Santa Cruz Officiant

hip means to us, what marriage means to us, and what type of life we're building together. She took that understanding and created a stunningly beautiful ceremony that helped our guests understand us and our relationship. There is nothing more powerful than getting to share that with the people we love, and we are forever grateful for it. We cannot express how much that meant, and while we knew she would be great as soon as we talked to her, she far exceeded what seemed reasonable for anyone to hope for. Naomi is kind, patient (...our responses were not always timely), and thoughtful. She is a beautiful writer and speaker. She is a consummate professional. She is skilled at what she does and helped us understand what works and what doesn't, but also recognizes the ceremony is about what we want rather than what she thinks it should be; I would feel confident recommending her to virtually anyone, which is a somewhat amazing thing given how incredibly personal and tailored the ceremony was (and should be). One thing we particularly loved, she had us write acknowledgments to our parents that she included in the ceremony. It meant the world to them and us, and a number of our guests talked about what a wonderful touch it was. To Naomi--thank you again. To anyone considering hiring her--you should definitely do that. With gratitude, Michael and Katie

She encouraged us to reflect deeper on our relationship, goals, and meaning through her discovery questionnaire and which allowed us to come up with our own vows, unique to my husband and I. She was supportive the entire process, stopping by before the ceremony to give me words of encouragement and help ground me. I was still nervous but I will say that during the ceremony Naomi had us face the guests. This was the best thing for my nerves facing everyone straight on, so by the time I was up for vows I felt comfortable, grounded, and present. The way Naomi wove her ceremony speech was so powerful. It truly was a ceremony that made the guests feel like they were part of this love story. It was a ceremony that united me and my husband as well as us with our guests. Throughout the reception every single person we spoke to praised how well Naomi did with the ceremony and that they had never been part of one that was so intimate, so meaningful and left such a lasting impression. If you're looking for an officiant who will give a transformational ceremony with meaning and individuality, Naomi is your person!!

ativity brought a special magic to the ceremony, making it truly unforgettable. Naomi is not only grounded and delightful but also exceptionally fun to work with. We are profoundly grateful that she played such a meaningful role in our special day!

e for everything that followed. On the day of our ceremony, Naomi created a space that felt sacred, personal, and deeply connected, not just between the two of us, but among everyone present. Her words were heartfelt and eloquent, drawing in our guests with a sense of meaning and purpose. She honored our story in a way that felt genuine and grounded, weaving in our values, history, and the emotion of the moment with grace and poise. Naomi didn’t just officiate our ceremony, she elevated it. Many of our guests shared afterward that it was one of the most moving ceremonies they had ever witnessed. Naomi’s ability to hold the moment, to make everyone feel present and connected, turned our wedding into something far beyond a celebration. Rather, it became a once-in-a-lifetime experience that we’ll carry with us forever. We are endlessly grateful for her guidance, presence, and heart. If you’re looking for someone who can bring true soul to your ceremony, Naomi is the one.

ep of the process and was quick to respond with vow edits. She didn’t just officiate our wedding — she made the experience feel personal and meaningful from start to finish.

g to know her couples. We wanted our ceremony to be the most special part of our day, and while we trusted her from the beginning, we couldn’t have imagined a ceremony as beautiful as the one she delivered. We wanted to really feel the transition, the peace, the profoundness of the moment, and Naomi gave us this and so much more. Every word was meaningful and deeply personal, not a single one wasted. She slowed everything down. She helped us and our guests all be still and truly present and to notice even the tiniest details that were made not so tiny by the awareness: the trees, the smell of the cool forest air, the crow flying overhead. She was a grounding presence that steadied us in a moment that is often nerve-ridden and blurry for many people. Friends and family all commented on how it was the most beautiful ceremony they had ever been to. One friend even said that he had never been to a wedding where the ceremony was the best part until ours. If you are looking for an officiant who can truly see you and your partner, someone who is capable of honoring your story and your dreams, someone to anchor you in a whirlwind moment while acknowledging how once in a lifetime it is, then run don’t walk to connect with Naomi. You will be so glad you did.

