"I got the exact insight I needed to shift my resistance and tune into my true needs."
"Metamorphosis always gives me the exact insight I need to completely shift my resistance to whatever I'm going through and tune in with my true needs. It's a dose of clarity and calm, and I look forward to it immensely!"
–Dayana Mayfield, SaaS Copywriter & Content Strategist
Ceremony Is the Fastest Way to Become Your True Self
Whether you're just dipping your toes into self-work or you've been devouring personal development podcasts, yoga classes, or meditations for a while now...
Ceremony helps you fast-track positive shifts in your life and remember who you really are––in just one evening.
Unlike other self-care, personal development, and spiritual practices which take time and repetition (and a lot of mental digging!) before you notice a transformation in your everyday life, this ceremony melts away the stress, shoulds, and separation by guiding you into an altered state of consciousness––with your body and breath––that finally gets all parts of you working together.
Neuroscience research shows that 95% of all human behavior is determined by all unconscious beliefs and desires. Ceremony helps you rewire them.
As a result, you can connect with your true self and make more aligned decisions that spark a positive ripple effect in all areas of your life.
When we remember who we really are underneath all the conditioning and others' expectations of us, and our nervous system feels safe enough to say YES to ourselves... we are free to make the impact we're meant to in this life.
What is Ceremony?
Much like the best retreat you've ever attended, ceremony is a guided experience and a sacred space where you can go inward and process what is alive for you so that you can move into your next chapter feeling lighter and free.
Metamorphosis is the modern ceremony that leverages both a science-backed breath pattern and ancient practices from Earth-based Shamanism (plus energy work from certified facilitators) to create a catalyst for your personal growth.
"I feel more connected with my ancestors."
"I know I'm gifted and sensitive to certain elements and had put that on hold for years... With Metamorphosis, I feel more connected with my ancestors and spirit guides and see how powerful that connection is. This whole process is messy––all the emotions!––but worth it."
– Shaquana Suggs, Professor, Author, and Digiteer
In Metamorphosis...
You’ll be guided through the metaphorical journey of a moth’s Metamorphosis from creating a safe chrysalis to liquifying what no longer aligns to spreading your new wings in an accessible and playful style for modern mystics and science-minded folks alike.
We swirl together 3 practices and optional hands-on energy work to help you release stress, reconnect with yourself, and receive insights:
1) Intuitive Oracle Card Reading so you can set intentions and gain insight to help you navigate your current season.
2) Conscious Connected Breath (and Somatic Movement) so you can transform stress into strength, move stuck emotions out of your body, regulate your nervous system, and access an altered state of consciousness where you can embody your true self.
3) Shamanic Journey (visualization meditation) with live drumming and a soundbath so you can unlock your unconscious, meet spirit guides, and access ancient wisdom to help you move forward in your life.
Meet Your Facilitators
Emily Schickli helps women do their Secret Dream without hustling harder or quitting their job (yet). She offers private coaching, an online community for women, team workshops, and ceremonies. She is certified as a Life Coach, Shamanic Practitioner, Yoga and Meditation teacher (RYT200), Reiki Master Teacher, and a NeuroLinguistic Programming (NLP), T.I.M.E. Techniques, Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), and Hypnosis Practitioner with a Masters from the University of Chicago. She’s led art and mindfulness workshops for companies, nonprofits, and entrepreneur masterminds like Google, Microsoft, Meta, Allies for Every Child, East West Bookshop, and more and has appeared in multiple media outlets.
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LaRue Stewart offers multifaceted healing, blending the roles of Certified Shamanic Practitioner, Certified Reiki III Practitioner, energy worker, and intuitive medium. Infused with a playful spirit, she approaches her work with a sense of joy and wonder, believing in the inherent power within each individual to tap into their intuition and guide themselves towards their own healing and growth. Through her facilitation, LaRue helps others rediscover their inner wisdom, release blockages, and align with their true purpose, fostering transformation and wholeness on their journey.
Ready to Unlock Your Next Level?
When you join us for a Metamorphosis ceremony, you'll:
- Gain clarity on how to bring your desires into reality with our intuitive card reading
- Release stress and regulate your nervous system through a scientifically backed breath pattern (called conscious connected breath) and feel-good movement
- Receive the insight you need to move forward in your life by accessing your true self via an altered state of consciousness, which you'll reach just through your body and breath
- Reconnect with your true self in a visualization meditation, called a guided journey, from the earth-based Shamanic tradition
- Feel lighter, clearer, and freer than before with hands-on energy work from two certified and experienced practitioners (Shamanism, Reiki)
...all for $55 (plus studio fees) for an in-person ceremony or $33 for virtual
Option 1: Live In-Person Ceremony
If you're local to the San Francisco Bay Area, you can join us in-person in Redwood City, CA at Peacebank Yoga Studio on these 2026 dates:
- Saturday, September 19th 3-5pm
- Saturday, October 24th 3-5pm
- Saturday, November 21st 3-5pm
- Saturday, December 12th 3-5pm
Bring: Water bottle, yoga mat, optional reading glasses (to read oracle card), optional eye mask or light scarf
Wear: Loose comfortable clothing that you can move in
To register, click the button below and follow the steps on Peacebank Yoga's studio booking system. If you run into any issues securing your spot, email Emily at [email protected].
