Vetiver Vibes with Essentria
Vetiver Vibes is a podcast created to open the conversation around becoming a certified aromatherapist, creating a successful health business and your go to place for general tips and tricks in aromatherapy. Join us weekly where we teach people to be empowered in Aromatherapy and bring you the Essential Oil Scoop!
Episodes
In this episode, Nikki goes through an actionable exercise to help break through limiting beliefs. Letting go of old beliefs, setting new goals, and moving forward.
Nikki originally participated in a similar exercise in a live presentation in a program by James Wedmore.
If you can write out your answers by hand, this would be ideal. Handwriting can help to connect more with thoughts and deep emotions. If handwriting is...
In this episode of the Vetiver Vibes podcast, host Nikki Fraser welcomes Elisabeth van der Wilt, a Certified Holistic Women's Health Coach and doula based in Englefield, Saskatchewan. Elisabeth specializes in supporting women over 30 during their reproductive years, offering a comprehensive range of services through her Fruitful Womb Doula Service, which includes support for fertility, pregnancy, breastfeeding, p...
In this episode of the Vetiver Vibes podcast, hosts Nikki Fraser is thrilled to welcome Jennifer Pressamone, the Vice President of the National Association for Holistic Aromatherapy (NAHA).
We dive deep into the rich history of NAHA, which was established in 1990 by a group of passionate individuals who sought to create a supportive community for those interested in holistic aromatherapy.
Jennifer shares how the organ...
In this episode of the Vetiver Vibes podcast, host Nikki Fraser welcomes back Robin Kessler, a Certified Clinical Aromatherapist from central New Jersey. Robin, known as the "Queen of Frankincense," previously joined us for episode 16, where we explored the various types and benefits of frankincense. Today, we delve into the profound impact of aromatherapy in hospice care.
Robin shares her journey into the wo...
In this episode of the Vetiver Vibes podcast, we are thrilled to welcome Kimberly Franze, a recent graduate from Essentria and the founder of Healing Wellness Path. Nikki is excited to spotlight Kimberly's journey into the world of aromatherapy and wellness coaching.
We kick off the episode by discussing Kimberly's favourite essential oil, Juniper Berry, and her deep-rooted passion for plants and nature that ...
In this episode of the Vetiver Vibes podcast, host Nikki Fraser welcome Elefteria Mantzorou, a seasoned expert in medicinal plants, essential oils, and traditional bodywork. With a rich background in aromatherapy since 2002, Elefteria shares her passion for the chemistry of essential oils and their therapeutic applications.
We kick off the episode by discussing Elefteria's favorite essential oil, lemongrass, which...
In this episode of the Vetiver Vibes podcast, hosts Nikki Fraser welcome Silvia Araya, a clinical trauma professional and Boch Flower Therapist from Costa Rica with over 15 years of experience specializing in panic attacks and anxiety. Silvia combines various modalities, including internal family systems, inner child healing, trauma-informed yoga, Bach flower therapy, and family constellations, to support clients worl...
In this episode of the Vetiver Vibes podcast, hosts Nikki Fraser welcome Michelle Faulds, the founder of Healing Haven, to discuss the incredible benefits of castor oil and its various applications in holistic health. Michelle shares her personal journey with castor oil, which began as a remedy for her endometriosis pain and evolved into a passion for helping others through Healing Haven.
Michelle opens up about her s...
In this special 100th episode of the Vetiver Vibes podcast, co-hosts Nikki Fraser and Rachael Dean celebrate a significant milestone: six years of their journey in the world of aromatherapy and the release of their 100th episode of Vetiver Vibes. As certified clinical aromatherapists, we reflect on our growth, the challenges we've faced, and the evolution of our podcast over the years.
We kick off the episode by a...
In this episode of the Vetiver Vibes podcast, Rachael and Nikki dive into the fascinating world of geranium essential oil, which happens to be Nikki’s second favourite oil.
