Antonia Tombari: Breaking Boundaries in Wellness

Antonia Tombari’s unwavering commitment to healing and community is evident in every aspect of her life. Originally hailing from San Francisco, California, Antonia has called Spokane home for the past 11 1/2 years, where she has embraced her role as a mother, psychotherapist, and enthusiastic member of the Spokane Club. She's also the owner of two businesses, Antonia Tombari and Associates, PLLC, and Luminosity.

Antonia's journey into the world of healing and wellness started with her passion for helping others. Antonia began in forensic psychotherapy, working in demanding environments like jails and prisons, and was driven to make a difference in a system where incarcerated individuals are often neglected. The gratification and reward she found in her work with these individuals inspired her to continue helping people after transitioning to private practice. As an EMDR psychotherapist, she specializes in working with trauma survivors, utilizing the highly effective Eye Movement

Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy. Her expertise in this field has made a tremendous difference in the lives of many, allowing clients to overcome deeply ingrained trauma in a much shorter time frame compared to traditional therapies.

However, it was during the challenging times of the COVID-19 pandemic that Antonia found her calling to venture into something different yet equally impactful. Inspired by the desire to provide more accessible healing options to the community, she founded Luminosity, a unique wellness center inside the COR Institute.

The driving force behind Luminosity was the introduction to an innovative technology known as Lucia N.03. This medical-grade device facilitates a psychedelic experience without the need for ingesting any substances. Antonia was intrigued by its potential to provide healing experiences, especially at a time when people were facing