About Me

Hi, I'm Josie Kramer.
I grew up in Santa Cruz, CA, Jerusalem, Israel, and Boise, ID, before moving to Los Angeles at 18 with dreams of becoming an actress. At the time, I was struggling with trauma-related chllenges, including anxiety, alexithymia, low self-worth, and an eating disorder. At 21, I turned to yoga for relief, and within six months, I experienced profound healing that sparked a heartfelt desire to share this transformative practice with others.

This journey led me to pursue an extensive education in yoga, meditation, bodywork, Buddhism, psychology, holistic health, integrative nutrition, spirituality, and psychedelics. I hold a B.A. in Traditional Eastern Arts with a minor in Somatic Psychology, an M.A. in Transpersonal Psychology, and I am currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Psychology at the California Institute of Integral Studies. Additionally, I’m in Peter Levine’s three-year supervised training program for Somatic Experiencing, a body-based approach to psychotherapy. I am also a certified Yoga Instructor (1,200 hours), licensed Massage Therapist (550 hours), and certified Holistic Health Coach.

Over the years, I’ve led retreats in Hawaii, Greece, Africa, Costa Rica, Palm Springs, Joshua Tree, and Mexico. I also co-founded Vikara Center with my partner, Brian, where we offer transpersonal retreats for growth and transformation. In addition to hosting retreats, I teach group classes, lead online programs, and maintain a private therapy practice in San Diego.

Throughout my journey, I’ve faced and overcome many challenges, which have given me the opportunity to confront and heal my own trauma. With 16 years of professional experience, I’m deeply inspired to share the healing practices that have supported my own path toward health and wholeness.

Let’s connect—I’d love to hear where you are on your journey and explore how I can support you.

With love,
Josie