About Us
About Us
Caring For You & Your Pet
You and your pet live your best lives when mind and body are balanced and healthy.
🌿 About Nicole
I’m Nicole M. Smith — a Board‑Certified Holistic Practitioner, Usui Reiki Master Teacher, Clinical Herbalist, and Holistic Life Coach dedicated to supporting the well‑being of both humans and animals. My work blends intuitive guidance, energy healing, and traditional herbal wisdom to help clients reconnect with balance, clarity, and inner resilience.
My journey began in the veterinary field, where I spent over 13 years supporting the profound bond between animals and their caregivers. Those early experiences shaped my belief that healing is most powerful when it honors the emotional, energetic, and physical needs of every being.
In 2003, I moved to Scotland and immersed myself in a culture rich in natural healing traditions. That time deepened my appreciation for herbal medicine, energy work, and the ways nature supports emotional and spiritual balance. Years later, I completed David Winston’s respected two‑year herbal studies program and now serve as National Sales Manager for a leading herbal products company — a role that allows me to educate practitioners and communities across the country about traditional herbalism and integrative wellness.
Reiki became the bridge that united my herbal training, my years in animal care, and my passion for helping others find grounding, clarity, and inner peace. Today, I offer holistic life coaching, Reiki for humans and animals, and herbal wellness guidance — creating supportive, heart‑centered spaces where healing and transformation can unfold naturally.
I also serve as Vice President of the North New Jersey Chapter of the American Herbalists Guild and sit on the AHG Chapters Committee, supporting community education and professional development for herbalists nationwide. I am a member of Herbalists Without Borders, United Plant Savers, the International Association of Reiki Professionals, the Natural Healers Society, the International Association of Therapists, and a Registered Healer with the INHA.
My approach is intuitive yet grounded — blending plant wisdom, energy work, and holistic coaching to honor the whole being: mind, body, spirit, and soul. Whether you’re seeking emotional support, spiritual alignment, energetic balance, or a deeper connection with your animal companion, I’m here to walk alongside you with compassion, clarity, and respect for your unique path.
Credentials & Professional Memberships
Core Certifications
- Nicole M. Smith, RMT (IARP), CH, RH (INHA)
- Board‑Certified Holistic Practitioner (AADP)
- Usui Reiki Master Teacher & Grandmaster Levels 5–22
- Clinical Herbalist — David Winston’s 2‑year program
- Certified Animal & Pet Reiki Practitioner
- Holistic Life Coach — Transformational, Mental Wellness, Mindfulness, Inner Child Healing
- Certified Holistic Wellness Practitioner
- Bach Flower Remedies Practitioner
- Certificate of Natural Medicine
Herbal & Energetic Training
- Western Herbalism & TCM Energetics
- Traditional plant‑based wellness education
- Herbal identification, wildcrafting, and materia medica studies
- Ongoing professional development in integrative herbalism
- Energetic and intuitive healing modalities
Animal‑Centered Background
- 13+ years in veterinary medicine
- Veterinary foundations, assistant training, and animal‑care certifications
- Experience supporting the emotional and energetic needs of animals and their caregivers
- Specialized training in animal Reiki and intuitive communication
Professional Roles
- Vice President, North New Jersey Chapter — American Herbalists Guild
- Chapters Committee Member, AHG
- National Sales Manager, herbal products industry
- Community educator and workshop facilitator
Professional Memberships
- American Herbalists Guild (AHG)
- North NJ Chapter American Herbalists Guild
- Herbalists Without Borders
- United Plant Savers (UpS)
- International Association of Reiki Professionals (IARP)
- International Natural Healers Association (INHA) — Registered Healer
- Natural Healers Society
- American Association of Drugless Practitioners (AADP)
- International Association of Therapists (IAOTH)
Understanding My Credentials
I use a set of professional initials after my name to reflect my training, lineage, and certifications. Here’s what they mean:
Nicole M. Smith, RMT (IARP), CH, RH (INHA)
- RMT (IARP) — Reiki Master Teacher, certified through the International Association of Reiki Professionals
- CH — Clinical Herbalist, trained through David Winston’s two‑year clinical herbal studies program
- RH (INHA) — Registered Healer, recognized by the International Natural Healers Association
These initials represent the foundations of my work — a blend of energy healing, herbal wisdom, and holistic support for both humans and animals.