About Lisa
Lisa Vratny-Smith, MSW, ERYT® 200, RYT® 500, RCYT®, YACEP®, CP, Reiki Master Teacher, Sound Healing Practitioner
Owner, coach, teacher, healer, and provider of love and laughter.
Lisa has been practicing yoga, mindfulness, and meditation since 1994 and teaching since 2002. She is trained in Classical Hatha Yoga, Prenatal Yoga, Radiant Child Yoga, and Young Yokes Kids Yoga. In May 2022 Lisa completed an additional 300 Hour YTT program, which includes certifications in Yoga Nidra, Yin Yoga, Restorative Yoga, Trauma Informed Yoga, and Adaptive Yoga, qualifying her as an RYT® 500. She is also a Trained Teacher of Mindful Self-Compassion through the Center for Mindful Self-Compassion.
Lisa began her journey in energy healing in 2001 as a Certified Practitioner of High Touch® Jin Shin and completed her Reiki Master Teacher training in 2021. She also completed her Sound Healing Certification in 2023 adding the vibrational tools of sound healing to her energy healing repertoire.
Additionally, Lisa holds a Master of Social Work from the University of Denver and worked as a School Social Worker from 1994 to 2024 in Aurora Public Schools. During her final years in the district Lisa served as a Sustainable Wellness Coach for the school district combining her social work, yoga, and meditation training to support staff and students with their overall wellbeing through mindfulness based wellness programs.
In addition to creating and leading numerous professional development courses for the school district, Lisa has presented at state and national conferences including the 2023 National School Social Work Conference (SSWAA), 2022 Annual Conference on Advancing School Mental Health-Virtual, the 2022 Colorado Society of School Psychologists (CSSP) Fall Conference, 2021 Public Education and Business Coalition Virtual Conference, 2021 Colorado School Social Work Association Conference, and the 2013 & 2015 Rocky Mountain Early Childhood Conference (RMECC).
Lisa also had the pleasure of being part of INNOVATION Insights inaugural podcast series. Watch the podcast to learn more about Lisa’s background and vision - Episode 5: Innovations in Wellness with Lisa Vratny-Smith.
What People Are Saying
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The very first time I took Lisa’s class I was overcome with a sense of peace that I had finally found what was missing from my life. That was five years ago and after every class since then I’ve been lucky enough to step off my mat feeling more human and more grounded than when we started.
Lisa shares her joy, laughter and love for yoga with all her students and matches that day’s practice to give each yogi something they need. Her inclusive nature makes every class a fun adventure no matter your level or experience. If you find yourself wanting, whether it is tension in your neck or a little soul soothing, you will find what you need in Lisa’s class.
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— Sara W.
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Lisa and her yoga practice are a key part of my physical and emotional well-being. I started her class after a friend wanted me to take it with her. She didn't stick with it but 10 years later, I cannot imagine not receiving the guidance and clarity Lisa brings not only to my yoga practice but to lessons that stick with me all week long.
Lisa truly cares about her students, sharing with us not just poses and stretches to help our bodies, but tidbits of wisdom she has learned as she deepens her practice.
I also love the joy and laughter she brings to each yoga class! Even when she says something like "If you're up for the challenge" pushing all of us to be just a bit more flexible in body and spirit.
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— Raetta H.
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I recently experienced a sound healing session by Lisa that was truly transformative. Her gentle touch and soothing presence created a profound sense of relaxation and inner peace. Throughout the session, I felt a warm, tingling sensation as stagnant energy was released, leaving me feeling lighter and more balanced. In the days following the session, I noticed what felt like a complete reorganization of my mind, body and soul. I experienced such a significant improvement in my overall well-being, with increased clarity of mind and a greater sense of vitality that I finally felt safe and bold enough to move forward in the many areas of my life where I felt stuck. I highly recommend Lisa and Finding The Balance Within to anyone seeking holistic healing and inner harmony.
— Kim R.
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Lisa convinced me to give yoga another try about 12 years ago. Although I had tried yoga on two prior occasions, I didn’t enjoy it - the instructors were judgmental and pushed “their” versions of various poses, which did not work for my body. Lisa was and still is an empathetic, kind and energetic instructor who encourages her students to accept themselves as they are in any given moment. She has such a positive energy that one can’t help but feel better after spending time around her and her infectious laugh! Classes are grounding and provide a great overall body stretch. Thanks to Lisa, I’m an avid yoga practitioner, still benefiting in many ways 12 years later!
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— Chris G.
“We start where we are and we get where we’re going. We are all on our own journey.”
~Lisa Vratny-Smith, Finding the Balance Within, LLC
