Janneke 'Tateshina' Koole is a certified Sweet Medicine Sundance teacher and a valued member of the Hereditary Lineage Leaders, known as the "keeper of lineage knowledge". She has taught in Europe, Canada, Australia, and the United States since 1990, bringing a wealth of wisdom, contagious joy, and clear yet simple directness to her teachings.
An authorised ceremonialist and medicine woman, Janneke also practices as a counsellor and art therapist. She has a particular love for the application of the Wheels and Keys as tools for self-growth and creative expression.
Her love for learning sparks hope in others to find joy in living, meaning and purpose in adversity, and creative solutions within all forms of relationships. She invites others to take another look at life with a tender boldness.
Janneke is the author of Jenny and the Big Old Oak Tree, a children's book about the Five Perceptions, and Journeys into the Mirror, a journal for women.