Ceremonialist, Midlife Midwife, Reiki Master Teacher and Spiritual Mentor

My story

Hailing from Brooklyn, NY, I am a first-generation Albanian-American, enriched by a tapestry of cultural narratives. While urban life was vibrant with diversity, my ancestral roots in Montenegro's remote village of Kraj, immersed me in nature’s embrace -- drawing water from wells, harvesting food from my ancestral land, and grounding myself to the Earth's rhythms.

I’ve journeyed globally, secured a Bachelor's degree in Cultural Anthropology from California State University, and deepened my insight into Transformational Psychology at the University of Philosophical Research.

With over three decades of holistic learning, encompassing Yoga, Holotropic Breathwork, Meditation, Conscious Communication, living of the grid on a permaculture farm in Costa Rica, Plant Medicine, and various Earth Based spiritual practices. I’m attuned as a Reiki Master in the revered Usui Reiki method by the esteemed Chris Eagle.

Since 2018, I’ve been a medicine guide, supporting individual deep dives with Psilocybin and at retreats.

My life’s tapestry, woven with personal growth, diverse communities, and wisdom, empowers me to guide others on their healing sojourns. 

Healing jounrey

In 2010, I experienced a near-tragic car accident that set me on the most transformative healing journey of my life. Despite two doctors telling me that I would never regain full use of my left arm, I was undeterred. Although Western medicine played a role in mending my bones, it was my daily commitment to various healing practices that truly facilitated my recovery. With determination, I not only regained full use of her arm but also went on to guide others on their healing paths.

By 2013, with the collaboration of Camille Cimino and Katrina Zavalney, Guzel co-founded Cross Pollinate. This venture became a beacon for women's empowerment in Los Angeles, flourishing until 2018.

After my transformative 8th year as a Moondancer, I now lead sweat lodges and integrate age-old wisdom teachings to bolster the emergence of the Rainbow Tribe -- a harmonious confluence of lineages for humanity's evolution. 

Honored as a pipe carrier in the Ollintlahuimetztli tradition, my dedication is evident. I’ve been a fire keeper since 2012, hosting inclusive Fire Circles in my beautiful Los Angeles haven. I also lead monthly sweat lodges in Pasadena, CA.

I host Women’s retreats in Costa Rica and Colorado.

Additionally, I extend my expertise to corporate sectors, offering transformative wellness sessions.

It is a deep honor to be in a feminine body that is free and sovereign.

I am privileged to support other women into fully stepping into their empowered self!

“I am here to be a guiding light to shepherd you to your heart's core, unveiling your innate power during life's pivotal moments.

My gift lies in recognizing and nurturing your unique strengths, propelling you to your highest potential.”

- Guzel Gjenasaj

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Let’s Work Together

Any questions or concerns, I am here with open arms.