Hi! My name is Mercedes Benyo.

I’m very passionate about touch therapy and the body’s innate ability to heal itself. I believe when we lose touch, we become out of touch. My healing techniques are trauma-informed and designed for deep relaxation, recovery, and holistic wellness. By integrating various modalities to fit my clients rhythm, I return people to a grounded space in their bodies where their own natural healing energies can easily move through. My wish is for everyone to discover their power to heal—mentally, physically,emotionally, and spiritually.

I grew up in the Pacific Northwest among the mountains, trees, and of course, the rain that makes the land so lush. To me, nature is the true healer, and our gateway to reconnecting with our intuition and healing capabilities. My own healing journey began at just 11 years old when I started to get hemiplegic migraines. They were both physically and emotionally debilitating, and like many, I turned to pharmaceuticals for support. Finally at 25, after Western medicine had failed to treat my pain, I decided it was time to return to the source—to listen to my body and find out what she was trying to tell me. I began yoga, meditation, and massage, and couldn’t believe the relief I experienced. Though I wouldn’t wish migraines on anyone, I am so grateful for the lessons and life path they afforded me. Through my pain, I was guided to become my own healer, and in that process, I’ve discovered that there is no finish line in healing. The path to restoration flows continuously, allowing us to always expand and evolve.

I hold the following certifications:

2022- Licensed Massage Therapist #MT-28880

2021- Craniosacral Therapy 1, Upledger Institute

2018- Somatic Healing

2016- Trauma Informed Yoga

2015- Certified Alliance Yoga & Meditation Teacher