ving a friend do my wedding but having naomi made everything so much more personal, so lovey dovey and so geared towards our journey and love story! Me and my partner have been together over 8 years and just got married and I just Balled from the seamless ceremony to the words and quoted to just feeling so relaxed and present. Naomi gives different packages with different prices to reach every couples needs, she also calls and talks about you, she also ask questions about you and your partner which come from each of you and that was just the basic package! and she even made me not have to worry about my wedding certificate day of and sent it out after the ceremony so it made my process of that simple! and her pricing is reasonable it may seem like alot for such a short period of time but sooo worth it!!! Trust me I tried to save where I could and Im glad I didnt with this!

he time to get to know us as a couple, incorporating our personal story and values into a heartfelt ceremony that was meaningful and beautiful. The ceremony flowed perfectly, and we received countless compliments from our guests about how touching and personal it was. We truly felt that Naomi went above and beyond to make our wedding day memorable. We are so grateful for her guidance and presence, and we highly recommend her to anyone looking for a kind, professional, and truly special officiant. Thank you, Naomi, for helping make our day unforgettable! You were truly the glue and peace of a busy wedding day. Love, Hannah & Whitney 09.21.24

m calls to her guidance and support throughout the process, she made everything seamless. The ceremony itself was absolutely amazing—filled with emotion, laughter, and every element we had envisioned. Our wedding guests couldn’t stop raving about how beautiful and personalized the ceremony was. Many even said it was the best wedding ceremony they had ever attended! Naomi has an incredible ability to capture the personalities of the couple, celebrate their commitment, and deliver a ceremony that is heartfelt, engaging, and perfectly executed. If you’re looking for a wedding officiant who goes above and beyond the status quo to craft a ceremony tailored to you, Naomi is THE one. Don’t hesitate to reach out to her—you’ll be so glad you did. Simply put, she is THE BEST!! Thank you, Naomi, for making our ceremony so memorable and special!! ❤️

remony, we knew she would be the perfect fit! And she continued to exceed our expectations by offering such thoughtful counsel, vow-writing advice and feedback, and of course the most beautiful and personal ceremony. Working with her in the months prior to our wedding helped us reflect and articulate why we wanted to not only get married but to have a ceremony with our friends and family as witness to our love. As two non-religious people, we still wanted our ceremony to be special and reflect our deep commitment to each other and to building our lives together, and Naomi’s guidance and ceremony truly reflected those values. We had SO many of our guests tell us that it was the most beautiful and personal wedding they’d ever been to, and we could not agree more! She truly set the tone for the rest of the day and was such a joy to work with every step of the way!

s. Even from the brief parts shown, it was evident that her ceremony was carefully crafted to be deeply meaningful and intentional, which was something we wanted for ourselves as well to capture the essence of this special day. And come our wedding day, Naomi officiated a wonderful ceremony that was perfect for intimate setting we were in, and her message truly resonated with us. Her warm and calm demeanor helped us stay relaxed as well, and she gave us great advice prior to the ceremony on staying grounded and being present, and this really helped us soak up the moment to its fullest and exit the ceremony consciously recognizing that we were entering into a new chapter of our lives. Naomi was a wonderful person to work with and a pleasure to have at our wedding, and would recommend her without a doubt!

considered hiring a professional officiant service for my wedding-- to me, the idea seemed impersonal, "ick", and a bizzare manifestation of capitalism. But I stumbled across her website while on a deep Internet rabbit hole of stranger's weddings on the internet, and I connected with her words about ritual and ceremony (in an anthropological sense) and how to envelop these outside of organized religion, and how to bring genuine reverence to the day that has a lot of other "stuff" brought to it, and it all clicked for me. Communication and working with her was excellent. Working with her provided the emotional "homework" I knew I needed to do -- but previously didn't know how-- as I step into married life. Her vow writing guidance was invaluable. The ceremony script she prepared and delivered was personal, authentic, and the perfect tone. I had severa people tell me that ours was one of the best weddings they have ever been to, and in the same breath mention the emotional power of the ceremony and Naomi specifically-- so the credit is really hers. A lifetime of thanks to Naomi. You will not regret hiring her-- do it!

recommended her!

