
Colleen Quinn McFarland, MS, RN, ERYT, HSMI
Founder/Director, Healing Arts and Wellness, LLC
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Colleen has maintained a regular holistic practice and is engaged in teaching the practical application of yoga, self-care, stress reduction and mindfulness techniques. Colleen teaches various styles and lineages of yoga and particularly appreciates the benefits of Iyengar Yoga and has a particular passion for the benefits that come from the deep sense of relaxation and mindfulness brought about by a restorative yoga practice. She studied Holistic Stress Management and has come to understand the impact that stress has on the human condition. Colleen values the healing properties of music and sound and integrates these modalities into specific sessions and classes. She has a Masters of Science in Nursing and has served in various roles in healthcare including education, clinical practice and leadership. Colleen is married and has 3 wonderful sons. She is a lifelong learner or holistic studies, and enjoys singing and playing guitar, listening to music, spending time with her dogs and cat and experiencing the peacefulness of nature.
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Colleen’s Yoga and Holistic training includes:
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Registered Yoga Teacher/ Yoga Interdisciplinary Studies recognized by the Yoga Alliance
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Restorative Yoga Teacher who studied with Judith Hanson Lasater
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Prenatal Yoga Teacher trained
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Holistic Stress Management Instructor-studied with Brian Luke Seaward
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Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction
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