The Medium Next Door | Evidential Intuitive Psychic Medium

SUN | AUG 3 | 7-9PM

SUNDAY NIGHT LIGHT | THE Q&A

PRIVATE + GALLERY MEDIUM READINGS

Marissa is a certified medium and spiritual advisor known to those in her orbit as the “medium next door.” She has run a staffing firmer for almost 20 years, guiding people in life and work decisions for her entire career. She has been connecting with spirit since she was a toddler. Thanks to the experts at SoulSideOut School, she accepted, recognized, and celebrated her gifts - and has been actively sharing them since 2018.

Marissa offers individual and group readings during her “Magic Hours” and a new 5 week series “Monday Night Magic” beginning April 29th where she will guide you to tap into your own intuition, with the 5th session ending with a “Magic Hours” group reading. She feels the healing from sharing spirit with friends is incredibly powerful. She focuses on empowering others to listen to their own intuition, to “feel more to feel less” and to believe in more.

Soul Remembrance + Emily Billington Photography | Founder

THE REMEMBERING CIRCLE

TUE | AUG 5 | 7-8:30PM

You may know Emily Billington locally as a creative photographer, always seeking to capture moments that reflect the essence of life. But beyond the lens, Emily has quietly pursued a path of spiritual growth, becoming a Quantum Hypnosis Healing Therapy (QHHT) practitioner, a certified energy work practitioner under the mentorship of Denise Hoagland, and an intuitive channeler. She is dedicated to collaborating with others on their paths to self-discovery and healing.

In all of her work, Emily creates a sacred space that honors and reveals unique truths of each individual. Her offering is one of deep spiritual exploration, harmonizing artistic expression with soul remembrance. 

Mama Bird Well Nest | Founder

YOGA INSTRUCTOR | LIFE COACH

YOGA WITH LITTLES | BABY | MON @ 10AM

YOGA WITH LITTLES | TODDLER | MON @ 11AM

JUL 21, 28 | AUG 4, 11

After becoming a mom, Ambar noticed that many of the mommy and me classes she went to were all about the babies, and very little about the moms. She remembers leaving classes thinking, "What about me?" So, she created Yoga With Littles classes - Mommy + Me Yoga classes designed with both mothers and little ones in mind.

Babies and toddlers benefit from an early introduction to mindful movement, stretching, and socialization. Mothers benefit from stretching, breathing, and taking time for self care while bonding with their little ones and connecting with other moms in a similar life stage.

Two River Acupuncture | Founder

DACM, L.Ac, Dipl. O.M

HEAL WELL | SOUND BATH + ACUPUNCTURE

THU | JUN 12 | 7-8:30PM

Dr. Karly is a board certified Diplomat of Oriental Medicine licensed to practice acupuncture and herbology in the state of New Jersey. She received the highest level of education in the field of Traditional Chinese Medicine, receiving her doctorate from Pacific College of Health and Science. After her many academic hours studying course material based on eastern and western medicine, she has worked in three busy private, integrated practices treating many physical to mental emotional conditions.

Prior to studying Traditional Oriental Medicine, Karly received a bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science and Nutrition from the University of Scranton which focused greatly on anatomy, physiology, and biomechanics. Raised by two chiropractors, holistic healthcare is in her blood.

Baby Bloom Pediatric Occupational Therapy | Founder

TUMMY TIME + TOGETHERNESS

SAT | AUG 9 | 11-12PM

Christine Pollack, is a pediatric OT and mom who understands postpartum challenges & baby development. After graduating from New York University with a Master’s of Science in occupational therapy, Christine began working in early intervention. As a first time mom, her journey began with breastfeeding struggles and discovering her baby's tongue tie, which showed her how much support parents need. She realized there was a serious gap in care & parents were in need of their “village” to thrive.

Christine was determined to use her personal & professional knowledge to build a practice grounded in community & support for families during their most sacred time. With her second baby, she gained specialized training in the Tummy Time method to better support early development. Now, she offers virtual and local support for milestones, tummy time, and purposeful play. Her goal is to empower parents with confidence and practical tools. She is here to be part of your village on this parenting journey!

THE BUNNY HIVE | OWNER

TUMMY TIME + TOGETHERNESS

SAT | AUG 9 | 11-12PM

Alex Rascoll is a proud Monmouth County mom of two girls—Eliza (12) and Zoe (1)—and is thrilled to bring The Bunny Hive to the Fort Monmouth community. With a deep love for her family and a strong appreciation for meaningful connection, Alex is passionate about creating a space where families can come together, meet new friends, and enjoy the many wonderful local businesses Monmouth County has to offer.

She believes that early childhood should be celebrated in community, not in isolation—and that parents, caregivers, and little ones all deserve a warm and welcoming place to gather. As a longtime resident, she’s especially excited to join the vibrant transformation happening at Fort Monmouth and is honored to play a part in its growth.

