She takes individuals and small groups on journeys into the Amazon rainforest to work with local healers to assist people so they may undergo transformative experiences.
PHOENIX, AZ, September 05, 2024 /24-7PressRelease/ — Vesna M. Matic, MA, has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who’s Who. As in all Marquis Who’s Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected based on current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.
Ms. Matic has dedicated her career to spirituality and holistic healing as the founder of Visions for Life. Since 2015, she has provided clients with spiritual counseling and transformational travel experiences around the world. Her clinical work addresses a broad spectrum of mental health issues. Ms. Matic’s expertise in spirituality and holistic healing has earned her recognition and respect within her industry.
As part of her ongoing efforts in this sector, Ms. Matic collaborates with traditional healers and shamans in various regions worldwide and incorporates the knowledge gained from them into ceremonies used in her own practice. She takes individuals and small groups on journeys into the Amazon rainforest to work with local healers to assist people so they may undergo transformative experiences. Moreover, Ms. Matic incorporates various plant medicines from these regions into her practice with clients in the U.S.
Before establishing her practice, Ms. Matic was a crisis intake therapy specialist at The Guidance Center in Flagstaff, Arizona, from 2014 to 2017. During this time, she worked in the crisis department and was pivotal in providing counseling services to the Havasupai tribe at the bottom of the Grand Canyon. This enriching experience involved taking a helicopter down to the tribe, where Ms. Matic spent about a week each visit to work with the tribespeople.
Ms. Matic also found success as a children’s and young adult coordinator and therapist at the Community Counseling Center in Holbrook, Arizona, between 2008 and 2013. In this capacity, she provided essential support and therapy to young individuals, families, and adults helping them navigate various challenges of recovering from severe trauma, abuse, substance dependence or mental illness and fostering their mental well-being.
Ms. Matic’s career began with a strong foundation in clinical psychology. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in Clinical Psychology from Cleveland State University, a Bachelor of Arts in metaphysics from the University of Sedona, and a Master of Arts in clinical psychology from Cleveland State University in 1987. These academic achievements have been instrumental in shaping her approach to integrating spirituality into her counseling practice. Ms. Matic’s dedication to holistic healing is further evidenced by her certifications as a Pranic healer, a no-touch therapy that uses life force to heal physical, mental, emotional and spiritual problems.
In addition to her primary career objectives, Ms. Matic is an active member of the American Psychological Association, reflecting her commitment to staying connected with industry developments and best practices. She is also deeply involved in civic-minded organizations. Since 2014, Ms. Matic has supported human trafficking initiatives and actively participated in a local Tibet organization.
Ms. Matic has also made significant contributions to literature as a co-author of a three-part series in “The Book of Human Empowerment,” published in 2024, as well as being a co-author in “Taking the Emotion Out of the Commotion,” published in 2024. These works underscore her dedication to empowering individuals through knowledge and spiritual growth.
Throughout her career, Ms. Matic has remained steadfast in her belief that addressing the disconnect between body, mind and spirit is crucial for overall well-being. Her unique approach to counseling through spiritual journeys continues to profoundly impact those she serves. More about Ms. Matic can be found on her website at www.visionsforlife.org.
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