I am Amy Benedict, a Life-Cycle Celebrant, certified by the Celebrant Foundation and Institute to create and perform personalized weddings and other ceremonies for individuals, couples, families and communities. I am also an ordained interfaith minister in the Universal Brotherhood Movement and a registered NYC officiant. 

I have been creating rituals and bringing intention, art and spirit to life’s important moments (large and small) my whole life.   

I have a Master’s degree in Integrated Education from Antioch University New England and have worked in a variety of teaching and educational capacities, including as the Director of Education and Outreach at The Colonial Theatre in Keene, New Hampshire.   In 2016, I completed a Masters in Marriage and Family therapy. I interned and then worked as an associate at Midtown Marriage and Family Therapy and then Indigo Marriage and Family Therapy in NYC as well as in the practice of Mikki Meyer PhD LMFT in Highland, NY.  After becoming a NYS Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in February of 2020, I began my own practice based here in the heart of the Hudson Valley and virtually via a secure Zoom platform.

I’m curious and fascinated by the intersection between nature, spirit and consciousness. I have a deep reverence for our journeys and see it as my life’s work to support positive transformation and healing; to artfully give expression to our highest individual and collective hopes and aspirations.

I will listen deeply and ask illuminating questions in order to discover your story, and reveal the symbols, passions and themes of your journey. It is my intention that your ceremony fills you, your family and friends with joy and inspiration for what lies ahead.

Please contact me to arrange a complimentary consultation:

MarigoldCeremonies@gmail.com

 Let’s celebrate and cultivate your flourishing life!

Amy