Meet the Founder
Founder of Mary J’s Apothecary | Cannabis Wellness Educator | Holistic Health Coach | Yoga Teacher | Pantry Monsters Author
Hi, I’m Leonor — founder of Mary J’s Apothecary, certified integrative nutrition health coach, yoga teacher, cannabis wellness educator, former dispensary manager, and soon-to-be published author of the Pantry Monsters children’s book series.
My work lives at the intersection of cannabis education, holistic wellness, mindful living, nourishment, movement, and real-life experience.
My cannabis roots began in a mom-and-pop dispensary, where I learned the heart of the plant, the importance of community, and the value of meeting people exactly where they are. I had the opportunity to work closely with people who were curious, learning, and often looking for guidance on how cannabis could fit into their lives in a more intentional way.
Later, I stepped into leadership as General Manager for a large cannabis brand. That experience gave me a broader view of the industry — from operations and education to watching cannabis become part of the larger wellness conversation.
But my path has never been only about cannabis.
Alongside my work in the industry, I continued studying holistic health and movement. Becoming a certified integrative nutrition health coach and certified yoga teacher shaped the way I approach wellness as a whole-person practice. It is not just about one habit, one product, or one perfect routine. It is about how we move, nourish, rest, breathe, reflect, and care for ourselves in everyday life.
My connection to nourishment goes back even further. More than a decade ago, my family spent several years living on a family farm while running a farmers stand, working closely with local growers and neighboring market stands. That season changed the way I understood food, ingredients, and the care that goes into real nourishment.
It also inspired the children’s book project that has grown into the Pantry Monsters series — a playful way to help families have meaningful conversations about food, ingredients, and everyday wellness.
Today, all of these paths come together through Mary J’s Apothecary: cannabis education, mindful living, movement, nourishment, and simple rituals that help people feel more connected to themselves.
Whether I’m teaching about cannabis, guiding someone toward a more intentional wellness routine, or creating stories that help families think differently about what’s in their pantry, my mission is the same:
To make wellness education feel grounded, approachable, and empowering.
Wellness is not one-size-fits-all.
At Mary J’s Apothecary, cannabis is explored as one supportive tool within a larger wellness practice — alongside movement, nourishment, breath, rest, ritual, and self-awareness.
The goal is not to tell you exactly what to do. The goal is to help you ask better questions, listen to your body, and create rituals that feel supportive, realistic, and aligned with your life.
Here, you are invited to slow down, get curious, and begin noticing what feels grounding, what feels supportive, and what helps you feel more rested, steady, clear, or connected.
• Certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach
• Certified Yoga Teacher
• Cannabis Industry Leadership & Operations Experience (Colorado)
• Former General Manager for a major Colorado cannabis brand
• Managed two of Denver’s longest-established dispensaries
Through workshops and community events, I explore the intersection of cannabis, wellness, and intentional living. These gatherings are designed to create space for education, curiosity, and connection—helping people better understand plant medicine and how it can support balance in everyday life.
Workshops may include topics such as cannabis education, mindful consumption, ritual practices, and integrating plant medicine into a holistic wellness routine.
As a certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach and yoga teacher, I support individuals who are looking to cultivate a more intentional relationship with their health and wellbeing.
Coaching sessions focus on whole-person wellness, exploring the connections between nourishment, movement, lifestyle, and plant medicine to help individuals create sustainable practices that support their overall balance.
Some of the most frequently asked questions.
Mary J’s Apothecary is for adults 21+ who are curious about cannabis, wellness, yoga, breathwork, nutrition, mindful living, and simple rituals that support everyday well-being.
Not at all. This space was created with beginners in mind. Mary J’s Apothecary offers approachable education so you can learn the language, understand your options, and explore cannabis with more clarity and confidence.
No. Mary J’s Apothecary is not a dispensary. This is an educational wellness space focused on cannabis education, wellness coaching, mindful living, and whole-person wellness resources for adults 21+.
No. Mary J’s Apothecary provides educational and informational content only. This space is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or replace medical advice. Please consult a qualified healthcare provider before making changes to your wellness routine.
If you’re new here, start with the free guide: Beyond THC & CBD: A Beginner’s Guide to Cannabis. It introduces cannabinoids, bio-individuality, and mindful cannabis exploration in a simple, beginner-friendly way.
Mary J’s Apothecary focuses on beginner-friendly cannabis education, including THC, CBD, minor cannabinoids, edibles, microdosing, mindful use, product awareness, and how to approach cannabis with intention.
The free exploratory call is a relaxed, no-pressure conversation where we can talk through your wellness goals, routines, stress points, cannabis questions, and next best steps. It’s a chance to see if 1:1 wellness coaching feels like the right fit for you.
No. Cannabis may be part of the conversation, but wellness coaching can also include routines, stress support, sleep habits, nourishment, movement, breathwork, self-care, and simple rituals that support your daily life.
“Start low and go slow” means beginning with a small amount, giving your body time to respond, and paying attention before increasing or changing your approach. It’s a mindful way to explore cannabis without rushing the experience.
Canna-Wellness Tools are resources that help you connect cannabis to wellness with more intention. This may include cannabis journaling, intention setting, product tracking, low-dose rituals, sleep support, stress support, and mindful consumption practices.
Mary J’s Apothecary focuses on adult wellness, cannabis education, and mindful living. Pantry Monsters is my children’s book series created to help families have meaningful conversations about food, ingredients, and everyday nourishment. Both are rooted in the same mission: making wellness education feel approachable and empowering.
Yes. The Mary J’s Apothecary shop features intentional wellness tools, meaningful jewelry, meditation pieces, journals, incense, yoga essentials, and self-care items curated to support your rituals, reflection, and everyday grounding.
Yes. Any cannabis-related education, downloads, coaching conversations, or resources through Mary J’s Apothecary are intended for adults 21+.