Alex looks forward to meeting the families of this amazing area and building something truly special—together.

Third & Lennox | Owners

PRIVATE PARTIES @ SWC AVAILABLE!

From the start of Third & Lennox home services, so many families asked us for help in bringing more beauty and style to their lives. From those relationships and requests, a bit of sunshine and care, and a lot of love, Third & Lennox flowers grew. We are so grateful to bring our Flower Arranging Workshops to our community. Working with beautiful florals of all kinds of textures, scents and colors is an incredible form of meditation in itself. We look forward to sharing this process with you!

Integrative Haven | Founder

NEW MOON | HEAL WELL SOUND BATH + LYMPHATIC SELF CARE

THU | JUN 26 | 7-8:30PM

100% OF THE CLASS FEE GOES TO TBBC EFFORTS.

I believe in helping you discover your true self and unlock your inner potential.  With over 20 years experience as a physical therapist, my approach is rooted in the belief that health comes from harmonizing the physical, emotional and spiritual aspects of ourselves.  Through personalized somatic coaching, bodywork, energetics and evidence-based techniques, I aim to inspire you to achieve your wellness goals and cultivate positive change.  

I am the founder of Integrative Haven a holistic healing and wellness practice. With a strong commitment to providing individualized care, I love to work with my clients to empower them to feel inspired to live authentically with ease.

I am excited to connect with you & begin this transformative journey together! 

Nutritional Scientist | Co-Founder, Griffys Organics

NEW MOON | HEAL WELL SOUND BATH + LYMPHATIC SELF CARE

THU | JUN 26 | 7-8:30PM

100% OF CLASS FEE GOES TO TBBC EFFORTS.

Chris graduated with a degree in Biology from Wake Forest University in 2013. Over the last 6 years, he's invested much of his time studying nutritional science, learning how foods confer specific health benefits, and in some cases how certain foods work synergistically to achieve favorable health outcomes. As Griffys Organics lead nutrition expert, Chris has helped the company develop a line of functional juices - termed "elixirs" - and supplements that feature ingredients backed by the latest scientific research. Additionally, he routinely builds nutritional protocols for people tailored to meet their goals.

Alesha Courntey | Founder

FITNESS INSTRUCTOR | HEALTH COACH

HOT GIRL HABITS

TUE | AUG 12 | 7-8PM

Alesha Courtney is a certified health and wellness coach who helps millennial women lose weight, rebuild their relationship with food, and feel strong in their bodies—without dieting, calorie counting, or obsessing. She’s the founder of The GLOW METHOD and known for her bold, real-talk approach that cuts through the noise of toxic wellness trends and teaches women how to actually take care of themselves.

Through her 1:1 coaching, online programs, and now local events, Alesha empowers women to ditch extremes, regulate their nervous systems, eat to fuel—not restrict—and build hot girl habits that actually stick. Her mission is to help women stop starting over every Monday and finally glow the f*ck up—for good

Trauma informed Breathwork Specialist

SACRED RETURN | A BREATHWORK JOURNEY

SUN | JUL 20 | 11-1PM

With a mission to guide you in a sacred return to your truth, Chase will walk along side you in your journey to let go of old identities, help you connect to your highest self, and harness the love that you’ve always held within.

After graduating from university, Chase found his purpose in being of service to others through breathwork and integration coaching. Chase utilizes teachings from his background and understanding in Exercise Science where he’s able to guide his participants on a path to inner healing, providing a space where they can release limiting beliefs and stored emotions from the physical and energetic body. 

Chase found his way to this work through a personal journey of transformation. After years of battling anxiety, depression, and suicidal ideation, he discovered the healing of holistic health practices. Breathwork and meditation became the first tools that helped him return to his body, quiet his mind, and reconnect with his spirit. While finding connection to his own nature, where he faced the roots of his suffering, he emerged with a renewed sense of purpose.

In this renewal is where Chase finds himself in joy while guiding others home in remembrance.

Non-Profit Breast Cancer Support 501(C)(3)

NEW MOON | HEAL WELL SOUND BATH + LYMPHATIC SELF CARE

THU | JUN 26 | 7-8:30PM

100% OF CLASS FEE GOES TO TBBC EFFORTS

We empower the breast cancer community through free stipends, survivorship therapy, and meaningful engagement. Our work provides support, education, and encouragement—fostering a strong sense of community and helping individuals thrive beyond their diagnosis. Together, we’re building a future where no one faces breast cancer alone.

With the rising rate of breast cancer in young women, we provide financial support and resources to patients diagnosed at an incredibly vulnerable and unstable time of their lives. Breast cancer treatment comes with unique financial challenges for young women, and we’re committed to making sure they get the support they deserve. Our program offers free expense stipends to ease the financial strain of medical and medication costs.

