“She is nothing short of mind blowing! Her insight is breathtaking. She has the ability to see my true self, the embodiment of my greatest potentials.
She heard the call of my destiny, and provided practical suggestions to help me tune into my wisdom. She looked deeply into parts of myself that live in the realm of spirit and imagination, empowering me to embrace things I was afraid of. Fear was blocking my development as an individual.
She confirmed visions and dreams I have with such great accuracy! Having that confirmation fills me with courage.
She helped illuminate hidden aspects of my personality that desperately want to emerge and helped me see my pathway so clearly.”
~ Alicia Hashem, Lifestyle Coach, Harmony Cultivator & Founder at In Harmony
“artemisia teaches with an open heart and a big smile. While her practice is rooted in alignment and spirituality, I love that she invites her students to play in yoga class.
artemisia’s classes challenge and inspire me to love myself deeply.”
~ Vanessa Vasquez
“I felt as if I was being cradled in the womb in candlelight hot stone yoga. It was the best experience I’ve had in a yoga studio.”
“artemisia’s presence, love and support is truly a gift that she brings to each session.
My relationship with myself has changed in the time I’ve worked with her; I am better resourced to tap into my own power and intuition and understand my needs.
I’ve worked with many different counselors and therapists. What artemisia brings that is so special is a gentle, powerful and loving way of holding space, along with an ability to ask high-quality questions. artemisia has the ability to understand complex feelings and intuitively create a session with lasting impact.”
~ Ashley Anderson
“artemisia’s strong, nurturing presence facilitated powerful healing experiences for me in the sessions we shared. She perfectly balances intuitive and technical knowledge, while holding space for my own inner process to take place.
Compassionate, joyful and authentic. Highly recommended.”
~ Rebecca Harris, Yoga Instructor
“I started taking artemisia’s classes in the midst of my last stressful semester at Humboldt State University and I couldn’t have chosen a better time (except SOONER).
The welcoming and encouraging atmosphere of the class coupled with the radiant beauty (inside and out) and positivity that seemed to nearly explode out of artemisia has cultivated feelings inside of me that I had never experienced before. I would leave class literally glowing.
After weeks, not only did my physical body feel amazing (in great shape feeling strong and able) but my attitude and outlook on myself, those around me, and the world was also transforming.
In one of the first classes I took, she said to us, “The one you’re looking for is the one who is looking.” That statement has changed my life and has taught me that I am complete in every single way and I have everything I need inside of me to do whatever it is I need to do in life.
artemisia’s classes always have underlying messages that help immensely with everyday life situations. Her class is more than a workout for your body, it is an uplifting experience that inspires you to delve into your mind and spirit.
Just thinking about her awesomeness brightens my day and reminds me of all the things she has taught me through her yoga classes.”
~ Antonia Morzenti
A dear friend of mine highly recommended a healing session with artemisia. artemisia’s wisdom, attunement, and pure magic were unforgettable. She both led and safely held me through a deep journey that uncovered so many treasures that had been concealed below the surface. artemisia is a magnificent medicine woman, and the session has had a lasting impact. Among other benefits, it acted as a catalyst for me to step into belly dance, an ancient art that is teaching me so much about my body and leading me toward more freedom of expression and joy. 🙏🏼✨ HIGHLY recommend!
Kat R., Yoga Instructor, Registered Nurse
“artemisia’s heart opening was powerful and accurate. The visions she saw have since taken place, and I am so happy to have the feelings of gratification and confirmation I currently have.”
~ Kerry McNamee, Natural Resources Scientist
“The first time I experienced yoga with artemisia, it was outside on a beautiful, warm and sunny Sunday morning. Her class was a great combination of meditation and physical release, challenging yet surprisingly calming for the soul.
She is incredibly in tune with the participants, offering careful guidance to better the yoga experience. artemisia’s infectious smile and positive energy left me with an inner balance and peace that you can’t help but take with you throughout your day.”
~ Robert Jensen
“Endless thanks for your contribution in collaboration with The Healing Circle. Your presence fully encapsulated all that we hope to give to our participants.
Thank you for allowing us to recognize that divinity through yoga.”
