Today we’d like to introduce you to Savanah Baird.
Hi Savanah, we’d love for you to start by introducing yourself.
My journey into holistic healing began with a simple but life-changing decision: starting a consistent yoga practice back in 2015. I was young, curious, and craving something deeper—and yoga quickly became a sanctuary for me. By 2018, I was teaching, and that’s when everything truly opened up. Teaching introduced me to the broader world of wellness, and from the very beginning, it just felt right. Natural. Something I was always meant to do.
Things took off and aligned quickly in my professional life. I began to see how powerful these practices could be—not just for me, but for others. That realization deepened when I started working as a yoga therapist at a behavioral health hospital. I worked closely with patients navigating serious mental health challenges—bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, psychosis, addiction—and it completely shifted my perspective on what healing can look like.
Over time, I expanded my offerings and training to include vinyasa and yin yoga, mat pilates, meditation, yoga nidra, sound healing, and Reiki. These tools, for me, are not separate—they’re deeply interconnected. I’m especially passionate about exploring how physical, emotional, and energetic health all speak to one another. True healing happens when we address the whole person.
In 2021, I made the move to Los Angeles, and I’ve been doing this work full-time ever since. LA has given me the space to grow my practice and reach more people who are looking for intentional, holistic support. Whether I’m working one-on-one or in a group, my goal is always the same: to hold space for others to come back to themselves.
Alright, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
Stepping into the wellness space at a young age came with its own set of challenges. I had to really trust myself and my path, even when it didn’t look like the traditional route. There were moments of self-doubt, financial uncertainty, and growing pains—especially when I first transitioned to doing this work full-time.
Working in mental health was also emotionally intense at times. Supporting people through deep trauma, psychosis, or addiction can be incredibly heavy, and it forced me to develop strong energetic boundaries and prioritize my own self-care. Moving to LA in 2021 was another leap—it was exciting, but starting fresh in a new city meant rebuilding my network and practice from the ground up.
That said, every challenge has helped me grow into the healer I am today. I’ve learned how to hold space for others because I’ve had to hold space for myself through so much. The road hasn’t been smooth, but it’s been real—and deeply rewarding.
Thanks for sharing that. So, maybe next you can tell us a bit more about your work?
I’m a holistic healer and movement practitioner specializing in vinyasa and Yin yoga, mat Pilates, meditation, yoga nidra, sound healing, and Reiki. My work is all about creating safe, supportive spaces for people to reconnect with themselves—physically, emotionally, and energetically. I believe healing happens on multiple levels, and I love combining different modalities to meet people where they are and guide them toward balance and self-awareness.
One of the things I’m most proud of is the work I’ve done in mental health settings. My time as a yoga therapist in a behavioral health hospital taught me how to show up with compassion, non-judgment, and a trauma-informed lens. I supported patients through everything from addiction recovery to severe psychiatric conditions, and those experiences continue to shape how I hold space today.
What sets me apart is my intuitive, integrative approach. I’m not just guiding a class or session—I’m tuning into the energy in the room, paying attention to what’s unspoken, and offering practices that feel both grounding and expansive. I also emphasize nervous system regulation, which I think is the foundation for real transformation.
Whether I’m working with private clients, leading group sessions, or collaborating with wellness brands, my goal is always to help people feel seen, supported, and more connected to themselves.
Networking and finding a mentor can have such a positive impact on one’s life and career. Any advice?
My advice to anyone seeking a mentor is to stay open and curious- you don’t always have to agree with everything that everyone says in order to gain something. Don’t let your ego get in the way and always remain a student first, Never stop learning and don’t be afraid of change.
I’ve been lucky to cross paths with some incredibly knowledgeable and intuitive teachers—people who didn’t just guide me professionally, but who also supported my personal growth.
One of the most impactful mentors I’ve had was the teacher I did my yoga training with. She taught me so much, but the very first lesson she shared has stayed with me more than anything else: “Many things can be right.” That simple phrase changed the way I approached both teaching and life. It taught me to hold space for nuance, to release rigidity, and to embrace the idea that truth and healing can look different for everyone.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.healwithsavanah.com
- Instagram: healwithsavanah
