Jennifer Straw {Vail, Colorado}

Hello beautiful, I’m Jennifer Straw

Welcome…

I am a Certified Wise Womb Therapist, Somatic Womb Alchemist and Cacao Facilitator Initiate available for 1:1 and group healing sessions or ceremonies, both in person or remote.

I’m also a Certified Yoga Teacher specializing in Restorative Classes, a Certified Health Coach, and a Registered Nurse of over 20 years. 

I specialize in comfort through the senses, creating soft, warm, cozy spaces to allow the body to open and heal. 

I offer private in person and remote sessions, as well as classes and retreats for treating burnout and supporting healing your mind, body, and spirit.  

I’ve been studying with Naomi Love since 2010.  Naomi taught me so many ways to help and heal myself, that I was drawn to apprentice with her so I could help others as well.  What I love about this type of work is that supports healing in the mind, body, and spirit, allowing me to fulfill my purpose of helping others.  I weave what I’ve learned into my nursing practice as well, helping patients through kindness and the Wise Womb Way. 

I love being a part of this community and mentoring the Temple of the Womb Apprenticeship.  It’s an honor to support others through the journey that I walked myself.  It is my greatest joy to support and witness you for all that you are.  All of you is welcome here.  

My Healing Story & Journey…

I was first invited to a class held by Naomi Love in 2010 by a fellow yoga instructor.  I went to her Seasonal Ayurvedic Cleanse Class in hopes of helping my IBS symptoms. 

At that time, I was experiencing a lot of stress in my career and my marriage, anxiety, depression, abdominal pain, diarrhea, poor digestion, and fatigue.  I thought a cleanse would help my belly at least.  

I was delighted to learn so much more than I expected and improve my health by leaps and bounds over the coming weeks, months, and years. 

At that first class, Naomi taught us about our bodies in a way I had not learned before, even as a nurse.  She taught us about the Doshas, food combining, local herbs, and even took us on a plant walk through town.  Of course, she gave us cleansing instructions and delicious recipes, and she also took us so much deeper in our understanding of listening to and supporting our own bodies.  I began to see Naomi for private sessions and additional classes, where she led me to womb work and supporting my mind, body, and spirit in countless ways that were new to me. 

Naomi taught me how to truly take care of myself as a unique being.  I learned self-care massage and was empowered to do it on my own.  I learned I was not broken.  I learned emotional alchemy and got to know myself better and became a better nurse and friend.  I was so lucky to have this support as I was moving through the end of my marriage and my divorce.  

When Naomi announced her second apprenticeship in 2016, I wanted to do it but was hesitant.  I knew everything I’d learned from her had helped me tremendously but wasn’t sure I was the right person to offer this work to others.  I didn’t think I was “that kind” of healer and felt I should probably stay in the Nursing box. 

I was experiencing fear and resistance, and actually forgetting what an amazing effect this work had on me over the 6 years prior.  By this time, Naomi was a friend as well, and she half-jokingly told me that I had to take the class.  She said you have to do it, this IS for you!  I realized that of course, I wanted to do it because I was wishing I was in her first apprenticeship that was only open to bodyworkers the year before.  Every time I heard about the cool things they were learning and experiencing, I was yearning to be there. 

Naomi’s little push helped me realize I was experiencing resistance and standing in my own way.  I knew I’d benefit from the program, even if I only applied what I learned to myself.  So I did it!  And was forever grateful for the little push and being told that this program was exactly for me.  

The Temple of Womb Apprenticeship and Certification was profound for me. I experienced deep healing and huge shifts that elevated my life on every level.  My physical health improved even more, and so did my understanding of my body’s cycles and messages.  I was better able to read my body’s needs, manage my stress, and meet my needs.  My IBS calmed down, my menstrual cycles became more regular and less symptomatic, and I had more energy because I was putting myself first.  I began to attract jobs that are more aligned with my values and goals.  I grew as a person, experienced healthier relationships, and deepened my connection to myself and spirit.  

After enjoying Cacao ceremonies as a participant for many years, I began to study the history and facilitation of these ceremonies with Naomi Love. 

I was initiated as a facilitator of Cacao ceremonies in 2022 and continue to apprentice with the Cacao plant and the herbs traditionally combined for ceremonial use. Some of my favorites include cinnamon, raspberry, and rose.  I enjoy using ceremonial grade cacao from different origins and haven’t  been able to choose a favorite yet. They are all so delicious! Especially when combined with the ceremonial herbs. 

I am thrilled to be offering Cacao ceremonies, for which I devotedly prepare for days beforehand. 

After hundreds of hours of holding space and supporting my classmates, family, close friends, and partners, I began to offer this work to others.  Of course, I could not keep it for myself!  In my unique offerings, I weave in my knowledge of the body as a nurse, my health coaching experience, and restorative yoga practices with the Wise Womb Way. 

This gives you an extra cozy, yummy, supportive vibe to relax into and see what presents itself for healing and support.  

Think - warm light from Himalayan salt rock lamps, soft sheets, fuzzy blankets, relaxing music, sweet-smelling plants, and the deep beat of my drum lulling you into your inner landscape.  This is where you come to meet yourself and be supported.  All of you is welcome here.

I truly believe that everyone can benefit from the Wise Womb Way, and am honored to help you along this path.  My offerings include 1:1 and group, ceremonies, classes, private in person and remote sessions, and retreats. 

If you feel this story and my offerings resonate with you, and you’d like to experience Jen’s Zen Lounge for Healing, please contact me to schedule and inquire about upcoming retreats. 

Thank you for being here with me! I hope to hear from you soon!