Holistic Wellness Expo

Start the New Year with a New You!

January 25th, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Sunrise Ranch @ 100 Sunrise Ranch Road, Loveland, CO 80538

Unlock the best of holistic wellness at Northern Colorado’s premier event. Explore a wide range of health and wellness practices, products, and services to help you thrive in 2025!

Join the restorative event on January 25, 2025, at beautiful Sunrise Ranch, where practitioners and businesses come together to celebrate wellness in all its forms.

Immerse yourself in breathtaking views and a tranquil atmosphere at this one-of-a-kind location. Connect with a community of like-minded individuals, participate in enriching workshops, and discover the latest trends in holistic wellness. Reserve your spot today and be part of Northern Colorado’s premier wellness experience!

Tickets

General Admission

Price: $45

Experience an inspiring day of holistic wellness at Sunrise Ranch! Your ticket includes access to the vibrant exhibit hall, engaging open sessions, and expert-led lectures on plant medicine, nutrition, and more from top professionals in the field. As part of Sunrise Ranch’s commitment to supporting healthy living, you’ll enjoy a delicious farm-fresh lunch crafted by renown Chef Barrett. Come together to explore wellness ideas, connect with a community of like-minded individuals, and nourish both body and mind.

VIP Overnight Package

Price: $195

Enhance your experience with the Expo’s VIP Overnight Package, which includes everything from the standard admission plus so much more. Enjoy an overnight stay and exclusive access to a networking wine bar happy hour after the Expo concludes. That will be followed by a meticulously prepared farm-fresh dinner, evening entertainment, and a Holistic Wellness Dance Party. Then start your next day with rejuvenating morning yoga or a guided hike through breathtaking landscapes. Complete your stay with a nourishing breakfast, leaving you refreshed and inspired.

Highlights

Explore New Discoveries: Visit the vibrant trade exhibit where you can discover the latest in cutting-edge holistic living practices, tools, and products.
Attend and Enjoy Workshops: Immerse yourself in a day of wellness! Explore a wide variety of workshops led by top practitioners and start the new year with renewed energy and knowledge.
Foster Future Connections: Network with fellow enthusiasts, experts, and attendees, expanding your network while exchanging ideas, collaborating, and learning from the best in the field.
Exquisite Farm-Fresh Food: Sunrise Ranch has a decades-long tradition of preparing delicious gourmet meals. Our Kitchen supports family farms in the area, organic farming initiatives, and sustainable agriculture.

Keynote Speaker

Lisa Wimberger

The Power of Neuroplasticity to Change Your Brain, Body, and Well-Being

Neuroplasticity, our brain’s natural ability to adapt and learn, is at the foundation of nervous system health, emotional regulation, mental clarity, and spiritual openness. Learn how this one natural process can bring all facets of life into alignment. The best part is it’s simple and it’s every human’s birthright.

Lisa Wimberger is the founder of the Neurosculpting® Institute and co-founder of the NeuroPraxis App. She holds a master’s degree in Education, a Foundation’s Certification in NeuroLeadership, and certificates in Medical Neuroscience, Visual Perception and the Brain, and Neurobiology. She is a seven-time author of neuroplasticity and stress-management books, including “NEW BELIEFS, NEW BRAIN: Free Yourself from Stress and Fear,” and “NEUROSCULPTING: A Whole-Brain Approach to Heal Trauma, Rewrite Limiting Beliefs, and Find Wholeness.”

Featured Speakers

Dr. Michael Gaeta

Dr. Michael Gaeta is a visionary educator, licensed acupuncturist, clinical nutritionist, and herbalist based in Denver, where he founded the Gaeta Institute. With over 34 years of experience in holistic healing, he has trained more than 20,000 practitioners. His work focuses on integrating Chinese and functional medicine, emphasizing a “nature first, drugs last” philosophy. Dr. Gaeta inspires health professionals globally through his workshops, the Clinician’s Mastermind Circle certification program, and various online courses, promoting both clinical and business success in holistic health practices.

michaelgaeta.com

David Karchere

David Karchere is an author, speaker, and spiritual teacher committed to awakening individuals to their highest potential. With a focus on emotional and spiritual healing, he inspires transformation through his global initiatives, workshops, and writings. His latest book, Primal Christianity: Uncovering the Original Teachings of Jesus of Nazareth, along with other works like Becoming a Sun and Attunement, explores the integration of personal health with universal consciousness.

davidkarchere.com

Dr. Sharon Montes

Dr. Sharon Montes is a holistic physician with more than 30 years in family medicine, focusing on integrating mind, body, and spirit in healing.

She empowers patients with practical, compassionate care, blending traditional and alternative medicine for wellness.

