Brian has the innate ability of being an empathetic listener. This rare gift develops trust, confidence and credibility, nurturing a safe environment for learning, healing and transformation to occur. He has been facilitating mindful awareness in the classroom with the Flourish Foundation since 2014 and has impacted 1000’s of students. He is inspired to have a positive influence on our children and the world by teaching the life skills of kindness and compassion. He enjoys witnessing the transformation that occurs within the classroom or individually. In the winter season, Brian also revels in teaching skiing to kids.

Brian has over two decades of experience working and studying with indigenous shamanic healers from the Peruvian Amazon, Andean Highlands, Northern Mexico and North America. Brian has completed a two-year intensive shamanic study & healing training program. He has also completed a five-year pilgrimage with the Huichol healers of Mexico.  In 2020, Brian received his Reiki I & II training from Traci Ireland at the Courage to Leap.  

Brian is passionate about his own spiritual and healing journey, which includes solo immersions in nature, sacred shamanic ceremonies, yoga & meditation. Brian is a dedicated father of two young adult children. In his previous career, Brian was a successful restaurateur. He received a bachelor’s degree in finance and marketing at the University of Oregon.

Contact Brian:
brian.kriesien@gmail.com