In our exclusive interview with Dr. Dayanara Thompson, a Doctor of Chiropractic and Advanced Reiki Master Teacher, you’ll delve into her journey from a traumatic accident to becoming a holistic wellness practitioner. She shares her experiences with holistic healing modalities, the power of Reiki, and her unique Vibe Setting Sprays, all aimed at helping individuals discover their divine essence and embark on a transformative path to well-being. MysticMag has the pleasure.
Can you please introduce yourself to our readers and share a few details about your professional background?
My interest in Holistic Wellness began when I studied physiology and health sciences at California State University, East Bay. Following my passion for helping others, I worked as an Emergency Medical Technician for the City of Oakland, CA, learning to deal with crisis and trauma calmly and compassionately.
My years of experience were personally tested during my sophomore year at university when I was involved in a serious accident, leaving me unable to use my left leg from the knee down. This injury inspired me to find various ways to heal my systems from within and from without, with help and with my own natural healing abilities.
I combined spinal rehabilitation, energy medicine (NET/Reiki), and chiropractic treatments with my own expanding knowledge of self-care. I made an intense and transformative rehabilitation, able to continue to thrive throughout my life. This personal and professional experience fueled my passion for becoming a chiropractor herself, with the singular goal of helping my patients undergo their own life-changing transformation and their personal evolution.
Calm, attentive, and nourishing, Dr. Day provides medium to deep manual care combining soft tissue techniques, chiropractic adjustments, NET/Reiki/energy medicine, sonic healing, yogic healing, somatic release, and more. Allow me to guide you on your wellness journey.
What spiritual practices and holistic healing modalities do you use?
I emphasize a holistic approach to wellness, addressing the four quadrants of physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being. Achieving harmony in these elements can bring about transformative experiences.
In the realm of physical wellness, I advocate for practices like chiropractic care, yoga, and rejuvenating nature walks. These activities contribute to a balanced and vibrant physical state.
For mental well-being, I engage in talk therapy, meditation, and reflective questioning. These practices foster mental clarity, emotional resilience, and self-awareness.
In the emotional sphere, I lead somatic stretch classes, incorporating techniques like neuro-emotional therapy. Additionally, I prioritize listening to the body and its signals, promoting emotional intelligence and release.
On the spiritual front, I connect with God through daily meditations, established morning and night rituals, and the daily running of energy. Witnessing the alignment within my patients after chiropractic sessions and energy healings is a tangible and inspiring aspect of my spiritual practice.
You are an Advanced Reiki Master Teacher. Can anyone be taught Reiki and what are the benefits Reiki offers?
Absolutely, anyone can learn Reiki, as it taps into the divine energy inherent in all of us. An open mind and a prior experience with Reiki can enhance the learning process.
The benefits of Reiki are diverse, as it is an energy healing practice originating from Japan. It operates for the highest alignment and good of the recipient. I’ve witnessed individuals experiencing relief from chronic pain, gaining clarity, finding peace of mind, navigating life shifts, regaining focus, and even reducing or completely eliminating physiological symptoms.
Personally, Reiki played a crucial role in my journey. After an accident, it helped me overcome chronic pain and restored the connection of energy from my brain to my foot, enabling me to walk normally again. During chiropractic school, it aided in maintaining focus and reducing stress levels. Running a practice in Oakland, California, during that time was always uplifting, elevating both my energy and mood.
Reiki is versatile and has benefited pregnant individuals, athletes, those seeking general wellness, and a diverse range of people. It’s a practice that can be learned by everyone, and I’ll be offering Reiki classes at Liberate Yourself Sherman Oaks starting in 2024.
What are Vibe Setting Sprays?
Vibe Setting Sprays are a beautiful blend of ancestral wisdom and herbalism, deeply rooted in my Jamaican heritage. In the tumultuous year of 2020, as I found myself leading protests and feeling spiritually drained, a profound experience occurred during meditation. My great-grandmother, Rosie Flowers Musler, a Jamaican herbalist and healer, appeared to me, guiding me to create powerful aura protection sprays along with others for motivation, energy, sleep, peace, and protection.
With an undergraduate degree in physiology, my scientific inclination led me to scrutinize these remedies through a scientific lens. Astonishingly, their intended purposes perfectly aligned with their effects. Empowered by the efficacy of these sprays in my own life, I felt compelled to share them with the world.
The journey began by offering these transformative Vibe Setting Sprays at a community wellness event I organized with my business partner Monique Bell, focusing on BIPOC wellness. The response was overwhelming; I sold out, and since then, I’ve been on a mission to make these products accessible to all, bridging the gap between ancestral wisdom and contemporary well-being.
What other services do you offer?
As a Doctor of Chiropractic deeply invested in the holistic approach to wellness, I offer a diverse range of services tailored to the individual’s unique needs. In my practice, I prioritize the four quadrants of wellness—physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual.
One distinctive aspect of my approach is that I bill by time rather than by service. This allows patients to co-create a personalized blend of treatments during their sessions, fostering a sense of empowerment in their wellness journey.
My services include traditional chiropractic care, cupping, Neuro Emotional Technique, somatic therapy, channeling, oracle readings, Reiki, life activations, aura healing, meditation, breathwork, and spiritual development coaching. Additionally, I provide Reiki classes for those interested in learning and incorporating this powerful energy healing practice into their lives. Each session is crafted to support the individual’s unique path to well-being.
Is there anything else about your work that you’d like to share that we haven’t covered?
My mission is a profound one—to awaken the God/Goddess self within each of the patients I have the privilege to work with. I am dedicated to empowering them to become their own healers, fostering a sense of fulfillment on their unique life journey. This mission is woven into the fabric of both my services and products, but education is the cornerstone.
I believe that true transformation begins with self-awareness. Through education, I guide individuals on a journey of self-discovery, helping them unravel the layers of their being. The philosophy is simple: “Know thyself,” and from that foundation, everything else begins to fall into place.
To further this mission, I conduct weekly oracle readings on Instagram and TikTok, sharing insights and guidance. You can find me on Instagram @dr.day__ and explore the transformative products on @alignyourvibes. It’s not just about healing; it’s about awakening the divine essence within each person and supporting them on their path to self-discovery and fulfillment.
To learn more about Dr. Dayanara and her work, you can visit www.alignyourvibes.com
