“What I find to be truly special about them is their approach to being in service. They are not going to “heal” you, you have to do that yourself.  But they are unparalleled in their gift at holding space, guiding into the deepest and darkest shadows within, and leading you into loving acceptance of all that you are - the beauty, the chaos, the ugliness, and the calm. I have since worked with each individually, Elisa in breathwork and Mel in Tantra practices. Different modalities, but both leading me to a level of awareness and trust in myself that is unparalleled. Mel and Elisa's services have been one of the best investments I have made in my life.”

— C.R.

"Your presence and teaching were a healing balm — and remain so six weeks later. I have found in myself a level of safety and stabilization that runs deep and has always been hard for me to reach. What helped me most was the combination of your humility, humor and desire: I could trust the generous and honest intention that animates your work and everyday life. It is the thing that is most powerful and what, for me, allows for the vulnerability that leads to…everything good!”

— D.B.

“Mel and E have a deep skill set and a trauma informed approach to space holding, the ritual and tantric arts, relationship, and life in general - their guidance is so valuable and transformational. If you have the opportunity to work with them privately or in a group setting, please take it!! Your life will never be the same!"

— N.C.

“I entered into this work as a depressed and ill person. I initially tried to postpone my participation because I just didn't think I was in "a good head, heart or physical place". My time with the Joytown ladies was loving, compassionate, well orchestrated and secure. Every bit of the day was carefully attended to. I was transported to a wonderful world of mystery and sacredness. At no time did I feel unsupported or afraid.”

— S.M.

"Your website is fucking awesome. I read through it all in the middle of the night when I couldn’t sleep. It blew my mind because it articulated so clearly exactly the transformative process/journey that you two goddesses have started me on and the ways in which you do it. I have been trying to explain it to one of my friends but didn’t even have the words. Now I do, though words still don’t come close to capturing the spiritual/emotional/physical depth of the experiences. You two, your love and your kindness and your intuition and your magic are so inspiring and healing. I can’t believe I somehow made it into your orbit. I’m forever grateful to you!"

— K.M.

“With love, devotion, and tremendous depth of care, Mel, Elisa, and the Joytown team create the safest of containers that allow participants to explore the deepest parts of themselves and encounter new trailheads to profound healing and palpable growth”.

— J.S.