Embrace Balance: The Power of Energy Healing in Unsettling Times

Embrace Balance: The Power of Energy Healing in Unsettling Times

In today’s rapidly changing world, stress, anxiety, and emotional fatigue have become part of everyday life. Many are seeking deeper healing beyond the surface—a return to balance, peace, and wholeness. This is where energy healing practices like Reiki and Shiatsu offer powerful, restorative support (activating the parasympathetic nervous system by channeling “Universal Life Force” to unblock stagnant, low vibration energy within the body).

At Sonoma Moons Healing Center in Occidental, California, we believe that healing is so much more than just stress relief—it's a journey back to your most authentic self. With over 30 years of expertise in the healing arts, our founder has curated a unique fusion Reiki energy healing, traditional Shiatsu therapy, therapeutic massage, and holistic spa treatments to create transformative wellness experiences for couples and individuals.

redwoods in west sonoma county offer a peaceful retreat for a reset.

Whether you're navigating emotional overwhelm, physical discomfort, or spiritual fatigue, this integrative approach supports deep energetic realignment and renewal. Nestled in the coastal redwoods of West Sonoma County, this new healing sanctuary is a place to rest, reset, and reconnect with your inner vitality.

energy healing offers a profound grounding experience, a “reset”, calling upon “universal life force” to help unblock low vibration energy trapped in the body.

Now more than ever, self-care is not a luxury—it's essential. Discover the profound benefits of energy healing and allow yourself to be held in a space where your well-being is the priority.

Experience true healing at Sonoma Moons Healing Center—Occidental’s destination for holistic renewal. Pair this experience with an overnight stay at a local Inn or lodge within walking distance for a self-care getaway.

Book your personalized session today and start your journey back to balance.

Slow Travel Itinerary for Couples: Reset together at Sonoma Moons Healing Center in Occidental, CA

Reiki couples relaxation at Sonoma moons healing center, nestled in the coastal redwoods of Sonoma County, california

In today's fast-paced world, more couples are embracing the slow travel trend—seeking deeper connection and shared experiences over rushed itineraries. For those craving meaningful moments together, Sonoma Moons Healing Center in the charming town of Occidental, California, offers a perfect escape.

A Signature Sonoma County Experience

signature sonoma county experience for couples swaigned to facilitate a meaningful pause together.

Tucked in the heart of wine country, Sonoma Moons specializes in restorative wellness experiences designed for couples. The highlight? Mellow Mates – Signature Couples Relaxation Session—a deeply intentional experience for two people— combining:

Sonoma County signature experience—a one of a kind ouples relaxation session

  • Japanese Energy Healing (Reiki & Shiatsu) to clear blocked energy, both individually and between partners

  • Mindfulness Practices that bring couples into deeper presence with each other

  • Thai Massage with Assisted Stretching to promote relaxation and flow

  • Spa Treatments to soothe and restore

couples session starts with tea service featuring locally sourced herbal tea blends.

This curated session is ideal for couples at any stage— before moving in together, before marriage, before baby, post-baby, or even empty nesters—offering time to pause, reconnect, and realign—with a reboot to your whole system (mentally, physically, spiritually, emotionally and energetically).

Make It a “Slow Travel” Itinerary

Start your Sonoma County getaway on a summer Thursday—for better lodging rates + a local farmer’s market not to miss.

Begin with a shared wellness experience…a couples session at Sonoma Moons to set the tone for relaxation & presence on this journey together…

followed by a stroll through the Occidental Farmers Market (May through October), then wander through this charming town’s quaint shops and galleries.

quaint inn nestled in the coastal redwoods of Sonoma County, CA...walking distance to Sonoma Moons Healing Center
quaint dining at Hazel Restaurant in Occidental, CA-part of a slow travel itinerary for a Sonoma County getaway

Stay at a cozy local inn, (check out The Inn at Occidental,

with a wine bar & spacious guest rooms with fireplaces, large soaking tubs & private balconies (walking distance to Sonoma Moons, Farmer’s Market and shops).

Grab dinner to go from the Farmer’s market and head to the coast (a short scenic drive on epic Colman Valley Road to Hwy 1, for a sunset picnic on one of the many Sonoma Coast beaches…

or, enjoy a farm to table dinner—check out Hazel Restaurant in Occidental (without driving anywhere) and embrace a slower pace… with an after dinner stroll back to the cozy Inn.

sunset picnic on sonoma coast overlooking Goat rock


By combining wellness, nature, and authentic local charm, this slow travel itinerary delivers more than just a getaway—it’s a shared journey designed to strengthen your connection on all levels.

Reiki Self-Care Ritual for unconditional love

Reiki Self-Care Ritual for unconditional love

Reiki is a gentle but powerful healing technique that can easily be incorporated into your daily routine. It helps on a physical level, with daily stress reduction, as well as mental & spiritual level, deepening connection to self & spirit.

Try these Simple Reiki Self-Care steps to open the heart chakra & help with forgiveness.

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