Meet Johanna Verley & Charles Richards 

Johanna Verley & Charles Richards Johanna Verley and Charles Richards are the co-founders of Darmae Essentials, combining their unique talents and shared passion for holistic healing to create transformative experiences for individuals and groups. Together, they offer a powerful blend of sound healing, energy work, and spiritual guidance, designed to restore balance, promote relaxation, and inspire personal growth. Johanna Verley is a Reiki Master, Certified Sound Practitioner, and Divine Sleep® Yoga Nidra Practitioner with over 30 years of experience in holistic healing. Her journey began by drawing on the ancestral wisdom of her Jamaican grandmothers, incorporating herbalism and natural remedies into her life. Johanna’s intuitive connection to sound and energy work allows her to create deeply restorative spaces for healing, whether through immersive sound baths, Reiki, or guided meditation. Charles Richards is a Sound Practitioner, Reiki Practitioner, Mindset Coach and Ceremonialist whose work is inspired by his spiritual path, passion for helping others, and love of music—particularly the improvisational flow of jazz. After 33 years of service as an NYPD Lieutenant, Charles transitioned to holistic healing, bringing a calming and grounding presence to his practice. His approach integrates the power of sound and vibration, using instruments like gongs, crystal bowls, and Tibetan bowls to guide clients toward inner harmony and renewal. Together, Johanna and Charles combine their expertise, creativity, and compassionate energy to craft immersive healing experiences that soothe the body, calm the mind, and uplift the spirit. Whether facilitating group sound baths, private sessions, or community offerings, they create a safe, nurturing environment for transformation and self-discovery.