Monique Derfuss is the founder and president of SoundWellness, LLC, and brings over 11 years of experience in corporate wellness, mindfulness, sound meditation, Reiki, and yoga. She is a wellness coach, gong practitioner, Reiki professional, and 300-hour Kundalini Yoga teacher who has supported thousands of individuals through approachable, restorative wellness experiences. Monique has also shared her expertise through regional television, podcasts, and national media, bringing together science-informed practices and complementary wellness traditions to help people manage stress, build resilience, and reconnect with themselves.

Monique is a huge animal lover and has volunteered with animal shelters and sanctuaries for over a decade. She donates her time by offering Animal Reiki to those that are suffering from kennel fatigue and behavioral issues. Her goal is to help more animals get adopted and for those in sanctuaries to experience more joy.