Enduring wisdom, somatic practice, and personal transformation.
Join me in awakening awareness and resilience through movement, yoga, psychology, philosophy, and practical wellness tools for daily wellbeing.
Hello, I’m Sati.
In a world that moves quickly, I offer a space to slow down and tune in. As a psychotherapist, yoga teacher, writer, mentor, and educator, I guide others through contemplative and somatic practices that foster self-awareness and healing. Whether in one-on-one sessions, retreats, or group classes, I offer a space for meaningful growth and personal transformation.
While I am currently rooted in Orlando, Florida, my practice extends worldwide through accessible online classes and mentorship. I also host transformative international retreats, creating sacred spaces for connection in beautiful destinations around the globe. Join me for a local or international event.
Join Me
Events
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Location: Ohana Counseling and Wellness
3595 West Lake Mary Blvd, Suite B Lake Mary, FL 32746
Time: 10 am - 11:30 am
Join Sati Chmelar and Amanda Neill, LMHC in person for a gentle reset as we blend vision boarding, restorative yoga, and meditation into one intentional morning. This is your invitation to shake off any lingering holiday chaos, exhale deeply, and reconnect with what you want this next season to feel like.
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Location: Sacred Forest Farm
1183 Flowing Creek Way, Osteen, FL 32764
Time: 10:30 am - 5:30 pm
Welcome to Radiance Rising: Spring Equinox Yoga and Renewal Retreat, a day-long retreat at Sacred Forest Farm that invites you to nourish your body, release old energies, and set new intentions, symbolizing the balance between day and night and the start of spring.
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Attention Orlando mental health therapists: Ohana Wellness Collective is excited to announce the launch of our new “Lunch and Learn” series!
I kick off the series with a brief presentation, “Intro to Contemplative Psychotherapy,” followed by a complimentary lunch and networking session.
This event is a wonderful opportunity to connect with fellow therapists, build a supportive professional community, and increase referral opportunities. Let’s come together to overcome isolation and strengthen our network. We look forward to seeing you there!
This is a free event, and lunch will be provided by Ohana Wellness Collective. However, space is very limited, and an RSVP is required.
To reserve your spot, please text us at 407-603-5636 or email: admin@ohanacounselingandwellness.com
Event Location: 3595 W Lake Mary Blvd, Ste B, Lake Mary, FL 32746
We look forward to welcoming you to our new space!
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Location: Terceira Island, Azores, Portugal
The Sanctuary: XHale Azores Resort
Facilitators: Shannon “Sati'“ Chmelar and Christina Prieto
Reconnect with nature on Terceira Island in the Azores, where volcanic landscapes and Atlantic coastlines provide the backdrop for the ultimate reset. This six-day journey centers on daily yoga and meditation, blending intentional movement with unforgettable adventures—from forest bathing and lava cave exploration to whale watching and coastal hiking. With exclusive access to the XHale Azores resort, our group will have a private sanctuary for deep restoration, mindful connection, and true Atlantic adventure.
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Location: Terceira Island, Azores, Portugal
The Sanctuary: XHale Azores Resort
Facilitators: Shannon “Sati'“ Chmelar and Christina Prieto
Reconnect with nature on Terceira Island in the Azores, where volcanic landscapes and Atlantic coastlines provide the backdrop for the ultimate reset. This six-day journey centers on daily yoga and meditation, blending intentional movement with unforgettable adventures—from forest bathing and lava cave exploration to whale watching and coastal hiking. With exclusive access to the XHale Azores resort, our group will have a private sanctuary for deep restoration, mindful connection, and true Atlantic adventure.
My Philosophy
I’m here to guide you into clarified awareness — to help you access the wisdom already within you, build new skills, nourish your body, and resolve any dissonance between your inner and outer worlds.
I believe in the potential for human transformation and the easing of suffering — not as abstract ideals, but as lived truth. The practices and insights that I share have profoundly reshaped my own life, freeing me from patterns that once felt immovable and opening the way to a more whole, embodied sense of well-being.
