About McKenzie

“The universe is an example of love. Like a tree. Like the ocean. Like my body. Like my wheelchair. I see the love.” - Ram Daas

I am a lover of the outdoors, an endlessly curious student, and a seeker of deep connections. I enjoy and grow through expressive arts like dancing, writing, and painting. If you see me in my spare time, I am likely in the garden, on a hike with my wife and dog, in a yoga practice, or tending to my soul through plants and nature. I feel a deep sense of gratitude when other humans allow me the honor of participating in the health and wellness of their mind, body, and spirit.

My background as a Registered Nurse allows me to bring a unique blend of clinical and alternative expertise into my practices and offerings. In my time serving communities as an RN, I have held a wide range of experiences within acute and critical care, reproductive and women’s health, end of life care, and much more. My professional and personal health experiences have instilled in me a deep understanding of the physical, emotional, and spiritual aspects of well-being and highlighted the many obstacles and stressors humans face when needing to seek or receive care from the current health systems. Before becoming a nurse and healer, I worked as crisis responder, case manager, patient advocate, caregiver and nanny.  

“What I know about living is that the pain is never just ours. Every time I hurt I know the wound is an echo, so I keep listening for the moment the grief becomes a window, when I can see what I couldn’t see before.” - Andrea Gibson

I am filled with appreciation to be joining CSC in a capacity where I can support others in feeling more embodied and holistically aligned to their goals and understanding of themselves. I believe in a collaborative and creative approach to care, where every individual’s unique experiences and needs are at the forefront of our work together. It is my hope that after our sessions, humans feel more confident in caring for their own bodies and spirits and connecting to their internal wisdom as their guide. My services adapt with the seasons and community need but include herbalism, end of life and abortion doula services, nourishment coaching, movement therapies, support for chronic pain and illness, patient education, advocacy and support navigating healthcare systems.

If you are seeking a deeper understanding of yourself, searching for wholeness through connection and creative expansion, wishing to integrate holistic practices into your daily life, or needing some extra support navigating healthcare, my services may be a helpful addition to your routine and rituals. I am always happy to chat further or answer your questions. And until we connect, from one soul to another alive at the exact same moment in time, I hope you are well, and I am sending you love.

“And here you are living. Despite it all.” – Rupi Kaur

You can also learn more about McKenzie in this interview on YouTube.