inner healing & deliverance ministry
Creative trailblazer. Christian shamanic practitioner. Turning chaos into breakthroughs and ministry into art. Pioneering God-led freedom in ministry, life, and relationships.
Achieve calmness and stability in a life free from chaos. Our method guides you in fostering safe, healthy relationships by stabilizing your nervous system and deepening your connection with the God. As you embrace this journey and connect with your body, not only will you live in a profound state of gratitude, cherishing every step, but you'll also be empowered to serve those you're called to help with a heart full of purpose.
Passionately nurturing recovery, empowering Christian healers, and guiding survivors with the Yoga of Relationship™ method.
THE SHORT VERSION:
For over a decade, I have dedicated myself as a Biblical Naturopath, diving deep into the healing arts.
What truly drives me? Helping adult survivors reclaim their lives, rediscovering the peace and wholeness they might have thought was forever lost due to family traumas like divorce, sexual assault, codependence, and domestic violence.
I intimately understand the weight of hopelessness. My own journey began when I grappled with the lingering scars of childhood trauma. It was a path marked by fractured relationships and a painful sense of inadequacy. But in my darkest moments, the Holy Spirit guided me, leading me to the transformative Yoga of Relationship™ methodology. This journey allowed me to release the profound shame I felt, the gnawing sense that something was inherently wrong with me.
Balancing the heart of a spiritual mystic with the rigor of an academic deeply committed to Jesus, my faith journey is unique. As a disabled veteran, it was my unyielding connection with God that became the cornerstone of my recovery. And today? My mission is to share this profound clarity with you, illuminating your path towards healing and purpose.
Hi, I'm Dr. Amanda Brees!
EdD HTMA-P E-RYT 500 YACEP RMT C-IAYT MATP APD
BIO
Dr. Amanda Brees is a holistic trauma specialist, pioneering the integration of natural methods in healing complex trauma through a blend of holistic counseling, shamanic work, and plant medicine. With over 20 years of experience in relational trauma, Dr. Amanda specializes in addressing the deep-rooted effects of complex family trauma, codependency, love addiction, and unhealthy relationship patterns. As a military chaplain’s assistant with a doctorate in counseling and LADC/LPCC license in process, she integrates evidence-based therapeutic techniques with shamanic practices, Reiki, yoga, and plant medicine to offer comprehensive, transformative healing for her clients.
Her research is a groundbreaking force in trauma recovery, particularly in the intersection of faith-based and interfaith approaches. Dr. Amanda’s peer-reviewed study introduced a trauma-informed framework that bridges counseling best practices with pastoral care, pioneering a new approach that is especially beneficial for adult survivors of complex trauma in a faith context. Her work explores the integration of shamanic practices and holistic psychiatry, a field she continues to define and develop.
Dr. Amanda’s certifications in Reiki, yoga therapy, and naturopathy, along with her extensive expertise in natural health, empower her to provide a unique, integrative approach to counseling. This holistic work, combined with her background in transpersonal psychology, eco-therapy, and art therapy, allows her to address trauma from multiple dimensions—emotional, psychological, and spiritual. Through her online coaching programs and in-person counseling, Dr. Amanda leads clients on a step-by-step healing journey, helping them break free from toxic cycles and build healthier relationships with themselves and others.
Dr. Amanda holds a BA in Biblical Studies & Theology from the University of Northwestern – St. Paul, an MA in Transpersonal Psychology from Sofia University, and a Doctorate (Ed.D) in Community Care & Counseling: Pastoral Counseling from Liberty University. She’s also amassed a collection of holistic certifications over the past ten years in practice as a certified yoga therapist (C-IAYT), advanced yoga teacher ( E-RYT 500), reiki master teacher (RMT), licesned massage therapist (LMT) and naturopathic practitioner (HTMA-p). Since founding her practice in 2013, she has continued to guide individuals and spiritual healers, equipping them with the tools necessary for both personal transformation and professional ministry in trauma recovery.
Currently based in Pepin, WI, Dr. Amanda offers a range of hybrid and remote coaching programs that work in synergy to help individuals overcome trauma, enhance their spiritual journey, and create emotionally healthy, fulfilling lives. Explore her transformative online coaching programs and learn more about her integrative healing methods on her website: yogaofrelationship.co
GET TO KNOW ME
Born to a Lutheran farm family in Minnesota. Gave my life to Jesus in 1997 & read the Bible.
1988
Began practicing devotional yoga, reiki, and meditation while serving on my youth group leadership team.
2003
Graduated Plainview High School and joined the Army National Guard as a Chaplin's Assistant. Had my son Alex.
2006
Baptized at IHOP-KC! Then moved out to mystical Mount Shasta, California (originally for BSSM) where I'd spend six of the next ten years on and off living amongst the global mecca of seekers (also spent 6 months at Mayo as a CA.)
2011
Left corporate America to launch my healing ministry (Stillwaters Healing) and went back to school for yoga, massage, functional holistic nutrition, reflexology and reiki.
