Welcome to Nurtured Soul Studios
Our Mission:
Our mission is to create a trauma-informed, integrated sanctuary for holistic healing, where individuals are guided to nurture their bodies and spirits through the practices of barre, somatic healing, and yoga asanas. We are committed to providing a safe, compassionate space that honors each person’s unique journey, fostering resilience, self-awareness, and personal growth. By blending mindful movement with therapeutic techniques, we empower our community to heal from within, restore balance, and embrace lasting transformation.
Our Vision:
Our vision at Nurtured Soul Studios (The Studios) is to be a global leader in trauma-informed, holistic healing, offering a transformative sanctuary where individuals can reclaim their strength and inner peace. We strive to create a community where the integration of barre, somatic healing, and yoga asanas empowers people to heal, grow, and thrive. Through compassionate, safe, and inclusive practices, we envision a world where holistic approaches to wellness are embraced and personal transformation leads to collective healing and well-being.
Begin Your Journey w/US
At Nurtured Soul Studios, we believe that starting your yoga journey with a strong foundation is key to long-term success and enjoyment. That’s why we suggest every new student (to yoga) begins with our Essentials – Beginner Yoga Series, a three-week program designed to introduce you to the fundamentals of yoga in a supportive and personalized environment.
Held quarterly in 2026. This program offers a unique opportunity to explore yoga postures (asanas), proper alignment, breathwork, and the philosophy behind the practice. Think of this as your chance to “try us before you buy us.” Throughout almost 8 interactive sessions (yes, our lead instructor Rachel loves to dive deep!), you will receive 75-90 minutes of hands-on, tailored instruction each week to ensure you feel confident and comfortable as you move forward.
After completing the Essentials – Beginner Yoga series, you will be ready to transition into group classes with ease and grace, understanding how your body moves and how our classes are guided. You can transition into class packs, memberships, or try our intro offer: 4 classes within 2 weeks while you get a feel for us. Take the first step toward building a lifelong yoga practice in a space designed to nurture your Mind.Body.Soul™.
Welcome to the start of something transformative!
What Makes Us Different?
At Nurtured Soul Studios, we understand that every journey is unique, and we are committed to meeting you exactly where you are, physically, emotionally, and spiritually. Our studio is more than just a place to practice yoga, it’s a sanctuary designed to support healing, growth, and transformation in a way that feels safe, supportive, and deeply inclusive.
Carefully Curated for You:
Each session in our ESSENTIALS – Beginner Yoga Series is thoughtfully crafted with your needs in mind. Whether you’re stepping onto the mat for the first time, rediscovering yoga after a break, or have years of experience, our trauma-informed teachers take the time to personalize your practice. We emphasize safety and alignment, offering modifications and support to ensure every pose and movement feels accessible and empowering.
A Safe Space to Explore:
As a trauma-informed studio that focuses on healing, we honor the importance of creating a safe and welcoming environment for everyone. We understand that coming to a new space or trying something unfamiliar can feel vulnerable, so we work to foster a culture of compassion, understanding, and care. Our instructors hold space for all students to move at their own pace, respecting personal boundaries and providing guidance that prioritizes your well-being.
Mind.Body.Soul™ Signature Programming:
At the heart of our studio is our Mind.Body.Soul™ approach, a unique and integrative program designed to cultivate balance, resilience, and transformation. This signature programming blends mindful movement, somatic healing, yoga therapy, and therapeutic techniques to guide you toward wholeness. From the Essentials – Beginner Yoga Series to our ongoing classes, we incorporate this holistic methodology to help you nurture not just your body, and your mind and spirit as well.
Through our signature program, you will experience the power of yoga as a tool for deeper self-awareness, emotional healing, and personal growth. It’s not just about learning poses; it’s about discovering the connection between your physical, emotional, and spiritual self and how to honor that integration in your daily life.
Inclusivity at the Core:
We believe yoga is for everybody and everybody. No matter your age, experience level, or background, you belong here. Our studio is designed to be inclusive, honoring diversity and creating space for each person’s unique journey.
When you choose Nurtured Soul Studios, you are stepping into a community devoted to healing, connection, and personal empowerment. Guided by our Mind.Body.Soul™ Signature Programming and the thoughtful support of our teachers, you will create a foundation for lifelong well-being, resilience, and joy.
Welcome to a place where you are seen, heard, and truly supported. Welcome to Nurtured Soul Studios, where your journey to healing begins.
An Integrated Approach to Healing:
At Nurtured Soul Studios, yoga is more than physical postures; it’s a holistic practice that integrates body, mind, and spirit. With Mind.Body.Soul™ method, we weave mindfulness, breathwork, and somatic healing into every session, empowering you to connect deeply with yourself in a way that feels authentic and transformative. Our classes are a judgment-free zone where you can release, restore, and grow, knowing you are supported every step of the way.
Meet Rachel, Our Founder and Lead Instructor
Rachel Lee’s life has been fueled by an unapologetic passion for movement, wellness, and healing. She laced up her first pair of dance shoes at age three and didn’t stop moving until sports stole her heart at sixteen. From there, she went on to shine as a two-sport collegiate athlete in volleyball and softball, undergrad in Sports Medicine/Kinesiology, before tacking on a Master’s in Project Management because why stop at one skill set when you can have them all?
Life threw her a few plot twists that landed her in the IT world for almost 25 years, and she never stopped studying the body, the mind, and the art of transformation. Along the way, she stacked up credentials: certified nutritionist, personal trainer, spin instructor, barre’ instructor, e-RYT800 yoga teacher, certified somatic energy practitioner, and Reiki Practitioner (she’ll pass on the “master” label, thanks). She is currently chasing her second master’s in Yoga Therapy and Ayurvedic Medicine, because learning is her love language.
A trauma-informed yoga therapist and founder of The Mind.Body.Soul™ Method, Rachel owns Nurtured Soul Studios, a mental health healing sanctuary where yoga, barre, somatics, and soul work collide. She is the creative force behind Shake Your Chakras™ and Poses for the Performer, programs that blend decades of movement expertise with deep, evidence-informed healing. As a published author and corporate speaker on mental health and wellness, Rachel’s work bridges science, spirit, and story.
Proudly rooted in McHenry County, Illinois, Rachel shares her home with her sidekick, a yellow lab named City, and pours her energy into her work, the outdoors, and the community she loves.
You can explore more of her work at Rachel Lee, INC.
