Julie Montinieri, EMP

I'm an Energy Medicine Practitioner (EMP) in Suffield, CT.  

I grew up in Utica, NY, the oldest of 6 kids. My mom was an RN,

childbirth educator, and hospice volunteer. My dad was a

gravedigger. He ran a cemetery; our house was on the property

(yes, we have stories). I attended Saint  Michael’s College in VT

because I loved to ski. Lucky me, I could see Mt. Mansfield from

my dorm room window. I met my future husband at St. Mike’s

and earned a BA in English Lit. I landed a teaching fellowship at

the University of Vermont while pursuing an MA. Married to the

same guy for over 40 years, we raised two beautiful,

accomplished daughters. Now we live in rural CT, just minutes

away from two precious grandchildren.

What led me to Energy Medicine was receiving reiki while being

treated for breast cancer 20 years ago. The practitioner slipped

her hands under my low back and I knew: “Whatever she’s doing,

I need to learn it.” Reiki training led me to a school of energy

medicine that blew my mind wide open.

I have a diploma from  the Institute of Healing Arts and Sciences 

(formerly located in Bloomfield, CT).  The curriculum  was approved 

by the State of Connecticut Department of Higher Education. 

I often (half) joke that it was four years  of learning healing techniques

and group therapy.  I love sharing  the enrichment I received  with my 

clients every day.

I’m in the crone (wise woman, smile) phase of life. I read

endlessly. I love meeting friends for long lunches. I enjoy walking

along the Connecticut River (including heron sightings) almost

daily. I practice yoga and meditation. I’ve led meditation circles 

since 2012 because the power of women gathered in circles

basically holds the world together.

My ultimate goal is to provide a safe, supportive space where you can claim your divine inheritance -– the peace of living in harmony with yourself, others, Earth and Source.  As a result of our work together, you will be able to make positive choices for yourself, leaving self-betrayal behind. You will be in closer alignment with your authentic self and in better relationship with others. Without compromising your new-found integrity, you serve yourself and others in mutually beneficial ways. Life becomes a joy.

Doing this work is my honor and privilege. I'm awed by it just about every day.  I look forward to meeting you and assisting you in re-claiming your True Self.

Energy Medicine Practitioner, Blue Heron Healing, Suffield, CT.  Provide hands-on energy balancing and intuitive insight to diverse clientele for deep relaxation, pain and stress relief.  Session realigns client with her own deepest wisdom.  2008-present

Co-Creator/Facilitator, Journey to Self: Beyond Anxiety and Depression, a therapeutic group combining cognitive behavioral therapy and holistic healing. Provide coping strategies and healing practices to support clients engaged in group therapy. Fall 2016-present

Meditation Instructor, Blue Heron Healing. Teaching includes breath work, progressive relaxation and guided imagery for relaxation, stress relief, and connection to your core essence. 2012-present. 

Presenter, Blue Heron Healing.  Co-facilitate solstice, equinox, full and new moon ceremonies to align with the cycles of nature for optimal creativity. 2014-present 

Author, The Blessings of Breast Cancer, The Door Opener, December 2012. 

Teaching Assistant, Institute of Healing Arts and Sciences, Fall 2009- Spring 2010

Speaker, The Energy Medicine Healing Process:  Reclaiming your True (Divine) Nature

Energy Medicine Intern, Hebrew Health Care, West Hartford, CT. Provided energetic support for elderly residents to relieve pain and ease chronic conditions. Served Alzheimer's and dementia patients as well as short-term rehab clients recovering from surgery, stroke or broken bones. Provided insight on mind-body connections to facilitate holistic healing. September 2008-April 2009

Energy Medicine Intern, St. Francis Hospital, Hartford, CT. Provided bio-energetic balance for patients in labor, receiving chemotherapy or recovering from surgery, stroke, heart attack, alcoholism. Many in acute pain. September 2007-April 2008

Associated Bodywork and Massage Professionals. Practitioner member, maintaining the highest standards of professional conduct and strictly adhering to the AMBP Code of Ethics.