MEET YOUR PRACTITIONER

Hi, I’m Laura

I’m a naturopathic practitioner and sound therapist offering personalized virtual wellness guidance. My approach helps you explore how lifestyle, nutrition, stress, environment and everyday habits may influence your overall well-being.

You deserve to feel heard, supported and empowered to make informed choices about your wellness.

Laura Gandarillas
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MY STORY

Why I Started Light & Leaf

My interest in holistic wellness grew from a deeply personal experience. In 2018, I began struggling with debilitating symptoms that affected nearly every part of my daily life—including sleep, digestion, energy, concentration and emotional well-being.

I visited multiple doctors and specialists, yet I continued to feel as though important pieces of my experience were being overlooked. Eventually, exploring a more holistic approach helped me consider how different aspects of health and lifestyle can be interconnected.

That experience changed the way I viewed wellness. I learned how meaningful it can be to feel heard, ask deeper questions and receive guidance that considers the whole person—not just one isolated concern.

I created Light & Leaf Wellness to offer that kind of thoughtful, educational support to others. My goal is to help clients better understand their bodies, recognize patterns in their everyday lives and build sustainable habits that support their overall well-being.

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TRAINING & BACKGROUND

Education, Credentials & Areas of Focus

My training and areas of focus support an educational, whole-person approach to wellness guidance.

Credentials


  • Certified Naturopathic Practitioner
  • Certified Sound Therapy Practitioner
  • Accredited by the International Practitioners of Holistic Medicine (IPHM)
  • Recognized by the Complementary Medical Association (CMA)
  • Certified through the Centre of CPD Excellence
  • Accredited by the National Certification Council for Activity Professionals (NCCAP)

Areas of Focus


  • Foundational Wellness
  • Stress and Nervous-System Support
  • Nutrition and Metabolic Wellness
  • Gut Health and Everyday Digestive Wellness
  • Environmental and Lifestyle Toxin Awareness
  • Sleep, Energy and Sustainable Routines
  • Herbal and Botanical Medicine
  • Hormonal Balance and Women’s Health

MY APPROACH

Wellness Guidance That Considers the Whole Person

Wellness is rarely shaped by one factor alone. Lifestyle, nutrition, sleep, stress, environment and daily routines can all influence how you feel. My approach helps you explore those connections and identify realistic ways to support greater balance.

Root-Cause Perspective

We explore lifestyle patterns and potential contributors instead of focusing only on surface-level concerns.

Natural Support

Guidance emphasizes practical habits and wellness approaches designed to support the body’s natural processes.

Whole-Person Wellness

Your nutrition, stress, sleep, environment, energy and daily routines are interconnected and are important to your wellness.

WHAT TO EXPECT

A Thoughtful, Personalized Experience

This is not a one-size-fits-all approach. We’ll discuss your wellness goals, lifestyle, routines and areas of concern so you can receive guidance that feels practical, personal and relevant to your everyday life.

  • A supportive conversation where you feel heard
  • Personalized wellness education and practical recommendations
  • Clear next steps designed to fit your everyday life
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WHAT GUIDES MY WORK

Compassion, Clarity and Respect

My work is guided by a commitment to listening carefully, explaining clearly and offering support that feels realistic for everyday life.


Listen First

Every person deserves to feel heard, respected and taken seriously. I begin by listening carefully to your experiences, concerns and wellness goals.


Educate Clearly

Wellness information should feel understandable and useful—not confusing or overwhelming. I explain ideas clearly so you can make informed choices with greater confidence.


Support Real Life

Guidance should feel realistic, sustainable and personal. We focus on practical steps that can fit into your routines, responsibilities and everyday life.

BEGIN YOUR WELLNESS JOURNEY

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you’re looking for supportive, educational wellness guidance tailored to your life, I’d be honored to connect with you.

Virtual consultations available nationwide.