Reverend Sydney Francis, Founder







Reverend Sydney Francis is a trauma-informed spiritual healer, educator, & author who helps people transform emotional pain into spiritual purpose.


A self-described “wounded healer,” Sydney’s path was shaped by early loss and deep personal trauma — including the death of her father at age ten, sexual assault in her teens, and a near-death car accident that led to a profound spiritual awakening.


Her journey of healing began after a Divine Intervention pointed her toward energy work, spiritual study, and creative expression. Since 1993, Sydney has studied with renowned healers such as Reverend Rosalyn L. Bruyere and Master Ken Weintrub of the Healing Light Center Church, where she was ordained as a minister in 2023. She holds advanced degrees in both Theology and the Healing Arts, and is a certified NBP (Neuro-Bilateral Processing) Trauma Healer and Wholeness Coach.


With over two decades of teaching experience — from universities to international classrooms — Sydney brings a rare blend of intellectual depth, mystical insight, and embodied compassion to her work. She is the founder of Soul Gardener, a center for spiritual education, healing, and intuitive development.


In 2024, she published Activating Lunar Alchemy: The Mystical Art of Transmuting Your Emotional Pain into Spiritual Abundance, which explores moon-based ritual as a tool for emotional transformation and soul growth.


Sydney’s mission is to empower others to reconnect with their inner light, claim their spiritual gifts, and heal the soul-level wounds that block their potential.

“I have been on a long journey to gather effective tools and practices for healing yourself and develop your spiritual gifts. At Soul Gardener, I endeavor to share those tools and practices with you so that you can receive the blessing of your spiritual gifts and access your unique potential”.

  • Author or Activating Lunar Alchemy, 2024

  • Ordained Minister of the Healing Light Center Church, 2023

  • Certified NBP Trauma Healer (Neuro-Bilateral Processing), 2023

  • Certified Wholeness Coach, 2023

  • Masters in Theology, 2023

  • Masters in Healing Arts, 2023

  • Author of Study and Recommendations for Children with Incarcerated Parents in Coconino County, 2011

  • Family Development Certification, University of Iowa, 2010

  • Masters of Fine Arts in Interdisciplinary Art (MFA-IA), 2001

  • B.A.: Bachelors of Arts in Arts and Aesthetics, 1993

Credentials

VALUES



Know thyself and give thyself. 

I believe in giving you my best practices, genuine self, and vulnerable story of growth and healing to inspire you to live your best life.

Authenticity



I believe in giving you the highest quality experience, education, and healing possible.

We consistently strive to improve your guest experience.

Quality



I believe in the power of effective spiritual practices. 

At Soul Gardener, we teach you tested and proven spiritual practices for your development.

Effective Spiritual Practices



I have 3 Master’s degrees and I have taught for over 20 years. I am invested in academic rigor. With spiritual work, however, there is not always scientific data to support your spiritual and intuitive experience; yet I believe in giving you up-to-date academic and scientifically researched information, when possible.

Academic Rigor



I believe in the healing power of creativity. The medium for which I integrate information, assimilate the new growth, and create healing for myself is through the visual arts. Soul Gardener’s experiences include process-driven visual art practices for your growth, healing, and spiritual development.

Creativity

  • Hear From My Clients




    "My expectations were to explore & this was a fabulous way. I learned so many new things in just a few hours. I love the perfect combo of some science & learning with creativity and play. What a fantastic way to play with opening the third eye. Thank you."

    - Melissa

  • Hear From My Clients




    "I came open & learn about energy. Loved the experience and taking what I learned today into some daily practice such as awarenes to energy and writing with my left hand, left brain/right brain."

    - Christine P.

  • Hear From My Clients




    “As a student of the Moon work for three years, I have manifested a life full of meaning, achievement, and purpose. Sydney’s guidance and knowledge have offered an adytum within the sanctuary of discovery and actualization, uniting the Moon’s cycles with the internal cadence of self.”

    - Angie A.

  • Hear From My Clients



    “Since working with the moon cycles and creating my Moon Wheels, I have found myself more in touch with my true passions as well as nature. It has helped me become clearer in my purpose while identifying what my next steps are. I am able to see patterns that I can reflect on, change, and make adjustments as I grow and move forward in my goals and dreams. I would recommend this work to everyone at any stage of life and spirituality. It is amazing what we can accomplish when we put our thoughts into it!”

    - Franchisca R.

  • Hear From My Clients



    "As a wholistic and spiritual practitioner, in receiving sessions/healings, I always look for those who are kind, have heart, are knowledgeable-- truly know their art/work they offer, and have immense integrity... and so happy to have found Rev. Sydney Francis.  Having a session with Rev. Sydney was so relaxing and light-energetic filling, as well as educational working with me on a technique to use.  As she worked with me, I could feel and see that Orgone-Blue light going to and filling those places of my body where it was most needed.  Walked out happy and life light-filled and fulfilled."

    -H.M. Rivera

We are here to support you on your journey of self-discovery and spiritual awakening. Whether you have questions about our services or want to schedule a session, we're here to help.

Contact Us

sydney@sedonaesotericexperiences.com (928) 864-7060

105 Roadrunner Dr., Suite #5, Sedona, AZ 86336