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Option 2: Live Virtual Ceremony
I host virtual Metamorphosis live a few times a year.
Here are the current scheduled dates:
- Monday, September 21st from 10am-11:30am Pacific / 1-2:30pm Eastern / 6-7:30pm London
- TBD
Even if you can't attend live, you'll receive a replay recording 2 days after the event.
SAVE MY SPOT"It's hard to put this magic into words."
"I felt so invigorated, empowered, and confident afterwards. Big decisions that I’ve been considering didn’t seem so taboo."
– Kristi S, professional in the tech industry
"Metamorphosis is the highlight of my month. It’s hard to put into words how much I release, relax and rebirth in such a short period of time. Emily’s ability to hold space in this container is nothing short of modern magic. I highly recommend this ceremony.”
– Haley Hoover, The Sparkling Hippie: success coach, intuitive artist, and author
"This ceremony is such an incredible gift. It blew everything wide open in a much needed way. More than an upgrade, that was an energetic catalyst!"
– Jeanine Cerundolo, coach and founder of Thrive Coaching
"Emily’s Metamorphosis might be the best thing you can do after work. It's magical! We cleared energy, set an intention, discarded what was no longer serving, and invited in something new. It was healing, transformative, and fun!
My energy shifted drastically. I felt calmer and at more peace. And left with clarity around a few aspects of my life."
– Caline Raab, healer & former professional in the cosmetic industry
- You're looking to release stress and find your inner peace or calm––we'll be going through powerful, science-backed and spiritual practices to help you with just that!
- You're interested in understanding yourself on a deeper level––this ceremony isn't just about having a good time (though we do that too). It's a personal growth and spiritual development experience.
- You're open to exploring spiritual practices in a guided way––whether you're a lifetime seeker or completely new to this field, I guide attendees through transformative practices in an accessible, science-meets-spirit way.
- You're ready to finally carve out an hour or so for your self-care––while this is a group experience, virtual ceremonies really feel like an individual, self-care practice. There's no pressure to interact or "perform" in any way. This space is for YOU to connect with you. (In-person ceremonies are much more community-centric as you'll be able to feel everyone else's energy - in a good way!)
- You're a human––this is an all genders, all backgounds, LGBTIQA+ safe space that is also anti-racist.
Your Metamorphosis Awaits...
"If you're considering of doing this for yourself, of investing in yourself, know that it comes back to you, you don't have to earn it, you just deserve to take time for yourself. Take time to build that awareness and invest in yourself––it helps you become the person you want to be."
– Clara Vaknin, User Researcher in the tech industry
"Work with Emily. She's worth more than every penny you pay her––pure magic!"
– Yumi Wilson, professional in the tech industry & photographer
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"The experience was transcendental! It was my first time, yet it feels like I’ve already done it before because I felt so comfortable and welcomed! I’ve never seen such a safe space with no pressure to interact. I could just be. JUST BE!"
– Angelika Bantilan, virtual assistant
"I really enjoyed the session! This was my first time learning this breathing technique. Listening to Emily's voice guided me through my thoughts to relief. I experienced tears while thinking of how much I need to practice being less serious, bring back my sense of humor, and dance more in life. Loved visualizing the 'doors to my heart' as I want my heart alive for many more years!"
– Sue Hager, mom of a previous private client
“This ceremony is so powerful! I saw my higher self on the beach drawing a big heart in the sand. She invited me to come down and dip my toe in the water, and she told me that to feel connected and access my heart, I could draw a heart in the air with my finger.”
– Celina A, professional in the tech industry
"Wow. The breathwork was really intense! I felt like a spirit was moving through me (in the best of ways). I had such a clear vision of my higher self and the gift she gave me."
– Clara, mom of two
"What a wonderful experience I went through and didn’t know I needed. I want more. Your energy is fantastic."
– Jakeline V, professional in the tech industry
"I feel much nicer than I did an hour ago, lol! I'm so relaxed now, I might just fall asleep––in the best way."
– Lisa F, professional in the tech industry