Rev. Dr. Ahriana Platten
Spiritual Mentor, Leadership Expert, and Transformational Guide
Dr. Ahriana Platten is a beloved spiritual mentor, practical mystic, and transformational coach who has guided seekers on their path for over 30 years.
She seamlessly blends Eastern and Western philosophies, weaving together ancient wisdom and modern insight to offer a deeply unique and effective form of spiritual guidance. Whether working with individuals, communities, or organizations, Ahriana's presence is both grounding and expansive—offering clarity, deep wisdom, and a touch of magic to those who seek "the real thing."
As the founder of A Soul-full World, an evolving wisdom community, Ahriana creates sacred spaces for people to explore their spiritual path with depth, authenticity, and a sense of belonging. Her ability to bridge traditions and translate spiritual principles into everyday life has made her a trusted guide for thousands seeking real transformation.
Ahriana’s experience is both extensive and intimate. She’s an ordained Unity Minister, a 3rd-degree High Priestess in two esoteric traditions, and a certified Transpersonal Hypnotherapist. As a Reiki Master/Teacher in the Usui lineage, she’s spent decades mastering the art of energy healing. Her doctoral studies in Pastoral Counseling Psychology allow her to offer compassionate, practical guidance that speaks to the heart and soul.
A best-selling and award-winning author, Ahriana has written Rites and Rituals – Harnessing the Power of Sacred Ceremony, a guidebook for holistic and spiritual practitioners, and The Changing Story, a children’s book that helps young minds embrace change with curiosity and resilience. She’s also a widely read columnist for the International Patheos platform, where her column Converging Paths reaches a global audience. In addition, she’s a featured wisdom-keeper in the renowned spiritual documentary, Time of the Sixth Sun.
Ahriana’s work extends beyond the written word. As a former Ambassador to the Parliament of the World’s Religions, she’s traveled extensively, sitting in sacred circles with leaders from over 250 tribes and traditions across six continents. She is welcomed by elders and wisdom keepers from Africa to Asia, from Europe to the sacred lands of North America. Her work has taken her into deep collaboration with both spiritual and business leaders in locations as diverse as Mongolia, Egypt, China, South Korea, Brazil, Turkey, Italy, Portugal, the United States, Mexico and Canada. She carries these experiences in her heart, bringing the teachings of the world’s spiritual traditions into her guidance with deep reverence and humility.
Beyond her spiritual mentorship, Ahriana is a seasoned business consultant, development specialist, and team leader with over 25 years of leadership experience in both corporate and nonprofit sectors. She has an exceptional gift for helping visionaries build successful businesses that serve the world in life-changing ways. With a deep understanding of the intersection between purpose and prosperity, she’s guided countless leaders in transforming their calling into sustainable, mission-driven enterprises. Whether coaching holistic practitioners, business owners, clergy, or “dreamers of a new dream,” she blends practical strategy with spiritual insight to help them create businesses that succeed in practical and impactful ways.
Ahriana is a guide you can trust—one who listens deeply, speaks truthfully, and walks the path alongside you.
Her presence is warm, her wisdom is lived, and her approach is both practical and mystical. Whether you are just beginning your spiritual journey, launching a new business, or are a seasoned practitioner seeking to deepen your understanding, she offers a steady hand and an open heart.