2022 Natural Living Directory - Natural Awakenings Fairfield & Southern Litchfield Counties CT

2022 Natural Living Directory

In the April Issue: 2022 Natural Living Directory; Community Give-A-Thon to Benefit Hundreds of Local Charities; The Romance of Numerology; The Great Return to the Workplace; How to Invite Nature Back into Our Lives and Landscapes; Storytelling Connects Kids to the Natural World; Eating for the Planet; Buzz-Free Drinking; Technology Meets Nature; Pest Control for Pets;' Plus Much More...

2022 Natural Living Directory Letter From Publisher

Whatever your wellness goals may be, this special, mega, jam-packed edition of Natural Awakenings is sure to help you move forward on that journey. Read More »

2022 Business Spotlights

The following businesses are ready to help you achieve your health and wellness goals in 2022. Read More »

2022 Wellness Dream Team Profiles

Take Your Health to the Next Level: Build your Wellness Dream Team. The following practitioners and businesses are ready to help you achieve your health and wellness goals in 2022. Read More »

2022 Book Profiles

Enjoy these Book Profiles from these featured Authors and then click on their links to purchase the books online. Read More »

Community Give-A-Thon to Benefit Hundreds of Local Charities

Since its inception, record-breaking generosity has been the hallmark of Give Local Greater Waterbury and Litchfield Hills. The campaign will celebrate its 10th anniversary on April 26 and 27 Read More »

Making Healthy, Farm-Fresh Food Accessible to All

Everyone deserves access to healthy food. Real Food CT is a Newtown-based nonprofit that is running Giving Gardens Read More »

©2021 Barbara Soares

One Step at a Time

"Light will win over darkness." - Volodymyr Zelenskyy Read More »

Passport to Health & Wellness Expo Showcases The Holistic Community Professionals

The Passport to Health & Wellness Expo will be held this year on May 1 and October 16, from 10am to 4pm, at The Bristol DoubleTree by Hilton. Read More »

The Great Return to the Workplace: Navigating the New Normal of the Workplace Post-WFH

What a relief to be finally coming out of the pandemic and moving on with life these days. Or is it? Read More »

The Romance of Numerology

“Love does not consist in gazing at each other, but in looking outward together in the same direction.” ~Antoine de Saint-Exupéry Read More »

Academy for Soul Healing-Eilis Philpott

I am a master healer and teacher, certified in numerous modalities as both a practitioner and teacher. I am the owner and founder of the Academy for Soul Healing, which offers trainings in soul-level healing modalities. Read More »

Wayne Leiss, LMT, CAO

Adventures in Connection-Wayne Leiss

I am a Certified Essential Oil Coach, Symphony of the Cells Educated Professional, Licensed Massage Therapist, world traveler and Adventure Bound Healer. Read More »

Airbus Switches Focus to U.S.-Sourced Sustainable Aviation Fuel Blend

Airbus has begun delivery of all aircraft from its U.S. manufacturing facility located in Mobile, Alabama, with a blend of U.S.-sourced sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and conventional jet fuel. Read More »

AmpCoil-East Coast Center & OSYB

AmpCoil sessions, health coaching and spiritual counseling. The AmpCoil system is a modern, intelligently designed wellness tool that supports physical, emotional and mental well-being. Your body is like a musical instrument. Read More »

Beth Leas

Transformative healing sessions, intuitive readings, coaching programs, unique PlayShops—all designed to inspire and facilitate change in your life. Read More »

Bradford W. Tilden

Bradford Tilden, MM, CMT, UWT; Crystal Music Healing

I teach professional certification classes in Universal White Time (UWT) Healing. I perform sound healing meditations. I offer sessions in UWT Healing, Lemurian Intuitive crystal and sound healing, guided visualization and vocal activation coaching. I sell crystals, gemstones and original healing music. Read More »

Challenging Minds Wellness Center

Challenging Minds Wellness Center believes in treating the whole person through offering holistic service options, including: Reiki, massage, reflexology, yoga, meditation, breath work and an infrared sauna. Challenging Minds also offers mental health counseling, for both groups and individuals. Read More »

Dorina Leslie, LMT

Therapeutic massage therapy, reflexology, pre- and post-natal Mother Massage, the Alexander Method of Vibrational Sound & Energy Therapy and wellness coaching. Read More »

Alicia McKelvey

Dr. Alicia McKelvey - Medicine4LivingCT

Medicine for Living is an Integrative Medicine practice whose mission is to help clients achieve optimal health and disease prevention. Using powerful genomic tools, we are able to help patients understand aspects of their health and bodies previously unknown to them. Read More »

