A.J. Mars

Background:

A.J. Mars is a teacher of breathwork, embodiment and sacred intimacy. A former Peabody Award-winning writer of film, TV & animation, A.J. has now devoted his life to teaching others how to live & love better. A.J.’s mastery comes from being a lifelong learner—studying depth psychology at Pacific Graduate Institute and completing teacher trainings in breathwork, sound healing, embodiment & sacred intimacy. A.J. is committed to helping everyone he teaches reclaim the power of their own spirit.

CLASSES/PRIVATES TAUGHT AT UNPLUG:

  • Breathwork

  • Masculine & Feminine Embodiment

  • Sacred Intimacy & Polarity

  • Spiritual Guidance & Life Coaching

  • Energy Healing

  • Meditation

WHY I TEACH MEDITATION:

At every low point in my life, my daily practice has always been the key for me to rediscover the deepest part of my self that I know can survive any storm. Seeing the enormous impact my daily practice has had on own my life has instilled in me a calling to be of service and share that great gift with the world.

WHY I PRACTICE SOUND HEALING:

When I do my daily practice, I embody the best, deepest version of my self. When I live from that place of depth, I feel more fully alive and present to connect with all the wonders of life—the people, places and experiences that light me up and leave me constantly in awe.

Instagram Handle:
@thebreathwork

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Axel Jordan

Background:

Axel Jordan is a Sound Therapy Practitioner, meditation facilitator, writer, musician, and wellness creative originally from New York City and currently based in Los Angeles. His work blends sound healing, mindfulness, guided meditation, music, and reflective writing to create grounding and emotionally restorative experiences that support nervous system regulation, self-awareness, creativity, and intentional release.

Drawing from his background as both an artist and author, Axel incorporates themes of emotional healing, self-empowerment, mindfulness, and human connection into his sessions and workshops. His approach to sound healing is rooted not in performance, but in presence and in creating a space for people to slow down, reconnect to themselves, process emotion, and return to a greater sense of balance and clarity.

In addition to sound baths and meditation, Axel often integrates journaling, guided reflection, and mindful writing prompts into his workshops to help participants access subconscious thoughts, emotional insight, and deeper personal awareness.

CLASSES/PRIVATES TAUGHT AT UNPLUG:

  • Sound Healing

  • Guided Meditation

  • Mindfulness Practices

  • Stress & Nervous System Reset

  • Journaling & Reflective Writing

  • Intentional Release Workshops

  • Creativity & Self-Connection Practices

WHY I PRACTICE MEDITATION:

As a creative mind born and raised in New York City, it would be an understatement to say my thoughts, emotions, and creativity are constantly in motion. Meditation taught me that peace does not come from trying to silence the mind or force thoughts away. Instead, it comes from learning how to sit with myself, stay grounded within movement, and choose how I allow those thoughts and emotions to move through me.

Meditation has helped me create more balance, emotional awareness, self-trust, and clarity in both my personal life and creative work. It continues to remind me that we do not need to become someone else in order to heal. Instead, we simply need to reconnect to ourselves more honestly.

WHY I PRACTICE SOUND HEALING:

Music and sound have been some of the greatest healing forces in my life. As a writer, musician, and creative, sound became a way for me to process emotion, reconnect to myself, and move through some of the most difficult moments of my life with greater compassion and awareness.

Sound healing allows me to combine creativity, mindfulness, music, and human connection in a way that feels deeply authentic to who I am. Through sound, I hope to create experiences that help others soften, release stress, reconnect to themselves, and remember that healing does not always have to come through force. Sometimes it begins simply by allowing ourselves to feel.

Instagram Handle:
@axeljordan_

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Alice Hu

Background:

Alice Hu is a Career & Business Astrologer and Meditation Guide. She blends astrology, mindfulness, and sound to facilitate clarity for those curious about what's next for them in their career and beyond. More than 20,000 people have received her free career astrology report through www.yoursaturn.com. Alice is also a RYT-200 vinyasa flow teacher with Reiki I & II certifications.

CLASSES/PRIVATES TAUGHT AT UNPLUG:

  • Sound Healing

  • Guided Meditation

  • Reiki Healing

  • Astrology

  • Private/Group Classes

Instagram Handle:
@woowooco

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Scott Cartmill

Background:

Scott Cartmill is a handpan musician, meditation facilitator, and sound practitioner with over four years of experience using sound as a tool for relaxation, focus, and nervous system regulation. He has led handpan meditations, sound baths, and group experiences across Australia, creating spaces that are welcoming, calming, and accessible to both beginners and seasoned meditators.

Now based in Los Angeles, Scott is an apprentice handpan builder, deepening his relationship with the instrument through craftsmanship as well as performance. His approach blends musicality, presence, and an intuitive sensitivity to group energy, while remaining grounded and practical.

Alongside his musical work, Scott is also a channeler and psychic reader, which informs his ability to read a room and guide experiences that feel supportive rather than abstract. He believes sound therapy is a powerful, non-invasive way to help regulate the nervous system, reduce stress, and invite a sense of ease back into the body.

CLASSES/PRIVATES TAUGHT AT UNPLUG:

  • Handpan Meditation

  • Sound Healing

  • Guided Meditation

  • Private/Group Classes

Instagram Handle:
@scott_plays_handpan

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Greg Peoples

Background:

Greg Peoples is a breathwork and meditation teacher with over eight years of dedicated personal practice and six years guiding transformational group experiences. Certified in Transformative Breathwork under Marlize Joubert, Greg brings a grounded yet heart-opening approach that helps participants reconnect with their bodies, release stored tension, and rediscover calm clarity.