~ Hanakekua Kekaulike, The Healing Circle
“It is great to be in artemisia’s presence — she is strong and confident and I feel like I am in good hands with her. I trust her advice and her knowledge of yoga. I know I had a unique yoga session and I can say it was exactly what I hoped for.
I wanted to clear up some alignment questions and she did that. artemisia helped me correct some things and helped me to more fully and beautifully express myself in poses. She also added in some great tips for assisting/adjusting students!”
~ Sarah Trombley, Yoga Teacher
“I’ve met with artemisia for years, and our work together has been a vital aspect of my well-being spiritually, emotionally, and somatically. Her guidance has helped me move toward my own goals in ways that are sustainable, loving and efficient.
I have gained a deep appreciation for her empathy, unique perspective, and unmatched worldly experience. There’s no one like her, and she is a true inspiration for me in ways that have rippled out to positively impact those around me as well.”
~ Sydney C-D, Family Support Coach
“artemisia shines like a star in love with light itself! Her professionalism is unwavering as she guides the client through centering into a sacred place where healing naturally flows. My awareness was brought into alignment with highest intentional self discovery as she gently led me towards the inquiry necessary to open the right doors and ask the right questions.
She has the natural gift of intuitive healing from roots to sky and back again. She reminded me that everything is within us to become what our dreams wish to make true.
After only a few minutes of talking together, artemisia intuitively began seeing where my areas of healing needed to happen and yet she patiently allows the client to unravel the mysteries themselves for maximum growth. The powerful result is lasting and enlightening self-awareness, buoyed by a loving boost of confident affirmation to apply to everyday life.
She embodies a magically cultivated spirit of loving-kind power that penetrates the soul of one who is ready for growth. artemisia walks the walk and I don’t just recommend her healing sessions, I sing her praises as healer, guide and yogini extraordinaire because everything I have seen from her has, literally, changed my life.”
~ Peter Oakland
“I first found artemisia’s wonderful classes via Yoga for a Cause at Om Shala Yoga in Arcata. I was drawn in by the cause, which is artemisia leading a class to raise money for a local charity.
I was really pleasantly surprised by her personal attention to each student, and how she came by and gently moved us into the best positions.
There is something really special about a yoga teacher that cares, and I can really feel the love when she places warm eye pillows on our faces (yay! so nice!), or helps guide our movements with reassuring words.
Possibly the best part of her classes are these great philosophical jewelz she weaves in, for example, “As you are sweating and struggling remember — you are love having a human experience.” And bam, I’d be reunited with my intentions and saved from losing pure focus on love. Nice!”
~ Samyol Wyldcat
“artemisia teaches her yoga classes from the heart. She artfully fuses her knowledge, skill and love of yoga with her creative and poetic nature.
I always come out of her classes feeling happier, lighter and inspired. I’m inspired to try harder at my poses and then apply them outside of the studio.
I am so lucky to have stumbled into her classes, I am hooked!”
~ Micki Vetrie
“artemisia’s class has been a wonder for me and brought me back to my languishing yoga practice with enthusiasm and dedication.
artemisia brings a beautiful and uniquely effective mix of the physical, mental, emotional, musical, and spiritual to her teaching and guidance.”
~ Michael Furniss
“Resting in the deep peace brought on by a powerful soul retrieval that occurred in my session with artemisia shine. What a beautiful healer she is! artemisia is very adept at surrendering and allowing these wise energies to take shape and meaning through her with ease.
artemisia effortlessly feels through the silky strands of colors, words, images, and experiences and gently combs them into form. She honors them and then begins giving them a true expression. She is non-judgmental and without expectation and that grants her access to a fuller palette of what is in the moment with us.
It is healing to be seen without judgment, to have your tender energy witnessed and handled with care and shared back with you. She is watering the thirsty plant of her client’s deep heart. She has such a natural way of facilitating and witnessing. I am so relaxed in my self.
After a session with artemisia you can walk away feeling like you are a big Yes! Yes! I am beautiful. Yes! I am contributing to the world. Yes! It is good to be me. Yes! It is good to shine.
We did great work together.”
~ Maya Cooper, Hands on Healing, Energy Work, Intuitive Counseling and Mentoring
“I ♥ artemisia shine’s Hot Stone Yoga class. She really sets the stage for a serene yet powerful practice. You can tell it is important to her that EVERYONE in the room gets the most delicious experience possible.
