Our Approach

Focus and Offerings

Individual Private Ceremonies

Step into a sanctuary designed for deep, personal transformation. Our single and multi-day private ceremonies and retreats offer an immersive journey for those seeking to “work on yourself” in a sacred, supportive space. Guided by ancestral traditions and holistic practices, these experiences help you clear energetic blocks, awaken creativity, and cultivate resilience—empowering you to thrive in every aspect of life. Each ceremony is complemented by nourishing dieta meals and thoughtful integration support, ensuring your healing continues long after you leave.

Team Building Retreats

Spirit & Stem’s group plant medicine retreats are crafted for executive teams ready to transcend the ordinary. In these shared healing journeys, leaders come together to dissolve ego-driven barriers, deepen trust, and unlock the wellspring of collective creativity. Through guided introspection and ancient rituals, teams reconnect with purpose, foster authentic collaboration, and return with renewed clarity and cohesion—prepared to lead with empathy, vision, and heart. Every retreat includes nourishing dieta meals and integration support, honoring the full arc of transformation.

Traditional Single-Day Healing Experiences

Discover the transformative power of ancient rituals designed to cleanse, restore, and awaken your natural resilience. Our single-day ceremonial experiences draw from time-honored traditions, offering a safe and supportive space for deep physical, emotional, and spiritual renewal. Guided by experienced facilitators, these immersive experiences help you release what no longer serves you, reconnect with your body, and cultivate clarity and strength for the journey ahead. These ceremonies invite you to let go of stress, restore balance, and experience profound emotional release. Rooted in Indigenous wisdom, each ritual honors the earth, the elements, and the lineage of healers who have walked this path before us.

Whether you’re drawn to purification, energetic reset, or spiritual insight, each ceremony is crafted to support your personal growth and well-being. Integration support is provided to help you carry the benefits of your experience into daily life.

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Reiki Sessions with Marissa: Intuitive, Traditional, and Sensory Healing

At Spirit & Stem, my reiki sessions are a blend of ancestral wisdom, intuitive practice, and modern sensory healing. Rooted in tradition, I approach each session by tuning into what your body is telling me—listening deeply to its signals, energy, and needs. This intuitive guidance shapes the flow of our work together, ensuring that every session is uniquely tailored to you.

What Sets My Reiki Apart

  • Intuitive Healing: I begin by connecting with your body’s energy, allowing intuition to guide my hands to areas that need attention. This personalized approach honors the traditional roots of reiki, focusing on holistic well-being rather than a fixed routine.

  • Takata Hand Positions: When you have a specific area of concern, I incorporate the Takata format—using established hand positions to direct healing energy where it’s needed most. This blend of structure and intuition ensures both targeted relief and whole-body balance.

  • Sound & Vibrational Therapy: Each session includes a sound healing component, using instruments and frequencies to clear energetic blockages and promote deep relaxation. I also utilize vibrational frequencies for a full sensory reset—helping you reconnect with your body and experience profound renewal.

  • Earth Connection: My practice is grounded in the belief that true healing comes from reconnecting with your body and the earth. Through gentle touch, breathwork, and energetic alignment, I help you restore harmony, release tension, and cultivate resilience.

Whether you’re seeking relief from stress, clarity of mind, or a deeper sense of connection, my goal for each of my reiki sessions is to offer you a sanctuary for transformation. You’ll leave feeling more attuned to your body, more grounded in the present, and more empowered to embrace your own healing journey.

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Culinary Rituals: The Kitchen as a Sanctuary for Wellness

At Spirit & Stem, we honor the wisdom that “your body is the only place you have to live.” True wellness begins with nurturing the physical vessel—through movement, rest, and especially the foods we choose to fuel our journey. Physical health is the foundation that supports mental clarity and emotional balance.

We are proud to collaborate with a remarkable chef, whose culinary artistry transforms meal and dieta planning into a sacred ritual. Whether you’re transforming your daily routine, preparing for a retreat, or integrating after a ceremony, our meal plans are designed to support your body’s renewal and your spirit’s growth.

By weaving intentional nutrition into our offerings, we help you cultivate a sharp mind, balanced emotions, and a deeper connection to yourself and the earth. This is more than an add-on—it’s an invitation to honor your body as the foundation for transformation.

Services Overview

  • If invited or referred, a link will be provided for booking

  • Based on goals and what you are feeling called to, all aspects of your ceremony from booking, meals, preparation, integration, and transportation will be provided

  • Guided ceremonies, nature-based executive retreats, and immersive experiences for personal and collective growth can be tailored for your team goals and budget

  • For current clients and members only

  • Membership unlocks exclusive access to advanced wellness experiences, personalized healing sessions, and supportive resources—helping you cultivate resilience, clarity, and lasting balance in both your personal and professional life.

  • "The personal shifts were undeniable: deeper sleep, steadier energy, and a clear sense of what actually matters. Professionally, it changed my leadership. I stopped micromanaging, started listening, and our meetings began producing decisions instead of debates. We set bolder goals, delegated with trust, and watched engagement rise. Spirit & Stem didn’t ‘fix’ my business—it transformed me. And the business followed.”

  • “Spirit & Stem helped me repair the foundation—mind, body, and spirit. Within weeks, I was sleeping through the night, leading with calm, and making clearer decisions. Our team meetings shifted from firefighting to vision, and the results followed.”

  • “Marissa listened deeply, understood exactly what I needed, and matched me with the right ceremonial facilitators—then held my hand through prep, ceremony, and integration. Fear‑based blocks dissolved, my purpose came into focus, and I returned leading from alignment. Team trust surged, and I’ve since referred my leadership group to Spirit & Stem.”