ABOUT MIRASHIFT
ABOUT MONICA HAMER
Monica is a Certified CranioSacral Therapist with over 20 years of extensive training through Upledger Institute International (UII). She also serves as a Certified Teaching Assistant with UII for a variety of CranioSacral classes around the country.
Monica integrates CranioSacral Therapy's low impact application with other modalities to treat a range of issues that traditional medicine has been unable to address. Most recently, she has founded Crisis Support Therapy Partners (CST Partners), a Texas 501c3 nonprofit organization that provides CranioSacral therapy and other alternative health therapies to communities affected by school shootings. CST Partners is currently providing service clinics in both Uvalde, Texas and Nashville, TN.
FOR MONICA, IT'S PERSONAL
One thing that sets Monica apart from other therapists is her emphasis on educating her clients on the impact that the mind-body connection has on their overall health. She believes in empowering her clients to look at health from a lifestyle perspective by incorporating a variety of tools that help each individual as opposed to a “magic pill.” The personal time and attention Monica gives is the distinctive quality that creates a safe, therapeutic experience for each of her clients.
A native Texan and mom to three young adults, Monica and her husband currently live in Dallas. She is known by her friends, family and clients for her joyful spirit and caring personality.
"CST has been very helpful to lower my stress levels, increase my mind-body awareness and help with TMJ. It's one of the things I do for preventative maintenance."
N.T. - CHICAGO, IL.
TRAINING & ACCREDITATIONS
Upledger Institute
- Techniques Certified CranioSacral Therapist
- Certified CranioSacral Therapy Teaching Assistant
- CranioSacral Therapy Study Group Leader
- CranioSacral Therapy I & II
- SomatoEmotional Release I &II
- Advanced CranioSacral Therapy I
- CranioSacral Therapy for Pediatrics I & II
- CranioSacral Therapy for Conception, Pregnancy, and Birth I & II
- CranioSacral Therapy for Sensory Integration
- SomatoEmotional – Mastering the Inner Physician
- Body Alchemy of Relational NeuroScience/Treating Trauma and Abuse I
- CST Touching the Brain: Stimulating Self-Correction Through the Glial Interface
- CranioSacral Therapy for Cranial Nerves I
- CranioSacral Therapy Applications for Concussion
- Lymphatic Total Body Balancing
- CranioSacral Therapy and Working with Chronic Depletion
- Comprehensive Therapy Program
Other Trainings & Certifications
- 200 Hour Meditation Teacher Certification
- Medical Massage for Pregnancy and Postpartum Certification
- Infant Massage Instructor
- Birth Doula Training through DONA
- Medical Intuitive Certification
- Infant Resuscitation Certification
- CranioSacral Therapy for Breastfeeding
- CPR Certification
- Reiki Levels I & II
- Cupping & Shinua Therapy
- Reflexology for Massage
- Thai Massage & Stretching
Pro Bono Service
- CST Partners Service Clinics. Click here to learn more.
- CranioSacral Therapy for Pediatrics & Adults
- CST/Massage Therapy for Cancer and Scoliosis
- Postpartum Support Group Leader
- Prenatal Massage Therapy
- Infant Massage Therapy
- Pediatric Massage Therapy
- Birth & Postpartum Doula
Additional Achievements
- Founder & CEO of Crisis Support Therapy Partners
- Chicago, NYC & Vancouver Marathons
- 18 Half Marathons across the United States
- Running Coach for Full & Half Marathons
- Raising 3 children, now graduated from college – my crowning achievement
THERAPY PRACTITIONERS
Makayla Gentry is a licensed massage therapist and Techniques Certified CranioSacral therapist with Upledger Institute International (UII). Her work focuses on bodywork to assist in the healing of her clients both physically and emotionally. Her favorite massage therapy modalities include Deep Tissue, Sports, and Structure work. As with so many aspects of her life, Makayla always seeks to leave those who cross her path feeling better and more fulfilled than when they first connected. She understands the importance of meeting her clients where they are in their journey and knows that holding space for them offers respect and recognition for their needs to support every step of their journey.
Dianné Holt has worked as an occupational therapist in pediatric and adult settings for over 30 years, with more than 20 years of experience providing CranioSacral therapy. After graduating from Texas Women’s University, she sought additional training through the Upledger Institute International to provide enhanced offerings to the patients she serves. Dianné’s experience is expansive, addressing a wide range of interests from educational and developmental challenges in children as well as physical and cognitive challenges in adults. She has been deeply moved to witness how the delicate, light touch of CarnioSacral therapy has offered powerful results in gently guiding her clients toward effectively healing and embracing a balanced life.
Tilde Guajardo is a seasoned Certified Positive Psychology Practitioner, Small Group Facilitator, Leadership Trainer, and Ordained Minister with over 20 years of global coaching and mentoring experience across diverse backgrounds. She employs a unique blend of positive psychology and spirituality, emphasizing spirit-mind-body alignment, while offering practical tools for emotional regulation. Drawing from her transformative journey, Tilde specializes in helping individuals heal from traumas and break negative cycles. Recognized for her clients' swift results, Tilde creates a safe space for open sharing, aiming to embolden and inspire individuals to unmask their true identity and unlock their full potential.
Shon MonDragon works as a counselor, teacher and sound healer, and utilizes a history of eclectic knowledge of psychology and meditation to engage the process of self-observation and reflection. His work focuses on enhancing awareness and internal resources for calm and relaxation. Shon does not teach what to think, but rather options for ways to become more aware of the process of thought. By doing this he hopes to deepen the process of healing and growth for his clients and liberate their ability to hold greater agency over their life experience.
CST Partners provides free alternative health therapies to communities affected by school shootings.
At our most recent clinic, CST Partners treated children and parents who are direct survivors of the Robb Elementary school shooting on May 24th, 2022. Participants benefited from CranioSacral Therapy and Art and Sound Therapy.