A multimedia artist, writer, playwright, and internationally recognized teacher whose work spans three continents. She is the founding director of Awakening Arts Academy, with centers in Assisi, Italy, and Nevada City, California. Through workshops, retreats, and a professional certification training, she guides participants in the Transformative Arts Method — a pioneering approach that uses the creative process as a catalyst for self-discovery, profound healing, and spiritual upliftment. A gifted public speaker, she is known for her rare ability to engage both intellect and imagination, inspiring audiences of thousands with talks that touch both mind and heart.