Her upcoming lecture will cover “Healing the Healer,” and she will also lead a workshop on “Introduction to Mushroom Wellness.”

livingwellhealthgoup.com

Brigitte Mars is a medical herbalist and nutritional consultant with over 50 years of experience. She teaches Herbal Medicine at Naropa University. She is a member of the American Herbalist Guild. She has a weekly radio show called Naturally. She is also a psychedelic sitter and end-of-life doula.

Brigitte is the author of many books and DVDs, including Natural Remedies for Mental and Emotional Health, Nettle Power, Dandelion Medicine, Natural First Aid, The Country Almanac of Home Remedies, The Desktop Guide to Herbal Medicine, Beauty by Nature, Addiction Free Naturally, The Sexual Herbal, Healing Herbal Teas, and Rawsome! brigittemars.com

Panelists, Presenters, and Facilitators

Shawna Filley is a Medicine Woman dedicated to guiding others on their healing journeys. She facilitates bi-weekly plant medicine ceremonies and psychedelic integration via Zoom, incorporating sound healing with crystal singing bowls and Reiki. With nine years of spiritual exploration, Shawna embraces meditation, somatic therapy, shadow work, and Mother Aya as key modalities. A wife, mother of five, and MBA professional in the global security sector, she blends mysticism, inclusivity, and personal growth into her practice.

Erica Cowan is a board-certified nurse coach and registered nurse with over 18 years of experience in critical care. A trailblazer in psychedelic medicine, Erica combines her clinical expertise with her passion for empowering individuals to access their innate self-healing potential. A breast cancer survivor, she draws on her personal healing journey and professional training as a psychedelic doula to support transformative care and plant medicine integration.
Erica Cowan, RN, NC-BC co-owner Thrive Health Consultants LLC.

Jaimie Dirks, PMHNP-BC,FNP-C is a dual board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner and family nurse practitioner with a passion for integrative and holistic approaches to healing. Based in Northern Colorado, Jaimie co-leads Thrive Health Consultants LLC, where he specializes in innovative therapies, including ketamine-assisted psychotherapy, medication management, and holistic mental health care. With advanced training in psychedelic medicine from PRATI, Elemental Psychedelics, and Ben Malcom, PharmD., Jaimie is committed to addressing the root causes of mental health challenges while empowering individuals to reclaim their inner resilience.

Jaimie’s expertise bridges traditional, conventional and alternative approaches, creating personalized care plans that honor the mind-body-spirit connection. A dynamic speaker and advocate for compassionate healthcare, Jaimie is dedicated to advancing the field of natural medicine and supporting accessible, integrative solutions for mental wellness.

Nancy Brauhn-Curnes, MA, founder of Djembe Jive in Loveland, Colorado, offers djembe instruction, drum circles, lessons, and performances. A former special education teacher, she pioneered an all-school drum program integrating students with special needs and continues to work with this population. She developed Rhythm Works, an evidence-based corporate team-building program, and has served as Artist in Residence in four school districts. Nancy performs with renowned drummers and is part of Fale, the African Drum and Dance Collective in Fort Collins. letsdrumnow.com

Patty Hayes is a Certified Health Coach and Certified Gong Sound Healing Facilitator based in Fort Collins, Colorado. She offers private individual, small group, and community sound bath sessions with multiple gongs through Rocky Mountain Gong Journeys. Patty is also a former Poudre School District teacher, Certified Health and Life Coach, Certified Sound Healing Facilitator, Past Life Regression Specialist, and Licensed Esthetician. She helps women navigate health and well-being through mindfulness and nature connections, utilizing the gong as a tool for deep relaxation and meditation. Patty and her husband, Andrew, have been married for 37 years and have been hosting and supporting others on their healing journeys in many capacities for decades. rockymountaingongbath.com

Allison Al-Khemia helps new paradigm medical professionals grow their businesses via quantum manifestation, human design and business growth strategies so they can make a larger impact on the world. Allison holds a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Biblical Studies, is certified in Sales & Marketing by Design (Human Design), Functional Medicine Health Coaching, and CranioSacral Therapy. As coach, healer, and business owner for 20 years, she has extensive experience in medical studies, writing, editing, classical music, project development, and business expansion. Teaching her clients how to quantum leap as a matter of course, and manifest literally anything, is what excites Allison most about the work she is privileged to do everyday. alchemywithallison.com

Juliias Ellis grew up in the Colorado Rockies and came from a family who were of service. She is a dedicated Sukyo Mahikari practitioner with 23 years of experience guiding individuals in the practice of transmitting divine light to purify and harmonize their spirit, mind and body and elevate their life. Known for her deep spiritual wisdom and compassionate teaching style, Juliias helps others embrace universal principles to cultivate inner peace, resilience, and growth.