Clinical Psychologist | Author

Dr. Nicole Pensak is a Harvard and Yale-trained Clinical Psychologist certified in Postpartum Mental Health, Researcher, Speaker, and the Author of RATTLED, How to Calm New Mom Anxiety with the Power of the Postpartum Brain. RATTLED was awarded Best Book for Parents by Zibby Owens, featured on Reese Witherspoon's Hello Sunshine and The Bright Side Podcast, and named by Audible as Most Anticipated Reads 2025 in Well-Being. Dr. Pensak also serves on the Expert Review Board of Parents Magazine. 

She owns her Private Practice in Monmouth County, NJ, NY, and 40+ states nationwide. In her private practice, she specializes in treating adults and adolescents with anxiety, depression, OCD, postpartum, and coping with illness. She also serves as the Clinical Psychologist consultant for The Balance Project in Little Silver, an initiative to help communities integrate the technology for adolescents in a balanced and healthy way. 

Navara | Founder

Aparna Kumar Boehm has built her career at the intersection of user experience and product strategy, working across major enterprises like Amazon and Zillow, and health tech companies including Trusted Health and Flatiron Health, where she focused on understanding and improving user experiences. Now, as the founder of Navara, she combines her technology and psychology background with her personal experience to build supportive communities for new mothers. We bring our supportive community to life through exciting local partnerships and events - from our popular Sip & Sensory nights at Twin Lights Brewing with Seaside Sensory to resourceful Parent Fairs at Lifetime - where both you and your kids can thrive.

New Mom School Shrewsbury | Owner

Danielle, a New Jersey native, moved from Manhattan to Fair Haven in 2018. Soon after settling in, she became a first time mom with the arrival of her daughter, Reagan. Nineteen months later, her family grew again with the birth of her son, Jackson. As someone who’s always over-prepared, Danielle was shocked by the challenges that came with the arrival of her first baby – things she could not have anticipated. Thankfully, with the help of family and friends, she was able to navigate the transition into motherhood, but it was far more difficult than she expected. When she learned about New Mom School and its mission to transform how new moms are supported, Danielle knew she wanted to bring this concept to her own community to help other moms. With her background as a Certified Public Accountant and deep experience in business and operations, Danielle is excited to combine her professional expertise with her personal journey into motherhood, bringing this valuable program to new moms in the Monmouth County area..

Cheese All That | Founder

Morgan is a Monmouth County native with a love for food, a full-time sales career, and an adorable labradoodle named Layla. In 2021, Morgan combined her passion for creativity and culinary delights by launching Cheese All That NJ. What began with a few cheese boards and some social media posts quickly blossomed into the vibrant business it is today.

Cheese All That NJ offers a wide range of services, from custom cheese boards for every occasion to grazing tables, micro-catering, personalized snackle boxes and interactive workshops. Whether you're planning a date night, a baby shower, or a team-building event, Morgan is ready to bring your vision to life.

Physical Therapist | Running Coach | Pelvic Floor Expert

Morgan is a physical therapist and running coach with a passion for helping people feel strong, capable, and connected to their bodies -- especially when navigating the endless changes that come with pregnancy and postpartum. She specializes in women's health and pelvic floor rehabilitation, blending her deep knowledge of movement science with a compassionate, personalized approach to care.

Morgan earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Rutgers University and is a Fellow of Applied Functional Science through the Gray Institute. She is also a Pregnancy and Postpartum Corrective Exercise Specialist (Core Exercise Solutions) and a v.O2 Certified Running Coach. Her continuing education includes training from Herman & Wallace, Postural Restoration Institute, Pelvic Global, and Gait Happens.

After a decade of treating patients and athletes in NYC, Morgan is excited to be growing roots in Monmouth County. She loves spending time with her husband, Tim, their daughter, Margot, and their dog, Scarlet.

Ayatana Wellness | Founder

NEW DATES RELEASING SOON!

I make people feel good every day and that feels pretty good. In 2025 I celebrate 30 years as a massage therapist and I feel even more inspired and excited about my career than ever before! My intent is to create space within your body for rest and repair, to nourish your nervous system, and remind you that investing in your physical and emotional health pays off.

I am also an Educator for Cecily Braden Spa & Wellness which offers me the opportunity to teach massage  and skincare therapists throughout the world how to perform specialized massage techniques for face and body which include: Thai Herbal Poultice, Gua Sha Facial Fusion, and The Lymphatic Brush.

Transformational Coach | Energy Healer

THE EMOTIONAL CLEARING METHOD | INTRO TO TAPPING

Meryl Hayton is a Transformational Coach & Energy Healer dedicated to helping individuals reclaim their personal inner peace and power. With over 35 years of experience on her own healing and self-discovery journey, she has made it her mission to guide others in overcoming emotional blocks and stepping into empowered versions of themselves. 

