Stephanie was raised in the countryside of Suffolk, surrounded by woods, animals, and art—early influences that continue to shape her personal and professional path. Growing up with scoliosis deeply informed her understanding of the body, self-worth, and the need for compassionate, inclusive spaces. This awareness fueled her passion for teaching art as a means of authentic self-expression, leading her to spend 15 years empowering students in the Suffolk Public School system.

In 2019, chronic scoliosis pain led Stephanie to yoga, where her first Hatha class sparked an immediate and life-changing connection. She went on to complete a yoga immersion with Selena Kipnis of Organic Roots (Suffolk, VA) and later earned her 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training, followed by a 300-hour YTT through YogaRenew with a specialization in accommodations. She currently teaches Hatha Flow and Chair Yoga at the Suffolk Art Gallery.

Stephanie bridges movement, creativity, and healing through her work as a Certified Therapeutic Art Instructor, offering integrative practices at her studio, Art-Ventures, LLC. Her continued studies include Usui Reiki Level I, Sudarshan Kriya SKY Breathwork, and Sadhguru’s Inner Engineering program.

At the heart of her teaching is the belief that connection—within oneself and with others—is essential for a fully embodied life. Through yoga and art, Stephanie holds space for inclusive, soul-centered experiences that honor individuality, accessibility, and authentic expression.