MEET THE CRONE
NANCY DARDEN
After 45 fulfilling years in the healthcare field, I’ve retired to more fully embrace my path as a healer. I am a Reiki practitioner for both people and animals, a light worker, and an ancestral Celtic witch. My moniker is inspired by the sacred feminine archetypes of Maiden, Mother, and Crone—each a powerful stage in a woman's life.
I am located in Northern California in the foothills of the Sierra. I do in person events throughout the year. Check my events page for where I will be next. I would love to meet you!
With roots tracing back to Scotland, I honor my lineage by following Celtic traditions and paying tribute to the witches who came before me—especially those persecuted during the Scottish witch hunts of the 16th to 18th centuries. I walk this path not only to heal but to remember and reclaim.
As an animist, I believe that universal energy flows through all things. Energy cannot be destroyed, but it can be moved, transformed, and channeled for healing. Crystals, with their unique vibrations, are an essential part of my Reiki practice. They’re not only beautiful—they're powerful tools for clearing chakras and restoring balance. Yes, I’m an unapologetic crystal girlie.
I do not offer love spells or hexes—my practice centers around healing and empowerment—but I respect that every witch walks their own path.
Ruled by both water and earth signs, I find deep peace and spiritual clarity in the forest and near water, especially the ocean. When I’m not creating metaphysical items for fairs and markets, you’ll find me showing my Quarter Horse, wine tasting with friends, or negotiating with my mischievous cat familiars who love testing the limits of my altar’s stability.
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