our vows and ceremony to uniquely express the two of us as a couple. We received multiple compliments on our ceremony, and Naomi's beautiful and eloquent speech guiding us through our 'I do's.' I highly recommend her to be part of the nuptial process of anyone that is looking for an intimate, lovely expression of their love.

ionship. She also offered wonderful resources and support with vow writing! On the day-of, the ceremony that Naomi crafted felt personal, potent, and was a truly magical experience. We were in awe, and so were our guests. We can't thank her enough and consider her a friend for life!

thing feel sacred, thoughtful, and tailored. I was blown away by all the details she was able to capture. The contents of the ceremony were actually purposefully a surprise and it ended up being so worth it to wait for the moment until we were at the altar. The questionnaire she sent us and meetings she set up to get to know us better also helped us navigate our own feelings and thoughts throughout our wedding process. She supported us every step of the way and even helped review our personal vows. She helped calm my nerves beforehand and was such a calming presence to have with us that day. I am forever grateful <3

or all of our guests, regardless of our religious background. We were so appreciative of her thoughtfulness in writing a ceremony that reflected us as a couple. Many of our guests mentioned how incredible the ceremony was - we truly felt like we shared something special with everyone present that day. She was easy to work with and very responsive through the entire process. I couldn't recommend her more highly!

different backgrounds and we really wanted to work with someone who could respect our differences and embrace who we are as a non-traditional couple. The ceremony was the most important part of the day for my husband and me, and Naomi delivered a truly personalized, warm, and touching experience. We would 100% recommend to anyone looking for an officiant!

elt completely at ease working with Naomi. I would get married all over again to be able to have another ceremony by Naomi.

8/23 at The Sequoia Retreat Center and it was truly perfect. Our number one priority for our wedding was the ceremony itself. Originally we considered having a friend or family officiate, because we thought it could be nice to have someone we know guide us, but we ultimately realized the value in choosing someone who is experienced in ceremonies. So, one night as I was (sort of) trying to fall asleep - but really was scrolling through instagram - I happened upon Naomi's account and her website and instantly knew she was the one. I was very moved by her passion for ceremony and the approach she takes to officiating. I immediately told my partner, Luke, about her and we both agreed she would be the perfect person to marry us. Naomi was the first vendor we reached out to, met with, and hired for our wedding. Our zoom meetings with her were easeful as she was able to guide us through them. Any communication we had with her leading up to the wedding was wonderful and her response time was quick. She had us each individually fill out a questionnaire with the purpose of us reflecting on our past, preparing us for our future, and so she could get the information she needed to write the custom ceremony. She helped us with writing our vows and gave great feedback. She provided deadlines for us far in advance of the wedding so that nothing was last minute and she supported us throughout the whole process. She was flexible in creating a payment plan that worked for us. And she gave us our written ceremony after the wedding for us to keep and look back at. The ceremony was beyond special and it our favorite part of the day. Every word was meaningful, it was perfectly tailored to our relationship, and we loved the way our guests were involved. We received so many compliments, many guests saying it was their favorite part of the wedding and the best ceremony they had ever experienced. It had us and our guests buzzing in a love bubble the rest of the day and night. I wish I could relive it over and over again. If your ceremony is important to you, I highly recommend Naomi <3 Some things that stood out for me included: (1) Naomi being able to make it to the rehearsal. Her presence made me feel a lot more grounded and she helped us all, everyone involved in the ceremony, feel connected and ready. (2) Even during our zoom meetings Naomi did a great job of making Luke and I feel equally heard and seen. (3) When we had some mic issues during our vows, Naomi helped us stay present and continue on. (4) Naomi was able to make every single guest feel present, grounded, and attentive during our ceremony. (5) Prior to our wedding my husband and I had been together for 7+ years, so we weren't expecting to feel much different after the wedding. However, we woke up the following day feeling different. Feeling the change in our relationship to husband and wife. We attribute that feeling and that change to our ceremony and it solidified in our minds how truly sacred ceremony is.

