My name is Gabriela Sofia. For much of my life, I was known as Gabby—a name that belonged to a younger version of me, the girl shaped by fear, obedience, and survival. As I walked through the profound loss and awakening, I felt called to reclaim my full name—Gabriela Sofia—a name that I have become: strong, wise, independent, and rooted deeply in my own truth. It represents my spiritual rebirth, my dark night of the soul, and my journey of remembrance.

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I am a Mexican American woman, born in the United States and raised within the richness, resilience, and deep spirituality of my cultural heritage.  I am bilingual in English and Spanish, which allows me to serve and support communities that are often underrepresented or underserved in the healing and wellness spaces.  My identity, my lineage, and my ancestral roots are woven into my work-guiding me, grounding me, and reminding me of the strength carried by the women before me.

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My path into healing began after the sudden passing of my eldest son—a loss that shattered every belief I once held and brought me into the deepest darkness I have ever known. Having endured childhood abuse, domestic violence, and the collapse of my entire immediate family within a short period of time, I reached a breaking point where my body, mind, and spirit could no longer carry the weight alone.

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Through deep support and sacred plant medicines, I slowly began to return to myself.  Psychedelic-assisted therapy with MDMA helped release layers of trauma stored in my body, and my first ayahuasca ceremony opened my heart to the truths I had forgotten.  What began as survival became transformation-and eventually, a calling to help others heal their own wounds with compassion, safety and reverence.

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With more than 20 years of experience in healthcare and 4 years in hospice, I have witnessed the sacred threshold between life and death. Through a  Kabbalistic perspective, I’ve learned that death is not an ending but a transition-that our connection with loved ones continues in ways deeper and more spiritual than before.  These experiences expanded my relationship with nature, intuition, and the unseen world through synchronicities and spiritual guidance.

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I hold training in Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy, Reiki, Integration Coaching and Life Coaching, and I earned my BA in Collaborative Health and Human Services with concentrations in Social Work and Public Administration. I have specialized training in domestic violence, human trafficking, sexual assault, and trauma-informed care and have worked extensively with marginalized  populations, including the unhoused, disabled adults, older adults, and those living in poverty. My background in business development, sales, and marketing allows me to bridge spiritual work with grounded leadership. 

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As a Generator with Emotional Authority (2/4) in Human Design, I lead through connection, intuition, and emotional truth.  My mission through Ayani Healing is to help others remember their wholeness and find peace and healing through sacred plant medicines, integration, and compassionate, heart-centered guidance.

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I believe healing is not about becoming someone new-it is about remembering who. you already are beneath the pain.