Meet the Team

Avani Jaya is an integrative wellness educator and the founder of Soul Medicine, Inc. With a background that bridges the worlds of formal science and ancient spiritual traditions, Avani specializes in creating environments where deep, sustainable healing can occur.

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Her approach is rooted in the core belief that healing happens when the nervous system feels safe enough to restore itself. Informed by her own journey through personal resilience and professional study in trauma-informed care, Avani’s work focuses on moving people away from exhaustion and back into rhythm. Whether through yoga teacher trainings, nonprofit initiatives, or immersive nature retreats, she is dedicated to helping individuals navigate their internal terrain to live and lead from a place of clarity, presence, and shared humanity.

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Scout has been a pillar of the natural health industry for over 35 years. Her path was forged at the age of 17, driven by a deeply personal mission to find alternative wellness approaches after witnessing her mother’s battle with cancer. This experience ignited a lifelong passion for bridging the gap between traditional medicine and holistic nutrition.

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Scout holds a Master’s Degree in Holistic Nutrition and is a Certified Live Blood Cell Practitioner. She has earned the high regard of the local medical community, with many doctors referring patients to her for her specialized knowledge in nutritional imbalances and chronic illness. Whether she is performing Live Blood Cell Analysis, designing personal detox plans, or crafting organic meals in the cafe, Scout’s goal is to provide the tools and insight her clients need to reclaim an energy-filled life. To Scout, success is measured not in growth, but in the healing stories of the community she serves.

Ashlee is a dedicated wellness warrior and the heart of our cafe. Her journey into the world of yoga began in 2019, eventually leading her to join our team in 2021. Today, as a 250-hour certified yoga instructor with three years of teaching experience, Ashlee brings the same balance and intention she finds on the mat into every aspect of the cafe.

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As our Cafe Manager, Ashlee believes that food should nourish more than just the appetite. She is the creative force behind our menu’s "yummy goodness," infusing every dish and drink with positive affirmations to support the body’s well-being on a deeper level. To Ashlee, every guest is a friend, and every meal is an opportunity to uplift the community.

Ryan is the steady hand that keeps our community on track and moving forward. With two years of experience as a 250-hour certified yoga instructor, Ryan brings a grounded, reliable presence to every class he leads. While he is a specialist in the deep, restorative practice of Yin yoga, his versatile teaching style makes him a favorite for students of all levels and backgrounds.

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When he isn’t "holding it down" at the center, you’ll likely find Ryan outdoors. A passionate advocate for permaculture, he finds deep connection in the cycles of nature—a philosophy he weaves into his yoga practice. Whether he’s navigating the complexities of a project or guiding a Yin session, Ryan’s focus remains on sustainability, balance, and keeping the path clear for everyone around him.