2013
humble beginnings!
see, dreams do come true! crazy, huh?
Spent a year in Hawaii and living abroad in Europe while in grad school.
2016
Had my daughter Ady during my winter break of post-grad school! Lived in Mt. Shasta again while serving at an Assemblies of God church plant on staff for four years.
2019
Defended my doctoral dissertation on Christian adapted complementary therapies for adult survivors of family trauma after moving back home.
2021
- C-IAYT Yoga Therapist (started in 2017)
- E-RYT 500, YACEP, APD (Yoga Alliance)
- Holy Fire III™ Karuna ™ Online World Peace™ Reiki Master Teacher
2022
Working 1:1 with clients & students while continuing my education in biblical naturopathy and drug and alcohol counseling in partnership with Adult & Teen Challenge.
Today
the goodness of God...
what a year, eh?
Now is the time to heal
"How will you start living now that you've survived?"
- Yola Carter
So what does it really mean?
Biblical Naturopathy, Pastoral Counseling, and Christian Yoga Therapy form a holistic framework for healing attachment trauma as an adult survivor yourself.
Dr. Amanda's expertise in holistic psychiatry underscores the integration of mind, body, and spirit in the healing process. Her approach is designed to empower clients to trust in God's healing power while providing practical strategies that accelerate emotional healing and promote well-being. Dr. Amanda's expertise in holistic psychiatry underscores the integration of mind, body, and spirit in the healing process.
Biblical Naturopathy integrates functional nutrition with holistic psychiatry, offering a comprehensive approach to healing attachment trauma. Dr. Amanda Brees, a pioneer in energy medicine and holistic psychiatry with an EdD in Pastoral Counseling, specializes in addressing issues like divorce, codependency, and love addiction. Her approach simplifies the complexities of trauma recovery by guiding clients back to biblical principles that emphasize holistic wellness and spiritual healing.
Pastoral Counseling combines psychological insights with spiritual guidance to support individuals navigating attachment trauma into adulthood. Dr. Amanda integrates holistic psychotherapy techniques, including mindfulness and contemplative practices, to foster healing. Her compassionate approach acknowledges the spiritual dimensions of trauma and empowers clients to find resilience and restoration through faith-based interventions.
Christian Yoga Therapy emphasizes meditative interventions rooted in Christian spirituality. Dr. Amanda utilizes these practices to help clients reconnect with their inner selves and deepen their spiritual journey. By integrating holistic psychiatry principles with yoga-inspired mindfulness and breathwork, she facilitates emotional healing and promotes self-awareness. This approach supports individuals in overcoming attachment trauma and finding inner peace through faith-centered practices.
Dr. Amanda specializes in biblical naturopathy tailored for individuals recovering from complex trauma and those aspiring to grow as healers themselves, uniquely integrating natural remedies such as bodywork, herbal medicine, flower essences, and homeopathics with spiritual insights drawn from the Bible
The Bible is filled with references to eco-spiritual practices. Biblical naturopathy emphasizes holistic health principles inspired by biblical teachings and vitalism, which views the body as having an innate ability to heal through the original template of the Garden of Eden and the leaves for healing the nations (Revelation 22:2). This approach not only addresses physical symptoms but also nurtures emotional and spiritual well-being through naturopathy.
Through pastoral counseling, Dr. Amanda creates a supportive environment for you to turn to Jesus and grow in forgiveness, restoration, and renewal, guiding individuals through healing from family trauma, divorce, or breakups toward emotional freedom and wholeness. Her specialty extends beyond helping trauma survivors to empowering individuals who seek to evolve as practitioners themselves, guiding them towards emotional freedom and wholeness.
DEVOTION
My values:
WELLNESS
FREEDOM
Inclusive Devotion: No matter where you stand in your faith journey, you're welcome here. Our guiding light is the Holy Spirit, and our mission is to strengthen our bond with God as a foundation for trauma recovery.
Comprehensive Wellness: Healing isn't just spiritual or mental; it's a full-bodied experience. While rooted in deep traditions, our approach emphasizes practical and holistic solutions to help you truly recover and thrive.
Unified Exploration and Freedom: My mission is to support survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and complex trauma. I believe in the freedom to harness and adapt every available resource, bridging the gap between traditional and contemporary practices. Whether through biblical naturopathy, pastoral counseling or Christian Yoga Therapy, my approach is about finding unity in diversity, ensuring that we utilize the most potent tools to deepen our connection to God and promote holistic healing.