The poetic flow, candles, aromatherapy, live sound, hot stones, and lavender head massage are NOT to be missed!”
~ Sarah Schuette, Owner of Dirty Business Soil Consulting & Analysis
“artemisia shine’s gift to yoga is like the sun’s gift to this planet: energizing, revitalizing, empowering, and enlightening!
The way she teaches class is like no other. By harmonizing all five senses, she guides you easily into an altered awareness. She creates a sacred space, where it is much easier to go deep into inner focus and joyous restoration. Meanwhile, her complete immersion into this collective atmosphere guides the class toward challenging themselves, but with compassionate fortitude and loving determination.
My favorite part of this class is when she gives us a reading to contemplate after 30 minutes of the best, most healing Savasana, thanks to the additional sound healing, aromatherapy, hot stones, and massage.
Her commitment and dedication towards ensuring the class is healing mind, body, soul, and heart is truly remarkable — leaving you feeling a more beautiful you.
This woman is certainly a healer and it just takes her smile to see that.”
~ Kyle Wannigman, Hypnotherapist
“artemisia is a FORCE for life, for love, transformation and healing. What is remarkable about her is that she is all of these things at the internal, interpersonal, communal and sociopolitical level all at once. She knows that love and justice are not separate and her work supports moving energy that is in service of individual healing and collective liberation.
I came to work with artemisia as a queer-femme, trauma-informed and responsive therapist and social worker, also committed to our collective liberation from systems of oppression. Just over six months into her somatic mentorship, I have been rearranged at a cellular, emotional and spiritual level in ways that I know will sustainably support my ongoing healing and the healing work that is uniquely mine to embody, offer and share.
As a highly sensitive, neurodivergent, deeply empathic person who can struggle to know ‘what is mine’ versus what is energy that feels like it is ‘in’ me but is none-of-my-business, artemisia has been a compassionate mirror and brilliant, hilarious comrade in welcoming the truth of this neurodivergence AND encouraging me not to shut myself down to the world.
It is rare, in my experience, to find a provider with the level of power, compassion, joy and integrity that artemisia embodies. She is a healer’s healer. It is an honor and privilege to work together. I cannot recommend her work, presence and heart enough.”
~ Jennie Knott, LICSW, Connection & Repair
“artemisia has helped me grow and has been such an excellent example to follow.
Working with her these past six months has changed how I feel about myself. It has shifted my perspective from what’s “wrong” with me toward how I can use my pain as a gift, all the while cultivating unconditionally loving patience with myself.
That has translated into more honest and fulfilling relationships with other people and is helping me learn how I can use this healing to be a healer myself.
Thanks for all the love!!”
~ Michelle Wurlitzer, Artist, Mindful Nest: Healing Thru Art
“This session was bountiful in meaning, love & infinite experience. I received a clear pathway to the expansion of the Universe and the wholeness of all that is.
What really worked was the energy — the space that artemisia creates and radiates around her. My body-mind + soul felt at ease and receptive to this experience.
The love and healing artemisia shares with others — in turn — is radiated + expanded far beyond our comprehension.”
~ Edith Rosen
“I ran into artemisia at a concert a week before I even knew who she was. I saw her at a distance dancing to the music, and I immediately sensed that she seemed free and at ease. A week later, she popped up on a Google search when I was looking up healers in my area, so I decided to give her a shot. It’s now been five years since I started working with artemisia.
What I appreciate most about artemisia is that she too has walked the path. That sense of freedom and ease I witnessed at the concert wasn’t always available to her. She had to do the hard inner work to be able to access that freedom and ease, and she continues to do the hard work every day. She doesn’t ask me to do anything she hasn’t done herself, and she truly embodies what she teaches. She’s wise, caring, intelligent, playful, and as she would say, “hella human.”
I once asked her about the common theme in the work she does with her clients, and she said it was to help them get free. And that’s exactly what she’s done for me. Today I am more present, more in choice, and more aligned with what matters to me. With artemisia I feel seen, I feel heard, and I feel truly cared for.
artemisia has been one of the most important and impactful people to come into my life. I am incredibly grateful (and lucky) to have had her on my team all these years.”
