Welcome! 

I'm Ouida.
I serve as a guide, coach, witness, and compassionate presence, here to walk with you on the path toward embodied transformation

I am here to serve those who feel called to transform —

those who sense a deeper truth within themselves, yet feel held back by patterns, pain, or uncertainty. My own path has been one of awakening through challenge. I have walked through moments of profound change alone, leaving relationships that no longer aligned with my soul, navigating waves of anxiety, and learning to listen to the quiet wisdom within. Each trial became an initiation. Each step, a doorway into healing and greater wholeness.

 Mind-Body Coaching is a sacred journey inward—an invitation to reconnect with the wisdom of your body and the stillness of your inner knowing. Rooted in somatic practices and mindfulness, this work gently guides you through the layers that obscure your truth. Through deep presence and conscious action, you are supported in dissolving old patterns, aligning with your soul’s vision, and nurturing more authentic, loving relationships.

We live in a world of constant connection—information streams in 24/7, and we can reach across the globe in an instant. Yet so many of us feel deeply disconnected from ourselves, from our bodies, and from a sense of inner peace.

Mind-Body Coaching offers a return. It is a client-centered practice grounded in compassion, acceptance, and presence. This work invites you to slow down, come home to your body, and listen for the quiet wisdom that lives within.

Together, we begin by clarifying your goals and setting a clear intention for your journey. Each session blends centering practices, reflective inquiry, and gentle movement or stillness—offering a pathway back into the body, where insight and transformation can unfold.

In this space, your body becomes the guide. It holds the wisdom you need to navigate change, release what no longer serves you, and move forward with greater clarity, alignment, and ease.

 Benefits of Heart-Centered Somatic Guidance

Clarity & self-awareness

Radical acceptance

Inner peace

Awakening to and sensing possibility

Feeling abundant

Developing your spiritual gifts

Get in Touch

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After walking through my own traumas and emotional wounds—and discovering the resilience that followed—I now hold space as a guide for others on their path of healing and growth.

If you feel ready for personal transformation and are committed to doing the inner work, I invite you to connect with me.
Click here to schedule your FREE clarity call—a chance to explore what’s possible, together.

Sessions may include…

Mindfulness Practices

to slow down and decondition old patterns

Somatic Practices

to access more awareness of the body's innate wisdom

Usui Reiki

to move energy and create space

Movement Practices

to release, unfold, and integrate what is shifting

Session goals are guided by clients' stated intentions, as well as my anchoring intention to work with the whole person: physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, and energetic.

Testimonials

  • “ The room was refreshing, lightly scented and bright and even though masks had to be worn, I was calm and relaxed. Ouida was absolutely amazing, I didn't know exactly what to expect but the energy was something I've never experienced but look forward to doing again.”

    Kay Hairston -Reiki

  • “I recently visited 18 Springs Community Healing Center and it was exceptional. My reiki session with Ouida was everything I needed that day. My energy was shifted and I felt so light afterwards. My heart and spirit felt more energetically open for release. I particularly appreciated our brief time after the session where Ouida shared some really pertinent information and suggestions with me that have already deemed helpful in my healing journey. Ouida is a gentle yet powerful treasure and I plan to continue working with her on my journey! So grateful to know her!! Thank you!!!"”

    Elisha Covington

  • “Ouida is not only a healer but a teacher. During our session, she provided a safe, non-judgmental container for me to express my feelings. Her intuitive sense picked up on things I was feeling. Not only was the session itself helpful in my healing journey and gave me what I needed, she provided practical easy tips to perform each day or as needed in certain situations. They take very little time, are no cost, and provide a big impact. Ouida is a gift to me and I'm thankful to have found her!"”

    Jane Daniel

  • “I found Ouida, treatment to be amazing and very Spiritual experience. I will treasure it for the rest of my life. That's how wonderful the session with Ouida was for me.”

    Teresa Johnson

  • "I recently visited 18 Springs for a reiki session with Ouida. It was nothing short of AMAZING. The room was well lit and allowed just enough sun in for energy absorption. She made sure I was comfortable throughout the session and spent time doing brief counseling afterwards to offer insight and inspiration! I left feeling energized! I definitely will be returning! very professional and Ouida brings a great deal of medical knowledge to her sessions. Ouida shows a high level of integrity and knowledge. She has a very calm and reasonable approach to her sessions. I am very pleased with my results. I plan to visit with Ouida often."

    Raven Patten

  • "I had m first ever reiki session and Ouida made the experience phenomenal! I truly didn’t know what to expect from this session but she was very knowledgeable and helped me understand many of the things that came up during our session and she was spot on. She has such a kind and beautiful spirit which makes you feel welcomed and relaxed. Thank you so much Ouida ❤️"

    Amillia Payne

About Me

  • B.A. - Criminal Justice

    Salem College, United States, Graduated 2016

    • Healing Touch

      • Healing Without Borders 2014

    • Reiki I and II

      • Shining Light Reiki and Reflexology  2018

    • Herbal Medicine Making-Chestnut School of Herbal Medicine 2021

    • Mindfulness

      • Forsyth Technical Community College 2021

    • Integrated Somatic Trauma Therapy

      • Embody Lab 2021

    • Ordained Minister

      • Universal Life Church 2021

    • Non-Violent Communication Foundations-Level 1-Presence and Possibility 2022

    • Love As A Force For Social Justice-Stanford 2022

    • Mind Body Coaching

      - Embody Lab 2023

    • Resonance Language with Sarah Peyton - July 2024

After years of feeling disconnected from my body—and disheartened by the limitations of allopathic medicine—I began seeking deeper answers. What I found was a path toward healing and wholeness that honored my body, spirit, and inner wisdom.

Since 2014, I’ve studied healing traditions from multiple lineages, including Healing Touch, Reiki, and Niasziih. I hold certifications in Usui Reiki I & II, Mindfulness, Integrated Somatic Trauma Therapy, Mind-Body Coaching, and Herbal Medicine Making. My journey continues through the practices of Nonviolent Communication and Resonance Language—approaches that center compassion, authenticity, and relational depth. Alongside these practices, I am engaged in self-study of Numerology, Astrology, and Human Design, which continue to offer profound insight into the unique blueprint of the soul.

As a compassionate presence, I will walk beside you as you reconnect with your wise heart. In this space, you will be seen, heard, and honored as you return to your most authentic self. Through Mind-Body Coaching, you can move from:

  • Disconnection to awareness

  • Heaviness to lightness

  • Anxiousness to calm

  • Survival to thriving

Our work together supports greater self-expression, emotional freedom, and fulfillment in the present moment. This is your space to reclaim your power and reconnect with the innate wisdom that lives within—your Wise Heart.

If you’re ready to reconnect with your body and move toward what you truly desire, let’s explore whether working together feels aligned. I’m already cheering you on—just for being here and reading these words. You deserve a life that reflects your deepest truth.