Ascension School of Healing Arts

About

Ascension School of Healing Arts (ASHA) is a dedicated school for self-development and the healing arts located in Ferndale, Michigan. Founded by Donna Lakes (Devraj), who has been practicing Reiki since 1995 and teaching as a Reiki Master/Teacher since 1999, ASHA serves as a sanctuary for those seeking profound personal growth or those wishing to guide others on their healing journey.
Programs and Certifications
ASHA's flagship offering is a comprehensive two-year Intuitive Ascension Healer Program. Year One spans 48 weeks across four 12-week courses covering Managing Your Energy, Self-Healing, Intuitive Development, and Advanced Energy Healing. Graduates earn Reiki I & II Practitioner, Reiki Master, and Intuitive Healer certifications. Year Two deepens the journey with courses in Subconscious Reprogramming, Inner Child Healing (two levels), Ascension Healing, and Master Manifesting, culminating in full Ascension Healer Certification.
Students may attend in-person or virtually, with weekly live lectures, online course materials, guided meditations, and ongoing support. The program includes 48 interactive group sessions, 10 healing sessions, and Flower Essence Spiritual First Aid Kits.
Healing Services
Beyond certification programs, ASHA offers individual healing sessions and readings with certified practitioners. Services may support those working through life changes, releasing patterns, trauma recovery, chakra balancing, spiritual development, and personal transformation. Sessions draw from multiple modalities including Reiki, quantum healing, inner child work, and intuitive guidance.
Community Events and Workshops
ASHA hosts year-round community events and workshops open to all experience levels. These gatherings create space for like-minded individuals to connect, learn, and grow together. A free Energy Hookup Meditation is available to newcomers seeking to begin their energy work journey.
Philosophy
ASHA is dedicated to elevating human consciousness through the transformative power of inner work. Their philosophy holds that ascension is the natural unfolding of human potential through radical self-love and acceptance. As individuals heal their relationship with themselves, they create more authentic connections with others and the world around them. ASHA bridges ancient wisdom with modern understanding, complementing traditional wellness practices while opening new pathways to personal empowerment.
Who It's For
ASHA welcomes everyone from complete beginners curious about energy work to experienced practitioners seeking advanced certification. Many students enroll purely for personal growth with no intention of becoming professional healers. The programs are designed to meet each person wherever they are on their journey.