~ Robert Zacks, Enterprise Account Executive
“artemisia is incredibly talented at using multiple ways to help me see and experience both the internal patterns that restrict me and the potential for new ways of being. We shift between levels of consciousness, from manifestations in the body, to thoughts and feelings, to the higher level awareness of a meditative state. It is more possible for me to stay in my desired way of being, with less anxiety and complication. I can choose how to be. I’m more aware of my internal states. I feel more centered and able to be grounded in my life with less concern for the future. In my relationships, I am more free to express things that I was carefully guarding. In my work, I allow my higher self to be more present and moments of magic to come forth.
I am constantly amazed by how her knowledge springs from a deep place of knowing and how she is able to translate it into something that really, really works!”
~ Abrah Younger
“artemisia is amazing. She brings her strong open heart to each session. She exudes love and patience and seeks to find and establish connection with everyone she meets. I heartily recommend her services to anyone wanting a deeper connection with themselves.”
~ Stephanie Perrett
“My heart opening session with artemisia was like looking into a mirror, stretching forward and backward into eternity. Hearing her guide me through my own heart was a journey through multiple worlds and times, revealing to me a version of myself I’d forgotten but so desperately wanted to know.
artemisia was able to gently remind me of my true essence and to open my eyes to aspects of myself I was ignoring but that held incredible strength. She listened with grace and compassion to what I shared, then reflected powerful insights and changes in perspective.
I walked away with a feeling of expansion and a renewed sense of purpose. Her words and encouragement have extended far beyond our 90 minutes together.”
~ Robin Baker
“artemisia is a patient guide. Like the captain of a ship, she steered me home to my heart. Then, with her intuitive eye, she reminded me of that golden ocean place that I knew as a child. It was a tremendous reconnection with the beauty of my soul that I didn’t recognize.”
~ Laurie Birdsong, Massage Therapist & Yoga Teacher
“artemisia is my fav yoga goddess. She is the shiniest teacher ever! Her yoga class is world class and life changing; I always feel so alive and filled with light after her class.
You would be so lucky to get a spot in one of her classes
:-)”
~ Jay Hemenway
“That was the most exciting hour and a half of my life! Thank you for guiding me to my heart. It feels so amazing!! Your gift is undeniable and I wish everyone I love could be blessed by it. Thank you for opening yourself to be a vessel for the cosmic communication that is all around us and inside us. xoxoxo”
~ Hattie Miller
“It was a cloudy morning as I strolled in to meet artemisia for my heart-opening session. I had no idea what I was getting myself into, but as is usually the case when I see artemisia, I had no problem being confused, lost, and vulnerable.
I was greeted with a warm, genuine smile, and was asked to make myself comfortable as she quickly prepared some tea. If there were other times in my life when I felt so understood, so accepted, so “seen” for what I know is in me, I cannot, at the time of this writing, recall, and there seems to be something fulfilling about having been acknowledged in such a way.
We finished my session with me lying down, tears welling, with my emotions laid bare. artemisia patted my heart as she asked me what would help me to find comfort and nourishment.
I told her a salmon dinner and yoga in the sun, then we said goodbye, I walked out to my bike, and rode off to buy some salmon as the last clouds drifted south, leaving a beautiful blue sky and a bright, sun-shiny day.”
~ Jonathon Kuhn
“I feel I am in direct communication with my soul every day; however, never have I had the experience of hearing its voice with such clarity as I did with you. It has brought such certainty and powerful grounding to my life where once my guide had been trust and faith… now I move forward with confidence and strength feeling the conviction of my path in this world.
And now, in the beautiful way that it does, the Universe has already begun to unfold with the exact right people, opportunities and synchronicities necessary to fulfill this purpose.
Thank you artemisia for being a vessel of truth and a light in the darkness. Wisdom is such a powerful tool, and you wield it with such grace and humility!”
~ Oliver Scott-Tomlin, The High Path, Founder and Owner
“artemisia’s astounding generosity of spirit inspires a truly unique practice. Her boundless energy and warmth lift me from my own busy mind, my routines and earthly concerns every time.
Her class is truly a celebration of our magnificent selves: a dance that combines physical and mental discipline with play, deep soul-exploration and laughter.”
