About Us
Our teachers and therapists are certified and experienced in their respective fields of yoga, meditation, bodywork, and massage. We adhere to the highest of ethical standards as determined by the appropriate certifying and oversight organizations. We are here to share our knowledge and skill sets, so that our clients and students feel empowered on their journey to find optimal health and a more conscious way of living.
Amber Davey
she/her(s)
Co-owner, Massage Therapist, Teacher, Teacher Trainer, Yoga Therapist in training
Amber Davey, CMT, LMT, E-RYT500, TIYT
Amber believes wholeheartedly in the yogic concept of SEVA, or selfless service. Any wisdom or knowledge attained through the practices of yoga must be shared with others. Her own adverse childhood experiences set her on a lifelong path of healing and transformation. "I'm so grateful for the many people and professionals who have been put in my path as teachers. Every one of them changed the trajectory of my life for the better. It is my sincerest wish to continue to grow, and help others with the same wish to grow." Amber strives to teach from her own lived experiences, and believes that "yoga is embodied education" (Neil Pearson).
Individual and small group yoga and meditation instruction.
Community outreach, education, and corporate wellness classes offered online or on site by appointment.
Certifications/Accreditations: 2023 Yoga Therapist in training (IPYT); 2023 Pain Care Aware Groups Teaching; 2020 Trauma Informed Level 1; 2018 Co-director of teacher trainings at Living Yoga Kansas; 2018 Continuing Education Provider (YACEP); 2014 Yoga Teaching Certificate; 2008 National Certification Massage & Bodywork; 2008 Massage & Oriental Bodywork (800 Hour)
Courtney Bensch
Co-owner, Massage Therapist, Teacher
Courtney Bensch, CMT, LMT, RYT200
2022 yoga teaching certification from Shambhavananda School of Yoga-yoga and meditation;
Yoga Alliance Registered teacher -200 hour
2008 Graduate of Kansas College of Chinese Medicine-600 hour Massage and Oriental Bodywork
2006 Graduate of Friends University BA in Science
Individual and small group yoga sessions available online and in person. Visit the yoga page for ongoing class schedules
Heidi Barker
Co-Founder, Massage Therapist, Teacher, Teacher Trainer
HEIDI BARKER, E-RYT200, CMT Yoga, Meditation, Massage Therapy Heidi Oblinger-Barker CMT, ERYT200: 1991 graduate of the University of Iowa, 1998 graduate of the Chicago School of Massage Therapy, 2003 Institute of Interdisciplinary Yoga Studies teacher training, 2012 meditation teacher certification from Shambhavananda School of Yoga, 2013 yoga teacher certification from Shambhavananda School of Yoga, 2017 trauma informed yoga teacher certification from Sundara Yoga Therapy. 2018 Yoga Shield Yoga For First Responders Ambassador. Yoga Alliance registered yoga instructor-ERYT 200 hour and continuing education provider at 200hr level. Individual and small group yoga and meditation instruction offered in online and in person in office and on site. Workshops and Community Outreach education offered online and in person on site Visit the yoga page for online class times
Vickie Carter
Co-Founder, RN, Cranial Sacral, Lymphatic Drainage
Vickie Carter is an RN with over 25 years experience providing Cranial-Sacral and Lymphatic Massage Therapies in several holistic health settings in the Wichita area. She received her training from the Pledger and Chikly Institutes. These blended therapies address chronic pain and dysfunction; reduce the effects of stress; help to strengthen the immune system and reduce swelling post-surgery or trauma.
Kristen Ivy
Teacher
Kristen Ivy: 2020, 25 hour certificate, Chair Yoga for Every Body; 2019, 200-hour teaching certification from Shambhavananda School of Yoga; 2017, 20-hour certificate Next Generation Yoga Teacher Training for children ages 2-7; 1994, MS in Higher Education Administration and 1988, BA in Social Work and Spanish from Kansas State University. Chair Yoga for all and Yoga for Kids and Families. Individual or small group yoga sessions can be scheduled.