Betsy Schwartz

Betsy Schwartz is a Spiritual Tour Guide, and Reiki Master teacher, who has lived in Citrus County since 2003. She helps people navigate their inner landscape and healing journey through the lens of the chakra system. Betsy has served on several non-profit boards in her previous career as a childbirth professional. She loves to play drums, swim, play Mah Jongg and practice with her Dragonboat team. Betsy envisions a world of love, and always strives to be the love and the light the world needs so desperately.

Carrie Perez

Carrie Perez is a Health & Freedom Advocate who has served as a Chapter Leader for the Weston A Price Foundation for over 10 years. She is a Drop Coordinator for Azure Standard and hosts healthy food co-ops for both people and pets!
As a Certified EMF Specialist, she educates the community on the dangers of wireless technology and provides solutions through her business, SafeFrom5G.com. Soon to be double-certified as a Building Biologist, she offers free EMF Workshops all over the state.
She is currently developing a Digital Detox AirBnB right here in Citrus County. Guests can ditch the tech and reconnect with nature. PEMF therapy, infra-red sauna, homeopathy, Bed & Breakfast service, andFeatures include: edible plants & herbs, a Health Concierge service, /or a variety of homestead experiences including goats, chickens, turkeys, ducks & rabbits!

Ryan Kuhlman

Ryan brings a rare combination of grounded presence, thoughtful insight, and genuine compassion to his work. He has spent much of his life exploring spirituality, philosophy, and personal growth, quietly walking his own path long before sharing it openly with others.

A lifelong student of spiritual traditions, Ryan enjoys exploring the many ways people make meaning of the unseen. His practice includes rune reading, symbolism, and contemplative spiritual inquiry, always approaching these traditions with respect and curiosity rather than rigid belief.

Ryan believes that every person already carries the wisdom they seek. His role is simply to help create the conditions where that wisdom can be heard.

As an artist at heart, Ryan also brings a creative eye to everything he does. Whether through visual art, meaningful conversation, or shared moments of laughter, he reminds people that healing doesn’t always have to be heavy. His gentle nature, quiet wisdom, and playful spirit help create an environment where transformation feels safe, human, and even joyful.

Ryan has a particular passion for supporting men in reconnecting with themselves and discovering healthier, more meaningful ways of navigating life. He understands that strength and vulnerability are not opposites, but partners, and he creates a space where both can exist without judgment.

He holds a Master’s degree in Psychology from Columbia University and has built a diverse professional background spanning marketing, bookkeeping, tattoo artistry, and men’s mentorship. This breadth of experience allows him to connect with people from many different walks of life, meeting them with humility, curiosity, and an authentic desire to help them grow.

Nadia Hrynkiw

Nadia is a Licensed Craniosacral Therapist and Traditional Medicine Woman who supports people through deep transformation and return to their authentic selves. Much of her work focuses on healing PTSD and body-based approaches, enabling her to bring the “woo” into a grounded framework that is easy to digest and integrate. She has a deep passion for mentoring individuals on how to directly connect with their unique spiritual path and life purpose. Nadia was previously the Director of a non-profit in Vancouver, Washington where she brought indigenous-style healing to the community at little or no cost, before relocating to Citrus County in 2025. Her educational background includes law, psychology, shamanic healing, and trauma support. She now lives in Crystal River with her partner Ryan, where they are actively growing their first food forest and offering conscious couples’ coaching to the local community.

Kay Sotallaro

Kay Sotallaro is a Healing Alchemist who takes a whole-person approach to wellness, blending practical tools, mindfulness, and natural supports to help others reconnect with themselves. After spending many years living with chronic pain, complex trauma, and deep struggles with her mental health, Kay experienced firsthand what it feels like to lose hope—and what it takes to begin finding it again. Her own healing journey inspired a deep passion for walking alongside others as they discover healing, hope, and the strength that has been within them all along.

She is the founder of Kay Healing Alchemist and has spent years building community through local groups that encourage connection, support, and belonging. She believes healing happens not only within ourselves but also through genuine relationships and knowing we don’t have to face life’s challenges alone. Whether she’s facilitating Healing & Connection Circles, volunteering in the community, or simply listening with compassion, Kay’s heart is to help people feel seen, supported, and empowered.

Kay lives in Citrus County with her husband and two children, where she enjoys homeschooling, spending time in nature, reading, and continuing to learn about holistic wellness, personal growth, and ways to better serve her community.