Answer the call.
Real stories of embodied change
Every journey is unique, yet many start from a familiar place.
Below are real stories of transformation from people who felt called to this work.
CYNDI R. | Legal Professional | California
★★★★★
❝ Working with Emel has been a transformative experience for me. I've worked with therapists for most of my life, but this was my first time with a somatic practitioner, and I now realize it was exactly what my mind and body had been missing.
In the past, I've spoken about my trauma somewhat matter-of-factly, but Emel has a gentle, intuitive way of helping me connect to the physical sensations of my pain while I talk about it. From our very first session, I felt incredibly safe with her--a safety I hadn't realized I was longing for. That sense of trust allowed me to let go in ways I never had before, leading to a release of emotions I hadn't experienced since I was a child.
Emel is truly skilled at what she does, and I'm so grateful to have found her. If you're considering somatic work, I can't recommend her highly enough.❞
MICHELLE Y. | High Tech Professional | California
★★★★★
❝Working with Emel has touched my soul. She is a kind, compassionate, and insightful human. She has the gift of listening in a warm, enveloping, yet understanding way where she unearths truths and teases patterns I wasn't able to detect in myself.
Emel has walked with me in seasons of uncertainty and transition and taught me to ground ... as well as acknowledging, regulating, and embracing emotions. I am able to now face struggles with kindness and compassion.
She is a breath of fresh air, a warm blanket, and an insightful voice that has guided through my various walks these past few months. Her personal experiences have also added so much comfort and relatability. She is amazing!❞
KORI H. | Botanical Grower | California
★★★★★
❝Emel is pure magic. Her ability to see through and untangle the complex webs of shame and conditioning hiding me from myself, recognize critical patterns, and piece together potent revelations with whatever I bring to a session is unmatched. The space she stewards is warm, deeply rooted, alchemical, and expertly crafted to meet her clients exactly where we are on any given day.
If you are longing to be deeply seen, held, believed in--and to have your own innermost beauty, power, and sparkling magic coaxed into the light for you to discover anew--it is time you met Emel!❞
CHARLES H. | Technology Professional | California
★★★★★
❝Emel is able to connect and resonate on an incredible level. She's an inspiration on tuning in to what I'm feeling and embracing it, owning it, and manifesting that energy in a constructive manner.
Each conversation with her is as comfortable as one with an old friend, who happens to have next level skills and wisdom. The epiphanies we've uprooted, and the techniques she's taught me have been epic. And we've only just begun.
I can't imagine not having started these sessions. Her personality is warm and caring and she has a keen intuition. She often knows where I'm mentally leading before I get there. She is professional obviously, but this is more than that. Her mind and spirit are in tune with her profession. Call it a hybrid between profession and trade, because this truly is a calling.❞
NINA S. | Legal Professional | California
★★★★★
❝Emel is able to help me find clarity and I always walk away with a feeling that the world is lighter. I have found a tremendous value in her approach across both my personal and professional life. She guides me beyond the weeds where many of us tend to get stuck when we face a challenge, and into the bigger picture, the underlying cause.
No matter what I bring to her, she has an ability to help me see deeper, get to the heart of the matter, connect with what I truly want and empower me to take the next best step.
At the same time, she makes me feel she truly cares and is invested in what I am facing. Almost like my problems are her problems. Finally, they say "therapy is hard work" and I expected coaching to be this way. But it never feels like hard work with Emel. It feels empowering, enlightening, and fun.❞
ED T. | Business Owner | Georgia
★★★★★
❝She is calm, patient, understanding, and has a passion for helping you discover what is holding you back from living a flourishing life.❞
ANANYA S. | Graduate Student | California
★★★★★
❝Emel has been instrumental in discovering and addressing patterns that I was not even aware existed! Her approach, focused on not only alienating the "why" behind a feeling/reaction/pattern, but also the physical "how" (how they manifest in the body and what they are trying to communicate) has allowed me to better understand and respect my authentic self.
As a young adult in a period of transition, I feel lucky to have found the treasure that is Emel. I will be entering my next stages of life with more awareness, self compassion and confidence, and the readiness to embrace diverse experiences and facets of myself that emerge as I continue to grow.❞
BLAYNE W. | Healthcare Executive | California
★★★★★
❝Emel is a true treasure. She has been supporting me through a difficult season of transition and I'm so grateful for her empathy and wisdom. She adds so much value and has helped me gain clarity on the challenging situations I've been working through.
She's helped me develop tools that I can use to stay grounded and calm in any situation. Emel is truly kind, compassionate, professional, and free of judgment. It is very clear to me that she cares deeply about people and the work she does. I would recommend her to anyone looking for personal development and growth.❞
JUDIANNE W. | Doctor | California
★★★★★
❝I have been working with Emel for over a year now and wow!!! She has helped me prioritize my life, reduce stress and in general appreciate my life. I can’t say enough wonderful things!❞ANONYMOUS | Digital Creator | California
★★★★★
❝I’ve been working with Emel for the past six months through weekly and bi-weekly sessions to address some marriage and emotional challenges. Emel has been incredibly helpful throughout the process, offering valuable guidance and practical techniques.... These tools have made a real difference in managing difficult situations and improving my emotional well-being. I truly appreciate Emel’s support and expertise. It has been a very helpful and positive experience.❞
ALYSSA C. | HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL | California
★★★★★
❝I’ve avoided traditional therapy for years because of bad experiences and feeling like it never worked for me.
Working with Emel was a game-changer. She introduced me to new techniques that were simple yet incredibly effective. Instead of letting me spiral into oversharing, she helped me stay focused, which made the session so impactful. Even weeks later, I’m still reflecting on that session and how powerful it was. I’m so grateful for Emel’s approach and guidance!❞