Join DeAnna Carpenter and Danielle Washington in this restorative and experiential container of relaxation, energetic alignment and full-body attunement – just in time for the Summer Solstice!

What is reiki? A Japanese energy healing modality that helps move stuck and stagnant energy, thus creating a pathway for relaxation, reduced stress, restful sleep and an overall sense of wellness and wellbeing.

When paired with a guided meditation and intentional breathwork – all sealed and suspended in an immersive soundscape – you will emerge from this offering with greater calm, clarity, and a sense of awareness and assuredness. The perfect experience to gift yourself for the summer season.

About the Teachers

DeAnna Lynette Carpenter is a healing artist, ceremonialist, and student of life. Inspired by Nature and the joy of lived experiences, DeAnna brings presence, perspective, creativity, appreciation for beauty and innocence, love of people and the land, authenticity, grounding, compassion, curiosity, enthusiasm, and wisdom to every space she encounters. The author of two books, Lessons from the Fall and In My Solitude, and the vocalist/producer of her first album, Tsunami, DeAnna is the founder of She Who Builds LLC, a certified Kundalini Yoga teacher, a Rite of Passage Doula, musician, and sound practitioner.

www.shewhobuilds.com / Instagram @shewhobuilds

Danielle Washington is more than just a Yoga Therapist and Reiki Master; she’s a spiritual guide for women of color seeking to prioritize their self-care in a world that often demands they put themselves last. With a rich blend of holistic practices, from Yoga Therapy to Reiki and mindfulness coaching, Danielle’s offerings are a haven for those navigating the relentless pace of modern life. Her brand, “Hella Well with Danielle,” is a testament to her personal journey of healing and transformation, and it’s designed to help others find their own path to inner peace and wellness.

www.hellawellwithdanielle.com
Instagram @hellawellwithdanielle

What to Expect:

• Sound Bath: Immersive tones of various instruments to support deep relaxation and energetic rejuvenation.

• Reiki: A Japanese energy healing modality that will help move stuck and stagnant energy

• Guided Breath Meditation: Simple breathing practices to quiet the mind and balance the nervous system.

This class is designed for all levels—no prior experience needed. Come as you are, ready to exhale, restore, and settle into the nurturing embrace of winter’s calm.

Please bring your own yoga mat and eye mask, and any yoga props you prefer.  Dress warm in layers

Reiki is a Japanese energy healing practice that uses light, hands-on touch to channel "universal life energy"  to promote relaxation and well-being. This vital spiritual energy activates the body's natural healing processes, detoxifying it of both physical and emotional blockages while bringing deep relaxation and calmness. Sessions are free and scheduled by appointment.

Each session is approximately 1 hour—schedule according to open availability.

Emancipate Yourself from Mental Slavery: Mindfulness/Meditation for Women’s Liberation

This class includes dialogues about the benefits of a regular meditation practice specifically geared towards women, girls, those who identify as such as well as non-binary people. We will learn about Goddess terminology and iconography as well as about the feminist trilogy of the virgin, mother, and crone and stories about each stage in their development.

Each class will include breathing awareness/exercises as well as the nuts and bolts of a meditation session (posture, timing, comfort level, breathing) followed by a guided meditation and ending with a certain amount of silence (as time permits). There will also be time for questions at the end of class. There is a focus on using group practice to move from theoretical perspectives about "meditation" to an actual daily practice that serves to strengthen our ability to cope with our day to day stressors and uncomfortable realities.

The class is intended to introduce women and girls to the concepts of mindfulness and meditation through the use of short dialogues and live, guided meditations. Both beginners and experienced meditators are welcome to take this class. Classes will build on each other yet drop-ins are always welcome. Goddess terminology is referenced during the class.

Emancipate Yourself from Mental Slavery: Mindfulness/Meditation for Women’s Liberation

This class includes dialogues about the benefits of a regular meditation practice specifically geared towards women, girls, those who identify as such as well as non-binary people. We will learn about Goddess terminology and iconography as well as about the feminist trilogy of the virgin, mother, and crone and stories about each stage in their development.