ransformation potential and importance of ceremony and ritual. What Naomi said really resonated with us, and we're so grateful to have experienced that ourselves at our wedding From the initial meeting about our values and what the wedding and marriage means to us, to the detailed questionnaire and discussions that followed, Naomi took the time to get to know us as individuals and as a couple. During the vow-writing process and lead-up to the wedding, she was incredibly generous in her offers of guidance and reassurance. The vow writing tutorial provided and subsequent editorial suggestions were so helpful. The ceremony is something we will treasure for the rest of our lives. Naomi got right to the heart of our relationship with her speech, and many guests expressed their appreciation of the ceremony to us afterward. We are so grateful to Naomi for guiding and defining the occasion with us. Thank you, Naomi!

omi, we knew that our wedding ceremony was going to be something truly magical. During our initial wedding planning discussions, we agreed on the importance of incorporating a custom and non-traditional ceremony, that allowed for ourselves and our guests the opportunity to slow down and honor the sacredness of the rite of marriage. We knew it was essential for us to find an officiant who not only aligned with our personalities, values and world views, but also understood the significance of ceremony and ritual. Over the 11 months of wedding planning, Naomi took the time to get to know us as a couple, delving into our journey over the past 16 years and understanding the intricate details of our relationship. This was evident throughout our entire ceremony, which was beautifully custom-tailored to reflect our individual story. It was unlike any wedding ceremony we (nor our guests) had ever witnessed – which incorporated a blend of non-traditional elements, including depth psychology themes, nature, metaphor and ritualistic symbolism. Naomi created an experiential ceremony in which our guests were not mere spectators, but active participants. The participation of our guests allowed us to collectively share in the love and joy of our union while highlighting our loved one’s integral role in our story, making our wedding not just an event to witness, but an experience to be a part of. Naomi’s fearlessness allows her to step outside the boundaries of convention, which resulted in a wedding that was an authentic reflection of our love. Naomi was influential in helping us create our dream wedding which was an unforgettable and transcendent experience that we are still feeling to this day. Our deepest gratitude to Naomi for making our wedding ceremony such a meaningful catalyst into our new chapter of life together.

so thoughtful and authentic throughout the process leading up to the wedding. This included helping us think deeply about our marriage, and workshopping our vows until they were perfect. The ceremony she created was nothing short of magical. Her ability to ground such a large group of people and make everyone feel completely present in the moment is so special. She took the time to really understand Peter and I both as individuals and as a couple, and reflected us both beautifully with her words. We had many guests come up to us and comment on what a special ceremony Naomi created. This included guests who didn't understand English, but could feel the love and sacredness that Naomi brought to the space. We highly recommend Naomi - there's no one better to help you step into this next phase of life together!

d into every moment made our special day truly unforgettable. Your ability to create a meaningful and inclusive ceremony that reflected our values and beliefs meant the world to us. We are forever grateful for your guidance, support, and the beautiful memories you helped us create. Thank you for being an integral part of our journey and for making our wedding day a true celebration of love. With heartfelt appreciation, Kaylie and Kody

e ceremony she delivered was downright beautiful. Naomi highlighted everything that was important between my wife and I, and made sure to incorporate our families, friends, and even those who couldn't be there to celebrate with us in the ceremony speech. We couldn't have asked for a better experience, thank you Naomi!

of itself, allowing us to reflect on our journey up until that point and focusing us on the ‘why’ of the wedding. Our ceremony was beautiful beyond belief; It was both heartfelt and funny, poignant and down to earth. It was also true to us and our story, integrating aspects of our identities (Judaism, queerness, disability, etc) in respectful and meaningful ways. Afterward, we lost track of the number of people who told us that it was the best wedding ceremony they had ever been to (many adding “including my own”). Thank you, Naomi, for guiding us along this journey. If you are searching for an officiant to help you craft and execute a ceremony that is meaningful, memorable, and reflective of you as a couple, Naomi is your person.

grounded us and her presence was lovely. Thank you! ❤️

meone who could go beyond copying and pasting our names into an officiant script, we wanted something unique. Naomi's thorough questionnaire and discovery meetings helped her create a ceremony that truly represented who we are as individuals and as a couple. The material she put together was thoughtful and intentional, and she delivered it beautifully. We got many compliments from our wedding guests mentioning how incredible the ceremony was. We couldn't agree more. We highly booking Naomi for your wedding!

