Leah (Ginger) Johnson
About me
I am passionate about nurturing and supporting families through the transformative experiences of birth and postpartum periods. I have practiced body work and energy healing for over 20 years additionally for the last 2 years i have been practicing NLP and Doula work. I have worked with children and families for over 25 years in homes and school settings from zero to 18. I have experience in assisting natural labor Inductions, assisting in reducing anxiety, fears around birth, and preparing for birth with NLP and meditation practices. As a spiritually mindful doula, I blend my background as a massage therapist, Laughter yoga & yoga instructor, meditation teacher, and certified Master NLP practitioner, into a holistic, compassionate approach to birth, energy and intuitive work. With a bachelor’s degree in Speech Pathology and fluency in American Sign Language, I connect with diverse families, offering inclusive and empathetic care. My work is grounded in humor, active listening, and deep respect for each unique journey. I specialize in prenatal and postnatal massage, creating space for relaxation, healing, and connection. My NLP Skills help parents release old fears, limiting beliefs around their pregnancy, parenting, and birthing journey. Fostering a new way of being through empowerment and calm inner-presence. My goal is to provide physical, spiritual, emotional, and energetic support so families feel confident, cared for, and prepared for the beautiful path ahead.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Speech Pathology (2011)
Masters in Chinese Energy Medicine, Medical Qigong (2002)
Masters in Transformational NLP (2025)
Certification and training
Massage Therapy (2018)
Birth and Postpartum Doula with PCMC (2024)
200 Hour yoga Teacher (2024)
Mayan Belly Massage (2024)
Prenatal Massage (2018)
Memberships and affiliations
Associated Body work & Massage Therapist
Birth Network of Monterey County
Parenting Connections of Monterey County
Credentials
Specialties
Languages
English, American Sign Language
Accepted insurance
Service introduction
Services I offer, Prenatal, Labor, and Postpartum support Birth Preparation with Transformational Coaching Birth Plan preparation Postpartum preparation 24/7 on call services starting at 37 or 38 weeks Unlimited phone, text, email, support Virtual and in person Support Prenatal at home Massage *** Postpartum recovery Massage *** Energetic and Massage Therapy*** Postpartum Energetic Infant Masssage *** Doula support with birth plans, doctor visits, evidence based support. Energetic/Spiritual Intuitive support (ceremony, prayers, alters of significance for you and family)*** Transformational NLP (reframing your fears into clarity, wisdom and joy providing new opportunities) Closing the bones *** Belly Binding or Faja usage to support your baby and uterus Meditation class and recordings *** Hypnobirth recording ***(OUT OF POCKET MOST INSURANCE DO NOT PAY FOR THIS) Postpartum Care -In house support -Baby changing -Day time baby care -Baby feeding -Latching support -Belly Massage supporting internal organ recovery *** -Postpartum body education -Scare Tissue Massage for C-sections For more information, check out my website https://www.sacredwombsupport.com/
Ratings and reviews
Finding Ginger less than a month before my due date felt like pure fate—she literally approached us as we were walking out the door at a Meet the Doulas event, and we felt instantly warm, comfortable, and at ease with her. My labor didn't exactly go on schedule (he arrived almost two weeks late and required an induction!), but Ginger was our absolute anchor through every single moment of it. She is such a nurturing, loving, and caring maternal soul—so much so that we affectionately call her "Aunt Ginger." Leading up to and during the induction, she gave us incredible guidance, helping us try to get things moving naturally with advice on pressure points and keeping us grounded. Throughout the hospital stay, whenever the medical staff left the room, Ginger would quietly review everything with us, help us process what the doctors had said, and make sure we remembered the questions we wanted to ask. When the medical team brought up using a vacuum during delivery, Ginger gently encouraged us to pause, push back, and ask for time to discuss our options. Having her there to prep, advocate, and vouch for us meant everything—we ended up having a completely intervention-free birth and welcomed a perfectly healthy, beautiful 10-pound baby. Ginger was truly an angel during one of the most intense experiences of my life, and she is someone we will remember and cherish forever. If you are looking for a doula who will treat you like family, protect your birth experience, and pour her whole heart into supporting you, hire Ginger immediately!
- Katie K.
We were on the fence about hiring a birth doula but once we spoke with Ginger, we never looked back. We were drawn to her knowledge, positive energy (which is so appreciated in the birth room), genuine passion for her work, and loving care for her clients. She was a great advocate for us in the hospital, striking the right balance of when to step in and when to take a back seat, and always operating with respect. Post partum, Ginger continues to check in on us and has helped us greatly to transition into a family.
- Chrissie C.
“Ginger” Leah Johnson was a very spiritual doula and helped us set meaningful intentions in an alter we set up in the delivery room. It really helped bringing baby into this world with love.
- Marcos S.
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