Through her leadership and Human Design training, her coaching is impactful and results-driven. She brings a developed sense of curiosity, emotional and innovative intelligence from collaborating in startups and storytelling.

Gary Goodhue is a student and teacher of consciousness and creation. Living and working at Sunrise Ranch, he serves as associate faculty for the Full Self Emergence and Primal Spirituality programs. He is the Director of Community Coordination at Sunrise Ranch.

Gary supports healthy relationships and conflict resolution as a Restorative Circle facilitator and Unitive Justice trainer for Northern Colorado.

As a wordsmith, he enjoys teaching, public speaking and performing his original high-vibrational spoken-word poetry. His focus is on bringing deep principles of truth and love into practical, everyday application. The results are increased presence, clarity, peace, focus and power.

Lana Roach is a passionate practitioner of herbal healing and plant spirit medicine. With over a decade of experience, she has dedicated her life to understanding and teaching the ancient wisdom of communicating with plant spirits to heal and enhance our well-being. Lana combines traditional knowledge with modern practices to offer transformative workshops that reconnect us with nature’s profound healing energies.

Sece Foster serves as the Global Community Building Director at Sunrise Ranch in Loveland, Colorado. She is an Attunement Practitioner, leading prayers and meditations during Sunday services. Sece is also a member of the Becoming a Sun Programs community. Her work focuses on fostering spiritual growth and community connection.

In addition to her leadership roles, Sece shares her insights through various talks and services. One such example is her talk titled “Letting the Light Shine Through Us,” where she reflects on navigating disappointment through meditation and prayer, emphasizing the importance of inner truth and staying grounded.

Guided by compassion and the belief that our experiences are meant to be shared, Bexx weaves her ongoing studies in Ayurveda, yoga therapy, and energy work into her teachings, creating a welcoming space for students to awaken their inner light, access their highest potential, and transform challenges into opportunities for healing and growth.

Michael Redhawk Rodriguez has been a yoga teacher since 2016, guiding sound healing sessions at festivals like Arise and Sonic Bloom, and in Fort Collins studios. Certified RYT 200, he blends yoga, kriya, and acoustic sound baths for holistic healing.

Kriya Yoga Sound Healing with Handpan and Didgeridoo — join Mike, RYT 200 and Reiki Usui L2, for a yoga experience combining hatha, vinyasa, and breathwork, enhanced by the handpan, didgeridoo, and singing bowls for all ages and abilities.

Karen Pritchard is a graphic designer and yoga teacher who combines creativity and spirituality in her professional life. With more than 48 years of yoga practice and 43 years of teaching experience, she offers a holistic approach to yoga that integrates philosophy, lifestyle, meditation, chanting, and breathwork.

Her unique Yogic Flow class, *Burst, Breathe, and Be,* blends various practices into a transformative experience, featuring somatic warm-ups, asana flow, meditation, and balance work. Karen’s teaching fosters relaxation, balance, and connection, inspiring participants to live freely in the moment. As a guide, Karen shares her passion for yoga with authenticity, offering inspiration and support to help others illuminate their unique life journeys.

Zia Elise is a lifelong student who focuses on leading classes for those who want to journey into deeper ways of being and nourish their inner realms. She teaches with a grateful, open heart and from the understanding that yoga is much more than the physical asanas, but also a holistic way of life and sacred philosophy. Zia has studied with Anuttara Ashram, whose teachings are rooted in non-dual Tantra and Bhakti yoga.

Her magic is rooted in the spirit and innate wisdom of the natural world, as well as the dynamic combination of different modalities and practices. Zia intentionally cultivates a container that empowers radical self-expression and expansion. She is passionate about the transformation one can experience when finding their inner peace and connection to their infinite potential.

Workshops and Demonstrations

Experience a diverse range of interactive workshops and live demonstrations, expertly led by highly acclaimed practitioners. These sessions offer valuable insights and hands-on learning in various holistic wellness practices, including an introduction to Attunement and even a unique opportunity to visit the Sunrise Ranch Attunement Sanctuary.

Sample Sessions

Guided Meditation and Mindfulness Practices
Yoga Classes (beginner to advanced levels)
Labyrinth Walks
Sound Baths and Healing Chant
Live performances by talented community musicians
And more …

Panel Discussions and Talks

Key Topics

Holistic Health Practices
The Power of Energy Medicine
Integrating Various Holistic Practices
An Introduction to Mushroom Medicine
Lectures from Holistic Health Coaches and Nutritionists

Enter to WIN the Sunrise Grand Prize

Enter your name, phone number, and email for a chance to win the Sunrise Grand Prize, which includes the following for you and your guest:

Admission to the Holistic Wellness Expo with a delicious farm fresh lunch, an exclusive networking wine bar happy hour after the Expo closes, one night stay at Sunrise Ranch Accommodations for TWO, an exquisite dinner prepared by Chef Barrett, followed by evening entertainment, the Holistic Wellness Dance Party, and a Sunrise Ranch yoga session or guided hike, topped off with a farm fresh breakfast in the morning!

