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Jodi Kelsey, MS, Aromatherapy | MS, Herbal Medicine

Colorado - Email Jodi

Jodi Kelsey is an aromatherapist, herbalist, and botanical skincare formulator with a deep commitment to natural wellness and plant-based healing. After retiring from the Air Force, Jodi was introduced to essential oils after relocating to Colorado in 2013. Motivated by a desire to reduce her family's exposure to toxic chemicals, she began by creating simple formulations and essential oil blends—marking the start of a transformative journey into the world of plant medicine.

Jodi began formulating skincare products in 2014, initially focusing on essential oils and lipid oils to address personal skin concerns. As her passion grew, she soon began exploring the therapeutic potential of herbs and hydrosols, gradually incorporating them into her formulations. In 2017, she launched a small business, 3Js Pure Botanicals, centered on handcrafted, plant-based products. Eager to expand her knowledge, she enrolled at the American College of Healthcare Sciences (ACHS), earning a Master of Science in Aromatherapy in 2019 and, later, a Master of Science in Herbal Medicine in 2025.

Jodi has also completed specialized training with the Aromatic Wisdom Institute (hydrosols), the School for Aromatic Studies (essential oils and botanical formulation), and the Herbal Academy (herbalism). She has studied herbal oil infusion with Kami McBride and explored the chemistry and applications of lipid oils with Susan Parker. Jodi brings a rich, interdisciplinary approach to her work that reflects a lifelong commitment to learning and to honoring the profound healing power of plants.

Today, Jodi is passionate about educating others on the therapeutic benefits of botanicals and raising awareness of the potential dangers of synthetic chemicals found in everyday products. She specializes in botanical skincare, blending science, tradition, and artistry in every formulation.



Wanda Parks, IM-D, PhD, MA, BSN RN CMSRN, CHC

Arizona - Email Wanda

Dr. Wanda Parks is an Integrative & Holistic Health Practitioner, IM-D, PhD, MA, BSN RN CMSRN, CHC who has served in two branches of the military as a Registered Nurse. Wanda is also a certified Aromatherapist, a two-time published author of ‘The Wellness Lifestyle and the 30-Day Living your Created Life; Reflective Food Journal and #1 Best Seller Co-Author of You Were Made to be Unstoppable.

Wanda began her journey to better her own health and it all began with Essential oils. This led to her learning more and becoming a certified aromatherapist and using this modality with all her clients. She is a lifelong learner of all thingsholistic. She has been a member of AIA since 2016 and the AZ state Rep.

Wanda helps women over 40 with metabolic and autoimmune conditions better their health at the cellular level, reducing toxins, inflammation, and pain.

Wanda loves traveling and spending time with her 8 grandchildren. She has fused her two loves and began offering wellness getaways [e.g. cruises and land]; where she blends both of her passions wellness and travel.



Jona Valdez - CA

Utah - Email Jona

Jona graduated in England as a Beauty Therapist (Massage Therapist/Aesthetician) in 1993 and worked in England and Iceland for 10 years. She moved to the States and stayed home with her kids. A few years later she decided to start studying again, and that's when she discovered her love for essential oils.Jona has been homeschooling her 5 children (two who graduated) for the past 10 years as well as taking care of her family through natural means for about 15 years.

After taking a lot of small courses in herbalism and essential oil usage she decided to get certified as an aromatherapist. She also decided to do the LabCannamist course and now loves using the oils with the plant. Jona loves learning all the latest research, and learning about all the different strains, and about the terpenes, and of course making all sorts of products with it. She mostly works one-on-one, and loves that she can be one cog in this wheel we call our health journey.


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Founded in 2006, the Alliance of International Aromatherapists (AIA), a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, is the professional organization representing aromatherapists.

AIA aims to increase awareness of and expand access to aromatherapists, help its members build successful practices, expand the body of aromatherapy research, and serve as a resource for members, the media and the public.

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