Each class will include breathing awareness/exercises as well as the nuts and bolts of a meditation session (posture, timing, comfort level, breathing) followed by a guided meditation and ending with a certain amount of silence (as time permits). There will also be time for questions at the end of class. There is a focus on using group practice to move from theoretical perspectives about "meditation" to an actual daily practice that serves to strengthen our ability to cope with our day to day stressors and uncomfortable realities.

The class is intended to introduce women and girls to the concepts of mindfulness and meditation through the use of short dialogues and live, guided meditations. Both beginners and experienced meditators are welcome to take this class. Classes will build on each other yet drop-ins are always welcome. Goddess terminology is referenced during the class.

Reiki is a Japanese energy healing practice that uses light, hands-on touch to channel "universal life energy"  to promote relaxation and well-being. This vital spiritual energy activates the body's natural healing processes, detoxifying it of both physical and emotional blockages while bringing deep relaxation and calmness. Sessions are free and scheduled by appointment.

Each session is approximately 1 hour—schedule according to open availability.

Emancipate Yourself from Mental Slavery: Mindfulness/Meditation for Women’s Liberation

This class includes dialogues about the benefits of a regular meditation practice specifically geared towards women, girls, those who identify as such as well as non-binary people. We will learn about Goddess terminology and iconography as well as about the feminist trilogy of the virgin, mother, and crone and stories about each stage in their development.

Each class will include breathing awareness/exercises as well as the nuts and bolts of a meditation session (posture, timing, comfort level, breathing) followed by a guided meditation and ending with a certain amount of silence (as time permits). There will also be time for questions at the end of class. There is a focus on using group practice to move from theoretical perspectives about "meditation" to an actual daily practice that serves to strengthen our ability to cope with our day to day stressors and uncomfortable realities.

The class is intended to introduce women and girls to the concepts of mindfulness and meditation through the use of short dialogues and live, guided meditations. Both beginners and experienced meditators are welcome to take this class. Classes will build on each other yet drop-ins are always welcome. Goddess terminology is referenced during the class.

Reiki is a Japanese energy healing practice that uses light, hands-on touch to channel "universal life energy"  to promote relaxation and well-being. This vital spiritual energy activates the body's natural healing processes, detoxifying it of both physical and emotional blockages while bringing deep relaxation and calmness. Sessions are free and scheduled by appointment.

Each session is approximately 1 hour—schedule according to open availability.

Emancipate Yourself from Mental Slavery: Mindfulness/Meditation for Women’s Liberation

This class includes dialogues about the benefits of a regular meditation practice specifically geared towards women, girls, those who identify as such as well as non-binary people. We will learn about Goddess terminology and iconography as well as about the feminist trilogy of the virgin, mother, and crone and stories about each stage in their development.

Each class will include breathing awareness/exercises as well as the nuts and bolts of a meditation session (posture, timing, comfort level, breathing) followed by a guided meditation and ending with a certain amount of silence (as time permits). There will also be time for questions at the end of class. There is a focus on using group practice to move from theoretical perspectives about "meditation" to an actual daily practice that serves to strengthen our ability to cope with our day to day stressors and uncomfortable realities.

The class is intended to introduce women and girls to the concepts of mindfulness and meditation through the use of short dialogues and live, guided meditations. Both beginners and experienced meditators are welcome to take this class. Classes will build on each other yet drop-ins are always welcome. Goddess terminology is referenced during the class.

Reiki is a Japanese energy healing practice that uses light, hands-on touch to channel "universal life energy"  to promote relaxation and well-being. This vital spiritual energy activates the body's natural healing processes, detoxifying it of both physical and emotional blockages while bringing deep relaxation and calmness. Sessions are free and scheduled by appointment.

Each session is approximately 1 hour—schedule according to open availability.

Emancipate Yourself from Mental Slavery: Mindfulness/Meditation for Women’s Liberation

This class includes dialogues about the benefits of a regular meditation practice specifically geared towards women, girls, those who identify as such as well as non-binary people. We will learn about Goddess terminology and iconography as well as about the feminist trilogy of the virgin, mother, and crone and stories about each stage in their development.

Each class will include breathing awareness/exercises as well as the nuts and bolts of a meditation session (posture, timing, comfort level, breathing) followed by a guided meditation and ending with a certain amount of silence (as time permits). There will also be time for questions at the end of class. There is a focus on using group practice to move from theoretical perspectives about "meditation" to an actual daily practice that serves to strengthen our ability to cope with our day to day stressors and uncomfortable realities.

