Board Chair, Laura Fernandez
Laura is the founder and owner of AncestralRx, an e-commerce store specializing in printable products on various metaphysical subjects and small-batched herbal products. With a deep passion for spirituality and healing, Laura established her store with that in mind, making them both accessible and practical for everyone. Drawing from personal experiences, she curates a diverse range of products designed to empower and aide individuals on their wellness journey. Laura believes in the transformative and healing power of connecting with our indigenous ancestral wisdom and practices. She aims to provide her clientele with the tools they need to manifest their intentions and enhance their well-being. Laura is studying curanderismo via apprenticeship with Athena Wolf. |
Secretary, Nigel Torres
Greetings, it is with great pleasure that I introduce myself. My name is Nigel Torre. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor (LPC-S) and Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor in the state of Texas. I am delighted to share that my beloved wife, Krista Torres, is also an LPC-S, and I have had the privilege of working alongside her for a significant portion of my career. Over the course of my 25-year tenure in the field of mental health, I have had the honor of accumulating invaluable experience, which has undoubtedly shaped my expertise. I earned my Bachelor's degree in Psychology with a minor in Sociology, and a Master's Degree in Counseling, which has further enriched my understanding of the human mind and its complexities. I am humbled to have been given the opportunity to serve on the board of Quetzalcoatl Temple, an organization that is committed to providing education and services on the Maya and Naga Maya through the practice of Curanderismo. As someone whose heritage is rooted in Peruvian, Aztec, and Maya ancestry, serving on the board is a privilege and a way to honor my lineage. Curanderismo has always been an integral part of my life, and I am grateful to be associated with a non-profit organization that contributes to advancing this discipline. I take on this role with utmost reverence and respect, and I pledge to work tirelessly toward the betterment of the community we serve.
Greetings, it is with great pleasure that I introduce myself. My name is Nigel Torre. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor (LPC-S) and Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor in the state of Texas. I am delighted to share that my beloved wife, Krista Torres, is also an LPC-S, and I have had the privilege of working alongside her for a significant portion of my career. Over the course of my 25-year tenure in the field of mental health, I have had the honor of accumulating invaluable experience, which has undoubtedly shaped my expertise. I earned my Bachelor's degree in Psychology with a minor in Sociology, and a Master's Degree in Counseling, which has further enriched my understanding of the human mind and its complexities. I am humbled to have been given the opportunity to serve on the board of Quetzalcoatl Temple, an organization that is committed to providing education and services on the Maya and Naga Maya through the practice of Curanderismo. As someone whose heritage is rooted in Peruvian, Aztec, and Maya ancestry, serving on the board is a privilege and a way to honor my lineage. Curanderismo has always been an integral part of my life, and I am grateful to be associated with a non-profit organization that contributes to advancing this discipline. I take on this role with utmost reverence and respect, and I pledge to work tirelessly toward the betterment of the community we serve.
Board member, Kate Saqqara
Kate lives in Northern Arizona and her education and background is in Viticulture and Enology. The painstaking process of farming grapes and winemaking evolved into a desire to cultivate medicinal plants and formulas. Kate is a student of Escuela de Curanderismo.
Board Member, Danielle McFarlin Employee
Danielle grew up in a small community on the U.S.- Mexico Border and is committed to bridging resources to her home town and other underserved communities. She spent 20 years working in the Diagnostic Imaging field, has witnessed a heart beating for the first time and has held space for many taking their last breaths, she is currently focused on supporting the healing journey of every moment in between. Danielle spoke at the 2017 TEDxTucson Imagine conference where she was inspired to use her own journey through abuse and disempowerment to create a new framework for viewing the effects on both men and women in our present day "rape culture". She shares her story in hopes of serving as a beacon of hope for those who think their life is irreparable, showing them instead, how, with courageous and deep self-inquiry, they can shine their own light on the path to healing and wholeness. Her work aims to create a safe foundation for those who have kept their stories of abuse and shame buried in the shadows. Danielle is also a published author in Wake Up: A Woman's Guide to Transformation, Prosperity and Health!
Danielle grew up in a small community on the U.S.- Mexico Border and is committed to bridging resources to her home town and other underserved communities. She spent 20 years working in the Diagnostic Imaging field, has witnessed a heart beating for the first time and has held space for many taking their last breaths, she is currently focused on supporting the healing journey of every moment in between. Danielle spoke at the 2017 TEDxTucson Imagine conference where she was inspired to use her own journey through abuse and disempowerment to create a new framework for viewing the effects on both men and women in our present day "rape culture". She shares her story in hopes of serving as a beacon of hope for those who think their life is irreparable, showing them instead, how, with courageous and deep self-inquiry, they can shine their own light on the path to healing and wholeness. Her work aims to create a safe foundation for those who have kept their stories of abuse and shame buried in the shadows. Danielle is also a published author in Wake Up: A Woman's Guide to Transformation, Prosperity and Health!
Director, Athena Wolf
Athena has been a Board member or Director of various non-profit organizations for 35 years. She also has a background as a technical writer, in broadcast television and radio, as well as "narrow cast" community stations.
For the past 20 years Athena has been working full-time as a curandera and Ayurvedic physician. The goal of this non-profit is to share these healing traditions and the plant medicines used, with our communities.
Athena has been a Board member or Director of various non-profit organizations for 35 years. She also has a background as a technical writer, in broadcast television and radio, as well as "narrow cast" community stations.
For the past 20 years Athena has been working full-time as a curandera and Ayurvedic physician. The goal of this non-profit is to share these healing traditions and the plant medicines used, with our communities.
Board Members
Viridiana Rubio
Nigel Torres
Danielle McFarlin
Norma Santos
Kate Saqqara
Director
Athena Wolf
Employee
Daniel Hernandez