The practice of mindfulness is the practice of joy. It is an art of living.
Thich Nhat Hanh
welcome…
I am an educator, speaker, and wellness coach who understands the profound impact of anxiety, stress, trauma, and grief on the mind-body connection. Through years of studying mindfulness, yoga, and meditation, I cultivated resilience and deep healing.
My own journey allowed me to release old stories and patterns that no longer served me and step into a more grounded, balanced way of living. Today, my intention as a teacher is to support and optimize my clients’ well-being by sharing practical, compassionate mindfulness practices that foster clarity, emotional resilience, and inner peace.
Offerings
-
Learn the art of wellness with Yoga, Meditation, Breath work and Mindfulness Practices set amongst the stunning backdrop of the historic Jamaica Inn, in Ocho Rios, Jamaica.
-
The Mindfulness Pilot Program was offered to four schools in the Forsyth County School system in the fall of 2019. Juniors at Forsyth Central High School participated as a daily elective as well as to 8th graders at Lakeside Middle School.
-
Mindfulness training is a component of sports psychology essentially teaching mental skills or brain training. Studies show that athletes who are trained in the practices of mindfulness are better able to regulate emotions, perform under pressure, reduce risk of injury, reduce distractions, and have better motor control. Additional benefits are reduced anxiety, depression, PTSD symptoms, improved immunity, and reduced inflammation in the body.
-
Interested in bringing an expert on Mindfulness in Education to your school district? Hear from Ashley how to bring mindfulness into a school district from her own experience creating a pilot program in her district, training teachers how to use Mindfulness for self-care, and why mindfulness increases focus, engagement, and builds resilience in students.
-
Meditate with me on Insight Timer.
2024 NEWS
Beyond honored and thrilled that the Model Schools Conferences recognizes our district as an “Innovative District” for the Mindful Breathing Program - read more about the program and watch a teaser here:
"My life has truly been transformed by practicing mindfulness, and I have Ashley to thank for it. She introduced me to the practice and has nurtured me as I have grown in my abilities to live a more mindful life. I now meet life where life is rather than wishing it were different. The present moment is a powerful, peaceful place to be!"
— Cheryl, Client
"I grew up looking at food like it was my enemy. I was taught to do so; therefore, I grew up carrying a lot of shame when it came to eating. I beat myself up endlessly anytime something "bad" passed my lips. Ashley taught me to eat mindfully, and I was shocked by the simplicity of the practice; yet it changed forever how I view food. I no longer am a shameful eater. I now celebrate life through the nourishment of food."
— Julie, Client
"Ashley has a mission to teach mindfulness to those who may never have the opportunity to learn it. She has been volunteering at Persevere, teaching mindfulness to prisoners who are readying to return to civilian life, and want to "do" life better. Her training has changed the lives of many. Persevere thanks Ashley for all that she has brought to our population nationwide."
— Persevere Reentry Manager
“Ashley has been a wonderful guide through the world of Mindfulness and Meditation. Since I have been seeing her, my panic attacks are gone and I have been much more relaxed and accepting of events in my life.”
— Tamara Eaton, Formerly Incarcerated