President Emeritis:

Lauri Wollner

Joined the Board 2020

“I first learned about Healing Touch in 1991. I’ve had some amazing instructors and mentors. I’m currently certified with both HBB and HTA and have been self employed doing Healing Touch for both humans and animals since 2009. I’m certified with HBB to teach Course 1, and I coordinate Course 4&5 classes in MN. It’s an honor to be a part of NCHT, ensuring our community can continue to flourish moving into the future. I’m 30 years in to Healing Touch and am still in awe regularly with how amazing this work is.”

President:

Krista Martini

Joined 2019

“I am a Certified Healing Touch Practitioner through Healing Beyond Borders as well as a Certified Public Accountant. I have also completed the Level 1 Course for Healing Touch for Animals. I have worked as the CFO of Good Shepherd Community in Sauk Rapids, Minnesota for the past 24 years.

Once I experienced Healing Touch, I wanted to be able to provide the same wonderful experience to others. In October 2021, I opened Balanced Healing, my Healing Touch business, in St. Cloud, Minnesota. I am excited to bring my accounting skills to North Central Healing Touch Community”

Vice President:

Kelly McHugh

Joined 2026

“I work as a fractional CFO for software and technology companies in the Twin Cities. I came to Healing Touch looking for a way back into my own body, and found work I now can't imagine setting down.

I completed Level 1 through Healing Beyond Borders and am completing Level 2 this September, continuing through the curriculum from there. I've kept a practice in Minneapolis since 2025, working with people carrying grief, stress, recovery from illness or surgery, or simply a need for stillness. I work slowly and quietly, and I trust the body to know what it's ready to release.

This community has been a generous one to enter as a newer practitioner. Serving as Vice President is how I'd like to help keep it steady and growing for the people who come next - and I'm glad to bring my financial and operational background to the board.”

Treasurer:

Ruth Ann Reiman

Joined 2021

“I started my journey in healing touch in 2017. I was interested in seeing what it was about, I was hooked after the first class. I have completed levels 1-5 and I have just received my certificate for Certified Healing Touch Practitioner. My education is in accounting. I am currently employed as a special education paraprofessional in my local district. I enjoy being a helper at Healing Touch classes, my favorite class to help at is level 1 when the practitioners discover their energy. I love being part of this community.”

Secretary:

Tracy Huemoeller

Joined 2026

"I started in Healing Touch because I needed to fulfill continuing education requirements.

I was astounded by becoming immediately drawn in by the work.

With the help and direction of wonderful instructors and a great mentor I have become more centered and grounded.

Heart Centered grace fills the NCHT Gatherings!

I joined the board in an effort to assist in the continuation of this priceless community.”

Website Admin:

J.C. Andazola

Joined 2019

“I am an Artist, Animal Behaviorist, Freelance Graphic Designer, Webpage builder, Pet Trainer & Pet Groomer. My life revolves around Art, Animals, and Energy Medicine.

Growing up as an Empath and sensitive child was difficult in a family without knowledge of energy medicine. My mom and I used to get into heated debates around why I believed what I believed.

My first introduction to any type of Energy Medicine came through the martial arts and understanding Chi. I was encouraged to seek out Reiki to learn more, so naturally, I pushed and pulled at my mom to join me. One day, she finally agreed to go to an energy medicine class with me. She had found Healing Touch. That class changed both our lives, and now we both serve on the board.

I have completed Levels 1-4 through Healing Beyond Borders and I am working towards my Certification. I hope I can make a difference by helping bring the next generation into the community, while still maintaining a close connection with everyone currently part of this wonderful community.”

Director:

Lynn LeMere

Joined 2022

Lynn LeMere, RN, BSN, CHTP

"I have been a nurse for over 30 years and am currently working at TRIA Orthopedic Center. I have worked in Neurology, Neurosurgical ICU, Cardiac, and Hospice nursing. Many professional and personal experiences lead me to take Healing Touch classes.

Healing Touch fit in perfectly with all the self-care and holistic health care that I learned in Nursing School at University of Wisconsin Milwaukee and restored my passion for nursing.

My strong desire to share my passion for Healing Touch motivated me to become an instructor of Healing Touch.

I have been an active member of the NCHT Community for many years. I have served on the board previously, I am joining the Board again now, during this critical time for our community.”

Director:

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Joined?

“We are looking for an individual who knows their way around social media to join the board.”

Director:

Debra Andazola

Joined 2018

“Growing up in a small dairy farming community I learned to respect, honor and love the land. My curiosity and appreciation of the world continued to grow in the early years that set a foundation to listen to the heart. I found a passion for growing plants while achieving my Bachelors’ degree in Plant Science. When my daughter begged me to take an energy class with her, I was skeptical. I agreed with reluctance as it unfolded a new beginning of a chapter of my life to change dramatically. My journey continued as sharing this amazing gift inspired me to become a Certified Healing Touch Practitioner. Seeing how Healing Touch has impacted people’s lives, my whole world expanded discovering the healing energy of plants leading to Certification as a Clinical Aromatherapist. The hunger continued to grow, causing a rippling effect to become a massage therapist allowing me to incorporate all the gifts I had learned to help others. In 2018 a new chapter unfolded as I left the corporate world to become a fulltime healer. The deeper need to connect to other healers the North Central Healing Touch Community enabled a way to connect to my tribe and it is my great honor to help others on the same journey.”

Director:

Stacey Quade

Joined 2020

Stacey Quade, COTA/L, CHTP/I, Herbalist, has maintained a private practice in Healing Touch-energy based therapy and Herbal Medicine since 2002 in Duluth, MN. She is Certified to teach the first two levels of course curriculum through Healing Beyond Borders. She also works as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant at Essential Health Miller Dwan Rehabilitation where she has specialized in Traumatic Brain Injury, since 1988; and is currently part of Energy Based Therapy Research and Integrative Health Advisory Committee.

Director:

You!

Joined ?

“What motivates you to practice Healing Touch? Interested in donating some time to work behind the scenes for your community? Join the Board! There are up to 12 Board member positions.”

Director:

Deborah Anderson

Joined 2022

“I am a lifelong learner. I have been a Registered Nurse for over 40 years, a yoga Alliance RYT 500certified yoga instructor, a Wahl's Protocol certified Practitioner and a Healing Touch Practitioner CHTP. I work as a nurse in a flex time capacity at a rural critical access hospital. I combine the other practices into a business "Taming Thistles".

Together with my husband, we raised 4 children, and are delighted to welcome grandchildren in our ever-expanding family. Yoga and the protocol align with my practice as a nurse and a Healing Touch practitioner. I use all the practices to promote healing. I often use the quote ‘You cannot pour into someone else from an empty pot, so fill yourself to overflowing. Share the overflow, and you will remain filled!’”