Susan Tate
Author, Teacher, Wellness Visionary
Hello there!
I'm Susan Tate, and I'm thrilled to welcome you to my world of wellness and inspiration. For over five decades, I've dedicated my life to being a health educator, and today, I'm here to support and inspire you on your unique wellness journey.
As the author of four health-related books (eight if you count the follow-up editions!), I share insights and guidance on various topics as you will see in these titles; Wellness Wisdom: 31 Ways to Nourish Your Mind, Body, & Spirit; AIDS and HIV Education: Effective Teaching Strategies; Working Together to Prevent Sexual Assault; and Into the Mouths of Babes: A Whole Foods Nutrition Guide to Feeding Your Infants and Toddlers. My earlier books were written under my former name, Susan Tate Firkaly.
As a heart-centered life coach, I believe in honoring your body's innate wisdom and intuition, guiding you to remember your true self. If you feel the call, let's connect. I'm here to listen, and together, we can co-create the next steps of your journey of remembering who you really are—a being of love.
I was the Director of Health Promotion and assistant professor in the School of Medicine at the University of Virginia for many years. My teaching career has been marked by empowerment, respect, love, and compassion. I've always seen education as a two-way street, where my students and I learn from each other. It's this approach that has shaped my philosophy, and I'm proud to have proposed and taught the first "Sexuality Today" class during my tenure at UVA.
In 1997, I discovered Nia, the holistic practice that combines dance arts, martial arts, healing arts, and mindfulness. As a black belt Nia master teacher, Nia Moving to Heal master teacher, and certified Nia 5 Stages of Self-Healing instructor, I've shared the joy of movement and healing in countless classes and workshops across the U.S. and internationally. It's truly a gift to bring Nia Moving to Heal to the Emily Couric Clinical Cancer Center at the University of Virginia.
Seattle became my home in 2000, where I founded Washington Wellness Associates. In 2013, I embraced my own name, launching susantate.org to amplify my wellness work.
I was ordained in 2004 through the inter-denominational Universal Life Church. As a wedding officiant I have the honor of celebrating love. This deep energy of love during ceremonies continually reminds me of the profound connections we share.
In 2016, I followed my soul's calling back to Charlottesville, Virginia. Guided by whispers from the Divine, I found myself back at the University of Virginia, this time in my Nia dance clothing.
Today, as Susan Tate, I offer a diverse range of wellness services – from teaching and writing to life coaching, officiating weddings, and speaking. My mission is to nourish your mind, body, and spirit, helping you discover the love within yourself.
It's a true blessing to do the work I love. If you're seeking support on your wellness journey, reach out. I'm here to walk (or dance!) alongside you.
With love and light,
Susan Tate
Photo of Susan by Alyce Johnson Photography