Born and raised in Los Angeles, Deanna was first introduced to Pilates over 19 years ago through her classical ballet training at Pasadena Dance Theatre. Her drive to perform and share her love of movement took her to New York to train with Alvin Ailey, San Francisco with Alonzo King’s LINES Ballet, and Florida with Miami City Ballet. She has since performed with Aspen Santa Fe Ballet, Continuum Contemporary Ballet, and in a plethora of commercials and music videos. Pilates has since been the driving force behind her healthy career as a professional dancer. She received her classical Pilates certification through a 470 hour comprehensive program with Pilates Technique Inc. This, combined with her knowledge from a career in dance, has further developed her teaching methods in both Pilates and dance studios. Deanna strives to help each client improve their mind body awareness through flexibility, stretch, and movement play.
Iona is an intuitive healer and body worker with over two decades of experience as a licensed professional. They have awakened to their true nature as a highly sensitive, gifted healer who is passionate about supporting others on their unique path of awakened transformation. Iona’s service offerings include: Craniosacral therapy Myofascial release Cupping massage CBD oil massage for head/neck/shoulders/arms/hands or legs/feet Spiritual journeying, healing and guidance Iona specializes in trauma-informed care with an interest in serving those who are marginalized and oppressed, focusing on transgender individuals and the larger LGBTQ+ community.
We are interwoven into nature and cannot be separate from it. I am a licensed therapeutic acupuncturist trained in Japanese styles of acupuncture and physical medicine, custom herbal medicine, flower essence therapy, mindfulness and intuitive care to renew your inherent wellness. My primary clinical focus is mental health. My practice also includes: postpartum care & hormonal imbalances, pediatrics & adolescents, gut health, autoimmune disease, and body pain. Healing requires a willingness to grow. I'm here to help you thrive. Education I hold a M.S in Oriental Medicine (MSOM) from the National University of Natural Medicine. I've completed extensive instruction in various Japanese acupuncture styles from Traditional Japanese Medicine Seminars, and am engaged in ongoing mentorship with Bob Quinn, DAOM, LAc. I’m grateful for the classical herbal teachings of Michael Givens, LAc at The Valley Spirit School of Herbal Medicine, and the intuitive spiritual mentorship of the Lakot