Nikki shares her personal journey of how she transitioned from disliking geranium to craving it during her last pregnancy. Rachael, on the other hand, remains skeptical about geranium, humorously challenged to use it this week.
As we explore the ben...
In this episode of the Vetiver Vibes podcast, Rachael and Nikki dive into the fascinating world of coriander essential oil, known botanically as coriandrum sativum.
We share our personal experiences with essential oils over the past week, including Nikki’s commitment to using patchouli in her bath blend and Rachael's uplifting citrus inhaler to combat the winter blues. As we transition into spring, we reflect on ...
Welcome to this week's episode of Vetiver Vibes! Join hosts Nikki Fraser and Rachael Jean as they dive into the vibrant world of lime essential oil.
In this episode, they discuss:
- - The uplifting properties of lime and its benefits for emotional well-being.
- - How lime can aid in digestion and support the immune system.
- - The importance of using lime safely due to its photosensitivity.
- - Fun historical facts a...
In this episode of the Vetiver Vibes podcast, Rachael Dean and Nikki Fraser, dive into the wonderful world of neroli essential oil, which happens to be Rachael's favourite essential oil.
We explore the botanical name of neroli, Citrus aurantium var amata, and its origins from the blossoms of the bitter orange plant. We discuss its beautiful scent, the labour-intensive process of harvesting the delicate flowers, a...
In this episode of the Vetiver Vibes podcast, Rachael Dean and Nikki Fraser, dive deep into one of our favourite essential oils: Vetiver. As Certified Clinical Aromatherapists, we share our personal experiences with Vetiver and discuss its unique properties, including its calming and grounding effects.
We explore the botanical background of Vetiver, scientifically known as Vetiveria zizanoides, and highlight its comple...
In this episode of the Vetiver Vibes podcast, hosts Nikki Fraser and Rachael Dean, both Certified Clinical Aromatherapists, dive into the fascinating world of essential oils, focusing specifically on eucalyptus. We kick off the episode by discussing the various species of eucalyptus, including eucalyptus radiata, eucalyptus globulus, and eucalyptus dives, highlighting the importance of knowing the botanical names of e...
In this episode of the Vetiver Vibes podcast, we dive into part three of our series on safety dilution, focusing specifically on dermal dilution and its importance based on where you apply essential oils on your body.
As Certified Clinical Aromatherapists, Rachael Dean and Nikki Fraser, are thrilled to share our insights and expertise to help you use essential oils safely and effectively.
We begin by discussing th...
In this episode of the Vetiver Vibes podcast, hosts Nikki Fraser and Rachael Dean continue their safety dilution series, focusing specifically on dermal dilution by age. As Certified Clinical Aromatherapists, we understand the importance of using essential oils safely, especially when it comes to children and the elderly.
We begin by discussing the varying dilution ratios needed for different age groups, emphasizing th...
In this episode of Vetiver Vibes, hosts Nikki Fraser and Rachael Dean, certified clinical aromatherapists, kick off a three-part series focused on essential oil safety.
Join us as we dive into the importance of diluting essential oils properly to ensure safe usage. We discuss our free dilution charts available for download at schoolofessentia.com/free and provide practical tips on how to create your own blends safely.
I...
In this episode of Vetiver Vibes Nikki and Rachael draw from six years of experience running their aromatherapy school, Essentria Aromatherapy School, to share must-know tips for selecting the right program. Whether you're a beginner or advancing your studies, they break down key factors to consider in your journey.
- First Impressions Matter:
- Assess how responsive a school is during initial contact.
- Look for ...
In this episode of Vetiver Vibes, hosts Nikki Fraser and Rachael Dean kick off 2025 with a joyful reflection on their five and a half years of Essentria and Vetiver Vibes. They share their enthusiasm for the new year by discussing exciting goals:
- Launching a new course for a Level 2 certification later in 2025, perfect for those with prior Anatomy and Physiology education.
- Introducing new quarterly mini-courses to ...
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