othing and therapeutic (especially for me, who was having a nervous breakdown). She made a personalized script for us created us this space around the beautiful sceneries of Redwood trees that made us felt more deeply interconnected with each other. She also definitely knows how to keep ne calm before the wedding as well. Before I walked out to the ceremony, I was feeling these crazy feels and I started crying — omg talk about ruining my makeup already with a nervous breakdown haha! As she came into the room with me, she came up to me and calmed me down with these unique scents of the natural oil that she was wearing. She told me that these oils were the purest cleanest oil in the world and that they really helped keep us calm. She puts the oil on me and helped me calmed down. I also love how she doesn’t judge me at all! She gave such clear distinct instructions on what is it that we need to do during the ceremony, and she also tells me that it is perfect to cry and show my true feelings — so I totally bawled in front of her without any embarrassment hahahaha She was so sincere and so awesome! I know she was only with us for an hour during the wedding, but she really made me feel like I knew her for so long. Thank you so much again for everything Naomi! It was such an intricate yet enlightening experience to have you as a part of our journey ♥️

really gets to know you and your partner to be able to deliver an amazing ceremony.

e. Working with Naomi was the best decision we made while planning our wedding-- she encouraged me to be my most authentic self amidst a stressful, busy planning process, which in turn allowed me to be seen and held by our shared community-- which is all I ever wanted from this life transition. We heard RAVES from our guests about our ceremony. I expected it from my friends who are like-minded, but I had no idea how much my parent's friends and family would feel the impact, too-- I'm talking about my Catholic, Mormon, Evangelical Christian family/family friends alike, who all gushed to us about how beautiful the ceremony was! It's clear that our ceremony set the tone for an absolutely magical, intimate, emotional rest of the wedding day-- the energy was palpable and that is what we'll remember most. We're so grateful to Naomi for facilitating that energy and we know it will carry us through this next phase of our journey, as newlyweds. Naomi's compassionate intuition, knowing when I was struggling with the opinions of others and helping me advocate for myself, and the time and energy she spends to truly understand you & your partner, was exactly what we needed throughout the process. Highly, highly recommend working with Naomi :)

and she absolutely exceeded our expectations! We really enjoyed and appreciated her process, which is in depth, personal, and tailored to create something that is uniquely yours. She helped us to get to the heart of our 'why', rather than doing things because they are traditional or expected of us. From start to finish, we felt incredibly supported by Naomi's kind and compassionate nature and depth of wisdom from years of experience. She walked us through some very emotional and difficult decisions, and provided valuable advice as well as enough space for us to make the choices that felt right for us. When we heard our ceremony for the first time on your wedding day, we were unbelievably present in those moments, hanging on each word, which Naomi delivered so beautifully. It was really important to us that our ceremony reflected our values and shared them potently with all of our family and friends, and Naomi delivered this in spades! So many of our guests told us that it was the best ceremony they had even attended, how unique it was, and how it was so 'us'. We are deeply grateful to Naomi for helping us to make this ceremony a reality and we will cherish it forever. We truly can't recommend Naomi enough for any ceremony or passage in life you wish to mark and move through with intention!

and as a couple and was so professional and knowledgeable through it all. We had several people tell us after our wedding that our ceremony was the most beautiful one they had ever heard - so unique and captivating. Her calming presence really helped ground me before the ceremony and I am so thankful. Naomi really was such a big part of what made our day the best ever and we cannot thank her enough!!!

ld not recommend Santa Cruz Officiant more.

