Retreat Leaders

Alena Alsruhe is a Licensed Professional Counselor and writer credentialed in both Maryland
and Colorado. She loves helping individuals find health and healing physically, emotionally,
mentally, and spiritually.
Alena is Certified in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and utilizes this
technique among others in helping clients move through and beyond trauma to feel the hope
and freedom that is possible.
She has 18 years of leading others in health and fitness and 15 years as a mental health
provider. She is a Certified Personal Trainer and uses strength training and movement to help
her clients feel and become strong and capable as they are transformed on their wellness
journey.
She is passionate about helping women move from fear to faith, from insecurity to strength and
confusion to clarity as they discover the abundant life that God has for them.
Alena is excited to bring her love for nature, movement, healthy food, and good friendship to
the 2024 “Renew Her” retreat!

Brittany Edie is the founder of Graceful Balance Wellness and the Renew Her retreats. She a licensed counselor with credentials in both Maryland and Pennsylvania. Her passion for healing and wellness is evident through her specialized training in trauma therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and nature-informed therapy.

With years of experience and a deep understanding of the human psyche, Brittany is dedicated to guiding individuals towards emotional and mental well-being. Her expertise allows her to assist clients in processing and healing from difficult life experiences, providing them with the tools to move forward with resilience and strength.

In addition to her counseling credentials, Brittany is a registered and trauma-informed yoga teacher. She believes in the power of movement, when coupled with faith, as a transformative practice for both mind and body. She is committed to creating a safe and nurturing space for individuals to explore the healing potential of movement. Brittany's holistic approach integrates mental and physical well-being, making her an invaluable resource for those seeking balance and restoration.

Brittany's commitment to holistic healing and her unique blend of therapeutic techniques make her an inspiring and compassionate guide for those embarking on their wellness journey. She looks forward to sharing her wisdom and experience with you at the 'Renew Her' retreat.

Rebecca Kristene is an accomplished holistic health copywriter and email marketing specialist. Her deep-rooted passion is empowering female business owners to thrive in the current digital-driven world.

She's well-versed in the art of crafting compelling messages that resonate with audiences and drive meaningful connections. As an enthusiastic entrepreneur, Rebecca understands the importance of utilizing digital strategies to achieve business goals, and she's committed to helping you unlock your potential through her insightful workshops.

At the heart of Rebecca’s mission is her unwavering dedication to supporting fellow business owners in realizing their dreams. She believes that faith and marketing can go hand in hand, and she's excited to share the tools, strategies, and insights that have propelled her own business to success. By joining her classes at the retreat, you'll gain valuable knowledge and inspiration to take your marketing efforts to the next level with God at the center. ♡

Jenna Shriver is a brand photographer and mentor for business & brand builders. She currently serves the Maryland and Tampa, FL areas and beyond. Jenna has over 16 years of experience building three different business brands. She believes that every Christian has a Kingdom calling, alignment in business is key to having a thriving life and business, great brand photography is strategic & showcases your brand's personality, and effective brand photography connects, communicates, & converts potential clients into investing ones. Jenna's strength as a brand strategist plays a huge role in how she works with her brand photography clients to communicate their unique brand personality and market to their ideal clients and customers. Jenna is excited to share her experience and knowledge of building personal brands at the retreat.