Meet Dr. Orisha Bowers | Founder and Executive Director

We had the good fortune of connecting with Dr. Orisha Bowers and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Dr. Orisha, how has your work-life balance changed over time?
In the past, I used to think of work-life balance in terms of evenly dividing the hours of the day. However, I have learned that there are many nuances that impact striking this balance. Some things are within my control, and some things are outside of my control. I can consider those priorities according to the project itself, what’s happening in my life, and how I am feeling about the two.

Alright, so let’s move onto what keeps you busy professionally?
I am the founder and Executive Director of Orixa Healing Arts Wellness and Spiritual Centre.

What We Do

Orixa Healing Arts Wellness and Spiritual Centre is a healing and wellness practice that provides education and creative Interdisciplinary tools to businesses, nonprofit organizations, faith institutions, and individuals.

Orixa creates safe and healthy spaces that promote healing through integrative medicine and the expressive arts. Our techniques are proven to increase wellness indicators for persons experiencing various forms of chronic illness, traumatic experiences, stress management issues, and burnout. As a form of alternative medicine, healing is encouraged through the use of integrative medicine and the expressive arts and creative movement.

At Orixa, healing is accessible to all.

​Why We Exist

Healthy living is about understanding what one needs personally and what is good for attaining it. Our programs are scientifically-proven, community-based interventions consisting of a tailored combination of principles derived from integrative medicine, complementary alternative medicine, dance, expressive arts, the Stages of Change model , harm reduction principles, and the reproductive justice framework.

What Makes Us Unique

The Orixa practice is unique in our community; it combines creativity with human rights and social justice to help people heal and grow. Unlike other groups that use dance just for fun, Orixa lets people use their own cultural movements in a safe space to heal at their own pace. This personal approach means more to them than simply learning steps from an instructor.

What The Practice Can Do
We use movement and creativity to connect the mind, body, and soul, helping people from all walks of life—including those dealing with illnesses, substance use, or aging—to feel better. We offer dance, meditation, writing, and coaching to improve wellness, mental health, and social support. Our activities are designed to help with focus, reduce stress, manage fear, boost self-awareness, motivate, and raise self-confidence. Plus, we can connect participants with other local services they may need.

Schedule a courtesy consultation with Dr. Orisha Bowers to learn more about how we can help you achieve your goals.

Let’s say your best friend was visiting the area and you wanted to show them the best time ever. Where would you take them? Give us a little itinerary – say it was a week long trip, where would you eat, drink, visit, hang out, etc.
Art House Cafe in South Memphis…Great Food and Arts and Culture

Crosstown Concourse.. Excellent Arts and Culture and Food

4 Way Grill in S. Memphis for amazing food

Stax Museum, Slave Haven, Graceland, Civil Rights Museum, Memphis Metal Museum, and Memphis Botanic Garden

Shoutout is all about shouting out others who you feel deserve additional recognition and exposure. Who would you like to shoutout?
I would definitely like to shout out the funders and individuals who support my work in the many ways that they do. I would like to dedicate this shout out to Tiffany aka Buwtye CEO of Buwtyes World Entertainment LLC, Jerissa, owner of Tips by Tootie, Jeremy, Owner of JeyLunar Tees, and Jakiera, owner of The Must Haves by Jae. These are all black owned small business owners who support me and my work.

Website: https://www.orixawellness.com