Meet Erin
A little about the person behind Enlightened Sunflower.
Hi, I'm Erin—and I'm so glad you're here.
I've always had a natural connection to intuition, spirituality, and animals. My path to Reiki wasn't something I planned. It grew from years of exploring spirituality, learning to trust my intuition, and eventually discovering a practice that felt like a natural extension of who I already was.
Today, through Enlightened Sunflower, I have the privilege of offering that practice to animals.
Sharing reiki & apples with retired circus elephant Cindy
Why Animals?
There's something about animals that has always felt honest to me.
They don't care about titles, credentials, or whether something sounds a little “woo-woo.” They simply respond to the world in their own way.
I’ve also always had a soft spot for those who don’t get a voice of their own. Animals depend on us to notice when they’re afraid, uncomfortable, overwhelmed, or simply need a little extra support. Being able to offer them something that asks nothing of them in return is a big part of why this work means so much to me.
That's one of the things I love most about offering Reiki to animals. I don't need them to perform, cooperate, lie still, or interact with me. I can simply offer Reiki and allow them to decide what they want to do with the experience.
Their body. Their space. Their choice.
Spirituality, Curiosity & Me
Spirituality is an important part of my life. I believe in God, although I don't follow a particular religion. For me, spirituality has become much simpler over the years:
Be kind. Spread love. Help where you can.
I'm also someone who asks questions. I have a bachelor's degree in psychology, and I don't believe spirituality and curiosity have to compete with each other.
I can believe deeply in Reiki while also understanding why someone else might be skeptical of it.
You don't have to believe everything I believe for me to support your animal.
Luna-an amazing wolf
ICRT Certified Usui Holy Fire® Reiki Master Practitioner
Certified Spiritual Life Coach
ICRT Certified Master Animal Reiki Practitioner
B.A. in Psychology
My certifications are part of my education, but they're not the most important thing I bring into a session.
I bring patience, respect, compassion, an open mind—and a willingness to let your animal lead.