Contemplative by nature and with a deep love of learning, Vanessa was drawn to East Asian wisdom traditions at an early age and received masters degrees from Harvard and Brown universities in Chinese studies.

As her life unfolded she was drawn more and more to share the wisdom practices of yoga, Buddhism, Taoism and Ayurveda in a way that was accessible and helpful to others in their everyday lives. Insight Yoga’s integration of ancient wisdom practices with psychological inquiry has inspired the holistic approach that she takes in crafting her retreats and working with clients. Her certifications with Spirit Rock’s Yoga and Dharma Teacher Training and Philip Moffitt’s Life Balance Institute further enhance her ability to guide students on their unique journeys.

Beyond her life in Massachusetts, Vanessa is French through her mother. She is an artist, a loving wife, mother of two young adults and has lived in Paris, San Francisco and Brooklyn, where she remains deeply connected to communities of practice.