Meryl is a trauma-informed practitioner with specialized training in root cause resolution, inner child, ancestral, and surrogate healing, utilizing both EFT and Optimal EFT techniques. As a 500-hour Registered Yoga Teacher, Reiki Practitioner, and Meditation Facilitator with over 13 years of experience, she integrates these disciplines into a unique holistic approach she created called The Emotional Clearing Method.

THE BUSINESS ALCHEMIST | ONLINE BUSINESS + MANIFESTATION COACH

Mariel is a coach, healer, and multi-passionate entrepreneur on a mission to help women align with their soul's purpose, creating work and a life that feel deeply meaningful.

Through her manifestation programs and Quantum Source Reiki sessions, she empowers women to embrace a soul-first approach to wellness, creativity, and abundance.

Seaside Sensory | Founder + Teacher

SUMMER DATES COMING SOON!

Founder of Seaside Sensory and a certified teacher with a master’s degree in general and special education. She has been teaching in New York City for over 11 years and currently works with kindergarten students with autism.

With a strong background in early childhood development, Kim began teaching sensory classes two years ago. In July 2023, during her maternity leave, she launched Seaside Sensory to bring enriching, play-based experiences to her community. As a mom to a 2-year-old, she was inspired to create a space where young children could explore, play, and connect—while also building a sense of community among local families.

Make Space | Founder + Organizing Expert

Shannon Littlehale founded Make Space Home Organizing in 2021.  Since then, she and her team have helped dozens of families regain control over their homes through decluttering and organization. Make Space doesn't offer one-size-fits-all solutions. Instead, they lead clients through a thoughtful process that considers how they live, what they need, and how they want to feel in their home. Our full-service organizing blends strategy with sensitivity—because real transformation requires both. We focus on what works for your space, your pace, and your peace of mind. At Make Space, we believe organization is not about perfection or buying more stuff—it’s about creating a home that supports your life.

Alysia DeSantis | Yoga Instructor

Alysia is a Kundalini Energy Healer that began her yoga journey in 2018, and was quickly enrolled in her first teacher training by 2019. Immersing herself into the studies she fell across Kundalini and Celestial Communication, which spoke to her soul. Through movement, mantra and sound something sparked and she found her calling. Alysia is a trauma informed E-RYT 500 with certifications in Kundalini, Meditation, Yin, Reiki, as well as a Breath Coach. In 2024 she founded Yoga with Alysia, as a way to share her love of the “Kundalini Magic”. Through her offerings she provides a safe space for her students to tune in and be one with themselves. She offers intimate classes, experiences, and 1:1 sessions created just for you.

Georgette Kaftan | Yoga Instructor

Georgette is a 300 hour RYT trained in Vinyasa Flow, Restorative, Yin Yoga, and Yoga for Trauma and Addiction. Georgette has studied with Eckhart Tolle, incorporating his wisdom into her yoga classes, workshops, and remote retreats. She has also studied bio-mechanics with Jules Mitchell, the art of attention with Elena Brower, and meditation immersion with Kula for Karma.

    With Undergraduate degrees in Economics and Psychology, and a Masters Degree in Computer Science, Georgette understands the enormous pressures of corporate life and how vital it is to stay balanced and focused. Her teaching style is fun, encouraging self-acceptance and mindful alignment with the goals of creating internal strength and space for growth. She encourages students to think less and feel more, in the hope that they can learn to look inside, live where they fear to live, and emerge stronger.

Eat Eighty + Project Perimenopause | Founder

Ali Kucich Brady is a passionate Functional Nutritionist dedicated to empowering women to thrive during perimenopause and beyond. With a deep understanding of the intricate connection between nutrition and hormonal balance, Ali helps her clients navigate the challenges of perimenopause with personalized dietary strategies and holistic wellness approaches.

With years of experience in the field of functional nutrition, Ali combines evidence-based practices with a compassionate and individualized approach to support women on their journey to optimal health.

Through her wildly popular and transformative programs, “The Perimenopause Blueprint” and “The Perimenopause Reset,” Ali has helped countless women regain control over their health, manage perimenopause symptoms effectively, and discover a renewed sense of vitality.

Alison J. Peduto Photography | Founder

PHOTOGRAPHER | CONTENT CREATOR

Alison is a photographer based out of Monmouth County, New Jersey. In her 15 years of experience Alison has gained a unique ability to capture subtle grace in the small moments. Alison is a calm and passionate presence and her distinctive energy is reflected in her work. She is always seeking connections, in nature and with those around her. She loves working with clients and capturing the world in all its beauty and imperfections.