Trigger Warning: This episode includes discussion of sexual abuse and domestic violence.

In this episode of the Holistic Healers Community Podcast, Crystal sits down with Yvonne Calderon, a newly graduated massage therapist and founder of Rooted From Ruins, to explore the deeply intentional and healing work of trauma-informed touch.

Yvonne shares the story of how her business began long before she even knew what it would become. Starting with a meaningful ritual that inspired the creation of her logo, planting the seed for something much greater. After experiencing the impact of massage for herself, she felt called to pursue it as a career, eventually carving out a powerful niche in supporting individuals who have experienced body-based trauma.

This conversation explores Yvonne’s mission to reintroduce safe, intentional touch to the body, especially for those navigating PTSD, anxiety, depression, and the lasting effects of sexual abuse or domestic violence. She offers insight into what trauma-informed massage actually looks like, both before and during a session, and how creating a sense of safety, consent, and empowerment is at the core of her work.

Yvonne also speaks to the deeper intention behind Rooted From Ruins. Not just as a massage practice, but as a space designed to support individuals in reconnecting with their bodies, reclaiming their strength, and standing fully in their power.

Together, they reflect on how easy it can be to disconnect from the body in the busyness of everyday life, and how important it is to listen to the subtle cues and messages our bodies are constantly communicating.

This episode is a powerful reminder that healing doesn’t have to be rushed, and that with the right support, it is possible to rebuild a sense of safety, trust, and connection within ourselves.

Have a listen & don't forget to follow the podcast to stay up to date on episodes! You can also leave feedback on the episode over at HHC’s Instagram @holistichealerscommunity or find out more about Yvonne and how to work with her on her IG.

IG: @rooted_from_ruins

Music credit: Blind Love by TuneTrove

In this episode of the Holistic Healers Community Podcast, Crystal sits down with Vincent Edwards to explore the powerful and often misunderstood modality of Structural Integration.

Vincent shares how his lifelong love of sports and movement led to a series of injuries that ultimately guided him toward this work. Through his own efforts to heal his body, he discovered that Structural Integration was the only approach that provided him with true, lasting relief. What began as a personal healing journey has since evolved into a deep commitment to helping others reconnect with their bodies.

Together, they break down what Structural Integration actually is, including its focus on alignment, body awareness, and the body’s relationship to gravity. Vincent explains how many of us live in ingrained patterns (such as a forward-leaning, chronically activated posture) that can contribute to physical discomfort over time, including common issues like tension patterns and postural imbalances.

This conversation also explores the intentional 10-session series that Structural Integration is known for, and how each session builds upon the last to address the body as a whole system. Rather than chasing pain at its source, this modality works with the fascia and overall structure of the body, creating changes that naturally ripple toward areas of discomfort.

Vincent also shares insights from his ongoing certification journey, including his path toward completing 1,000 hours of hands-on experience, and his foundational belief that every body is inherently perfect, both when it arrives and when it leaves. His work is not about fixing, but about supporting the body in finding more space, length, and ease.

This episode is an invitation to see the body through a new lens. One rooted in curiosity, connection, and trust.

Have a listen & don't forget to follow the podcast to stay up to date on episodes! You can also leave feedback on the episode over at HHC’s Instagram @holistichealerscommunity or find out more about Vincent and how to work with him on his IG.

IG: @vxe.si

Music credit: Blind Love by TuneTrove

In this episode of the Holistic Healers Community Podcast, Crystal sits down with fellow Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Jacky Rojas, for an honest and grounding conversation about private practice, consultation, and what it really means to build a career in this field without doing it alone.

Crystal shares how their consultation group was formed around the same time she launched her private practice, becoming a consistent source of support, connection, and reflection throughout her journey. What started as a space for case consultation has evolved into something much deeper: A place where both therapists can exhale, process, and show up fully as humans navigating both personal and professional experiences.

Together, they explore Jacky’s recent decision to step into private practice this year, doing it scared, and the excitement and uncertainty that can come with building something of your own. They talk about the pressure to “niche down,” the challenge of having multiple passions within the field, and how Jacky has found her footing as a relational therapist working with both couples and individuals, as well as specializing in ADHD.

This episode also highlights the ways they’ve intentionally expanded their consultation space beyond case conceptualization, incorporating a therapy-related book club, skills-building, and even moments of creativity and fun (like hosting Jacky’s headshot photoshoot in the HHC podcast studio).

This conversation is a reminder that therapists need support too, and that when we create spaces to be seen, held, and challenged, we not only grow as clinicians, but as people.

If you’ve ever felt alone in your work, this episode is for you.

Have a listen & don't forget to follow the podcast to stay up to date on episodes! You can also leave feedback on the episode over at HHC’s Instagram @holistichealerscommunity or find out more about Jacky and how to work with her on her website.

IG: @jrojastherapy

Website: www.jrojastherapy.com

Music credit: Blind Love by TuneTrove