About Me

My Journey into Holistic Healing

I’m Freda Merck — a Registered Nurse, certified yoga teacher, Reiki Master, and sound healing practitioner based in Seneca, South Carolina. My path in healing began in the 1990s as a nurse, where I quickly realized that true wellness extends beyond prescriptions and procedures. I believe in supporting the whole person — body, mind, and spirit — through practices that nurture balance and connection.

Like many women, I spent years pouring myself into work and wearing busyness like a badge of honor. Eventually, I discovered that my worth wasn’t tied to productivity. What I truly craved was nourishment, peace, and deeper connection — and that awakening sparked a journey of profound transformation.

Training & Credentials

Over the years, I’ve studied multiple healing modalities to support both my own growth and the journeys of others:

• 500-hour Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT) with a focus on functional, accessible movement, Trauma informed and embodiment

• Reiki Master practitioner trained in energy healing techniques

• Ama-Deus energy healing rooted in unconditional love

• Sound and vibrational therapy (added in 2021) to promote deep relaxation and inner peace

These practices continue to guide both my personal healing and the work I offer to my community.

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Creating Celestial Sisters Wellness

In 2021, I co-founded Celestial Sisters Wellness with my best friend. Together, we created a sacred space for women and seekers to explore yoga, energy work, and intentional living. It became a container for holistic healing where clients could reconnect with themselves in a supportive environment.

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The Soulful Collective Center

My journey also inspired the creation of The Soulful Collective Center in Seneca, SC. More than just an event venue, The Soulful Collective is a community hub where people gather with intention — to heal, to grow, to create, and to connect.

From yoga classes and Reiki sessions to art workshops and sound healing circles, The Soulful Collective is designed to be a safe and soulful space where transformation can unfold.

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How I Can Support You

Whether you’re seeking yoga in Seneca, SC, energy healing, or a welcoming community to grow alongside, I’m here to walk beside you. My mission is to help you find balance, inner peace, and the freedom to live a life you don’t need a vacation from.

Ready to begin your journey?

• Explore upcoming classes

• Book a Reiki or sound healing session

• Visit The Soulful Collective Center

Welcome home. We’re so glad you’re here