Aashashtat

Barbara James (A'ashashtat Sakhamtat) is an intuitive herbalist and healer from Willingboro, NJ, whose life journey embodies service, discovery, and transformation. With a distinguished 24-year career in the Air Force, she traveled the world, gaining a deep appreciation for diverse cultures and their healing traditions. This global perspective ignited her passion for herbalism and holistic health.

After retiring from the military, Barbara immersed herself in the study of herbalism, energy healing, and holistic wellness, integrating these practices with her innate intuitive wisdom. Her deep connection to nature and the unseen realms enables her to perceive subtle energetic imbalances and guide others with compassion and clarity.

Barbara holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology, Health Services, and Counseling from Liberty University, blending academic knowledge with spiritual and holistic practices. As the manager of Sacred Rootz LLC, a thriving holistic herbal shop, she curates remedies and resources that nurture the body, mind, and spirit. She continues to expand her expertise as a devoted student of Master Herbalist Khet Waas Hutip, owner of Sacred Rootz LLC, and a mentee of Taheera Maat at the Ecology of Shamanism Institute.

Barbara’s passion for empowering others stems from her belief in the transformative power of ancestral wisdom. She sees herself as a vessel for ancient knowledge, guiding individuals to reconnect with their innate ability to heal and thrive. Her warm, intuitive presence and commitment to holistic wellness inspire those she serves to embrace their own healing journeys with confidence and grace.