Veena Verma-Dzik

Dr. Veena Verma-Dzik, ND, FIAMA

Dr. Verma specializes in treating patients with Lyme disease and other vector-borne infections, women’s health, ADD/ADHD, GI conditions, MTHFR, mood imbalances, allergies, fatigue and hormonal imbalances. Read More »

Edge to Health-Renee Edge

I am a Functional Nutrition Coach, which means I take a holistic approach to health by incorporating food, sleep, stress, fitness and toxic environmental factors, in the effort to reduce the impact of stressors or specific diagnosis on the body. Read More »

Embody the Sacred-Deana Paqua, MA, LM

Classes, training and certification programs in cross-cultural energy medicine and contemporary shamanism for Reiki and holistic practitioners including Andean mysticism, core shamanism, Usui and Karuna Reiki, Integrative Energy Therapy and more. Read More »

EyeCare Associates, PC

EyeCare Associates and Dr. Randy Schulman have been serving Fairfield County as a leading provider of optometry services, vision care products, vision therapy, sports vision, neuro-optometric rehabilitation and preventive eye care for nearly 30 years. Read More »

Haute Healing Oasis

Haute Healing Oasis is a one-of-a-kind bio energy healing center featuring scientifically tested and internationally proven healing modalities that help the body heal itself naturally. Read More »

Healthful Harmony, LLC-Dr. Amy Wiesner

I offer Qest4 Bio-Energetic Screening, personalized homeopathic remedies, acupuncture, nutritional supplementation, herbal medicine, lifestyle medicine, dietary advice and more. Read More »

Hummingbird Sound Yoga LLC- Barbara (Bobbi) Soares

Sound and vocal yoga classes; sound healing immersions including gongs, bowls, tuning forks, voice, transformational energy/shamanic Reiki; humming meditation, toning, deep listening; sacred sound journeys/sound baths/sacred fire ceremony; workshops, group and private sessions; available for performances, presentations. Read More »

Neeru Kaushik and Neha Kaushik

Institute for Ayurvedic and Naturopathic Therapies

Ayurvedic and Naturopathic medicine allows for the treatment of a multitude of conditions and ailments. Read More »

Jenn T. Peterson

Jenn T. Peterson

I am a Certified Life & Business Coach trained by the Koelle Institute for Equus Coaching and a Shamanic Reiki Master Teacher with 15-plus years as a senior executive in advertising. Read More »

Gail Christie, Joyful Living Reiki

Joyful Living Reiki LLC

As a Holy Fire III Usui and Karuna Reiki Master Teacher, I help people tap into an ever-available flow of life force energy, develop enduring spiritual connections and release the energetic blocks to living focused, energized lives. Read More »

Lighter & Brighter Wellness - Susan Ahlstrom

I help women manage the stress and overwhelm of everyday life with holistic self-care techniques. Read More »

Nancy S. Scherlong, LCSW, PTR, CM

I offer life, wellness and creativity coaching as well as experiential and holistic psychotherapy. I utilize techniques such as EMDR and brainspotting, IFS, SE and expressive arts-based groups and workshops. Read More »

Rajayogini LLC: Berta Prevosti

Get the full studio experience from the comfort of home. Rajayogini.com is an online platform for meditation and yoga. We offer online classes in meditation and yoga, yoga teacher training programs, certifications, workshops, retreats and metaphysical studies. Read More »

Salt Cave of Darien

Our wellness destination offers a rich lineup of therapies and experiences: private cave rentals in our luxurious salt cave, couples/friends date night, salt cave sessions, massage and energy work, unique special events with local healers and weekly yoga classes. Read More »

Shirley Bloethe

Shirley R. Bloethe: Holistic Events/Wellness Promotions/Minister

Holistic and wellness matchmaking, holistic events coordinator, ceremonies, referrals and consulting for websites, marketing and collaborations. Business experience spanning more than 40 years in multiple small businesses, both brick-and-mortar and online. Read More »

Soul Healing Journey, LLC; Eilis Philpott

I am a master healer and teacher certified in numerous modalities. I offer soul-level healing, which clears blocks, obstacles and challenges that are preventing you from living your life to its fullest potential. Read More »

The Angel Cooperative in Ridgefield

The Angel Cooperative • The Angel Wing

The Angel Cooperative is a unique metaphysical and lifestyle boutique. Our mission is to be purveyors of positivity (POP), offering one-stop shopping for the home, body and soul. Read More »

