Heather Sullivan
Balanced Rock Co-Founder & Executive Director
MEET HEATHER
Heather Sullivan is Co-Founder and Executive Director of Balanced Rock, and has lived in the Yosemite region for over 25 years. Shaped by its granite walls, river seasons, and close-knit rural community, her work bridges embodiment, philosophy, and practical leadership. Heather is an E-RYT 500 yoga instructor and a massage therapist of over three decades, with a deep, intuitive understanding of the body and the nervous system.
Known for her warmth, humor, and steady presence, she creates spaces where people feel at ease—especially in moments of challenge or transition. Having navigated both grief and long-term community building, Heather brings wisdom that is grounded and approachable.
In 2026, Heather will facilitate two of Balanced Rock’s core annual programs: our Spring Awakening Retreat in Ojai and the YETI Youth Camp in Golden Trout Wilderness, along with leading a session during the Art, Nature, & Wellness Program’s immersive cohort: Living Philosophy & Creative Writing—guided reflection and writing practices that explore what matters most, and how our values show up in everyday life.