About Aroma Compass
Reconnecting people with the botanical world.
Aroma Compass was born from a simple belief: essential oils are not merely products, but concentrated expressions of the botanical world. My role is to help people better understand plants, their aromas, and the ways they can support wellbeing in everyday life.
From systems to plants.
Before focusing on aromatherapy, I spent many years working in cybersecurity, complex systems analysis, and problem solving. That background taught me observation, rigor, and the importance of details.
Alongside this, nature already played an important role in my life. Through hiking, kayaking, stand-up paddling, and several years spent between California and Europe, I developed a deep appreciation for landscapes, plants, and the sensory experiences they offer.
It was in California, in San Diego, that my interest in essential oils evolved into a true passion. That curiosity led me to pursue professional aromatherapy training through Aromatic Studies, founded by Jade Shutes, where I earned the Foundations of Aromatherapy certification.
Training & Credentials
A practice grounded in education and observation.
Aromatherapy deserves both curiosity and rigor. My practice is built upon structured training, essential oil safety, aromatic chemistry, and personalized client support.
I continue to pursue ongoing education in essential oil safety, botany, aromatic chemistry, and personalized aromatherapy practice.
NAHA Certified Aromatherapist (NCA®)
Professional member of the National Association for Holistic Aromatherapy.
Foundations of Aromatherapy
200 hours
Aromatic Studies
Jade Shutes
Certified in May 2026
Continuing Education
Currently enrolled in the Aromatic Scholars Program, a professional 500+ hour advanced clinical aromatherapy training covering physiology, research, and therapeutic applications for human body systems.
Core Competencies
- ✓ Essential Oil Safety
- ✓ Aromatic Chemistry
- ✓ Blending & Formulation
- ✓ Client Consultations
- ✓ Personalized Aromatherapy
Vision
Understand the person before choosing the plants
Inspired by the work of Marguerite Maury, Aroma Compass recognizes that every person has a unique history, sensitivity, and relationship with scent. The same essential oil may be experienced differently from one individual to another. For that reason, every recommendation begins with understanding the person before selecting the plants.
Every consultation begins with a conversation. Before discussing essential oils, I seek to understand the person: their lifestyle, goals, scent preferences, and what they are truly hoping to improve. The plants come afterwards.
Plants and their oils are placed in service of people, their needs, and their everyday lives. Observation, aromatic chemistry, sensory experience, and listening help create personalized, safe, and meaningful aromatic blends.