Patricia Vernhes has been on a path of research, study, teaching, and consulting in Yoga & Ayurveda, Reiki, Native American Energy Medicine, Eastern European and Mongolian Medicines, Sound Therapy and Binaural Acoustics as well as many other release and shift techniques for body, mind, and Spirit for over 20 years. A Sivananda Hatha Yoga teacher under Swami Brahmananda and a disciple of Dr Marc Halpern of California College of Ayurveda, she is a certified Ayurveda Yoga Therapist and a Reiki Master in the lineage of Usui Reiki Ryoho. Following in the footsteps of her ancestors – medicine women and herbalists in Eastern Europe, this path allowed her to formulate an intuitive approach which draws from many schools so she can guide her clients in a unique healing experience. Twelve years ago, Patricia settled in the Mojave Desert of California. In her own words: “I left the society to find my true role in the world as a human being through the deepening of my Yogic path in devotion, silence, and solitude. The result of this life changing journey laid foundation to a practice of service to others, daily study and tapping into my own field of transcendental creativity. This is how Mojave Desert Skin Shield was born.” Whilst living in the desert, she began working with indigenous traditions and plants, and was invited to learn with a local Native American elder. She also had a rare opportunity of studying with Nancy and Joanne Karl and apprenticing as a sound therapist with the use of Quartz Bowls at The Integratron. Patricia now treats at her newly opened Space in Los Angeles asa well as at the original Wellbeing Space in Pioneertown in the Mojave Desert, and offers lectures, workshops, ceremonies, and individual sessions around the world. Bridging her continuous research in the fields of sound therapy, nutrition, dermatology, longevity, and skincare with ancient traditions, she personally formulates Mojave Desert Skin Shield’s organic skincare and wellness products. The brand’s ethical supply chains are built on sustainably sourced ingredients, recyclable UV protected glass packaging and respectful, Earth friendly practices. Upcoming events: To celebrate the launch of the partnership with The Gloss Clinic in London, Patricia will lead a Traditional Native American Blessing with a Prayer of Four Directions, followed by a Tao Tea Meditation; a silent gathering around a ceremonial serving of rare teas. The event will conclude with a sharing circle.