Hello, I’m Gwen.

I walked into my first yoga class at a gym in West Hollywood in 1996. Back then, I was more interested in burning calories than slowing down. After class, I felt amazing—like I had been present in my body for the first time.

My mind was calm. My body felt relaxed. My whole being felt centered.

So I kept going to class on and off—here and there.

Over time, I became a regular at a popular studio in West Hollywood where I was introduced to Iyengar yoga. It was slower, but still intense. During a class, Paul Cabanis gave me a small adjustment in a posture, and I felt a seismic shift in my body. In my mind, a lightbulb turned on. 

Yoga deeply soothed my anxiety and stress. My relationship with food and myself shifted—eventually enabling me to leave a long-time eating disorder in the past.

I've had the privilege to be mentored by and assist influential yoga teachers including Jasmine Lieb, Jeanne Heilemann, Carmen Fitzgibbor, Jill Miller, and Garth McLean.

I’m the founder of Embodied Anatomy, Physiology and Movement for Yoga Teachers, an anatomy training that helps new and experienced instructors gain a deeper understanding of human anatomy so they can safely guide and adapt poses to their students’ unique needs. I teach Anatomy, Therapeutic Yoga, and Yoga for Injuries and Special Conditions at advanced teacher trainings.

I was thrilled to partner with CalTech to explore the connection between consistent yoga practice and interoception (our awareness of internal sensations). While the study was paused during the pandemic, I'm eager to continue contributing to research that promotes positive outcomes, personalized care, and heightened well-being for all.

In addition to being a yoga teacher, I am a daughter, sister, aunt, wife, and mother of twins.

I understand the demands of modern life and the importance of stress management techniques. I know how important it is to stay grounded and connected to ourselves as we move through the occasional (or chronic) life complications that seem hellbent on sideswiping our joy.

Like you, I’m always learning and growing.

That’s the beauty and creativity of it.

I believe yoga's benefits should be accessible to everyone. Whether you're seeking pain relief and improved mobility, enhanced athletic performance, support during a rough time, or stress reduction and inner peace, I can tailor my approach to meet your unique goals.

My teaching combines a focus on proper alignment with playful movement, and crucial periods of rest to create a well-rounded practice that nourishes both body and mind. The sense of well-being you cultivate on the mat extends into your daily life.

My passion for giving back fuels my involvement as a founding member of Altadena ACT, a community advocacy group dedicated to infrastructure and equity. Actively engaged at my children's school and a recently retired Committee Chair for my son's Cub Scouts, I value fostering a strong sense of community. Additionally, I'm passionate about cooking and eating, gardening, biodiversity, and environmental protection.