for autumn. Call, text, email, or book online.
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02/21/2025

My business logo has a story. It was designed by the talented Andy Carotenuto with the forest background added by my website designer Bonnie Stanley. The Hermit is a guide to others, especially when navigating the dark and in-between spaces that call for the illumination/revelation that my Work brings. The crescent moon is a symbol for what is hidden in the darkness. It is also the blade of the sickle used at harvest time. The green robe is a symbol of St Brigid of Kildare's cloak cleverly used to gain enough land from the king to build a monastery. It is also a nod to my elders in witchcraft and the color associated with men who love men in various cultures and traditions.

As a guide, I am at the ready to hold the light for those stepping into their various journeys into the unknown. I can offer tools to cut through the illusion to allow for healthier growth. The cloak I wear is a responsibility given me from Spirit and I have dedicated my life to that sacred role. I hold the light so that YOU can do the work you need to do. Blessed be!

12/19/2024

I am a professional practitioner of healing arts that includes bodywork, energy healing, holistic coaching, and some herbalism. Part of being an effective practitioner means also receiving healing work and coaching from others. I had the privilege of participating in a class on Shadow work through the lens of myth and fairy tale with Dr Michael Lennox. This particular class unpacked the symbols of Red Riding Hood and Medusa.

Greek myth is part of my cultural heritage and something I have enjoyed since childhood. Yet Medusa's story seemed so unfair to me. During one of the classes, I received a vision of Mary the Virgin and Mary Magdalene. I leaned into this and felt a substantial amount of grief and anger over the unfairness of Medusa’s story. So I sat with that and thought about some of the life examples that came up during the written homework. I talked to the parts of my body where I felt the emotions and asked what they wanted. I didn’t get an answer right away, but I could sense that the gesture was bringing much needed acknowledgment to my body.

Throughout the day, I began to collect images from the internet relating to the initial image of Mary and Mary and then had an Ah-Ha moment in which the spirit of the goddess Kali stepped into the cloak of Mary Magdalene and helped me reimagine Medusa’s myth. In my version, Medusa refuses to let the violation destroy her. She absorbs the life force and divine essence from Poseidon’s semen and takes in the power, mystery, and depths of his realm. It turns her skin the dark blue of the deep sea. She uses the vital essence to raise her consciousness (ascent of the kundalini) to a place of embodied compassion. She radiates this pink energy out to those who have had their power, innocence, hopes, dreams, etc taken from them. Athena sees this and is honored. Instead of punishing her for being r***d in the temple, she grants Medusa the gift of infinite wisdom. Now Medusa is a fully divine being, having used her darkest and most painful wound to heal herself and elevate her consciousness. She is the embodiment of compassion and the green fire of the heart. Her sexual force is magnetic, open, and transformative. She is rooted in the deepest of seas and the most guarded of secrets. Her crown of snakes represents the 5 Wisdoms of the Buddha and she is anointed by the 7 Cosmic Powers.

A great deal of my own inner work happens through the use of art. Collage helps me to connect with parts of my psyche that speak through image rather than words. Using art as a means of healing is something that has helped me in ways that talking and journaling aren't always able to accomplish. I created this collage using scissors, a glue stick, and a bunch of images printed from Pinterest and Google. I feel it is important to share this right now.

11/25/2024

https://phoenixalchemicalarts.com/

Hey, everyone! Healing Arts has transformed and is now Phoenix Alchemical Arts. I am going deeper with the healing work I do and expanding my services beyond bodywork to support my clients in their own transformations. I am finally offering energy healing and holistic wellness coaching as standalone services. You can now see my schedule and request an appointment online. Check out the link below. Blessings!

PHOENIX ALCHEMICAL ARTS – Greensboro, NC Transformative Healing for Body, Mind, and Spirit Discover a sacred space where ancient wisdom and modern practices unite, guiding you towards deep healing, growth, and authentic living. Welcome to Phoenix Alchemical Arts Located in Greensboro, NC A space f...

08/27/2024

When I have a little space between clients I often study up on the techniques I use to take my understanding to deeper levels. I am spending much more time these days on the energy work practices that got me into the field of healing arts to begin with.