Today we’d like to introduce you to Tennessee Scanio.
Hi Tennessee , we’d love for you to start by introducing yourself.
My journey into health and wellness began as a deeply personal quest. Like many, I faced physical and emotional challenges rooted in unprocessed childhood trauma. For a long time, I felt disconnected from myself—constantly searching for purpose, meaning, and often just a way out. I was working in the corporate world, burning myself out while feeling like I was getting nowhere fast. Deep down, I knew I was meant for something more.
What began as curiosity quickly turned into passion. One day, I tried a Buti Yoga class, and something clicked—it lit a fire in me. I knew instantly that I needed to teach it. That led me to pursue my 200-hour yoga certification, where I was introduced to the chakra system. I was captivated. I knew there was a deeper well of knowledge waiting to be uncovered.
I kept diving in—exploring holistic healing modalities, mindfulness practices, and reconnecting with my body through movement and awareness. With every step, I uncovered a more expansive view of wellness—one that went far beyond just the absence of illness. It was about wholeness, balance, and coming home to myself.
Eventually, I was introduced to plant medicine, which became a profound catalyst for my own trauma healing. The deeper I went into my own healing, the more I felt called to support others on their journeys. That path led me to Reiki, not just to experience it, but to learn and teach it – and after each attunement, something within me shifted. It opened me up to a whole new spiritual dimension—one I now hold with deep reverence.
This calling is what gave birth to Unalome Health & Wellness—a sacred space for compassion, growth, and empowerment. The Unalome symbol beautifully reflects the journey we all walk: the twists, the turns, the unraveling, and the return to center. That’s what this path has been for me—embracing the messy, the beautiful, and everything in between.
Today, I’m honored to hold space for others—whether through healing sessions, intuitive guidance, retreats, or simply creating a space where people feel seen, supported, and inspired to heal and evolve in their own unique way.
I’m sure it wasn’t obstacle-free, but would you say the journey has been fairly smooth so far?
A smooth road? LOL. It definitely hasn’t been a smooth road—but I’ve come to see that the bumps, breakdowns, and detours were all part of the medicine.
One of my biggest challenges was facing my own unhealed trauma. For a long time, I tried to outrun the pain, distract myself, or fit into spaces that weren’t aligned with who I truly was. Working in the corporate world left me drained and disconnected, but I didn’t know how to break out of that cycle at first. Burnout, anxiety, and a deep sense of misalignment were constant companions.
Stepping into the wellness world didn’t magically make everything easier either. Doing the inner work—sitting with my shadows, letting go of old stories, and learning to trust myself—was (and still is) a lifelong journey. There were times I doubted my path, times I felt alone in the process, and moments where imposter syndrome crept in hard.
But every struggle cracked me open a little more, and with each breakdown came a breakthrough. Whether it was through plant medicine, energy healing, or simply learning to hold myself with more compassion, I began to transform. And through that transformation, I’ve been able to help others do the same.
The path hasn’t been linear, but I wouldn’t trade it for anything. It’s in the mess and the challenges that I found my strength, my voice, and ultimately, my purpose.
Thanks for sharing that. So, maybe next you can tell us a bit more about your work?
At Unalome Health & Wellness, my work is centered around supporting others on their journey of healing and self-discovery through Reiki energy healing, intuitive guidance, yoga, spiritual development, and hosting healing retreats. I specialize in creating safe, compassionate spaces for both adults and children, using trauma-informed practices that gently reconnect the mind, body, and spirit.
As a Reiki Master Teacher and Quantum Reiki Practitioner, I’m passionate about offering energy work that supports deep healing on both physical and energetic levels. My sessions are intuitively led, grounded in experience, and tailored to each individual’s unique needs. I also teach and attune others to Reiki, which has been a truly humbling and powerful part of this work.
I’m also a Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT) and Registered Children’s Yoga Teacher (RCYT) with a trauma informed focus, and I approach every session with sensitivity to the nervous system—honoring each person’s story and creating space for authentic connection and healing. Whether I’m offering Reiki, guiding trauma-informed yoga, supporting spiritual growth, or holding space in a retreat setting, my intention is always to help others feel more aligned, empowered, and whole.
One area that holds a special place in my heart is working with children. I love teaching them simple yet powerful tools for emotional regulation, body awareness, and mindfulness. Watching their confidence grow and witnessing their natural wisdom unfold is one of the most rewarding parts of what I do.
Hosting healing retreats has been another beautiful extension of my work—offering immersive, heart-centered experiences where individuals can unplug, go inward, and reconnect with themselves in a deeper and more expansive way.
And as a U.S. Navy veteran, I bring a unique perspective to this work—one that’s rooted in resilience, discipline, and deep compassion. My own healing journey has shaped every aspect of my practice. What sets me apart is the integration of intuitive, spiritual guidance with grounded, trauma-informed care. I’ve lived this path. I walk it daily. And I’m honored to hold space for others as they remember their own power and come home to themselves.
Are there any important lessons you’ve learned that you can share with us?
The most important lesson I’ve learned along my journey is that healing isn’t linear—and it doesn’t have to look a certain way. There’s no finish line, no perfect version of “healed.” It’s a continuous unfolding, a deep remembering of who we truly are underneath all the conditioning, trauma, and survival patterns.
I’ve learned to embrace the messiness, the pauses, the setbacks—and to meet them with compassion instead of judgment. Every challenge has been a teacher. Every breakdown has held the potential for breakthrough. And perhaps most importantly, I’ve learned that we don’t have to walk this path alone and in fact, we are never alone. I always tell my clients ask for help up and out, there’s so much you can’t see waiting to step in!
Holding space for myself with patience and gentleness has allowed me to hold space for others in the same way. That’s where real transformation begins—in the moments we choose to love ourselves through it all.
Pricing:
- 90-min Reiki Session – $125
- 60-min Reiki Session – $100
- 45-min Long Distance Reiki Session – $75
- Spiritual Development & Healing Mentorships – Varies
- Usui Ryoho Reiki Practicioner Trainings L1-3 – Varies
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.unalomehealthwellness.com
- Instagram: unalome_health_wellness
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/unalomehealthwellness
- Youtube: @tennessee-scanio
