Founder of Gentle Earth Sound Therapy and Holistic Wellness, Betty Gauthier (she/her) is a Certified Sound Therapy Practitioner, Vipassana Meditation Teacher, Breathwork Teacher, Yoga Nidra Teacher, and Usui Reiki Master. The essence of Betty's work is about helping those she meets to establish and maintain a lasting connection in body, mind, and spirit. As a practitioner, she is deeply passionate about Eastern philosophy and holistic pathways and she implements her experience as a Trauma-Informed facilitator in all aspects of client care and well-being. Betty's work radiates from the heart and her sincerest desire is to offer support and inspiration to all who are looking for ways to restore balance and harmony in life. She comes from a place of non-judgment and unconditional love, ready to meet all beings where they are on their own journey while holding space for limitless possibilities. With deep light and gratitude, she bows to all with whom she has the distinction of walking alongside.   Betty is licensed, certified, insured, and registered with the Vibrational Sound Association and with the Shimbumi International Reiki Association. In every aspect of her practice, she upholds the vision, mission, and philosophy of both professional associations and strictly adheres to their Codes of Conducts and Ethics. These memberships show that she operates at the highest of standards in all facets of client and community care. Betty's client work takes place in her private south Lansing home studio and in her shared office space located in East Lansing. CORE VALUES Gentle Earth Sound Therapy operates under the foundational trauma-informed philosophy that embraces the core principles of safety, trustworthiness, choice, collaboration, and empowerment. We welcome all clients regardless of age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. ​ MISSION Our mission is to provide you with a professional, safe, serene, and inclusive atmosphere to help encourage deep relaxation through sound-focused therapy and mindfulness practices; helping you remove barriers that limit your path to well-being and restore greater balance, harmony, and connection to mind, body, and spirit.   CREDENTIALS Licensed & Certified Sound Therapy Practitioner Certified Vipassana Meditation Teacher Certified Breathwork Teacher Certified Yoga Nidra Teacher Certified Usui Reiki Master Certified Usui Reiki Animal Practitioner Certified in Plant-Based Nutrition