Meet Maria
Gentle Healing, Deep Connection
Meet Maria Vasquez, Reiki Master &
Soul Realignment® Practitioner
Hi, I’m Maria Vasquez, a Reiki Master in the Usui Holy Fire® III Reiki lineage and a Certified Soul Realignment® Practitioner.
My spiritual journey didn’t start with any specific moment or experience. One day, out of the blue, I just woke up and knew that spirituality was the path for me. I didn’t know anything about it, but I had this deep sense of “Who am I?” and felt a bit lost. That’s where it started.
I stumbled across Reiki through a podcast. I had never heard of Reiki before, but I decided to try it for myself. I started looking for practitioners in my area and found Sheryl. I looked at others, but something about her kept drawing me back. I booked a session with her, not knowing what to expect. After that first appointment, my life was literally forever changed. I left knowing exactly what I wanted for myself. I felt a sense of purpose I had never felt before.
“Reiki gave me my purpose—the purpose I had been searching for my entire life.”
~Maria
My Reiki Journey
Reiki gave me my purpose—the purpose I had been searching for my entire life. It has brought me deep, loving friendships, my tribe, and a lifetime of healing, not only for myself but for those around me. Reiki has also opened up other beautiful gifts that I am still exploring and evolving.
What excites me about Reiki is being able to help others. I love seeing people come in for a session and leave feeling relieved, peaceful, and clear. Watching others grow and evolve on their journeys is truly inspiring.
Like everyone on a spiritual path, I’ve faced challenges. I’ve had to face my traumas and my shadow side—and I’m still doing that work. There have been times when I’ve felt stuck, ungrounded, or disconnected. But Reiki has helped me walk this journey with self-love, peace, and trust in Source and my higher self.
My Gifts
I practice Reiki and Akashic Record readings, and during Reiki sessions, I often pick up on energy as I work through the client’s chakras. If it feels right, I’ll suggest an Akashic Record reading to provide more information or support for their healing.
What makes my approach unique is the love and compassion I bring into every healing session. I believe that healing begins in a grounded, non-judgmental space, and I hold space for whatever needs to come up during a session.
I’ve been told my energy is very motherly and calm, which helps clients feel safe and comfortable. I feel deeply what others are feeling, and I use that information to hold space for their healing.
Lately, I’ve noticed my gifts of telepathy and psychic impressions growing stronger. I use these gifts in my Reiki sessions to gain deeper insights into my clients and to help guide their healing. I’ve also started channeling art. In meditation, I receive messages and images from my guides and higher self, and I paint what they show me. It’s still a new practice, but I’m excited to one day incorporate this into my Reiki sessions.
Memorable Client Experiences
One of the most memorable experiences I’ve had was an Akashic Record reading with a client who was very open to all things spiritual. The session brought up things they had struggled with for their entire life, and they left with a deeper understanding of why those struggles existed and how to make different choices moving forward. The sense of peace and joy they left with was amazing to witness.
Another experience was working with a friend going through major shifts in her life. After a Reiki session, she came off the table feeling completely refreshed and clear-minded. She said a weight had been lifted off her, and she even felt physically lighter.
"After a Reiki session, she came off the table feeling completely refreshed and clear-minded. She said a weight had been lifted off her."
What to Expect in a Session
I thrive when working with people who are feeling low, stuck, or confused. I know what it feels like to go through difficult times, and I use my gifts to hold space for healing in a way that feels safe and supportive.
During a session, my goal is to help you feel better—even if it’s just a little more hope, less pain, or more understanding. Clients have told me that they feel very safe and calm during our sessions, and that’s exactly what I aim to provide.
My Vision for Healing
I hope to bring hope, love, and compassion to everyone I work with. I want to help others on their personal spiritual journeys, just as Reiki has helped me on mine. My own spiritual growth comes from my everyday experiences, my family, and my interactions with the world around me. I also continue to learn through reading, podcasts, meditation, and mindfulness practices. Staying present and practicing gratitude has made a huge difference in my life, helping me stay uplifted and grounded.
How I Maintain Balance
To stay balanced while helping others, I maintain strong energetic boundaries. After each session, I cleanse my energy field to make sure I’m not carrying any energy forward. I also make time to be alone when I need to recharge or ground myself in nature. Painting lifts my spirit, and listening to piano music or meditating helps clear my mind.
"Do not think yourself small."
This is a quote that resonates deeply with me.
It came through during a channeled session with The Buddha, and it serves as a reminder of our own power and potential.
My Training
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Usui Holy Fire® III Reiki Master
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Certified Soul Realignment® Practitioner, Levels I & II
A Word from Sheryl:
Through my work at Soul-Smudge, I have been blessed to meet my soul tribe. Maria is truly my soul sister and one of my dearest friends. She has such a soft, gentle, and caring nature, and these qualities are infused in every aspect of her energy healing work.
Maria has a unique ability to connect deeply with her clients. Her empathy allows her to feel what others are experiencing, and her gifts of telepathy and intuition bring even more clarity and insight into her sessions. She holds a space that feels safe, comforting, and deeply healing. I’ve seen firsthand the transformative effects of her work, and I am so excited to have her as part of the Soul-Smudge team.
~ Sheryl 💜💜💜