~ Ravenna Giannotta
“artemisia is an artist in her craft. From the moment we began our journey I felt immense tenderness, support and understanding from her. In her gentle way, she gave me permission to surrender to the process, allowing me to truly open my heart and see myself clearly.
Peeling away the layers one at a time, she encouraged vulnerability and honesty from me in a way I had not experienced in a long time. The connection I felt to my most authentic self was so palpable, I now feel like I have a tangible place inside myself to live from as I walk my path, and a place to return to if I lose my way.
Her insight into my process was genuine and inspired, coming from a place of deep listening. In her presence, I was able to uncover truths that I had been neglecting, allowing me to move forward with my life in a more aware, informed and awakened state.
This experience for me was PRICELESS!”
~ Morgan Cassidy
“I thought my heart reading with artemisia was sensational. Without hesitation she picked up on my current heart connections, dilemmas and dreams. She gave me solid info about a specific tone I could take in an upcoming oral presentation.
Her insights were warm, expanding and connected to spirit. Within a few moments of my session with her I knew she had the goods.
Also, her presence, physicality and inner demeanor are loving, expressive, inviting and all lead to joy and affirmation. I highly recommend artemisia as a gifted, loving healer.”
~ Jesse Austin, Traveling Storyteller, Writer & Creative Writing Instructor
“I have worked in both traditional and non-traditional mental health organizations professionally and personally. Both have their place in healing when used appropriately and can be used together. For complex issues, addressing them in multiple modalities can create profound results.
The work I did with artemisia in the weeks after my nephew’s murder was deep, powerful, and profound.
It helped me find a shred of peace when my world was shattered. It resonated in my body in a place that talk therapy was unable to reach at the time.”
~ Kat Alessi
“artemisia is amazingly caring and nurturing. It’s impossible to quantify, and even difficult to describe, the energy that she brings to the room.
She teaches with a sense of peace and serenity we sometimes lack in everyday life. She is an inspirational leader and an encouraging, supportive friend the moment you meet her.”
~ Tyson Rien
“artemisia is the most gifted counselor I have ever worked with. She is able to take me places in a single session that have taken weeks with other therapists, and reliably facilitates deep insight and lasting change in my life. From relationships, self-esteem, life direction, depression, there’s never been anything that has come up that artemisia hasn’t been able to help me work with. She’s talented, creative, deeply loving, honest, and dynamic — she can move between treating me like a loving mother and calling my bulls**t fiercely and clearly. She’s changed my life! I’d recommend her to anyone.”
~ Porter Eichenlaub
“I appreciate artemisia’s generous gift of spirit. She indeed does shine brightly and I am privileged to have those rays fall on me. I suspect that I would have felt that shine if I had only seen her at the grocery store.”
~ Cheryl Kelley, Artist
“Finding words to relate my experience with artemisia is like trying to describe a dream or an intense psychedelic experience. It’s almost beyond words. She was able to look inside me, into the dark corners of my heart and shine some light in areas that I’d been overlooking. I felt them, I knew of their presence but for one reason or another I had my blinders up.
At the time I was feeling sort of hung up in my spiritual practice. It’s like I was ready for the next step, but wasn’t sure what that was. In the end what we uncovered was that I was simply trying too hard. Studying and watching the clock when what I really needed was to let go, to trust in my heart, my intuitions and the wisdom that I’ve acquired in this life and in lives past.
Her insight and her ability to transcribe that insight is truly graceful, heartfelt and inspiring.
My Sankalpa or intention: “I see only beauty in my surroundings and it is my quiet strength which nourishes me and holds up the universe.”
Much Love!”
~ Matthew Bernet
“After counseling with artemisia, I feel I have found my truth again, my voice. I’m able to stand up for myself and have better resources in me to ask for what I need. artemisia has helped me see I am valuable and I am worth my own love.
The BEST thing about working with artemisia is the feeling that she is actually seeing you, in whatever form you are in in the moment. I’ve never felt so held, so seen, and so loved by someone as I have with her. If you are wanting a space to heal and to grow, work with artemisia.”
~ Adam Bustamante, Partner, Operations at Oscito
“artemisia’s session was a profoundly warm event. Her energy immediately soothed and warmed my heart and brought me into a safe space. Through her visions, she revealed myself to me. There are certain images and messages that the heart is trying to send and artemisia listens.