Known for creating compassionate, inclusive, and energetically safe spaces, Greg has facilitated weekly breathwork sessions across West LA, guiding both first-time participants and seasoned practitioners through conscious breathing techniques that regulate the nervous system and expand awareness.

Each class weaves together intentional breath, mindfulness, and visualization to help students access deeper presence, emotional release, and self-acceptance. Whether leading small groups or large community circles, Greg’s facilitation is rooted in warmth, authenticity, and a sincere belief that every breath is an invitation to return home to yourself.

CLASSES/PRIVATES TAUGHT AT UNPLUG:

  • Breathwork

  • Meditation

Instagram Handle:
@g_peoples

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Lindsey Benoit O’Connell

ABOUT LINDSEY BENOIT O’CONNELL:
Lindsey Benoit O’Connell is a meditation teacher, sound healer, breathwork facilitator, and the resident meditation columnist  for Woman’s Day magazine. She’s also the founder of The LAB Wellness, a wellness company that makes meditation and mindful movement accessible to everyone—no matter where they are in life—and Elevate Mindfully, a modern editorial platform for mindful living, purpose, and inspired productivity.

With over 20 years of experience in the health and wellness space, Lindsey's unique ability to translate science-backed mindfulness into accessible, real-life tools has led her to lead sessions for major companies including Meta, Bright Horizons, WeightWatchers, FitPros, Mammoth, Hearst, and The Travel Agency. She also serves as the resident sound healer for Wildflower Farms (an Auberge Resort), The Angel Cooperative, her own location - The Yurt Sanctuary, and other retreat centers and wellness spaces.

Before stepping into wellness full-time, Lindsey spent over two decades in the media industry, working as Entertainment Director for Cosmopolitan, Good Housekeeping, and Women’s Health, worked with leading industry experts including Arianna Huffington and Gabby Bernstein, and partnered with top brands like Amazon and the Mall of America on editorial integrations. Her expertise in storytelling, audience connection, and content creation gives her a distinct edge in communicating wellness in a way that feels grounded and relatable.

Her meditations can be found on the Unplug App, Insight Timer,  and her Youtube channel, Elevate Mindfully. And her mission? To help people feel strong, calm, clear, and connected—mind, body, and soul.

WHY I PRACTICE MEDITATION: 
It’s my daily sanity check. A moment to pause, breathe, and not totally lose it.

WHY I TEACH MEDITATION: 

Because I know what it feels like to be overwhelmed, anxious, stuck, and scared. I teach so people know they’re not alone—and there’s a way through.

Instagram Handle:  @thelab.wellness

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Cara Metz

ABOUT CARA METZ:
Cara Metz is a powerhouse in the world of menopause health, fitness, and nutrition. As the author of The Menopause  Metabolism Fix and the founder of the Cara Fitness app, she has helped over 40,000 women navigate perimenopause and beyond with a science-backed,  sustainable approach to fitness. With 30 years of experience, Cara is a trusted voice in the midlife wellness space,  offering expert guidance on weight loss, belly fat, energy, and confidence, all tailored for women over 40. 

Her journey began as an Open British Latin American Dance Champion, gracing international stages as a competitor, coach, and teacher. But after experiencing burnout and struggling with an eating disorder, Cara pivoted to fitness and personal training, determined to help women build strength from the inside out. Her own perimenopause challenges led her to specialize further, becoming a certified menopause fitness and nutrition expert. 

Today, Cara is a highly sought-after speaker, having taken the stage at both her own and major health, fitness, and menopause events. She is a compelling and authentic media presence, regularly engaging her 1 million+ social media followers with real, relatable advice that cuts through the noise. Through her Cara Fitness app, book, retreats, and speaking engagements, Cara is redefining midlife fitness, proving that transformation is possible at any age, even in just 15 minutes a day. She is not just changing workouts, she’s changing lives. 

WHY I PRACTICE MEDITATION: 
I meditate because as a menopausal woman it is so important to focus on reducing stress levels.  We can't get rid of the stresses of life but with meditation we learn how to deal with it.

WHY I TEACH MEDITATION: 

I teach because I want women to feel incredible in their own skin without feeling like they need to compete with younger women to be strong and fabulous.

Instagram Handle:  @carametz_ 

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Hayley Tharpe

ABOUT HAYLEY THARPE:
Hayley Tharpe is a lawyer, certified wellness coach, yoga and meditation teacher. Hayley received her bachelor's degree in philosophy from the University of California, Riverside, and her law degree from Howard University School of Law. She is a board member for many community organizations and was also selected as Miss Long Beach CA USA 2025. 

Hayley founded Legally Well, a business dedicated to teaching lawyers and law students the importance of self-care through yoga classes, guided mediations, CLEs and workshops. She has led programs for brands such as Patagonia, Dr. Pepper, and Black Women Lawyers of Los Angeles Bar Association. Her teachings ultimately promote stress-management, positivity and self-awareness.

WHY I PRACTICE MEDITATION: 
I meditate because doing so is one of the few things within my control. It allows me to recenter and to redirect my focus on what matters in the present moment.

WHY I TEACH MEDITATION: 

I teach yoga and meditation because both are incredibly healing and can change the course of each person's day!

Instagram Handle:  @hayleytharpe

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