The Mind Breathing Edge - Alexia Clonda

I am a ThetaHealing teacher and Mindset and Breathing Coach with over 20 years of experience. I help mothers and daughters create healthy relationships. Read More »

The Office of Dr. Michael Wald

Dr. Michael Wald started out as a doctor of chiropractic, then gained his master’s degree as well as two board certifications in nutrition. Read More »

The Transformation Center: Katie Augustyn

We offer group workshops and classes, including the monthly Spiritual Connection & Evolution Class on the second Saturday afternoon, Shamanic Clinics on Zoom the second Tuesday evening and monthly Satsang on Zoom the third or fourth Wednesday evening. Read More »

Touch of Sedona & Sedona Art

I am a purveyor of art and spirit. I consider my sister stores a center for spirituality, exploring creativity, expanding intuition and healing energy of the earth. I enjoy being in retail and being part of the healing community. Read More »

Two Coyotes Wilderness School

Two Coyotes Wilderness School

Two Coyotes Wilderness School is a nonprofit nature mentoring organization that connects people to nature, community and self. We design interdisciplinary programs that provide a dynamic environment for students to face challenges, engage their natural curiosity and cultivate an intrinsic love for learning. Read More »

Nicole Klughers

Vis Wellness Center-Nicole Klughers

As a licensed naturopathic physician, acupuncture specialist, former pharmacist and community educator, I offer all-natural solutions to restore optimal health and help people of all ages reclaim a life of energy, balance and joy. Read More »

Wolf Spirit Wellness

Wolf Spirit Wellness

Wolf Spirit Wellness and Counseling offers both traditional and alternative mental health counseling for individuals, families, couples and groups. Read More »

Act Natural Health & Wellness

Act Natural Health & Wellness was born of one woman’s passion to live a healthy life in today’s less than healthy world. Read More »

AngelHappiness with Robin Tesei

Robin Tesei is a spiritual coach, angel medium, spiritual teacher and healer, who works in partnership with the angelic realm to guide, spiritually awaken, enhance one’s inner wisdom, strengthen divine connections, release limiting beliefs and heal emotional and physical ailments. Read More »

New Insights Boutique

New Insights is committed to nurturing self-awareness and empowerment by offering tools, information and services to help heal and nourish one’s path to spiritual growth. Read More »

Nikken Wellness with Julie Clark

Nikken is a research and development company that has invested over 46 years to studying health and how to make our lives better. Read More »

Ronnie Ann Ryan

Past Life Reading with Ronnie Ann Ryan

Ronnie Ann Ryan has been a Love and Magical Life Coach for 20 years. She quickly zeroes in on the heart of the matter, offering keen insights from the highest source with compassion. Read More »

Gumdrops & Lollipops, by Dr. Moose

Dr. Moose has written a Dr. Seuss-inspired story based on the “Sam I Am” character in Green Eggs and Ham, to teach children how to say no to drugs. Read More »

Rewilding: A Woman’s Quest to Remember Her Roots, Rekindle Her Instincts, and Reclaim Her Sovereignty, by Kristy M. Vanacore

In Rewilding, Dr. Kristy Vanacore invites you into her raw and honest account of metamorphosing from near death and disassociation to resolving complex trauma Read More »

Airless Tires Increase Safety, Limit Waste

Michelin’s new airless tires don’t puncture, so they should last longer, which means fewer tires will need to be produced, thus limiting waste. Read More »

Avoid Formaldehyde to Sidestep Cognitive Problems

Workers exposed over years to formaldehyde may experience thinking and memory problems later in life. Read More »

Brian Sauder on Faith-Based Grassroots Change

Interview with Mennonite Reverend Brian Sauder, president and executive director of Faith in Place, a nonprofit that helps diverse faith-based groups become community leaders. Read More »

Glasses of fruity mocktail beverages made without alcohol

Buzz-Free Drinking: The Healthy Rise of Non-Alcoholic Beverages

The “sober-curious”—people experimenting with alcohol-free beverages as a way of prioritizing their health and fitness over a short-lived buzz—are changing America’s drinking culture. Read More »

Aerial view of Central Park in New York City

Climate Change Research in Central Park

The Central Park Climate Lab is a new initiative and climate partnership to study the impacts of climate change on urban parks. Read More »