The class is intended to introduce women and girls to the concepts of mindfulness and meditation through the use of short dialogues and live, guided meditations. Both beginners and experienced meditators are welcome to take this class. Classes will build on each other yet drop-ins are always welcome. Goddess terminology is referenced during the class.

Reiki is a Japanese energy healing practice that uses light, hands-on touch to channel "universal life energy"  to promote relaxation and well-being. This vital spiritual energy activates the body's natural healing processes, detoxifying it of both physical and emotional blockages while bringing deep relaxation and calmness. Sessions are free and scheduled by appointment.

Each session is approximately 1 hour—schedule according to open availability.

Emancipate Yourself from Mental Slavery: Mindfulness/Meditation for Women’s Liberation

This class includes dialogues about the benefits of a regular meditation practice specifically geared towards women, girls, those who identify as such as well as non-binary people. We will learn about Goddess terminology and iconography as well as about the feminist trilogy of the virgin, mother, and crone and stories about each stage in their development.

Each class will include breathing awareness/exercises as well as the nuts and bolts of a meditation session (posture, timing, comfort level, breathing) followed by a guided meditation and ending with a certain amount of silence (as time permits). There will also be time for questions at the end of class. There is a focus on using group practice to move from theoretical perspectives about "meditation" to an actual daily practice that serves to strengthen our ability to cope with our day to day stressors and uncomfortable realities.

The class is intended to introduce women and girls to the concepts of mindfulness and meditation through the use of short dialogues and live, guided meditations. Both beginners and experienced meditators are welcome to take this class. Classes will build on each other yet drop-ins are always welcome. Goddess terminology is referenced during the class.

Reiki is a Japanese energy healing practice that uses light, hands-on touch to channel "universal life energy"  to promote relaxation and well-being. This vital spiritual energy activates the body's natural healing processes, detoxifying it of both physical and emotional blockages while bringing deep relaxation and calmness. Sessions are free and scheduled by appointment.

Each session is approximately 1 hour—schedule according to open availability.

Emancipate Yourself from Mental Slavery: Mindfulness/Meditation for Women’s Liberation

This class includes dialogues about the benefits of a regular meditation practice specifically geared towards women, girls, those who identify as such as well as non-binary people. We will learn about Goddess terminology and iconography as well as about the feminist trilogy of the virgin, mother, and crone and stories about each stage in their development.

Each class will include breathing awareness/exercises as well as the nuts and bolts of a meditation session (posture, timing, comfort level, breathing) followed by a guided meditation and ending with a certain amount of silence (as time permits). There will also be time for questions at the end of class. There is a focus on using group practice to move from theoretical perspectives about "meditation" to an actual daily practice that serves to strengthen our ability to cope with our day to day stressors and uncomfortable realities.

The class is intended to introduce women and girls to the concepts of mindfulness and meditation through the use of short dialogues and live, guided meditations. Both beginners and experienced meditators are welcome to take this class. Classes will build on each other yet drop-ins are always welcome. Goddess terminology is referenced during the class.

Emancipate Yourself from Mental Slavery: Mindfulness/Meditation for Women’s Liberation

This class includes dialogues about the benefits of a regular meditation practice specifically geared towards women, girls, those who identify as such as well as non-binary people. We will learn about Goddess terminology and iconography as well as about the feminist trilogy of the virgin, mother, and crone and stories about each stage in their development.

Each class will include breathing awareness/exercises as well as the nuts and bolts of a meditation session (posture, timing, comfort level, breathing) followed by a guided meditation and ending with a certain amount of silence (as time permits). There will also be time for questions at the end of class. There is a focus on using group practice to move from theoretical perspectives about "meditation" to an actual daily practice that serves to strengthen our ability to cope with our day to day stressors and uncomfortable realities.

The class is intended to introduce women and girls to the concepts of mindfulness and meditation through the use of short dialogues and live, guided meditations. Both beginners and experienced meditators are welcome to take this class. Classes will build on each other yet drop-ins are always welcome. Goddess terminology is referenced during the class.

