About Jeaux Bartlett
Life is a tapestry of experiences—sometimes messy, often beautiful—and my work aims to weave those threads into something meaningful.
A Journey Shaped by Loss and Healing
Loss came early in my life: the death of a sibling, my parents’ divorce, immigration to new countries (twice), sexual abuse, parental neglect, the passing of pets and grandparents, and significant health challenges—all before I reached adulthood. These experiences left me mistrusting myself and my inner voice.
As a young adult, I found teachings that encouraged me to live a Spirit-led life, yet unresolved wounds remained, affecting my health, relationships, and sense of purpose. In 2017, chronic illness forced me to pause and focus on healing. Through this journey, I discovered powerful tools and practices that helped me untangle the pain of the past, restore my vitality, and reconnect to my authentic self.
Writing Across Cultures and Genres
For over four decades, I’ve been finding myself on the page. Genderqueer and genre-queer, my writing reflects an eclectic life shaped by childhoods spent in southern England, Barbados, and Florida. As a survivor of trauma and loss, I explore life’s patterns through cross-genre writing, blending memoir, essays, journalism, short stories, and autofiction.
My work is colorful and multilayered, incorporating artifacts of life—letters, poems, report cards, and more—to uncover deeper truths and untangle the past. Through storytelling, I’ve discovered how to live more fully in the present, and I invite others to explore this transformative power in their own lives.
Teaching and Speaking
Since 2001, I’ve taught hundreds of students, offering classes in intuition development, creative writing, and using storytelling as a path to healing. My speaking engagements inspire audiences to explore resilience, creativity, and personal growth.
My work empowers others to:
- Develop trust in their inner voice
- Heal from loss through creative expression
- Break free from generational patterns and embrace authentic living
Recognized and Credentialed
As an award-winning journalist, author of eight books, and experienced teacher, I bring a wealth of knowledge and lived experience to my work. My writing has appeared in Register Guard, Lane Monthly, Rochester Insider, and Crossroads Chronicle. I hold numerous certifications, including:
- National Spiritualist Teacher, Ordained Minister, and nationally-certified Medium, National Spiritualist Association of Churches
- Advanced Certified Online Grief Recovery Specialist, Grief Recovery Institute
- Mindfulness meditation practitioner
- Reiki Master Teacher
A Jeaux by many names
I’ve used several names while writing and teaching over the past 20-something years. My books and online courses are published under Rev. Joanna Bartlett. I now go by Jeaux Bartlett (pronounced Jo).
Living with Purpose and Balance
Self-care is integral to my life. Through mindfulness, journaling, and time spent in nature, I stay grounded and connected to Source. I also enjoy cycling, gardening, knitting, and reading (sometimes at the dinner table, to my family’s chagrin!). Evenings often find me relaxing on the couch with my spouse, unwinding after a day of creative work.
I believe that even life’s most tangled threads can be rewoven into something beautiful—and I’m here to help others discover their own patterns of healing and growth.