Berberine plant

Consider Berberine and Probiotics to Improve Cholesterol

The plant alkaloid berberine and the probiotic Bifidobacterium breve work synergistically to significantly improve total cholesterol and low-density lipoprotein cholesterol levels. Read More »

Backyard landscaped pond to invite wildlife

Creating a Wild Space at Home

How to create wild spaces in yards, including what and where to plant and how to manage the land. Read More »

Illustration of person holding stop sign next to food waste going into trash bin

Eating for the Planet: Diet for a Climate Crisis

Our food choices influence the environment and climate change. Here are sustainable tips to make our diets healthier for us and the planet. Read More »

Bok choy on wooden cutting board

Eat Lots of Fiber to Improve Melanoma Outcomes

A new type of immunotherapy that enables T-cells to fight cancer cells is proving hopeful for people with melanoma, and a study has found that a high-fiber diet improves the effectiveness. Read More »

Glass bottles of milk with food labels of expiration dates on top

Expiration Dates: When to Eat or Toss Food

How to make sense of expiration labeling—those ambiguous “best before” or “sell by” dates—to help reduce food waste. Read More »

Himalayan mountains

Himalayan Glacier Retreat Bodes Consequences for Millions

Researchers have found that glaciers in the Himalayan Mountains are melting at an exceptional rate compared to other glaciers around the world. Read More »

Dogs scratching from fleas and ticks

Homemade Pest Deterrent for Dogs

Recipe for an all-natural pest deterrent that will help a dog avoid a good percentage of the pests they encounter. Read More »

Canadian goose flying

Industrial Farming is Bad for Birds

Researchers at the University of British Columbia found that increased farm sizes resulted in a 15 percent decline in bird diversity. Read More »

Chart illustrating biodiversity loss

Large Study Addresses Indigenous Biodiversity Decline

Simon Fraser University is engaging with Indigenous organizations, universities and other partners to highlight the problems of biodiversity loss and its implications for health and well-being. Read More »

Glass of non-alcoholic drink made with maple maple syrup and pear

Maple Pear Sparkler

This tasty, fizzy drink combines the flavors of maple syrup and fresh pear for an alcohol-free indulgence. Read More »

Bowl of mung bean curry

Mung Bean Curry

This recipe for mung bean curry is healthy for both our bodies and the planet. Read More »

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Nature Apps to Learn By

Nature smartphone apps to identify various plants and animals, submit wildlife findings, locate trails and more. Read More »

Child leaning on table looking at craft made out of acorns, pinecones, leaves and twigs

Nature Speaks: Storytelling Connects Kids to the Natural World

Weaving storytelling into nature programs helps children understand their outdoor experiences and develop an appreciation for wilderness. Read More »

Dog running through flowers and grass outdoors

Pest Control: Keeping Dogs Safe from Ticks and Fleas

Natural alternatives to protect dogs from ticks and fleas that are both effective and non-toxic. Read More »

Plasticware going into disposal bin

Plastic On its Way Out at National Parks

Poll finds that 82 percent of registered U.S. voters responding would like the National Park Service to stop selling and distributing single-use plastic items. Read More »

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Practice Good Dental Care to Lower Heart and Cognitive Risks

A whopping 47 percent of U.S. adults over 30 have periodontal disease, and the consequences can be severe for their physical and mental health. Read More »

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Scrap Vegetable Stock

Make delicious stock out of leftover vegetables with this eco-friendly recipe. Read More »

Glasses of margaritas made without alcohol with salt on rims, sliced limes and pitcher

Sour Mock-a-Rita

A healthy, non-alcoholic, sugar-free recipe for margaritas. Read More »

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Spirited Strides: Power Walk to Better Fitness

Power walking – taking longer strides and using the arms to propel motion – amps up cardiovascular benefits and takes metabolic conditioning to another level. Read More »

Artists painting on canvas on easels outdoors

Spring is a State of Mind

Spring, in all her punctual glory, teaches us the vital necessity to court our passions, and there is no better time than now. Read More »

Hands holding smartphone taking picture of plant outdoors

Technology Meets Nature: Apps Bring Us Closer to Flora and Fauna

We can enhance our nature experiences with these smartphone apps that identify plants and animals, interact with scientists, share knowledge and observations, and contribute to science. Read More »

Mass of monarch butterflies on plant in nature

Why We Need Wild Places: How to Invite Nature Back into Our Lives and Landscapes

Saving wild places is critical for human health and well-being. Here are ways to create spaces, including our lawns, that are hospitable to wildlife and native species. Read More »

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