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Azleena Azhar

Azleena Azhar

Chaplain & Wellness Coach Spiritual Mentor Wellness Coach
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I have a Graduate Certificate in Islamic Chaplaincy (GCIC) from Hartford Seminary. I did my Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE). My training includes mental health in Islam, grief counseling and spiritual support during trauma & illness.

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Cindy Fatura

Cindy Fatura

Energy Healer | Chinese Medicine Practitioner | Medical Qigong Master | www.EffectiveDeepHealing.com
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Welcome to Effective Deep Healing / Tranquil Treatments! Clients say: "...permanently changed my life for the better..." "...profoundly relaxing..." "...heal on a deep level..." I offer both "energetic spa" and therapeutic treatments. "Energetic spa" treatments to release your stress an…

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Dez Stephens

Dez Stephens

Co-Founder of Amarya Global Founder + Former CEO of Radiant Health Institute
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Hi! I'm Dez Stephens. I've been a professional coach for nearly 20 years and have also trained over 1000 holistic coaches in 25+ countries in 10+ languages. My personal passions include animals, crystals and protecting the environment. I'm also a film producer of the Emmy-nominated film, "End of t…

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Donna McDine

Donna McDine

Reiki Master Teacher | Crystal Reiki Practitioner | Reflexologist | Mystic Turquoise Healer | Award-winning Children's Author
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Donna is a Certified Medical Reiki Master (CMRM), Usui Reiki Master Practitioner & Teacher, Crystal Reiki Practitioner, Orion Master Channel, Certified Reflexologist, Mystic Turquoise Healer, and Award-winning Children’s Author. She helps those seeking a way to heal from within to unveil their inn…

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Madison Kuhn

Madison Kuhn

Spiritual Lifestyle Coach and Yoga Teacher Tarot and Oracle Reader YACEP Yoga Educator Pre & Post Natal Fitness Coach Holistic Lifestyle Coach
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As a Yoga and Spiritual Life Coach, my purpose is to guide individuals on a transformative journey of self-discovery, inner growth, and holistic well-being. I am dedicated to helping individuals embrace their authentic selves, cultivate mindfulness, and live a purposeful and fulfilled life. Thro…

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Macon GA US 15-Minute Clarity & Connection Call30-Minute Integrated Healing & Resilience Session45-Minute Holistic Integration & Embodiment SessioniRest Level 2 TeacherE-RYT® 200, YACEP®Licensed Spiritual PractitionerCertified Mindfulness Meditation TeacherCertified Metaphysical PractitionerInterfaith Metaphysical Minister
Renay Bloom

Renay Bloom

Mindful Life Coach Certified Yoga Nidra & iRest Level 2 Instructor E-RYT® 200, YACEP® MMTCP Certified Mindfulness Meditation Teacher Ordained Interfaith Minister Certified Life Coach
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Renay Bloom: Transformational Coach & Facilitator Mindful Living | Emotional Integration | Trauma-Informed Healing About Renay Renay Bloom is a dedicated Life Coach, Interfaith Minister, and Mindful Living Consultant based in Macon, Georgia. Her professional journey is a testament to the power…

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Rev Lenise D Harris

Rev Lenise D Harris

Holistic Life Coach
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Reverend Lenise Dazzel-Harris is a Spiritual Advisor, Certified Life Coach, Author, Speaker, and founder of WE CreateShop and yes, she's doing all of this as a mom of three. Her work is for the modern spiritual woman who is ready to stop circling the same patterns and start living on her own te…

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Susan Taylor
Susan Taylor
Sage Soul Guide, Yoga Instructor, Spiritual Director, Myers-Briggs Coaching
Welcome to Sage Soul Guide—where your anxieties, concerns, doubts, fears, and questions, have a safe space. Where exploring a variety of spiritual practices occurs with openness and authentic responses. Browse through the Sage Soul Guide services to choose what meets your needs for where you are now. First sessions are free of charge.
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Tauna Dillon
Tauna Dillon
Biblical Counseling
Growth isn’t one-size-fits-all. Our post-intake counseling is structured into modular, 4-week topical tracks. This allows us to take a highly focused, scriptural approach to specific areas of life without the pressure of a long-term, open-ended commitment. You choose the topic, and we map out the 4-week roadmap to get you there. After completing your initial 4-week Foundations Intake, you can choose your next step from my specialized, targeted tracks: • Workplace & Business (Called to Kingdom Work) • Biblical Marriage (One Flesh) • Wife Development (The Heart of Her Husband) • Women's Identity & Healing (Redeemed & Restored) • Deepening Biblical Literacy (Rooted in the Word) • Health & Fitness (Grace & Strength Physical Stewardship) • Ask about our Rooted and Refined topics that relate to your specific needs! To ensure you receive a comprehensive, truth-centered approach to healing, my practice is grounded in a unique multidisciplinary background from Liberty University. I hold a Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies with concentrations in Counseling, Business, and Healthcare, and am currently completing my advanced Master of Arts in Human Services Counseling (Expected 2027). I am certified in Practical Leadership Studies through CFCI International Bible College This extensive foundation allows me to expertly guide you across all areas of life—whether we are aligning your heart in our relationship tracks, addressing professional stewardship in our workplace tracks, or honoring the physical body in our health and fitness tracks. Please Note: This service is strictly faith-based biblical counseling and discipleship. I do not hold a state mental health license and do not provide clinical therapy, medical diagnoses, or insurance billing.
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Monterey, CA

 

Monterey is a city located in Monterey County on the southern edge of Monterey Bay on the U.S. state of California's Central Coast. Founded on June 3, 1770, it functioned as the capital of Alta California under both Spain (1804–1821) and Mexico (1822–1846). During this period, Monterey hosted California's first theater, public building, public library, publicly funded school, printing press, and newspaper. It was originally the only port of entry for all taxable goods in California. In 1846, during the Mexican–American War of 1846–1848, the United States Flag was raised over the Customs House. After Mexico ceded California to the U.S. at the end of the war, Monterey hosted California's first constitutional convention in 1849. 

