Her journey into healing began early as a child, through meditation, yoga, and natural medicine. Over the years, her path led from research labs to graduate training in physical therapy, and eventually to building her own private practice in the Washington, DC area. Along the way, she gathered skills in lymphatic drainage therapy, craniosacral therapy, biomechanics, mindfulness, Feldenkrais, Ayurveda, nutritional therapy, and more, always guided by a deep curiosity about how the body and spirit heal.
Since 2016, Rita and her son have explored over 300 U.S. and Canadian national parks and monuments, learning from the landscapes and rhythms of the natural world. These journeys continue to shape her healing work, reminding her and those she guides that nature itself is a profound teacher.
Drawing on decades of practice and lived experience, Rita developed the NAOMI Healing Method, a framework rooted in five pillars:
This approach is both practical and soulful, creating a safe space where people can reconnect with their vitality and discover their own rhythm of healing.
Rita’s mission is simple: to help people remember that they already carry the seeds of healing within. Through nature exploration, mindful movement, and wholistic care, she invites others into spaces of renewal where body, mind, and spirit meet.
Rita works with a limited number of clients and groups each season. To inquire about upcoming sessions or programs, please use the contact form. Our team will respond with current availability and next steps.
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