Today we’d like to introduce you to Sacheen Devonne.
Alright, so thank you so much for sharing your story and insight with our readers. To kick things off, can you tell us a bit about how you got started?
My journey began with a personal need for healing before it ever became a business.
Like many women, I spent years pouring into everyone else—family, career, community—while quietly ignoring the signals from my own body and nervous system. Eventually, that disconnect caught up with me. I found myself searching not just for relief, but for a deeper sense of alignment and wholeness.
I began studying holistic wellness, yoga, herbalism, and mind-body practices as a way to heal myself. What started as personal exploration quickly became purpose. As I learned to regulate my nervous system, honor my body, and reconnect with my intuition, I realized how many people—especially women—were living in survival mode without even realizing it.
That realization led to the creation of Shekinah Wellness Center in Maple Heights, Ohio. I envisioned it as more than a studio—it’s a sanctuary. A place where people can slow down, breathe, and remember themselves. Today, we offer yoga, nervous system regulation practices, herbal wellness, coaching, and community-centered experiences designed to support physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being.
The path hasn’t been linear. I’ve navigated entrepreneurship while raising a family, working full-time, and walking through significant personal transformation. Each chapter refined my mission and strengthened my conviction that healing doesn’t require perfection—only presence and progress.
Where I am today is the result of choosing alignment over burnout and purpose over pressure. I’m building a business rooted in sacred progress—one that supports not just individual healing, but collective restoration. My work continues to evolve, but the heart of it remains the same: helping people feel safe in their bodies, connected to their lives, and empowered to move forward with intention.
Can you talk to us a bit about the challenges and lessons you’ve learned along the way. Looking back would you say it’s been easy or smooth in retrospect?
It has not been a smooth road—and I don’t believe it’s meant to be.
Balancing personal growth, motherhood, and entrepreneurship has been one of the most stretching and sacred experiences of my life.
As a mother, my children have always been my why. At the same time, my growth required me to confront patterns of self-sacrifice, over-giving, and the belief that rest or ambition somehow made me less present as a parent. There were seasons where I felt pulled in every direction—building a business, holding space for others, showing up for my children, and still trying to find myself in the process.
One of the greatest struggles was learning that growth often looks messy before it looks graceful. I had to navigate guilt—guilt for working, guilt for resting, guilt for changing. I also had to learn how to regulate my own nervous system while teaching my children emotional intelligence in real time. That wasn’t something I mastered overnight; it required humility, patience, and deep inner work.
There were moments of exhaustion, uncertainty, and self-doubt. But there were also moments of profound clarity—when I realized that modeling wholeness, boundaries, and self-trust for my children was just as important as providing for them.
What made the difference was redefining success. Instead of striving for balance as perfection, I chose alignment. I allowed my business, my motherhood, and my personal growth to inform one another rather than compete. That shift changed everything.
Today, I see the journey as layered, not linear. My children are witnessing resilience, reinvention, and what it looks like to choose yourself without abandoning those you love. And that, to me, is one of the most meaningful legacies I can create—both as a mother and as a founder.
Alright, so let’s switch gears a bit and talk business. What should we know?
My professional life sits at the intersection of wellness, leadership, and community impact. As the founder of Shekinah Wellness Center, I’ve built a practice rooted in nervous system regulation, holistic health, and sustainable healing—both for individuals and for the communities they live in.
What began as a small, intimate offering has evolved into a multifaceted wellness center providing yoga, somatic practices, herbal wellness, coaching, and curated community experiences. My focus has always been on accessibility and integration—meeting people where they are and helping them reconnect with their bodies, their breath, and their sense of safety.
One of the defining aspects of my work is that I don’t believe healing exists in silos. Physical health, emotional well-being, mindset, and environment all matter. That philosophy informs how I design programs, train facilitators, and partner with organizations, schools, and faith-based groups across Northeast Ohio.
Professionally, I’ve learned that growth requires both intuition and structure. I’ve had to develop systems, boundaries, and leadership capacity alongside my creative and healing work. Building a business while honoring my own nervous system has shaped how I lead—I prioritize sustainability over burnout and progress over perfection.
Today, my career continues to expand beyond the walls of the center through workshops, collaborations, and educational initiatives. At its core, my work is about helping people feel regulated, empowered, and capable of creating lives—and communities—that feel nourishing rather than overwhelming.
Any advice for finding a mentor or networking in general?
I believe mentorship doesn’t always come from proximity—it often comes from alignment.
While I’ve learned from many living leaders along the way, I often say that Madam C.J. Walker is one of my greatest mentors, even though she is no longer alive. Her ability to build a scalable business while empowering other women to do the same deeply influences how I approach entrepreneurship. Her legacy is the framework behind my vision for licensing agreements—creating opportunities where others can grow alongside the brand rather than simply consume it.
When it comes to networking, what has worked best for me is being intentional about community rather than transactional about connections. Early on, I realized that knocking on every door alone wasn’t sustainable. Joining collaborative networks like MyCom allowed me to build meaningful partnerships without starting from scratch each time. Through these spaces, I’ve been able to connect with schools, community organizations, and leaders who are already aligned with my mission.
I also make it a priority to maintain relationships with local city leadership, including mayors and council members. Staying connected to decision-makers helps me understand community needs, align my services with public priorities, and create pathways for long-term impact rather than one-off opportunities.
My advice to others is to seek mentorship and networks that reflect where you’re going, not just where you are. Study those who built with integrity and vision, surround yourself with collaborators who value shared success, and don’t underestimate the power of local relationships. When you show up consistently, communicate clearly, and lead with purpose, the right doors open—often without you having to knock.
Pricing:
- Nervous System Regulation Experiences: Offered as private sessions, small-group intensives, and large-scale workshops. Pricing ranges from $150–$250 for private sessions, $35–$75 per participant for group classes, and custom pricing for organizations, schools, and community-wide programs.
- Yoga, Stretch & Somatic Classes: Group classes range from $15–$25 per session, with series, memberships, and on-site group programming available for businesses and organizations.
- Herbal Wellness & Protocols: Herbal teas, detox systems, and wellness blends range from $15–$75 per product, with bulk and large-scale herbal orders available for programs, events, and institutional partners.
- Workshops, Retreats & Educational Experiences: Community workshops and immersive experiences typically range from $25–$75 per person, with private group bookings and multi-session series available.
- Licensing, Partnerships & Custom Wellness Programs: Licensing agreements, organizational wellness contracts, and multi-site programming are custom-designed and priced based on scope, audience size, and duration.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://Www.shekinahwellnesscenter.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shekinahwellnesscenter
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ShekinahWellnessCenter
