About Alyson

My love of gemstones & jewelry started at a young age with my mother & father. Favorite memories are the times my mother told the stories about how she received her precious jewelry. Each gem vibrated with a feeling. I knew even then, that the color, the design and the intention around these gems held energy. Little did I know that much of my adult life would continue to evolve around gemstones.

I bring over 30 years of professional experience working with diamonds and fine gemstones, and in design and manufacturing fine jewelry - specializing in luxury retail sales in San Francisco.

Seven years ago, I began my journey into the study of Jyotish (Vedic Astrology). With my background in Buddhism, a deep interest in spirituality, and my graduate education in psychology, Jyotish and the study of the Vedas struck a chord with me, pulling together many of the streams in my life.

I now combine my love of gemstones with Jyotish teachings. It is my heartfelt wish to find gemstones that strengthen and support my client’s goals & growth in life. The right gemstone can also decrease and avert negativity during sensitive dashas - or periods in life.

Experience

• B.A., UC Berkeley

• M.S. Counseling Psychology, Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo

• Parashara Jyotisha Course, Year 4 with Pt. Sanjay Rath

• Jaimini Scholar Program, Year 5 with Dr. Andrew Foss

• Sanskrit language - Levels 1-2 with Elliot Hocker