Horizon Healing

Dr. Benjamin Mati studied anthropology and environmental science at New York University. He then lived and worked abroad before graduating from Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia. After completing a family medicine residency at Ventura County Medical Center (VCMC) he completed both an acute care fellowship and a point of care ultrasound fellowship. Since then, he has been working in the emergency department, intensive care unit, and at critical access hospitals while also teaching procedural medicine and point of care ultrasound across the country. Ben completed Ketamine Assisted Therapy training at The Ketamine Training Center and earned a certificate in Psychedelic Assisted Therapy from Naropa University. He has also completed the MDMA Assisted Therapy educational training from the Multidisciplinary Association of Psychedelic Studies (MAPS).

Colleen is a licensed marriage and family therapist whose practice focuses on trauma, assault, addiction and recovery, eating disorders,intimate partner violence, and child abuse. Colleen has been practicing Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) for several years with an emphasis on treating depression, anxiety, PTSD, and trauma resolution. Colleen trained at the Ketamine Training Center in San Rafael, California with Phil Wolfson and his team. She also studied under the direction of Jeffrey Becker, MD and is an active member of Ketamine Providers Association and American Society of Ketamine Physicians, Practitioners, and Psychotherapists.

Brenda brings over 3 decades of multidisciplinary professional experience and passion for promoting true healing to her role as clinic director at Horizon Healing. She is also part of the clinical and integrative team which gives her on-going opportunities to use her background in psychology, her personal experiences with multiple consciousness-expanding modalities, and her years of professional work as a massage therapist, chiropractor, RN and practice manager. Having had deep interests in spirituality and holistic approaches to health from a young age, Brenda chose to get her bachelor’s degree in psychology with an emphasis in consciousness and transpersonal growth. She went on to become a Doctor of Chiropractic and massage therapist, and worked in integrative, multidisciplinary practices for over 20 years. She also has a master's level nursing degree in case management and has worked in acute care hospitals, neurotrauma centers, and primary care practices. She has held leadership

Jiling Lin is a Licensed Acupuncturist (L.Ac), herbalist, and artist who cultivates thriving health through nature, art, movement, and ritual. Jiling’s integrative medical practice in Ventura, CA nourishes wellness for all people, specializing in sports acupuncture, women’s health, and chronic illness. Her gentle yet powerful acupuncture and herbal treatments center accessible lifestyle medicine solutions for creating profound transformation over time. Jiling is faculty for the Esalen Institute, Balanced Rock Foundation’s Yoga Teacher Training, and Artemisia Academy’s Herbal Apprenticeship Program. She writes for Mountain Rose Herbs and various publications, runs “Tea Talks with Jiling” on the Herbal Radio podcast, and teaches classes ranging from seasonal wellness to multi-day backpacking adventures. Jiling broke both wrists in a major mountaineering accident in 2006. Acupuncture, yoga, and herbs helped restore her mobility, stability, flexibility and strength.

Jennifer has been supporting and leading wellness brands for over 7 years. She loves growing brands that are shifting the world in the right direction. She leads experience for Horizon Healing Trainings and will likely pop into your inbox at some point along your journey with us. Jennifer is an artist, adventure seeker, designer, and branding specialist committed to reconnecting ourselves to our inner knowing. She hopes that our work together empowers you to truly thrive. Between creative pursuits, and doing work she loves, you'll find her swimming in the ocean, dancing, painting, chasing sunsets, and playing with her dog Lucille.