SWIHA Blog

Life is a journey; for Bri Senter, it has been a profound tapestry of challenges, triumphs, and transformation. As a recent graduate of the Integrative Healing Arts Practitioner program at the Southwest Institute of Healing Arts (SWIHA), Bri’s story is a powerful testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the transformative power of holistic coaching.

At the heart of Holistic by Nature – Women’s Health is Clementine Coutantic, a dedicated Integrative Health Professional, Women’s Health Expert, and National Board Certified Health Coach (NBC-HWC). Clementine’s journey to becoming a health and wellness coach has been deeply rooted in her passion for empowering women to reconnect with their bodies, minds, and environments to achieve optimal health and well-being.

Before discovering SWIHA, Tanya had already achieved an impressive academic milestone—a Master’s Degree in Health and Human Performance. However, something vital was missing. Despite her knowledge of research methods, metabolic pathways, and academic writing, she longed for practical tools to genuinely help people transform their lives. “SWIHA provides this,” Tanya explains, emphasizing SWIHA’s unique, hands-on approach to holistic health education. Tanya’s journey is a shining example of how passion, education, and a deep commitment to helping others can converge into a meaningful career.

Coaching is more than a profession—it’s a calling to create safe spaces for transformation. Lori Dye, founder of Village of Islands Yoga & Wellness, embodies this ethos. Her journey from social work and hospitality to coaching and holistic wellness is a testament to the power of aligning passion with purpose.

Natalie DeVaney, a graduate of the Health and Wellness Coaching program at the Southwest Institute of Healing Arts (SWIHA), has dedicated her career to empowering individuals on their journey toward health and personal transformation. Her story is one of passion, compassion, and a deep desire to help others reconnect with their paths after life’s challenges.

In the world of holistic health and wellness, few stories resonate as deeply as that of Keisha Peele, the inspiring founder of Healing InnerG - Holistic Health and Wellness Center. With a background that weaves together years of experience and a passion for helping others, Keisha has crafted a unique coaching style that empowers individuals to achieve holistic balance in their lives.

Life often presents challenges that can feel isolating or insurmountable—especially for those navigating the complexities of hearing loss. Maureen Covinsky, founder of Hear 2 Hear U, is a SWIHA Life Coaching Graduate who has turned her personal journey with hearing loss into a mission of empowerment, guidance, and connection for others.

Meet Kayla O’Connell, founder of Mazy’s Garden, a business rooted in spiritual counseling, coaching, and metaphysical products. Kayla’s passion lies in guiding individuals through transformative journeys, helping them heal their minds, bodies, and souls as one. Her path to becoming an Integrative Healing Arts Practitioner and coach is as inspiring as the work she does every day.

Coaching is a transformative profession, rooted in helping individuals unlock their full potential. Few embody this mission more authentically than Gwendolyn Bailey, the founder of Resilience Wellness Coaching and Consulting, LLC. As a graduate of the Holistic Health and Wellness Coach program at the Southwest Institute of Healing Arts (SWIHA), Gwendolyn combines personal growth with professional expertise to create lasting change in her clients’ lives.

Amber Gomez, the founder of Cerebral Awakening, is a proud graduate of the Integrative Healing Arts Practitioner program. Her journey into the world of coaching is as inspiring as her approach to helping clients rediscover their inner light.