My goal is to move beyond theory, integrating the timeless and the contemporary to activate these insights within the rhythm of everyday life. I am here to walk alongside you with care and depth.
What I Teach
I offer yoga, movement, and mobility work designed for long-term sustainability. Beyond the physical, I facilitate doorways into consciousness through meditation and breathwork, utilizing ancient and contemporary techniques to calm the nervous system and build mental clarity. My philosophy classes often sit at the intersection of Eastern contemplative traditions and modern psychological insights. This holistic approach extends into reflective writing and rituals of care, where we engage with our internal narratives for healing and insight.
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While I spent over a decade deeply immersed in Aṣṭāṅga and Vinyasa traditions, my current teaching focuses on restorative practices, Aṣṭāṅga-informed vinyāsa, as well as conditioning and mobility work. With an emphasis on sustainability and attunement, my approach is rooted in over twenty years of practice and extensive study.
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My teaching is rooted in the depth of Yoga and Buddhist traditions, integrated with the latest research into wellbeing and Western psychology. By bridging ancient contemplative wisdom with contemporary psychological insights, I aim to enhance self-knowledge and foster the development of wisdom across our emotional, psychological, and spiritual lives. This interdisciplinary approach—ranging from ecological perspectives to modern science—ensures a practice that is both philosophically rich and psychologically grounded.
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I offer a grounded approach to mindfulness and compassion processes, drawing from Buddhist traditions and modern secular adaptations that have proven therapeutic benefits across all cultural backgrounds. By bridging ancient wisdom with contemporary psychology, I help students develop a sustainable practice for mental clarity and emotional resilience.
Complementing this is a focused study of breathwork rooted in Yoga, specifically adapted for today’s nervous systems. Unlike some "energizing" techniques, my sessions prioritize down-regulation. We focus on gentle, rhythmic patterns designed to soothe the autonomic nervous system (ANS) and transition the body from a state of stress to one of deep rest.
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I offer writing practices and other rituals of care as pathways for healing. Writing with me is about touching our internal narratives to foster deep insight and personal development. By externalizing our inner world onto the page, we begin to reshape the stories that define us, opening space for both emotional release and creative discovery.
I also lead communal bonding activities and nature-based immersions. These rituals are designed to reconnect us with the rhythms of the natural world and the support of the collective. Whether through shared silence in a forest or the collaborative energy of a writing circle, these experiences move us out of isolation and into a state of grounded belonging.
Resonance from the Journey: Student Voices
“Sati, you are not an ordinary yoga teacher. I feel like you see things in me that I can't yet see in myself — and with your powerful yet gentle guidance, you lead me to depths in my practice I never imagined were possible.
— ChristinaThank you for doing what you do. By being on the receiving end of the teachings, I realized how precious and special they are. And how amazing it is to offer them. You showed me the depth of experience a great teacher adds to the lives of others."
— Jamie"I've learned a great deal about the mind-body integration of yoga through you and have never encountered a teacher like you in the true essence of the word. Your voice resonates within me even when I practice alone."
— Dawn
"By cultivating an attitude of friendship toward those who are happy, compassion toward those in distress, joy toward those who are virtuous, and equanimity toward those who are non-virtuous, lucidity of the mind is achieved."
— Patanjali Yoga Sutra 1.33
The Quiet Circle
Where ancient insight meets modern inquiry
Once a month, I share a direct transmission from my heart to your home, including:
The Wisdom Glossary: Deep-dives into the definitions of Yogic, Buddhist, and therapeutic terms
Modern Inquiry: Monthly journal prompts to help you bridge ancient philosophy with your lived experience
Personal Notes: Reflections on my life and practice
Event Updates: Be the first to know about courses, workshops, and retreats
A Quiet Space In Your Inbox In an era of fleeting social media feeds and noisy algorithms, I believe in the slow, intentional connection of a letter. The Quiet Circle is a space designed to bypass the digital noise and return to what is real.