Jennifer Holt, Ph.D. is a transformational consultant, peace therapist, grief and loss expert and author of the book, Sacred Gateway of Grief and Loss: Freeing the Imprisoned Soul (Indigo Heart Publishing, 2009). Jennifer has a Doctoral Degree in Educational Psychology (University of Minnesota) with emphases on counseling and conflict resolution, and Masters Degrees in Counseling Psychology (University of Minnesota) and Sufi Ministerial Studies (University of Spiritual Healing and Sufism).

For several years, Jennifer served as the Advice Expert on the Pat Miles Show of WCCO Radio, the largest talk format radio station in the Midwest. Dr. Holt has taught psychology and sociology courses at a variety of universities including the University of Minnesota and the University of St. Thomas, and has written a number of academic articles including “Culture, Gender, Organizational Role and Styles of Conflict Resolution,” International Journal of Intercultural Relations, and “Spiritual Wellness for Clients with HIV/AIDS,” Journal of Counseling and Development. 

As a professional musician, Jennifer has released several musical and video projects, most recently the CD, Ecstatic Groove: Sacred World Chant Infusions (Salima’s Whirled Peas, 2009). All of her work is inspired by her vision of creating sacred bridges of compassion and understanding for people across the world, "one heart at a time."