Desert Brave: A Workbook for the Wild & Courageous was created by Melissa Grisi. During the Covid-19 pandemic, Melissa was navigating the mental health landscape and supporting other humans who were in isolation from one another, and found solace in drawing these pages. Desert Brave is inspired by the Mojave Desert and the healing powers of nature and art.
Melissa is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CAADC), EMDR Certified Therapist, EMDRIA Consultant-in-Training (CIT), Trauma Center Trauma-Sensitive Yoga Facilitator (TCTSY), 500 Hour Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT 500), current Somatic Experiencing (SE) student, Desert Lover and Clay Artist.
Melissa is the owner and founder of Blue Sky Therapy, located in Joshua Tree, CA. Blue Sky Therapy is a reflection of her professional passions, incorporating psychotherapy; somatic, and creative practices into her therapy work. To learn more about Melissa and her offerings, visit: www.blueskyjt.com.