Skeptics beware, she will turn you upside down.
The images and dialogue shared with artemisia have continually helped me heal and figure out my life path since our first session.
I highly recommend this. It’s hard to describe without experiencing it for yourself.
~ Chelsea Anan”
“So glad I came to artemisia’s class! The hot stones were incredibly relaxing, especially after a wonderful, invigorating, asana class.
The hot stone therapy put me right in my body, and I left class feeling incredible.”
~ Joshua Hanna, Holistic Health Practitioner
“Healing for me is about re-establishing a relationship with any part that is at dis-ease. artemisia’s heart readings are one of the most effective practices I am utilizing to evoke this personal relationship.
The very words spoken in our sessions are now coming to life in this new series. She has helped me literally take my heart and throw it onto a canvas. Through this work, I am seeing my heart for what it truly is, divine.
This process is a personal one, but I have great hopes of it inspiring others to explore and connect with their own heart space.”
~ Jessica Albee, Artist
“The BEST thing about working with artemisia is going on a journey beyond the delusion of thoughts. What’s there? Home, oneness, truth.
artemisia sees beyond our form and holds up a mirror so that you/we may get a glimpse of the path of each of our three parts (body/mind/spirit). In this recognition we may move forward, reuniting our three parts so we may realize our infinite potential as beings beyond this form.
Being able to become a witness of our inner truth (or even a few pieces of our truth) will empower you to move forward in life realigned on the path of truth and one love. It is all within you already.
Don’t be scared to look in the mirror of your divine you. Let artemisia be your mirror. You may come to love what you see. So will we all.”
~ David Stickler
“artemisia does an amazing job of balancing her radically honest insights that may push your limits with her creation of a safe container where you feel her unconditional love. This balance allowed me to take bold risks and then scooped me up in her warmth and love when I broke through, got scared, and needed to feel safe.
As a result of my work with artemisia, I am more confident in loving others (both romantically and platonically). My love for others is now more free, relaxed, and greater in scope.
I think this has come about through specific, one-on-one work with artemisia, and also just by witnessing the beautiful way artemisia exists in the world. She is one of the best role models I have ever had in my life. Although I have lots more work to do on myself, after working with artemisia, I feel like I can live my life on my own terms in a way that just never felt possible before.”
~ Brian Westlander
“Your yoga class was such a joy to watch! Definitely heartfelt and passion-driven, you are a wonderful teacher and inspiring person.
I hope I can bring as much light and love into my classes and practice as I see in yours.”
~ Nena Natasha, Vinyasa Flow Yoga Teacher
You have an incredibly powerful presence and razor-sharp focus. When we start a session, I am empowered by your attentiveness to my process. I become more focused myself, more courageous, more efficient and motivated.
You lead me through my defenses toward my own inner wisdom with a clarity and understanding that must be inborn, and yet I know comes from much study and personal work on your part. You speak my language, intuitively channeling ancient yoga philosophy, Ayurvedic principles, hands-on healing, heart-centered energy work and fierce mama bear medicine.
You have held me in your lap as I cried like a young child. You bring me closer and into deeper connection with myself, a gift for which I am eternally grateful. I am full of love and gratitude for our meeting in this life. You are the most actualized healer I have ever known.
~ Allison L.
“When you are in a session with artemisia, she is completely present and focused on you. She is able to tune into the nuances of who you are and what you are feeling, providing validation and understanding of your emotional state.
She is also able to reframe these pieces, helping you see your life from a new perspective. She is a powerful, beautiful, and joyous individual. These qualities are infectious, so you will likely leave a session with her feeling the same way about yourself.”
~ Stina da Silva
“I am so pleased with artemisia’s class! It is up there on my very favorite things that I have ever done. It was perfect. Impeccable.
The rest of my evening after went really well too. Something about me was different in a really good way in my class at the dojo.
I know it’s just a small step on a very long path, but I am glad I took it and very grateful artemisia was there to show the way. She is an excellent teacher.”
~ Tom Jacobson, Northcoast Aikido Instructor
“artemisia consistently helps me see myself at a deeper level. She can express ideas and perspectives in a way that I can hear, and she supports me to express myself in a fun way!”
~ Costello, Crisis Counselor