If your name is selected as the lucky winner of the Sunrise Grand Prize and you have already purchased Expo tickets or a VIP Overnight Package, you will be fully reimbursed.

Apply to Exhibit at the Holistic Wellness Expo

Exhibition and Booths

Practitioners and related businesses will have the chance to showcase their services and products, offer mini-sessions, and share valuable information with Expo attendees. Featuring acupuncturists, herbalists, massage therapists, energy healers, and more, this is the perfect platform to grow your business and engage with potential clients.

Showcase Your Expertise: Gain exposure for your unique skills by leading public lectures or workshops in holistic practices like meditation, Reiki, yoga, healing chant, and more.

Get in Touch

For inquiries, contact us at:

holisticwellness@sunriseranch.org
(970) 679-4200

Secure your place now and be part of Northern Colorado’s exciting new Holistic Wellness Expo!

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Exhibitor Profiles

Dr. Michael Gaeta is a visionary educator, licensed acupuncturist, clinical nutritionist, and herbalist based in Denver, where he founded the Gaeta Institute. With over 34 years of experience in holistic healing, he has trained over 20,000 practitioners. His work focuses on integrating Chinese and functional medicine, emphasizing a “Nature First, Drugs Last” philosophy. Dr. Gaeta inspires health professionals globally through his workshops, the Clinician’s Mastermind Circle certification program, and various online courses, promoting both clinical and business success in holistic health practices. https://michaelgaeta.com/

David Karchere is an author, speaker, and spiritual teacher committed to awakening individuals to their highest potential. With a focus on emotional and spiritual healing, he inspires transformation through his global initiatives, workshops, and writings. His latest book, “Primal Christianity: Uncovering the Original Teachings of Jesus of Nazareth,” along with other works like “Becoming a Sun” and “Attunement,” explores the integration of personal health with universal consciousness. https://davidkarchere.com/

Dr. Sharon Montes is a holistic physician with over 30 years in family medicine, focusing on integrating mind, body, and spirit in healing. She empowers patients with practical, compassionate care, blending traditional and alternative medicine for wellness. Her upcoming lecture will cover “Healing the Healer,” and she will also lead a workshop on “Introduction to Mushroom Wellness.” https://livingwellhealthgroup.com/

Nancy Brauhn-Curnes, MA, founder of Djembe Jive in Loveland, Colorado, offers djembe instruction, drum circles, lessons, and performances. A former special education teacher, she pioneered an all-school drum program integrating students with special needs and continues to work with this population. She developed Rhythm Works, an evidence-based corporate team-building program, and has served as Artist in Residence in four school districts. Nancy performs with renowned drummers and is part of Fale, the African Drum and Dance Collective in Fort Collins. letsdrumnow.com

Allison Al-Khemia is a holistic healer and alchemist specializing in Quantum Manifestation and personal transformation. Through her workshops and practices, she integrates energy healing, ancient wisdom, and spiritual empowerment to help individuals manifest their highest potential. https://www.alchemywithallison.com/

Gary Goodhue is a transformational coach and mindfulness practitioner passionate about helping individuals achieve balance and clarity in their lives. Through his workshops and private sessions, he integrates mindfulness, meditation, and personal development techniques to inspire lasting change.

Bexx Taran Shanti is a yoga instructor, meditation teacher, herbalist, and master energy healing practitioner and teacher with over 20 years of experience, specializing in kundalini awakening and spiritual transformation. Her journey has taken her to the sacred Himalayas of India, where she taught yoga and deepened her understanding of the alchemy of mind, body, and spirit through practices that awaken and harmonize kundalini energy. Guided by compassion and the belief that our experiences are meant to be shared, Bexx weaves her ongoing studies in Ayurveda, yoga therapy, and energy work into her teachings, creating a welcoming space for students to awaken their inner light, access their highest potential, and transform challenges into opportunities for healing and growth.

Kriya Yoga Sound Healing with Handpan and Didgeridoo – Join Michael Rodriguez, RYT 200 and Reiki Usui L2, for a yoga experience combining hatha, vinyasa, and breathwork, enhanced by the handpan, didgeridoo, and singing bowls for all ages and abilities.

Brigette Mars

https://www.brigittemars.com/

Karen Pritchard