Welcome to our garden
We are a restorative space dedicated to creating a community of vibrant, embodied humans.Founded and guided by husband-and-wife team Brad and Mariel Golden, Marigolden brings its blend of holistic modalities to life in Vista, California.
Our Story
Marigolden was founded in 2024 with the mission of creating a supportive space where individuals of all backgrounds could have the chance to step into their authentic, vibrant selves. Through a holistic blend of energetic support, physical movement, vocal work, and meditation - we foster a fun, bold, and compassionate experience.Inspired by a concept coined by Jennifer Gonzalez called "The Marigold Effect," we seek to support others as they grow into their brightest, most authentic selves.To quote Gonzalez:
"Many experienced gardeners follow a concept called companion planting: placing certain vegetables and plants near each other to improve growth for one or both plants. For example, rose growers plant garlic near their roses because it repels bugs and prevents fungal diseases. Among companion plants, the marigold is one of the best: It protects a wide variety of plants from pests and harmful weeds. If you plant a marigold beside most any garden vegetable, that vegetable will grow big and strong and healthy, protected and encouraged by its marigold."
We believe
+ Magic can happen every day.+ When we step into our own bodies, we step into our power. Seek embodiment and watch amazing things happen.+ Creativity is central to the human experience. All the world is a stage.+ Art is for everyone. Speak, dance, sing, write, draw, be human.
Mariel Golden
Brad Golden
About Us
Mariel Golden, reiki & energy work practitioner, embodiment instructor
Intuitive wellness is Mariel's passion. Growing up, she was inspired by her paternal grandfather who practiced western medicine (cardiology), and her maternal grandmother's practice of indigenous Chibcha herbalism and trance channeling. Today, Mariel focuses on supporting clients' personal wellness and stress reduction through a gentle blend of Reiki, energy work, sound meditation, and intuitive mindfulness support.- Reiki Level I & II (Mara Clearspring, 2024)
- Boulder Psychic Institute (Intuitive energy and mindfulness coursework, 2024 - 2026)
- University of California Los Angeles (UCLA) (BA, 2007)
- University of San Diego (MBA, 2013)
Book a Reiki and energy work session with Mariel.Brad Golden, embodiment instructor
Helping students step into the best version of themselves is where Brad finds his greatest joy and sense of purpose. At Marigolden you can find him teaching embodiment.- 2018's "Best Drama Teacher," Broadway San Diego.
- University of California Los Angeles (UCLA) (BA, 2002)
- New York University (NYU)(Masters in Drama Education, 2020)
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Disclaimer: Services offered by Marigolden include Reiki, energy work, sound meditation, crystals, aromatherapy, flower essence therapy, intuitive movement, and intuitive wellness support. Marigolden and its practitioners are not licensed by the state as healing arts practitioners, and these alternative services are not licensed by the State of California.