Melissa Maranda Holistic Counseling, Healing & Life Coaching

Melissa Maranda Holistic Counseling, Healing & Life Coaching Counseling/therapy in person/phone/virtual/telehealth Melissa Maranda, Ph.D, LMHC, NCC is mom to two kids. Melissa has a B.A. in Divinity, a M.S.

in Child Development from the University of Iowa, a M.A. in Mental Health Counseling from the University of Central Florida, a B.S. in Holistic Counseling and has completed her Doctoral Dissertation in Transpersonal Counseling from the University of Metaphysical Sciences in Arcata, CA. She is certified in basic NLP, Reiki III and EMDR for processing trauma. Melissa is in private practice from her

home, or by telehealth (phone/FaceTime/online). She specializes in treating anxiety, anger management, relationships, parenting, trauma, spirituality, and addiction and has a focus on the Law of Attraction. Melissa is in the process of writing a series of natural self-help books.

Neuroscientist Andrew Huberman explains how the body already carries a built-in mechanism to calm itself under stress. T...
05/04/2026

Neuroscientist Andrew Huberman explains how the body already carries a built-in mechanism to calm itself under stress.

The “physiological sigh” two quick inhales followed by a long exhale helps regulate carbon dioxide levels and signals the nervous system to downshift from tension to calm.

Instead of trying to mentally force anxiety away, his research highlights a more direct path: work with the body first, and the mind tends to follow. It’s a simple reminder that stress regulation isn’t about control it’s about biology.

FULL MOON in Scorpio is Friday May 1, at 12:23 PM Central time. Also known as the Flower Moon, this moon promotes balanc...
04/29/2026

FULL MOON in Scorpio is Friday May 1, at 12:23 PM Central time.
Also known as the Flower Moon, this moon promotes balance between the physical, tangible aspects of life and the spiritual, mysterious, emotionally intuitive aspects of life. You may feel an internal pressure to explore your emotional truth, finally coming to terms with releasing something that has been in the way of your authentic self expression.

There is lots of support during this full moon time for stepping into your power and setting boundaries against what has disempowered you in the past, especially with regards to relationship dynamics. We are excited to face the future with all its amazing possibilities but at the same time we are feeling some nostalgia around what we know we need to release before moving forward.

It is a time where the theme of death and rebirth is alive and well. When something gets released there is space for the birth of a new idea, project, relationship, perspective, attitude, understanding, and way of being in the world. So wrap up those loose ends and strive for balance between what you give yourself and what you give others.

(Powerpath School of Shamanism)

New Moon in Aries is Friday, April 17, at 6:54 AM Central time.This is an incredibly powerful new moon full of fiery ene...
04/15/2026

New Moon in Aries is Friday, April 17, at 6:54 AM Central time.
This is an incredibly powerful new moon full of fiery energy, passion, inspiration and motivation for a deep reset, rebirth and new beginning. It is a great time to set intentions and consider what in your life really needs a reset. What are you willing to heal and release in order to bring in something new, and to rebirth parts of yourself from your original blueprint? What dreams are ready to gain the power to manifest in your life?
The fiery aspect of these times needs balance. Find ways to balance this energy through physical movement, engaging with the element of water and finding grounding through your connection with the earth. Fire can inspire new ideas, bigger dreams, more confidence and self love, however it can also be used to burn away old energies that are no longer serving you. So if old wounds surface, they are ready to be healed as long as you are willing to allow their transmutation into becoming part of what has formed you and taught you lessons in this lifetime. Do not underestimate the power of this time even though your intentions may take their own right timing to physically manifest.

(Powerpath School of Shamanism)

04/12/2026

The next frontier in medicine isn’t another drug.

It’s a radical shift in how we view the body, the brain, and disease itself.

Depression is often rooted in systemic inflammation, gut dysbiosis, mitochondrial dysfunction, insulin resistance, trauma, or disrupted circadian rhythms. ADHD may be tied to neuroinflammation, poor blood sugar control, or nutritional gaps like low magnesium, zinc, or omega-3s. And heart disease? It’s largely a food-borne illness, driven by a diet of ultra-processed, inflammatory, nutrient-poor calories.

