TEAM
The Sanctuary team is composed of the best and brightest in their fields—providers and professionals who have a demonstrated record of success. These professionals work to advance Sanctuary’s mission and to help our clients achieve holistic wellness, transform their health, and evolve their style.
Jamila Owens-Todd, Naturopathic Doctor (ND)
Jamila has dedicated her life to supporting those in their healing. Her career started out as a Chemist, working in private industry, government, and within the pharmaceutical industry, at a top pharmaceutical company in the Research and Development Department. She then graduated from the four-year, Naturopathic Doctor degree program at the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine. A Naturopathic Doctor is a teacher first, and Jamila has pledged to educate and provide insight so that Sanctuary clients can regain their innate healing power.
Jamila has maintained a strong commitment to science in her practice and the greater community, and has blended her own herbal formulas for patients for over seventeen years. She supports her patients by providing high-quality education on plant medicine, herbal safety, and dosing.
Jamila has operated as General Manager for a Medical Cannabis Dispensary and as the Chief Science Officer of a Medical Cannabis Manufacturer. In addition to providing quality product formulations and expertise in natural therapies, Jamila continues to serve as a consultant to natural products and plant medicine manufacturers. In this role, she works on cutting-edge technologies in formulating novel products. She is also an Adjunct Professor at St. Louis University in the Cannabis Science and Operations Program, and an Adjunct Professor of Chemistry/BioChemistry at Harris-Stowe State University.
Jamila is honored to serve on a number of Boards, including the Advisory Board for the Missouri Cannabis Trade Association (MOCANN). In addition, she serves as the Board Chair for Faith HEALS, a community-centered organization that works to mobilize through faith and healing, and has presented on a global stage on topics such as Women’s Health, Neuroplasticity and Neurological health, and overall Plant Medicine science.
Reshaunda Thornton, Rd, LD
Reshaunda is a registered dietitian with almost two decades of experience who has dedicated her career to transforming lives through nutrition consulting and self-care advocacy. In addition to her work with Sanctuary clients, she currently serves as a wellness counselor at Washington University in St. Louis while maintaining a thriving private consultation practice.
A trusted voice in nutrition and wellness, she has shared her knowledge over 80 times on FOX2News St. Louis and delivered a compelling TEDxGateway Arch talk titled “Winning your Food Fight” in 2019. Thornton’s influence extends through multiple channels, including her self-help nutrition book “Play to Win the Food Fight.” Combining her extensive knowledge with an energetic and creative approach, she specializes in helping Sanctuary clients develop healthy relationships with food based on principles of self-care and self-love.
Reshaunda earned dual Bachelor’s degrees in Biology and Nutrition & Dietetics from Steph F. Austin State University and Kansas State University, along with Master’s degrees in both Human Nutrition and Project Management & Leadership from Logan University and Washington University. Her dynamic presence and genuine passion for nutrition education continue to inspire and empower individuals to make lasting lifestyle changes.
Bri Maxwell, Personal Stylist
Bri Maxwell runs BriStyles, a personal fashion styling and wardrobe consulting service, based in St. Louis and available anywhere through virtual services.
After many years in conservative corporate environments, Bri became an expert on how to navigate styling her hard-to-fit body professionally while adding elements of her own personal style into her wardrobe.
Bri has helped hundreds of women gain confidence through the discovery and strategic execution of their own personal style. Whether you are looking to revamp your entire wardrobe, need a seasonal refresh, or want brand new outfit combinations with what you already own, Bri is happy to help. Her passion is to tailor your experience to best meet your goals, budget, and lifestyle and she is thrilled to be a part of the Sanctuary team.
Christina Dior, Personal Stylist
Christina launched her career as a personal stylist and image consultant in 2020 and is the founder of Currently InStyle, a style consultancy helping professionals and entrepreneurs align their personal style with their success and lifestyle. Known for her holistic approach, Christina uses style as a tool to help clients build confidence and present their best selves.
As an image consultant, Christina focuses on aligning personal and brand appearances with their voice and values. She has collaborated with entrepreneurs, influencers, and podcasts such as Mom’s Actually, DeadAss Podcast with Khadeen and DeVale Ellis, The BrokeBlackGirl, and The GrantWritingCoach.
In film and TV, Christina works as a buyer under costume designers’ guidance, sourcing wardrobe for productions like Tyler Perry’s Sistas, MTV’s Love and Hip-Hop, the NBA, and the NFL.
Her editorial experience includes serving as an assistant wardrobe stylist, partnering with showrooms, brands, and designers to style for print and digital media. Her portfolio features work for InStyle Magazine, Hollywood Reporter, L’Officiel, HighSnobiety, Flaunt Magazine, Bleu Magazine, and Simon & Schuster.
Beyond styling, Christina manages multi-million-dollar research portfolios as an IT Research Program Manager in pediatric healthcare. Known for blending professionalism with authenticity, her down-to-earth approach resonates deeply with her clients. She is excited to bring her expertise to help Sanctuary clients.
Dave Chandler, Chef
Chef Dave is a self-taught Chef, born and raised in St. Louis. He grew up loving to cook from being in the kitchen with his parents and grandmothers. With the help and motivation from family and friends, he started his Private Chef service six years ago by delivering prepared meals locally every Sunday. Switching up the menu weekly, he was able to be creative, perfect his craft, and challenge himself.
His customer base grew through referrals and social media, and he is thrilled to now be offering his services to Sanctuary clients. Chef Dave is constantly motivated by his passion for the craft, his desire to challenge myself, and an empty stomach!
We are always vetting the right kind of partners for Sanctuary. If you are interested in joining our team and are a chef, functional medicine practitioner, certified personal trainer who specializes in women’s health, registered dietitian, personal stylist, wellness coach, or interior decorator, please reach out.
