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​​My work is shaped by a deeply personal journey of introspection, self-awareness, and transformation.
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I was an introverted and very shy child. I was also academically gifted, and from an early age, I felt pressure to live up to others’ expectations. I carried a lot of anxiety beneath that achievement, and the fear of letting those around me down weighed heavily on me. The more I continued to excel, the more approval I received, providing me with the sense of acceptance, safety, and belonging I needed. At the same time, I was pushed into an  uncomfortable spotlight when all I wanted was to blend  into the background.

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To navigate this duality, I learned to keep much of what I was feeling to myself. Somewhere along the way, my voice quieted, my boundaries blurred, and the seeds of people-pleasing were firmly planted — patterns I would carry with me well into adulthood.

A Turning Point Toward Healing

The chronic stress and emotional strain of working in a corporate environment eventually began to take a toll on my well-being.

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By 2017, I felt exhausted and disconnected from myself. I had spent years pushing through, meeting expectations, and taking on more than I realized. Tired of simply surviving and burying my light, I made a conscious choice to turn inward and begin a deeper journey of self-discovery and healing.

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I explored different forms of support and worked with practitioners who helped me care for myself in new ways. When I discovered Healing Touch, something about the practice resonated deeply with me. Through my own experience with the work, I began to explore the emotional and energetic patterns that had shaped me and reconnect with parts of myself I had long set aside.

Energy Healing

Discovering Healing Touch

Through this transformative energy healing modality, I began to notice shifts in how I related to myself, including greater self-awareness and self-compassion. Over time, I felt more grounded, with greater clarity and resilience. In 2020, amidst the challenges of the pandemic, this path led me toward becoming a Healing Touch Certified Practitioner.

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My Ongoing Healing Journey

My road toward healing and self-discovery has not been linear, and the work has often felt messy. Today, I continue to navigate the corporate world, but from a very different place within myself. What once felt like an impossible challenge has become an important part of my growth, teaching me to speak up for myself, honour my needs, and maintain healthy boundaries amid daily demands.

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Looking back, I understand more clearly how these experiences have shaped me. I am grateful for how far I have come — for what I’ve released and reclaimed: my vitality, my voice, and my purpose. Healing is deeply personal, and my journey continues to unfold with humility, curiosity, and a growing trust in meeting myself exactly where I am.

Stefanie Pinela

​How I Support Clients

At Alma Luna Alchemy, my lived experience, sensitivity, and intuitive awareness shape how I meet each client. My work is rooted in empathy and guided by the ethical standards and scope of Healing Touch.

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I help create a pause from the noise of daily life — space to slow down, notice what may be asking for your attention, and come home to yourself. Through gentle, heart-centered Healing Touch techniques, I support the process of softening and releasing — so you can move forward feeling more grounded and closer to the inner gold that has always been yours.

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​A Little More About Me

Nature is where I feel most at home. I love simple moments outdoors — walking through a park, listening to birdsong in my backyard, feeling the warmth of the sun, or standing barefoot on the grass. I also love strength training and checking out different fitness spaces around Toronto. Movement is a blessing to me and such an important part of feeling grounded. I’m also a proud cat mama to four rescue kitties, each with their own personality and all of them bringing so much joy into our home.

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Whatever has brought you to this page today, I’m so glad you’re here, and I look forward to connecting with you.

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With Gratitude, Love and Healing Light,

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Alma Luna Alchemy draws its inspiration from my deep reverence for the moon and its ever-changing phases — a reflection of the natural rhythms and cycles within our lives. To me, these cycles mirror both our inner and outer experiences, inviting greater awareness, deeper connection, and gentle transformation as we return to our most authentic selves.

Feather
Alma
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Alma
Soul • essence • inner self
Luna
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Moon • cycles • intuition
Luna
Alchemy
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Alchemy
Transformation • integration • becoming
Certifications
With a deep commitment to integrity and ongoing education, I strive to create a nurturing, supportive environment that encourages relaxation, balance, and a greater sense of well-being.

HEALING TOUCH CERTIFIED PRACTITIONER, Healing Touch Professionals Association

CERTIFIED MINDFULNESS MEDITATION, Yoga Renew 

CERTIFIED CHAKRA CRYSTAL HEALER, Happy Soul Academy 

CERTIFIED CHAKRA HEALER, Natural Healer TM

ENERGY MEDICINE 1, The Institute of Holistic Nutrition

CERTIFIED CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY, Ontario School of Alternative Medicine

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE, PSYCHOLOGY, York University

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