There is no single root cause. But there are root causes.
And they are almost always connected by lifestyle, environment, and systems-level dysfunction.

Medications have their place… But they were never designed to reverse chronic disease. They manage symptoms, often while the underlying dysfunction worsens.

If we want to reverse the chronic disease epidemic, mental and physical, we need to stop asking what drug treats this and start asking why the body lost balance in the first place.

The answer is in how we eat, move, sleep, connect, and live. It’s in our soil, our food system, our communities, our kitchens.

The next revolution in medicine will come not from the lab but from returning to the root.

FULL MOON in Libra is Wednesday, April 1, at 9:11 PM Central time. Also known as the Pink Moon, it launches a new month,...
03/31/2026

FULL MOON in Libra is Wednesday, April 1, at 9:11 PM Central time.
Also known as the Pink Moon, it launches a new month, a new cycle and a new energy; fiery, action oriented, future-focused, adventurous and inspired to move forward and take a leap towards what you have always dreamed of. In order to take that leap, we are being prompted and supported to do a final release of any thought pattern, emotion, old belief system or imprint that feels heavy, burdensome, not aligned, limiting, restrictive, and holding us back. There is an expansive side to this moon that will illuminate anything that needs your attention as well as showing you clearly what your opportunities are. It is a powerful moon that encourages us also to seek balance between doing and being, the self and others, action and contemplation, alone time and social time. Watch impatience and stay aware of what is being illuminated for your personal attention. This can be a powerful time of permanent release as well as a very supportive time for increasing your abundance and expanding your vision of what is possible.

(Powerpath School of Shamanism)

The New Moon in Pisces is Wednesday, March 18 at 8:23 PM Central Time.This is truly a time of new beginnings and, in ord...
03/16/2026

The New Moon in Pisces is Wednesday, March 18 at 8:23 PM Central Time.
This is truly a time of new beginnings and, in order to take advantage of the opportunity for a big reset, several things need to be considered. Are you still holding on to an old dream? Are you acknowledging what you need to let go of before moving into a new landscape in your life? This is a fertile time to focus on what is possible instead of regretting the past or feeling ambivalent about the future.

This is actually an exciting time to be inspired, to think of bringing more magic and spiritual gifts into your life. Be open to new relationships that are not on the same page as you and be discerning about putting up with relationships that may drag you into a karmic quagmire. In some ways there is a sorting hat at work here. If something is not aligned, it will fail. If it is aligned, it will succeed. Be careful what you ask for during this time as the portal to manifesting is pretty wide open. Make sure your intentions come from the heart and are aligned with what you personally have a passion for.

The Equinox is Friday, March 20, at 9:47AM Central time. This equinox is significant as a real reset point. Take some time and discipline to reflect on what in your life needs to be reset and what steps you need to take to either release what is in the way or to have the courage to go for a change. We move into Aries, a fire sign, and Mercury goes direct, giving this time a boost of energy that can either overwhelm and derail you, or anchor you into a good flow towards your physical, emotional and spiritual path. We always recommend a ritual where you honor the change of seasons by burning or burying some things you write down that you wish to release as well as making a new list of intentions of what you wish to manifest. Be careful what you ask for!

(Powerpath School of Shamanism)

A FULL MOON in Virgo with a total Lunar Eclipse is Tuesday, March 3 at 5:37AM Central time.Part of the Blood Moon cycle ...
03/03/2026

A FULL MOON in Virgo with a total Lunar Eclipse is Tuesday, March 3 at 5:37AM Central time.
Part of the Blood Moon cycle of eclipses, this one exposes what needs to be seen. That which is hidden comes to light and a clearer path opens up that may include radical change, necessary endings, and great creativity and inspiration around all the possibilities opening up. It is time for a new story but first the old one needs to be complete and the page turned.
This moon supports intuition, the endless field of possibilities, and a deeper drop into the heart and what is authentic. It will push you out onto the path of upgrade whether you are ready or not. So, be proactive with this opportunity and decisive with your actions. What have you been procrastinating, neglecting or putting off? Take responsibility where you need to, listen to your intuitive messages and strive for balance in all areas of your life.

