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Founder & CEO | Integrative Wellness Practitioner | Educator | Advocate
The Science of Wellness. The Soul of Healing.
Dr. Deilen Michelle Villegas is an integrative health and wellness practitioner, behavioral health professional, trauma recovery specialist, public health advocate, educator, and author with over 19 years of experience spanning Internal Medicine, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Pediatrics, Oncology, Behavioral Health, and community-based healthcare.
As the Founder and CEO of Rhythm & Blues Wellness, Dr. Villegas brings together the science of human health and behavior with the deeply personal experience of healing. Her approach integrates lifestyle medicine, trauma-informed care, somatic and neurosomatic practices, behavioral wellness, and complementary health modalities to support individuals in developing healthier relationships with their bodies, minds, and everyday lives.
Grounded in the philosophy that healing is not linear, but deeply individual and rhythmic, Dr. Villegas recognizes that physical health, emotional well-being, nervous system regulation, lifestyle behaviors, and lived experiences are interconnected. Her work emphasizes understanding the underlying factors that influence health, strengthening resilience, supporting sustainable behavioral change, and empowering individuals to become active participants in their own wellness journeys.
As a public health specialist and health equity advocate, Dr. Villegas is committed to addressing the social, environmental, and systemic conditions that influence individual and community well-being. Her work brings critical awareness to the disproportionate impact of chronic illness, psychological distress, adverse childhood experiences, and human trafficking among underserved and historically marginalized populations. Through education, prevention, advocacy, and culturally responsive intervention, she works to advance more equitable, accessible, and person-centered approaches to healthcare and wellness.
Dr. Villegas is a Diplomate of the American Academy of Experts in Traumatic Stress, with specialized training in trauma recovery, traumatic stress, and the identification and response to human trafficking. Her work emphasizes recognizing the physiological, psychological, behavioral, and relational effects of trauma while promoting approaches that prioritize safety, dignity, autonomy, and informed decision-making.
Beyond her individual wellness practice, Dr. Villegas collaborates with healthcare organizations, community agencies, educational institutions, and multidisciplinary professionals to strengthen trauma-informed practices and advance whole-person approaches to care. Her consulting and educational work explores the impact of developmental trauma, chronic stress, and adverse life experiences on individual functioning, family dynamics, and long-term health outcomes, with particular emphasis on the relationship between psychological experiences, physiological responses, and somatic regulation.
Through Rhythm & Blues Wellness, Dr. Villegas continues to bridge the gap between conventional healthcare, behavioral science, lifestyle medicine, and integrative wellness, creating opportunities for individuals and communities to move beyond symptom-focused approaches toward sustainable health, resilience, and improved quality of life.
Her guiding philosophy is simple: Every individual has a unique rhythm shaped by their biology, experiences, environment, and personal journey. Meaningful healing begins when we learn to understand, honor, and support that rhythm.
Rhythm & Blues Wellness — Where Healing Finds Its Rhythm.
Education, Credentials & Professional Leadership
Integrative Health • Behavioral Wellness • Lifestyle Medicine • Trauma Recovery
Academic Education
Doctoral Degrees
- Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) — Organizational Leadership
- Doctor of Natural Medicine (DNM) — Natural Medicine
Graduate Degrees
- Master of Public Health (MPH) — Global Health
- Master of Science (M.S.) — Complementary and Integrative Medicine
- Master of Arts (M.A.) — Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Undergraduate Education
- Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) — Clinical Medical Assisting
Professional Board Certifications & Credentials
Trauma Recovery & Behavioral Health
Board Certified Diplomate & Traumatologist
American Academy of Experts in Traumatic Stress (AAETS) and National Center for Crisis Management
AAETS Member No. 6528
Board Certified Mental Health Coach
International Board of Christian Counselors (IBCC)
Member since 2025
Board Certified Hypnotherapist & Master NLP Practitioner
International Hypnosis Association
Board Certified Sexologist
American Board of Sexology (ABS)
Certification No. 25607
AASECT Certified Sex Therapist
The American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors, and Therapists
Integrative, Natural & Lifestyle Medicine
Board Certified Holistic Health Practitioner
American Association of Drugless Practitioners (AADP)
Registration No. 267134308
Board Certified Alternative Medical Practitioner
American Alternative Medical Association (AAMA)
Registration No. 11534501
Board Certified Naturopathic Practitioner & Traditional Naturopath
American Association of Natural Wellness Practitioners
Lifestyle Medicine Professional — Board Certification/Diplomate Credential
American College of Lifestyle Medicine
Advanced Professional Education & Specialized Training
Dr. Villegas has pursued extensive postgraduate and professional development across behavioral health, trauma recovery, complementary medicine, lifestyle interventions, and mind-body wellness.
Behavioral Health & Psychotherapeutic Approaches
- Professional Master Diploma — Adult & Youth Mental Health Coaching
- Advanced Studies Diploma — Advanced Psychoanalysis
- Advanced Studies Diploma — Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Advanced Studies Diploma — Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Advanced Studies Diploma — Modern Applied Psychology
- Advanced Studies Diploma — Clinical Hypnotherapy
- Advanced Studies Diploma — Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP)
Trauma, Somatic Health & Nervous System Regulation
- Certified Clinical Trauma Practitioner
- Certified Psychological Trauma First Aid
- Certified Trauma Recovery Coach
- Certified Trauma & Somatics Practitioner
- Certified NeuroSomatic Intelligence Practitioner
- Certified Mind-Body Practitioner
Integrative Health, Reproductive Wellness & Community Care
- Advanced Studies Diploma — Clinical Cannabis Therapy Consultant
- Certified Advanced Herbalist
- Certified Reiki Master Practitioner
- Certified Full-Spectrum Holistic Doula
- High-Risk Pregnancy & Birth Support Training
- Traditional Midwifery & Midwife Assistant Training
- Certified Mental & Maternal Community Health Worker
Spiritual & Pastoral Care
- Ordained Minister
Professional Memberships & Affiliations
Dr. Villegas maintains professional affiliations across behavioral health, public health, complementary wellness, and healthcare education, supporting interdisciplinary collaboration and ongoing professional development.
- American Psychological Association (APA) — Associate Member | Member No. C2505699082
- Australian & New Zealand Mental Health Association (ANZMHA) — Professional Member | 2023–Present
- Society for Health Communication — Professional Member | 2023–Present
- Black Herbalists Collective — BIPOC Herbalist | 2025–Present
- North Carolina Doula Organization — Traditional Midwife, Midwife Assistant & Doula | 2025–Present
Professional Leadership & Organizational Experience
Founder & Chief Executive Officer
Rhythm & Blues Wellness
Formerly The Shamanic Goddess, LLC | Established 2019
Leading integrative wellness initiatives focused on trauma-informed care, behavioral health, lifestyle medicine, somatic wellness, professional education, and community health.
Adjunct Professor & Curriculum Specialist
Holistic Professionals of Color University | 2023–2025
Contributed to professional education, curriculum development, and training initiatives supporting integrative healthcare and holistic wellness practitioners.
National Director of Advocacy & Policy
Holistic Professionals of Color Association | 2024–2025
Supported professional advocacy, policy education, and initiatives addressing healthcare access, practitioner representation, and health equity.
Co-Chair, Community Impact & Health Equity Committee
National Association of Health Services Executives | 2023–2025
Supported community-focused initiatives addressing health disparities, social determinants of health, and equitable access to healthcare resources.
Professional Board Certifications
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Rewired For Resilience
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Where Healing Finds Its Rhythm.
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