nal wedding photographer and I’ve heard 500+ wedding ceremonies. We spent a lot of time making each and every aspect of our wedding day very personal and full of love. Naomi truly came through with a ceremony that matched and exceeded that energy and we are very grateful. She created a ceremony that felt like us and that honored our commitment to each other and our people, that recognized both our relationship as it is and what it can and will become. She talked about love in a way that felt like something we recognize, something that defines our relationship with each other, but also with our families, our community, and our Earth. We wanted our ceremony to be a true marker of our transition into marriage; a ceremony that was weighty, aligned to our values, and inspired both us and our guests to be present for love, for life, and each other. Her ceremony felt personal in both a deeply grounded and truly thankful and joyful way. The way that her ceremony wove together all of these dreams and elements is something we will never forget. Naomi is a magician when it comes to this rite of passage; if you are looking for an officiant who will work with you to both usher you into marriage with heart and create a ceremony that is truly tailored to you, she’s the one. The magic in the ceremony she created for us was truly her: Her writing, her pulling of perfect quotes, her ability to create something concrete out of the ephemeral *feeling* that we told her we wanted to focus on in our ceremony. She truly took the time to hear us, to listen to who we are and why we fit together, and to write a ceremony that reflected all of that back to us and our community. She performed our ceremony with poise, power, love, and grace. She commanded focus and attention during our ceremony without being at all attention seeking and then she shared that energy back out to the world and our guests. She will listen to who you are and what you want and create a ceremony that fits you. My perfect ceremony is probably not your perfect ceremony; she is very good at listening and learning who you two are and will create something truly attuned to you. I also wanted to talk money. Naomi is not cheap and weddings are expensive. It can be hard on the budget to go from planning to have a friend officiate your wedding or from hiring somebody who will read their usual “wedding ceremony” document on your day to hiring a true ceremony professional. Choosing Naomi meant that we cut some other things out of our wedding budget and DIY’d some of what we were originally planning on hiring for. Having made those choices, I would, without a doubt, hire her again. Naomi is redefining what an officiant can and should be and she is worth every penny that she charges. Whether you make your budget bigger to accommodate her or cut costs elsewhere to prioritize your ceremony, you will not regret it. I am so glad we made the choices that we did and I would unequivocally recommend the same choice to anybody who wants a meaningful ceremony. Many guests told us that our ceremony touched them, too. One friend wrote, “That gorgeous ceremony made us feel more *alive,* more in love, so deeply moved. What a beautiful moment in the universe!” We couldn’t agree more.

rsation with her and immediately could tell she was what we were looking for. She seemed very calming and experienced when we met her. My wife and I both don’t love the spotlight and we’re unsure about whether we wanted to read our vows or not, and after talking it through with Naomi we decided we would read our vows. We are so happy we decided to do so! Naomi does a non religious ceremony that is spiritual and wholesome. When we got to the alter my wife and I were both surprised at how relaxed we were. Naomi has a very calming and soothing voice. It’s very obvious she has done tons of ceremony’s by the way she makes everyone feel at ease. The words she used carry weight and meaning. It was amazing to hear how many people complimented her ceremony during the dinner/reception portion of our wedding. She was a total hit and a few couples even asked for her information. There were some people that were so blown away they were reciting full sentences she used. I cannot give Naomi enough praise for how she made my wife and I feel totally at ease at the alter, and for the beautiful words she used to wed my wife and I. If you’re looking for a calming and experienced officiant, you’re in the right place. Thank you so much Naomi for making our ceremony so beautiful and memorable!

esent to watch us get married. From first meeting her, I felt so connected to Naomi, as she really seems to care so deeply for the couples she marries. Naomi created an absolutely unforgettable experience for us and we would recommend her in a heartbeat!

l together beautifully! Thank you, Naomi!

ve Naomi perform our ceremony. After our ceremony - guests came up to us all night to tell us that her ceremony was the most beautiful /meaning full ceremony they have ever heard. Wow, she truly has a way with words. Additionally, throughout the entire process she was extremely prompt and detailed with her emails and other information. She also sent out an information packet that helped us figure out how to obtain our marriage liscense when arriving in Cali. Thank you so much Naomi for helping making our day and moment so absolutely amazing. Thank you again. With love, Shannon &Nicole

cky-ness that a lot of non-denominational weddings end up with. Our ceremony felt true to us and so special. She helped me SO much with my vows and was so patient with me through rewrites. She built so much trust for us and was warm, professional and reliable! Hiring Naomi was the best way to use our wedding funds that we possibly could have chosen.

felt ceremony that reflected us well. Several of our family members shared with us afterward that they loved it and found it very meaningful. Naomi was also a calming, grounding presence on our wedding day. I certainly recommend her as an officiant!

nsition into our life partnership together.

felt so comfortable with her and would happily recommend her to anyone.