About Tami

Tami Heaton (they/she) is a certified breathwork facilitator and sound therapy practitioner based in St. Louis and Columbia, MO. After recovering from Long Covid, Tami discovered the profound healing benefits of breathwork and sound therapy, leading them to embrace these practices both personally and professionally. Their work centers on helping individuals regulate their nervous systems, develop emotional resilience, and cultivate inner peace through breathwork, sound baths, and somatic healing techniques.

Tami is particularly passionate about supporting neurodivergent individuals, as well as those navigating trauma and addiction. They have trained extensively in polyvagal theory and apply these principles to help clients with self-regulation, nervous system healing, and recovery. Their approach is informed by both their training and lived experience as a neurodivergent person, allowing them to create a safe and inclusive space for all.

With over 20 years of experience as a small business coach and entrepreneur, Tami brings practical insight to their healing work, recognizing the importance of balancing personal growth with life’s everyday demands.

CERTIFICATIONS

I am fully certified as a trauma-informed breathwork facilitator, meditation leader, sound therapy facilitator, and polyvagal teacher.

Certifications

  • Breathwork Teacher Training – Loka Yoga School
  • Applied Polyvagal Theory in Therapeutic Yoga – The Embody Lab
  • Shamanic Healing Initiatory Process + Shamanic Ordination – Venus Rising Association for Transformation
  • Polyvagal Certificate Program (Second Cohort) – The Polyvagal Institute
  • Meditation Teacher Training – Loka Yoga School
  • Sound Therapy and Sound Healing Practitioner Accreditation – Complementary Therapists Accredited Association
  • Drum Circle Leadership Training – Drum Circle Leadership Foundation
  • Somatic Practitioner Mentorship Program – The Embody Lab – in progress

Upcoming Training

  • Certified Peer Specialist Training – State of Missouri – December 2024
  • Shamanic, Usui, and Tibetan Reiki – Aahara Spiritual Community – Fall 2025
  • Shamanic Breathwork Facilitation – Venus Rising Association for Transformation – June 2025
  • Holotropic Breathwork Facilitation – Grof Transpersonal Training – 2026 or 2027 (it’s a long and expensive process!)