Reiki Practitioner Chelsea Saunders

Hi, I’m Chelsea — a Trauma-Informed Somatic Coach, Reiki Master, Breathwork Facilitator, and Sound Therapy Practitioner based in Los Angeles. My work blends ancient Eastern healing modalities with modern therapeutic approaches to help clients create lasting change.

Like many holistic practitioners, my journey began with my own need for healing. I moved through seasons of grief, anxiety, and feeling deeply disconnected from myself. Traditional talk therapy gave me insight, but my most profound breakthroughs came when I began incorporating somatic practices, conscious connected breathwork, energy work, movement, and ritual. Yoga and dance opened my body. Reiki and ceremony opened my heart. Sound baths quieted my mind. Breathwork released emotions I didn’t even know I’d been holding, leaving me with a clarity and lightness I hadn’t thought possible. Through these experiences, I learned that healing isn’t one-size-fits-all — it’s personal, layered, and ever-evolving.

Today, I guide clients through their own process of slowing down, tuning in, and releasing what’s been keeping them stuck. I integrate psychodynamic therapy, somatic tools, conscious connected breathwork, Reiki energy healing, and crystal alchemy sound therapy to address the full mind-body-spirit connection. My sessions offer a grounded, nonjudgmental space where you can feel seen and supported as you heal emotional wounds, reclaim your energy, and step into a more authentic version of yourself.

I work with people from all walks of life — those navigating relational distress, grief, or trauma, as well as creatives, leaders, and visionaries seeking deeper fulfillment. Whether you’re at a life crossroads, feeling burnt out, or longing for a stronger sense of self, I’m here to walk alongside you. Because true healing isn’t just about feeling better — it’s about becoming more of who you truly are.

TESTIMONIALS

  • “Chelsea is a beautiful, compassionate, and generous person. I felt comfortable and safe to be vulnerable with her. Working with Chelsea has been instrumental in helping me overcome personal obstacles. She activated tools in me that allowed me to transform my state of being and reduce my anxiety. In my sessions, I used sound therapy in addition to reiki. It was my first time combining sound with reiki, and it truly brought me to a state of equanimity to receive the reiki energy. I look forward to continuing working with her!”

    -Tanner Haney

  • “I feel wonderful! I got a glorious nights sleep afterwards, and had a long client session yesterday (3.5 hrs!) that was super deep, pleasurable, and connected. I credit the Reiki for helping me recover from my travel stress so quickly and deeply, and feel such a clear, yummy hum in my body.

    Thank you again!”

    -Elizabeth Vitiello

  • “My husband and I have been receiving Reiki from Chelsea since early spring of this year after we lost a family member. Chelsea was very in tune and intuitive with our need for healing. We both appreciate her naturally welcoming nature. Her ability to meet you where you’re at is a gift and a calling. As we have continued to see her for Reiki, she has offered opportunities for us to voice intentions with the practice, as well as a safe space to just be. I especially love that she gives us a forum to discuss our revelations and visions we experienced during the session. We’re so grateful for her kindness! Last but not least, she is professional and punctual.”

    -Ariana Will

  • “Chelsea truly is a master of her craft. I was in a very serious accident that resulted in a compound fracture of the femur and a shattered knee. Upon hearing this, Chelsea, who I only just met by fate four short months ago, selflessly reached out and offered a remote reiki session. Having experienced reiki once before and desperate for anything that would ease the pain, we scheduled a session. Within the first few minutes of our video call, Chelsea demonstrated compassion, empathy, and made the 12,000 miles between us feel like inches. She went to work starting with a guided meditation that seamlessly led into reiki. Within what felt like minutes I had entered a dreamlike state and felt the physical power of Chelsea navigate the extensive pain I was in with ease. When she guided me out, I explained the physical impact she had on me and to my surprise she asked me (without having the prior knowledge) if my accident had affected the right side of my body. When I responded “yes”, that was the moment I realized Chelsea has honed her skill and is the embodiment of a healer. I promptly asked to become a regular client of hers.”

    -Allyson Westervelt

  • "Working with Chelsea is amazing!! She is deeply skilled and intuitive. I came to Chelsea feeling totally confused about a trigger in my relationship. By the end of the session, I felt a massive shift. I left with so much clarity and compassion for myself and my partner. I felt light and clear. Even some pain in my hip started to dissolve after the session. Chelsea fluidly led me in somatic work and role play. I felt so well-held and safe in her presence and energy. I was able to go deep into my body’s wisdom. Once there, Chelsea’s questions helped get to the root of a complex issue gently yet swiftly. She helped me access and give voice to my deep truth, while also holding the truth of another person. The role play was particularly impactful. In the weeks after our session, I’ve been much more clear and confident communicating with my partner. I’ve been able to process the anger and disappointment I was feeling and really appreciate how my partner does show up. Thank you, Chelsea!!"

    -Elizabeth Vitello

  • “I had an amazing 90-minute sound bath and reiki session with Chelsea. During a big life transition, I signed up for this session. It was very relaxed and connected as she made me feel comfortable and asked questions about how I was feeling. During my session, I felt a block around my heart that moved and has not returned. Cannot recommend Chelsea enough. Her kind and intuitive attention is a gift. You will not be disappointed with her services.”

    -Mark Donham

  • “Chelsea creates a lovely, secure environment and is completely devoted to her work. I could sense the energy changing in real time. In the following days, I noticed embodying a greater sense of tranquility. Book your session and thank me later!”

    -Karina Garcia

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