Meet The Team
At Wholehearted Healing Studio, we've brought together practitioners who share our RAW Methodology - real expertise, authentic approaches, lasting results. Each of us brings unique gifts to support your healing journey, whether you're working with one practitioner or combining modalities for deeper transformation.

Founder & Lead Practitioner
Melissa Bishop
I'm the heart behind Wholehearted Healing Studio, and my journey here wasn't easy - but that's exactly why I can hold space for yours.
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After 25 years in addiction treatment industry and overcoming my own struggles with addiction, depression, and eating disorders, I know what real healing looks like. It's not pretty, it's not always comfortable, but it's absolutely transformative when you're ready to do the work.
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My Approach: The RAW Methodology - Real Talk, Authentic Growth, Lasting Wellness. No mystical fluff, no false promises, just honest guidance and practical tools that actually work.
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Services: Reiki, EFT Tapping, Medium, Akashic Records, Intuitive/Tarot Readings, Revolutionary Love Program, Mentoring/Coaching, Classes
Certifications: Reiki Master, Intuitive Spiritual Mentor, Medium, EFT Practitioner, Certified Crystal Practitioner, Business Coach, Akashic Records, plus degrees in Behavioral Health and Business Administration.

Intuitive Reader & Herbal Wisdom Keeper
Charlotte "Charli" McBride
Charli brings over 35 years of intuitive wisdom from a long lineage of healers and herbalists. Her spirit-led readings and custom herbal blends offer profound guidance for those ready to awaken their gifts and step into their power.
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Her Approach: Spirit chooses the deck, not her. Each session is sacred space held with compassion, clarity, and deep respect for your journey.
Services: Intuitive Tarot & Oracle Readings, Reiki Energy Healing, Sound Bowl Therapy, Spiritual Life Coaching
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Experience: Featured reader at metaphysical stores and fairs across the Tri-State area, host of "A Pinch of Magick with Charli" podcast, author of spiritual wisdom books, speaker at healing retreats and community ceremonies.

Certified Reiki Practitioner
Crystal Crate
Crystal discovered Reiki during her own search for balance and healing, and now dedicates herself to helping others reconnect with their inner peace and natural healing abilities.
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Her Approach: Warm, safe, judgment-free space where you can fully relax and receive. She focuses on helping you release what no longer serves you and restore energetic balance on all levels - mind, body, and spirit.
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Services: In-person Reiki sessions for stress relief, emotional balance, and energetic healing
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Specialties: Supporting those feeling overwhelmed or stuck, deepening self-care practices, gentle yet powerful energy shifts

Herbalist & Financial Wellness Consultant
Tara Zakszeski
Tara's holistic journey began out of necessity - when pharmaceuticals weren't an option for her own health challenges, she turned to natural solutions and never looked back. Now she brings years of practical experience helping others find real solutions that actually work.
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Her Approach: Individual consultation to get to the root of each person's specific needs. No cookie-cutter solutions - everything is customized based on what your body and situation actually require.
Herbal Services:
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Concierge Herbal Consultations - personalized assessment and custom formulations
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Custom Herbal Products - capsules, tinctures, teas, CBD products, soaps, lotions, hair and skin care
Separate Financial Services Available:
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Financial Wellness Consulting - credit restoration, business credit, personal financial stability, grant writing
Training & Mentorship: Works closely with Dr. Black from Temple University and Victor Bowman (Dr. Sebi's son), bringing proven natural health protocols and generational plant wisdom to her herbal practice.
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Real Results: Has helped individuals achieve optimal health through personalized herbal solutions, with separate expertise in financial consulting that helped businesses survive the COVID pandemic.
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Herbal Specialties: Root-cause analysis, custom formulations, individualized natural health solutions.

MSN, RN Reiki Master
Kari Coker MSN, RN Reiki Master
Kari is a compassionate healer, Registered Nurse, and Reiki Master dedicated to supporting
others on their journey to health and wholeness. With a deep passion for helping people, Kari
combines her clinical nursing experience with the gentle power of Reiki to promote physical,
emotional, and spiritual well-being.
As a wife, mother of four, and proud Mimi to three wonderful grandchildren, Kari understands
the importance of balance, connection, and nurturing care. Her holistic approach focuses on
restoring harmony to the mind, body, and spirit—helping clients find peace, clarity, and renewed
energy in their daily lives.
Kari’s mission is simple yet powerful: to create a safe and healing space where others can relax,
release, and rediscover their inner strength.

Ready to work with our team?
Whether you're drawn to one practitioner or want to explore combining modalities, we're here to support your authentic healing journey. Contact us at 302-922-7100 or visit during our walk-in hours to learn more.
302-922-7100
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