:: Biography : Melanie Reed ::

The roots of Melanie's faith are richly grounded in the essence and spirit of
Christianity. She has the spiritual gifts of faith, intercession, and teaching. With this strong
foundation she embraces holistic healing and is passionate about the
mind-body-spirit connection. She is a graduate of Oasis Ministries Spiritual Direction
for Spiritual Guides, a certified Meditating for Life Instructor,
Usui Reiki Master Teacher, and an Aviana Mindful Touch Therapy Practitioner.

In addition to spiritual direction, complementary healing, and meditation mentoring,
Melanie enjoys facilitating groups and workshops. In addition to spiritual direction,
complementary healing, and meditation mentoring, Melanie enjoys creating individualized
workshops and facilitating spiritual growth groups. To her, spirituality is the way one lives
their life; and it is her desire to companion and mentor those who want to be intentional
about their spirituality. Some might call her a joy coach; others call her a healer.
She considers herself a friend and teacher.

Professional Training
Soul Lightening Acupressure: A Stroke of Lightning for the Soul
Aminah Raheem, Ph.D., Bon Secours, MD, May, 2010

PinnacleHealth Hospice Direct Patient Care
PinnacleHealth Hospice, Harrisburg, PA, January, 2007

Aviana Advanced Mindful Touch Therapy
Nancy Schmitt, Harrisburg, PA, July, 2005

Aviana Mindful Touch Therapy
Nancy Schmitt, Harrisburg, PA, April, 2005

Shamballa Multidimensional Healing
Rhonda Shomper, Harrisburg, PA, February, 2005

Angel Communication Course
Candy Danzis, Mechanicsburg, PA, October, 2004

Manahprasada School of Meditation, Meditating for Life ™
Lynda Terry, Harrisburg, PA, February, 2004, to August, 2004

Reiki: Usui Shiki Ryoho Master/Teacher Degree
Gigi Jantos, Mechanicsburg, PA, May 2003

Oasis Ministries Spiritual Direction for Spiritual Guides
Camp Hill, PA, September, 2001, to May, 2003

Messiah College
Grantham, PA, September, 1999, to September, 2001

Memberships
The Blue Mountain Lotus Society
Member since 2008

Spiritual Directors International
Member since 2003

International Association of Reiki Professionals
Member since 2003