Meet The Team

Sheona Little is the visionary Founder of Siyanda Wellness and the Siyanda Institute for Holistic Healing, where she creates empowering experiences that foster healing, connection, and community. With over 20 years of experience as an educator and wellness practitioner, Sheona blends her expertise in holistic healing practices, mindfulness, and education to design inclusive spaces that nurture the mind, body, and soul.  She guides individuals and communities toward resilience, belonging, and empowerment through transformative wellness programs, retreats, and curated healing experiences. Sheona is also the Founder of the Siyanda Girls Group, a youth empowerment program that helps young women build leadership, empowerment and purpose. In her current role as a Talent Management & Educator Coach with the Schools of Innovation Network for the School District of the City of York, Sheona supports teachers in creating empowering classroom environments that promote both academic and social-emotional success. Through her dynamic workshops, trainings, and professional development sessions, she equips educators with the tools to teach with purpose, joy, and cultural responsiveness. Guided by the core values of healing, community, and empowerment and through the fusion of wellness and education, Sheona is reimagining what it means to teach, learn, and heal cultivating a future where thriving individuals create thriving communities.

Racquel Barnes, founder of UrbanEdRx and Fit2You Wellness, is a Transformation and Yoga Coach, and wellness advocate with over 20 years of experience in wellness practices and education. She currently serves as a Parent and Community Coordinator and leads workshops and retreats for school organizations focused on wellness and social-emotional learning. A former teacher who overcame chronic stress and burnout, Racquel now helps educators, students, and communities reduce anxiety, manage stress, and build resilience. She holds a B.A. in Health & Exercise Science from Rowan University and certifications as a National Board-Certified Health & Wellness Coach, Mastery Transformation Coach, and Yoga Instructor, among others.

Ebony Harmon is the Founder and CEO of HarmonEWellness and a Talent Management Coach in the Dream It Forward Network for the School District of the City of York. With over 20 years of experience working with underserved communities, Ebony is committed to expanding access to mental and physical well-being while fostering avenues for creative expression. She combines her extensive background in the performing arts, a Bachelor’s degree in Film & Media Arts, and a Master’s degree in Psychology to create holistic healing spaces that empower individuals and communities to thrive.

Wellness Advocate

Wellness Advocate

Wellness Advocate

Wellness Advocate

Wellness Advocate