-Powerpath School of Shamanism

FULL MOON in Leo is Sunday, February 1st at 4:09PM Central time. This is a passionate, self-expressive full moon that ca...
01/29/2026

FULL MOON in Leo is Sunday, February 1st at 4:09PM Central time. This is a passionate, self-expressive full moon that can test our levels of confidence and question our self-esteem but ultimately lead to a new level of inner leadership and power. Authenticity and authentic intentions and expression are key. There is a rebellious quality to the energy especially around issues that are not truly aligned with who you are. This is a time of personal growth and it is best not to get distracted by external chaos and rebellion but rather look inward to where your personal inner revolution might be headed.

Bringing in an energy of fun, play and celebration is also important as it will support whatever process you are in through a higher vibration. It’s a potent time so pay attention, be present, allow emotions to pass though, continue to let go of the old, and keep embracing the magic of what is possible just around the corner.

(Powerpath School of Shamanism)

New Moon in Capricorn is Sunday, January 18th at 1:53PM Central time.This new moon offers a great time to reset your con...
01/17/2026

New Moon in Capricorn is Sunday, January 18th at 1:53PM Central time.
This new moon offers a great time to reset your container, revisit your goals, refine them and then set good discipline, determination and boundaries for achieving them. If you are not doing what makes you happy, you will feel it through irritation and being triggered by burdens and responsibilities you have taken on that need to be pruned. There is both a ruthless quality to this new moon as well as a magical quality of introducing the energy of “anything is possible”. If you have done the sorting and made the choices to change some things in your life (even if that has not yet manifested physically), you are in a good position to step into the creativity of imagining, planning and organizing something new. This is the beginning of a new cycle. Use it well.

(Powerpath School of Shamanism)

The FULL MOON in Cancer is Saturday, January 3rd at 4:02 AM Standard time.Also known as the Wolf Moon, this is a super m...
01/03/2026

The FULL MOON in Cancer is Saturday, January 3rd at 4:02 AM Standard time.
Also known as the Wolf Moon, this is a super moon that is emotional in nature and may resurrect feelings of heaviness around burdens and responsibilities not yet sorted out. You are not alone in this so practice compassion with others when appropriate. Pruning out the old can bring a sense of relief and freedom as blocks related to attachments can be unblocked.
The focus on this full moon is what is close to you; home, family, loved ones, personal environment. How can you bring more comfort without compromise into your life? Feed the foundation of where you are rooted and grounded. Unburden yourself of unnecessary worries, obligations and old expectations and you will feel more at peace with everything.
Balance between personal time for inner contemplation and social time with others should be honored, especially when you are sorting and evaluating what is important to you.

(Powerpath School of Shamanism)

New Moon in Sagittarius is Friday, December 19th at 7:44 PM Central time. This is the last new moon of the year and it p...
12/17/2025

New Moon in Sagittarius is Friday, December 19th at 7:44 PM Central time.

This is the last new moon of the year and it provides us with an opportunity to step into a larger picture of what we wish to bring in and what we still need to release to make space for what we wish to manifest. This is an abundant New Moon with an invitation to focus on stretching beyond our perceived limitations. If things were limitless, where would you put your intentions and energy? This is a time to cast your line out towards the best possible future for yourself without necessarily knowing all the details. Consider the direction you wish to go in with positivity and optimism instead of dwelling on what may be holding you back.

Relationships are also in focus during this new moon with the opportunity to nudge them to the next level. How can your relationships be more? Remember that creativity should still play a big part in how you move forward into a bigger, richer landscape in all areas of your life.

The Solstice is Sunday, December 21 at 9:02AM Central time

In keeping with the themes of the New Moon and honoring the transition from one cycle to the next, the solstice is a perfect time for cleansing as we close the chapter of one cycle and welcome in the beginning of a new one. It is also a powerful time for a reset as we set intentions for moving forward. Any ritual that supports the release of the old and bringing in of the new is helpful in honoring this transition and change of season.

(Powerpath School of Shamanism)

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