Emancipate Yourself from Mental Slavery: Mindfulness/Meditation for Women’s Liberation

This class includes dialogues about the benefits of a regular meditation practice specifically geared towards women, girls, those who identify as such as well as non-binary people. We will learn about Goddess terminology and iconography as well as about the feminist trilogy of the virgin, mother, and crone and stories about each stage in their development.

Each class will include breathing awareness/exercises as well as the nuts and bolts of a meditation session (posture, timing, comfort level, breathing) followed by a guided meditation and ending with a certain amount of silence (as time permits). There will also be time for questions at the end of class. There is a focus on using group practice to move from theoretical perspectives about "meditation" to an actual daily practice that serves to strengthen our ability to cope with our day to day stressors and uncomfortable realities.

The class is intended to introduce women and girls to the concepts of mindfulness and meditation through the use of short dialogues and live, guided meditations. Both beginners and experienced meditators are welcome to take this class. Classes will build on each other yet drop-ins are always welcome. Goddess terminology is referenced during the class.

Reiki is a Japanese energy healing practice that uses light, hands-on touch to channel "universal life energy"  to promote relaxation and well-being. This vital spiritual energy activates the body's natural healing processes, detoxifying it of both physical and emotional blockages while bringing deep relaxation and calmness. Sessions are free and scheduled by appointment.

Each session is approximately 1 hour—schedule according to open availability.

This class includes dialogues about the benefits of a regular meditation practice specifically geared towards women, girls, those who identify as such as well as non-binary people. We will learn about Goddess terminology and iconography as well as about the feminist trilogy of the virgin, mother, and crone and stories about each stage in their development.

Each class will include breathing awareness/exercises as well as the nuts and bolts of a meditation session (posture, timing, comfort level, breathing) followed by a guided meditation and ending with a certain amount of silence (as time permits). There will also be time for questions at the end of class. There is a focus on using group practice to move from theoretical perspectives about "meditation" to an actual daily practice that serves to strengthen our ability to cope with our day to day stressors and uncomfortable realities.

The class is intended to introduce women and girls to the concepts of mindfulness and meditation through the use of short dialogues and live, guided meditations. Both beginners and experienced meditators are welcome to take this class. Classes will build on each other yet drop-ins are always welcome. Goddess terminology is referenced during the class.

Reiki is a Japanese energy healing practice that uses light, hands-on touch to channel "universal life energy"  to promote relaxation and well-being. This vital spiritual energy activates the body's natural healing processes, detoxifying it of both physical and emotional blockages while bringing deep relaxation and calmness. Sessions are free and scheduled by appointment.

Each session is approximately 1 hour—schedule according to open availability.

This class includes dialogues about the benefits of a regular meditation practice specifically geared towards women, girls, those who identify as such as well as non-binary people. We will learn about Goddess terminology and iconography as well as about the feminist trilogy of the virgin, mother, and crone and stories about each stage in their development.

Each class will include breathing awareness/exercises as well as the nuts and bolts of a meditation session (posture, timing, comfort level, breathing) followed by a guided meditation and ending with a certain amount of silence (as time permits). There will also be time for questions at the end of class. There is a focus on using group practice to move from theoretical perspectives about "meditation" to an actual daily practice that serves to strengthen our ability to cope with our day to day stressors and uncomfortable realities.

The class is intended to introduce women and girls to the concepts of mindfulness and meditation through the use of short dialogues and live, guided meditations. Both beginners and experienced meditators are welcome to take this class. Classes will build on each other yet drop-ins are always welcome. Goddess terminology is referenced during the class.

Reiki is a Japanese energy healing practice that uses light, hands-on touch to channel "universal life energy"  to promote relaxation and well-being. This vital spiritual energy activates the natural healing processes, detoxifying the body of both physical and emotional blockages while bringing about deep relaxation and calmness. Sessions are free and scheduled by appointment. Each session is approximately 1 hour.

This class includes dialogues about the benefits of a regular meditation practice specifically geared towards women, girls, those who identify as such as well as non-binary people. We will learn about Goddess terminology and iconography as well as about the feminist trilogy of the virgin, mother, and crone and stories about each stage in their development.

Each class will include breathing awareness/exercises as well as the nuts and bolts of a meditation session (posture, timing, comfort level, breathing) followed by a guided meditation and ending with a certain amount of silence (as time permits). There will also be time for questions at the end of class. There is a focus on using group practice to move from theoretical perspectives about "meditation" to an actual daily practice that serves to strengthen our ability to cope with our day to day stressors and uncomfortable realities.

