Hello, I am Raya.
I am a physiotherapist turned integrative practitioner.
It is my honour to support individuals on their health and wellness journey. My work is anchored in the transformational space, considering one’s mind, body and emotions in the work we do together.
I am passionate about offering a loving space for individuals to learn more about all aspects of themselves.
I am passionate about teaching and offering my guidance as a way to empower others.
I am the creator of The Lumina Method™ and The Lumina Method™ Practitioner Certification Program.
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Creator of The Lumina Method™
Trained as a Physiotherapist
A Schroth Method Practitioner
A Conscious Connected Breathwork Facilitator
A Ceremonialist
A lover of movement, nature, community & connection
Why I Transitioned My Physiotherapy Practice
My career began in allopathic healthcare as a conventional physiotherapist, spending the majority of that decade focused on the treatment of scoliosis and other spine conditions as a Schroth practitioner. And I loved it.
Yet, it became clear to me that when I focused my treatment only on the physical body, all aspects of a person were not being considered, which left me feeling like I was missing a key component in my approach.
I had felt like there was something more to physical pain, injuries and diagnoses then only what was happening in the physical body. Being a curious person, I began seeking out specific mentors, new modalities, techniques and knowledge. And I learned that a whole-person, root-healing approach to one’s health and wellness aligned more with the care I wanted to offer.
I have since transitioned my work into the integrative space, blending the worlds of Western and holistic healthcare. I now witness how lasting changes can occur when the root cause of disfunction is cleared from the body. These changes are made possible when emotions are identified and felt and when one learns to regulate their nervous system while also learning how to increase their nervous system’s capacity.
With the intention in creating more inner peace, ease in the body and joy in life.
If you have worked with various practitioners and have tried numerous modalities and your discomfort returns or your injury is still present?
Perhaps you are now looking for something new and different.
If this resonates with you, I invite you to connect with me and we can begin your journey of transformation together.
Here are some of the highlight courses I have taken on my journey:
The Feminine Code: Business School - March-June 2024
The Feminine Code: The Sacred Spiral - November 2023 - November 2024
Fully Certified Breathwave Conscious Connected Breathwork Practitioner (September 2022)
Breathwave - Level 3 (September 2022)
Breathwave - Level 1 + Level 2A - August 2021; Level 2B - March 2022
Transcend Academy: Conscious Connected Breathwork (CCB) September 2020 - March 2021
Barcelona Scoliosis Physical Therapy School – C2 – January 2018
Thoracic Ring Approach – September 2017
Barcelona Scoliosis Physical Therapy School – C1 – November 2016
Neurokinetic Therapy (NKT) Level 1 course and certification
The Canadian Bobath Instructors Association Human Movement Course and certification
Level 1 in Advanced Orthopedic Manual and Manipulative Therapy Diploma
UBC Master of Physical Therapy, 2013 (currently unregistered)
Why I Created The Lumina Method™ Certification Program
After creating The Lumina Method™️, I knew this modality wasn’t meant to remain only within my own practice.
I felt called to share it with other practitioners who align with whole-person, root-healing support for their clients.
That’s what led me to create The Lumina Method™️ Certification Program.
Alongside learning this transformational modality, this program also support practitioners as they step into entrepreneurship and build a strong foundation for their own wellness practice. Inside this certification, we explore:
✅ Integrative knowledge, tools, and techniques, including cupping, frequency modalities, bodywork techniques, breathwork, and more
✅ Key knowledge of the spine, including postural assessment, X-ray interpretation, diagnosis and best practice treatment for scoliosis and other spine conditions
✅ Foundation setting support to prepare yourself, your space, and your clients for sessions and their home practices
✅ Business fundamentals, including workshops on financial literacy and cash flow planning
My intention is that this program expands your knowledge, wisdom, toolkit, confidence and business while also absorbing some of the growing pains that can accompany the starting and growing of your practice.
If this sparks curiosity within you and you desire to learn more, I invite you to apply for the Spring Cohort of The Lumina Method™️ Certification Program.