The city occupies a land area of 8.466 sq mi (21.93 km2) and the city hall is at 26 feet (8 m) above sea level. The 2020 census recorded a population of 30,218.

Monterey and the surrounding area have attracted artists since the late 19th century, and many celebrated painters and writers have lived in the area. Until the 1950s there was an abundant fishery. Monterey's present-day attractions include the Monterey Bay Aquarium, Cannery Row, Fisherman's Wharf, California Roots Music and Arts Festival, and the annual Monterey Jazz Festival.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has an area of 11.7 sq mi (30.4 km2), of which 8.5 sq mi (21.9 km2) is land and 3.3 sq mi (8.5 km2) (28.05%) is water. Sand deposits in the northern coastal area comprise the sole known mineral resources. The city has several distinct districts, such as New Monterey, Del Monte, and Cannery Row.

Local soil is Quaternary Alluvium. Common soil series include the Baywood fine sand on the east side, Narlon loamy sand on the west side, Sheridan coarse sandy loam on hilly terrain, and the pale Tangair sand on hills supporting closed-cone pine habitat. The city is in a moderate to high seismic risk zone, the principal threat being the active San Andreas Fault approximately 26 miles (42 km) to the east. The Monterey Bay fault, which tracks three miles (4.8 km) to the north, is also active, as is the Palo Colorado fault seven miles (11 km) to the south. Also nearby, minor but potentially active, are the Berwick Canyon, Seaside, Tularcitos, and Chupines faults.

Monterey Bay's maximum credible tsunami for a 100-year interval has been calculated as a wave nine feet (2.7 m) high. The considerable undeveloped area in the northwest part of the city has a high potential for landslides and erosion.

The city is adjacent to the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary, a federally protected ocean area extending 276 mi (444 km) along the coast. Sometimes this sanctuary is confused with the local bay which is also termed Monterey Bay. Soquel Canyon State Marine Conservation Area, Portuguese Ledge State Marine Conservation Area, Pacific Grove Marine Gardens State Marine Conservation Area, Lovers Point State Marine Reserve, Edward F. Ricketts State Marine Conservation Area, and Asilomar State Marine Reserve are marine protected areas established by the state of California in Monterey Bay. Like underwater parks, these marine protected areas help conserve ocean wildlife and marine ecosystems.

The California sea otter, a threatened subspecies, inhabits the local Monterey Bay marine environment, and a field station of The Marine Mammal Center is located in Monterey to support sea rescue operations in this section of the California coast. The rare San Joaquin kit fox is found in Monterey's oak forest and chaparral habitats. The chaparral, found mainly on the city's drier eastern slopes, hosts such plants as manzanita, chamise, and ceanothus. Additional species of interest (that is, potential candidates for endangered species status) are the Salinas kangaroo rat and the silver-sided legless lizard.

There is a variety of natural habitats in Monterey: littoral zone and dunes; closed-cone pine forest; and Monterey Cypress. There are no dairy farms in the city of Monterey; the semi-hard cheese known as Monterey Jack originated in nearby Carmel Valley, California, and is named after businessman and land speculator David Jacks.

Monterey gives importance to health and wellness. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs offered by the Monterey Recreation and Community Services Department. These spaces provide opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, sports, and picnicking. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include Gold's Gym, Anytime Fitness, and Richard Russell CrossFit. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Monterey, such as the Huckleberry Hill Nature Preserve and the El Estero Park Complex. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

Top sites in Monterey, CA are Monterey Bay Aquarium, Old Fisherman's Wharf, and Monterey Museum of Art

Population: 29,116 (2023). ZIP codes: 93940–93944. Area code: 831. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Area: 12.27 sq mi (31.77 km2).

 

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Is Monterey, CA a nice place to live?

Monterey is in Monterey County and is one of the best places to live in California. Living in Monterey offers residents an urban suburban mix feel and most residents rent their homes. In Monterey, there are a lot of restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many young professionals and retirees live in Monterey and residents tend to have moderate political views. 

 

Is Monterey, CA expensive to live in?

For Monterey, CA, the COLI is 174.9, which means it’s 74.9% more expensive to live in Monterey than in the rest of the United States. Plus, the Monterey cost of living is 30% higher than the rest of California. While the cost of living is more expensive, the quality of life, family-friendly community, and endless areas to explore is well worth the price.

 

What is the crime rate in Monterey, CA?

The crime rate in Monterey is considerably higher than the national average across all communities in America from the largest to the smallest. However, at 27 crimes per one thousand residents, it is not among the communities with the very highest crime rate. The chance of becoming a victim of either violent or property crime in Monterey is 1 in 37. Based on FBI crime data, Monterey is not one of the safest communities in America. Relative to California, Monterey has a crime rate that is higher than 76% of the state's cities and towns of all sizes.

 

Sources

Wikipedia

City of Monterey

Monterey’s Recreation and Community Services Department

Gold's Gym

Anytime Fitness 

Richard Russell CrossFit

Huckleberry Hill Nature Preserve 

El Estero Park Complex

Monterey Bay Aquarium

Old Fisherman's Wharf

Dennis The Menace Playground

Niche

Sb Moving

Neighborhoodscout

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