The class is intended to introduce women and girls to the concepts of mindfulness and meditation through the use of short dialogues and live, guided meditations. Both beginners and experienced meditators are welcome to take this class. Classes will build on each other yet drop-ins are always welcome. Goddess terminology is referenced during the class.

In honor of Black History Month, this candlelit yoga and sound bath experience is rooted in the powerful affirmation that rest is a form of resistance. Inspired by the teachings of Tricia Hersey and The Nap Ministry, this gathering invites us to reclaim rest as a sacred, liberatory act in a culture that glorifies exhaustion—especially for Black bodies and communities.

Held on February 17, during the New Moon and Lunar New Year, this evening carries the energy of renewal, intention, and new beginnings. The new moon asks us to turn inward, while the Lunar New Year marks a collective threshold into a fresh cycle—making this an especially potent time to slow down, listen deeply, and set intentions rooted in restoration rather than productivity.

Through gentle movement, stillness, and immersive sound healing, we will create space to soften, exhale, and remember that rest is not a reward, but a right. Open to all, this practice centers the wisdom that slowing down is a way of healing, restoring dignity, and honoring ancestral resilience.

RSVP Here: https://forms.gle/jgkc5hWXKYGH9bw29

This six session series will focus on examining the characteristics of healthy relationships. Each week will offer in depth discussion on a different characteristic. Meetings will be at 10:30AM -12:00PM each Thursday with a new topic of discussion:

- Nov 20th, 2025: Mutual respect and trust
- No meeting in December as we recharge for the new year
- Jan 22nd, 2026: Honesty, equity and consent
- Feb 19th, 2026: Compromise, interdependence and quality time
- Mar 19th, 2026: Safety: emotional, psychological and physical
- Apr 23rd, 2026: Reflective listening and emotional self regulation
- May 21st, 2026: Effective communication and conflict resolution

Come join us for light refreshments and engaging conversation on how to have healthier relationships in your life - romantic, friendship and family.

As autumn invites us to release and return inward, join us for an evening of slowing down in community. Join Shirley Johnson, certified yoga teacher & licensed psychotherapist, under the soft glow of candlelight. This gentle yoga and sound bath experience will guide you into deep rest and renewal. Allow the slowing rhythm of the season to remind your body how to soften, surrender, and release.

Join Shirley Johnson – LMFT, herbalist, yoga teacher, and sound healer – for 60 minutes of gentle, accessible movement, plant meditation, sound healing, and tea. We’ll begin promptly at 6:00 PM and close with an optional 15-minute conversation space for those who’d like to stay

What to Expect:

• Gentle Yoga: Slow, soothing postures to unwind tension and ground into the body.

• Guided Breath Meditation: Simple breathing practices to quiet the mind and balance the nervous system.

• Sound Bath: Immersive tones of crystal bowls and gong to support deep relaxation and energetic rejuvenation.

This class is designed for all levels—no prior experience needed. Come as you are, ready to exhale, restore, and settle into the nurturing embrace of autumn’s calm.

Please bring your own yoga mat and eye mask, and any yoga props you prefer.  Dress warm in layers.

Join us for an afternoon of self-care, wellness, and learning how to reset your nervous system, led by Kamailia Williams, LMFT. Light snacks and refreshments will be provided.

Join us for a virtual journey of exploration and attention to self-development, self-care and self-healing. In this experiential program, we will explore how intentional space design and self-care rituals can inspire and motivate personal growth, restoring well-being. 

We invite women 60 and older to join us for a special afternoon tea designed to create space for connection, reflection and meaningful conversation about aging in the Bay Area.

Enjoy pastries, tea and good company while we come together to share stories on aging gracefully and how we are navigating aging in our current times.

Join us for an afternoon of self-care led by Kamailia Williams, LMFT. Through her integrative approach she will help you reconnect with your authentic self by blending somatic therapy, expressive arts (movement, dance, music), and elements of cognitive and spiritual healing. Come as you are, and give yourself this time to learn to reset your nervous system. Light snacks and refreshments will be served. This event is being offered as a part of our Wellness programming.