Who the hell am I?

Hi, I’m Casey Urban—a multidisciplinary artist, Portal Magic facilitator, and fierce advocate for pleasure in creation, movement, and self-expression. My unique story comes from years of artistic exploration, transformative healing, and a commitment to helping others reconnect with their authentic selves.

From an early age, I embraced the arts as my sanctuary. Do you remember the giant VHS cameras? Imagine a curly headed mother (in late 80’s/early 90’s garb) holding up one of those bad boys on her shoulder while her two year old stood up on a pop corn tin with a toilet paper roll as a microphone for hours on end.

“Casey I think the battery is dying…” she would say wearily when she finally decided she needed a break. Ha!

By age five I had been in my first play, and by age eight, I was dancing four to five days a week. At 12, I joined a professional touring production of A Christmas Carol (C.D.) and later attended a performance arts high school, specializing in theater and dance. However, life presented challenges that tested my spirit—eating disorders, sexual abuse, and substance misuse. These struggles gave rise to imposter syndrome and led me to step away from the arts for a time. A bit unsure of what to do next, I chose to get a degree in Antrhopology at The University of Texas at Austin.

After earning my degree and deciding NOT to go into Anthropology (lol), I channeled my passion for movement, healing, and adventure into teaching yoga, body image coaching, and a decade-long career as a flight attendant. My yoga journey began in 2008, earning certifications in Bikram Yoga, Dharma Yoga (2013), advanced Dharma Yoga (2014), Yoga for Eating Disorders, and Yoga for All. Each practice deepened my understanding of the mind-body connection, laying the groundwork for my work as a coach and facilitator.

In 2020, when the pandemic hit, I faced a pivotal moment. I was furloughed from my day job, struggling with postpartum depression, and ready to rediscover myself. That year marked the beginning of my personal and professional rebirth. In 2021, I became a certified eating disorder coach under Dr. Dorie McCubbrey, furthering my commitment to helping others heal their relationships with food and their bodies.

A life-threatening experience with abortion in 2021 became a profound turning point. It reignited my artistic spirit and introduced me to Portal Magic, a healing modality that has since transformed my life and the lives of those I work with. Under the mentorship of Bijou Finney (aka @mushroommamasita), I delved deep into this practice, using it to heal from trauma, depression, and loss.

Reclaiming my identity as an artist, I began teaching and competing in pole dancing, performing original music, and creating dance works in New York City. In 2023, I debuted my one-woman show, combining storytelling, pole dance, and original music. The performance, held at Drom Theater in NYC, was a fundraiser for the Lilith Fund, supporting safe abortion access in my home state of Texas.

Inspired by my journey, I founded a secret society for artists—a space to nurture creativity and guide others in following through with their artistic visions. In December 2023, I officially began facilitating Portal Magic ceremonies and coaching sessions. My work is rooted in the belief that healing and self-expression are deeply interconnected.

With over a decade of experience in yoga instruction, a certification in eating disorder coaching, and mentorships in psychedelic healing, I bring a unique blend of modalities to my work. My certifications, alongside 10 years of eating disorder recovery and 4 years of sobriety, inform my compassionate approach to guiding others through their own transformations.

Today, as a mother, artist, wife, and healer, I feel honored to hold space for others on their journeys. Whether through movement, music, or Portal Magic, my mission is to empower you to embrace your wildest, most magical self.