We caught up with the brilliant and insightful Anabel Dollente a few weeks ago and have shared our conversation below.

Hi Anabel , thanks for joining us today. Is there a heartwarming story from your career that you look back on?

I had the pleasure of working with a lovely woman who had been struggling with anxiety for many years. She had tried a variety of treatments and therapies, but nothing seemed to be helping her to feel better.

One day, I suggested that she try Reiki, a gentle and non-invasive energy healing technique. She was hesitant at first, but after talking to me about it, she agreed to give it a try.

I began by helping her to relax and to focus on her breathing. I then placed my hands on her body, starting at her head and working my way down. As I moved my hands, I could feel her energy shifting and her body becoming lighter.

I continued to move my hands and sent healing energy through her body. After a few minutes, she began to relax and I could feel her breathing become more even. As the session progressed, I could feel her energy become stronger and her anxiety begin to dissipate.

When the session was over, she thanked me for my help and said she felt so much better. She said that she felt a lightness in her body and a sense of peace that she hadn’t felt in a long time. From that day on, she continued to come in for Reiki. She said through Reiki she found her power and hasn’t had an anxiety attack for months.

Anabel , before we move on to more of these sorts of questions, can you take some time to bring our readers up to speed on you and what you do?

I’m a naturally gifted intuitive empath. I have a unique ability of holding space for others in a way that allows them to explore the depths of themselves and find the root cause of their discomfort.

In 2007, I attended Mueller College of Holistic Studies in San Diego where I became a Holistic Health Practitioner. I obtained my 1st degree of Traditional Usui Reiki in 2009 and became a certified Usui Reiki Master in 2019.

As a child I grew up with many obstacles that motivated me to clear past traumas and childhood wounds. I believe that with every obstacle is a gift that once overcome, has the potential to shift life in a meaningful way.

​I’m a mother of two daughters that inspire me to dig deep into my subconscious mind to put an end to generational curses. My daughters inspire me to be the best version of myself. Through healing through connecting I continue to evolve. I worked a corporate job for 16 years during my spiritual journey and realized the weight of a stressful job was holding me down. Having a deep desire to live a more aligned and vibrant life, I decided to transition from my corporate job and commit myself to pursuing my purpose as a healer.

I started Funkshway Healing in June 2022. Through Massage & Reiki I will guide you to a more balanced and blissful life. My mission is to be the light that helps others see. I will guide you into making your life on earth more tranquil, meaningful and with less fear so you could flow to your natural peaceful rhythm.

We’d love to hear a story of resilience from your journey.

I was working as an administrative assistant in a corporate job for many years while practicing massage and Reiki on the side as another source of income. I felt like I was going nowhere. I was stuck in a rut and felt like I had no control over my own life. I decided to take a leap of faith and pursue my dream of owning my own Massage and Reiki business. I faced a lot of obstacles and a lot of fear. But I was determined to make this dream a reality.

So I started researching, learning, and practicing. I was offering treatments to family and friends. I also had to learn the business side of things, like setting up my own business and marketing my services. It was a lot of hard work, and there were times I wanted to give up.

But I kept going. I never lost sight of my dream and I was determined to make it happen. I eventually had enough clients to open my own practice and the rest is history. I’m now a successful business owner and I’m so proud of how far I’ve come. It hasn’t been easy, but I’m so glad I took the risk and never gave up.

Other than training/knowledge, what do you think is most helpful for succeeding in your field?

Other than the training and knowledge I have in my field I believe self-care, self-awareness, and self-compassion is vital as a healer. Additionally, building a strong support system of family, friends, and colleagues can help you navigate difficult times and help support you in every way.

Contact Info:

• Website: www.funkshwayhealing.com
• Instagram: @funkshwayhealing

Image Credits
Holly Holloway Photography Geo Sepulveda