Accredited Degrees
- EDD Doctorate of Education, Liberty University, Pastoral Counseling
- MA Master of Arts, Sofia University, Transpersonal Psychology w/an Ecopsyhcology and Creative Expression Certificate
- BA Bachelor of Arts, UNWSP, Biblical Studies and Theology: 1 year of Koine Greek
- AA Associate of Arts, Saint Paul College, 200 Hour Yoga Teacher, 750 Hour Licensed Massage Therapist, 250 Hour Reflexologist, Functional Holistic Nutrition Coach
- IN PROGRESS: Licensed Alcohol & Drug Counselor (LADC) & Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC), St. Mary's University
Certifications
- HTMA Practitioner - Level 1: Institute of Holistic Nutrition
- Intuitive Plant Medicine: Asia Suler
- Energetix: Workshop, Minneapolis, MN
- HeartSpeak, Self & Remote Muscle Testing
- Orthopedic Myofascial Certificate: Educise: 23.5 hrs
- Foundations of Shamanism: Shamanic Archetypes with Spirit Bird
- Barre Teacher Training, Muddy Waters Yoga, Winona, MN (12 hours)
- Hale Pule Ayurveda: Agni Therapy Training (50 hr)
- 805 hr Soul of Yoga, Yoga Therapist/300 Hour Advanced Yoga Teacher: Yoga of Recovery (50hrs), Trauma-Sensitive Yoga (30hrs), iRest Yoga Nidra Level 1 (30hrs), Integral Yoga for Autoimmune (30hrs), Ayurveda (50hrs), Yoga of Heart (50hrs), Holistic Anatomy & Physiology (80hrs) & Soul of Life (75hrs)
- Freya Vajara, Unfawn Yourself
- Trauma-Sensitive HeartMath© Certified Practitioner
- Karuna™ Holy Fire® III Online World Peace Reiki Master Teacher, ICRT
- Holy Yoga 60 Hour Trauma Sensitive Yoga Teacher Training (HYI-Trauma Sensitive)
- Huna Hawaiian Shamanic Practitioner Level 1
- Healing Touch Spiritual Ministry Levels 1 & 2: Healing & Anointing with Essential Oils
- Integrated Energy Therapy: Intermediate Level
Trainings/Intern
- Evolutionary Herbalism Astro-Herbalism Training: Sajah Popham
- Shamanic Apprenticeship: Year-Long Training
- Living Earth Kauai Eco-Village: 500 Hr Sacred Embodiment Residential Training
- 2 years off-grid/eco-spirituality training: Solar contractor: Wholesale Solar
- Ascension Path Training: Sandra Walter: Virtual
- Chaplin's Assistant School: Army National Guard: 2 Army Achievement Awards (Resedential)
- Clinical Assistant Training Program: Mayo Clinic Rochester (Anatomy & Physiology, Pathology)
- Bethel's School of Supernatural Ministry (3 months): Residential: Bethel, CA
- Human Design: Living your Design
- Paralegal/Victim Advocacy: 1 year as a Prosecutor's Assistant in Buffalo County, WI
- Four Years On and Off Interning & Volunteer Staff at The Gathering, Mt. Shasta CA
- Leadership Development Program: Paul Manwaring: Bethel (7 Months): Virtual
- Teen Mania Ministries: Washington DC Missions Trip
- Verbo Ecuador Cuenca: Missionary Missions Work: Residential
- Kalani Eco-Village (1 month): Puna, Hawaii: Residential
- Graz, Austria (2 months): German Language & Culture Course: Residential
Workshops
- Hearing the Voice of God: 8-Week Prophetic Training at Destiny Church Rochester MN
- Prophetic Dream Interpretation Course: Pastor Kristi Graner Dare to Believe Ministries
- Mental Health First Aide Certification
- Introduction to Kriya Yoga and Karmic Astrology with Swami Vidayananda
- Chakra Theory Workshop: YogaNorth Advanced Yoga Teacher Workshop with Gracia Gisme
Professional Organizations
- American Legion, Minnesota, Post 1982
- Wisconsin Victim Witness Professional Organization
- Licensed Massage Therapist*
- International Center for Reiki Training, Associate Member
- Member of International Associate of Yoga Therapist, C-IAYT
- Approved Professional Development (APD) and C-IAYT
- 500 Hour Registered Yoga Teacher w/Yoga Alliance
- Ordained Minister, Christian Global Outreach
- National Association of Complementary and Alternative Medicine Member
Fun Facts
I've done home school and home water birth & played/sang on many church worship teams.
I attended BSSM at bethel for 3 months and was baptized at ihop-kc during the peak of the 2011 revivals.
I LIVED ON TWO ECO-VILLAGES IN HAWAII for nearly a year and lived in magical mt. Shasta Ca for 6/10 years of my life.
CREATIVITY
FAVORITE HOBBY
ADVENTURE
passionate about
SPIRITUALITY
Value
NATURE
must have
FAMILY
LOVE
I have confessed Jesus as my personal Lord and Savior; received both infant and adult baptism alongside the baptism of the Holy Spirit. I believe that yoga is essentially meditation; and that the purpose of meditation is union with God as mirroed in the Garden of Eden. I believe that certain 'new age' spiritual practices can be adapted to a Christian worldview (ie: crystals, new moons, essential oils, laying on of hands) and others cannot (witchcraft).
I believe that there is only one God who exists in three persons (Father, son & Holy Spirit); that jesus is the only way to God; that the bible is God's perfect word...
Statement of Faith
