FEELINGS
A First Aid Kit for Embodied Emotions
with Kate Shela + Amber Ryan
and guest teacher Monica Ramos Tapia
joined by Dr. Tiffany Grimes + Dr. John Huang
June 10th – 12th
on Zoom
REGISTRATION IS CLOSED
Feelings are really the beginning and the basis of thinking. We think from feelings which allows us to collect evidence and decipher information and make decisions.
Brian Eno
Guest Teacher
Monica Ramos Tapia is an experienced wellness specialist with a history of working in the health and fitness industry. Highly regarded for founding successful wellness programs for new studios, hotels and reviving and rebranding established locations. With 20 years of teaching experience, Monica is skilled in Mindfulness, Wellness Coaching, Yoga, Therapeutic Massage, and Stress Management. Most recently, Monica worked for over a decade at the world renowned Harmony Hotel in Nosara as the Director of Well-Being, working closely with hotel guests, the community and hotel employees through workshops, one on one sessions and program development. Monica’s passion for awakening awareness through the body is rooted in the offering of Yin Yoga classes, a splendid balance for the dynamic practice of dance.
Dr. Tiffany Grimes holds a doctorate in Counseling Psychology from The University of Georgia and has specialized training in health and LGBTQIA2S+ issues. She has an expertise and passion for intersectional, multicultural inclusion and liberation. She was born and raised in Mobile, Alabama. Her southern roots and unique experiences across the globe have shaped her eclectic views and ability to deeply connect with others. Tiffany first became curious about mental health at a young age, as she and her family grappled with the misconceptions and realities of living with a loved one diagnosed with schizophrenia. Tiffany is dedicated to serving individuals and communities that have historically been erased. Through holistic methods, her work aims to integrate the mind, body, and spirit to prioritize and optimize health and healing.
Dr. John Huang is a clinical psychologist who obtained his Ph.D. from the University of California at Santa Barbara. He specializes in working with trauma and depression. He has worked with combat veterans at the Long Beach VA since 2006 and also treats clients in his private practice. He integrates holistic approaches such as meditation, tai chi, drum circle, and sound. Dr. Huang enjoys playing didgeridoo and Native American flute to help clients ground and relax. In 2005 he became an initiated Firekeeper as part of the Sacred Fire Community. He holds monthly ritual space for the community for the purpose of connecting and healing. In 2019 he was initiated as a weather worker in the Nahua tradition of the central highlands of Mexico. He takes part in ceremonies to ask for beneficial weather and express gratitude to the weather beings.