About Joy
As a Somatic Practitioner, my greatest joy is witnessing clients experience self-regulation, self-compassion and self-trust.
Those moments are the gold.
My greatest personal achievement is I have transmuted self-criticism into tremendous self-appreciation. I have overcome;
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An adolescent eating disorder
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The related body dysmorphia that followed me into my 40's
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A traumatic loss that led to depression and suicidal ideation
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Corporate burn out
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Raising a 'high vibe' child, very imperfectly
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Seasonal Affective Disorder
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The imposter syndrome and shame that often accompanied many of these struggles
Most importantly, I've learned the difference between healthy coping strategies and true self-regulation. I didn't do this alone, and you don't have to either.
'What progress, you ask, have I made? I have begun to be a friend to myself.' ~Hecato
My Somatic & Breathwork Training;
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Certified Breathing Behavior Analyst Professional School of Breathing Sciences (Dr. Peter Litchfield), 2024
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Certificate of Completion 'Repairing the Vagus Nerve' (Jessica McGuire, Nervous System School March 2022)
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Certificate of Completion - 'Intelligent Motion Training' @Somakinese School (Kaila June Keliikuli, Idaho, USA 1 year online immersion program, 2021)
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Functional Breathing Recovery (50 hr - LV Kusch, Numa Somatics, 2020)
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Trauma Sensitive Breathwork (50 hr Trevor Yelich, Numa Somatics 2019)
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Somatic Movement/Pandiculation Therapist - SomaSensing TM Intuitive Somatic Therapy (Yasmin Lambat, South Africa, 2019)
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Numa Breathwork Facilitator (Completed 300 hr) @ Numa Somatics Integrated Breathwork Therapy (Trevor Yelich, Canada, 2018)
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Certified Holding Space Practitioner @ Center for Holding Space (Heather Plett, Canada, 2017-2019)
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Bodymind BallworkTM Facilitator (Ellen Saltonstall, New York)
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Certified Yoga Teacher (RYT 500 2010-2022)
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15 years leading groups, private clients, weekly classes & workshops
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On-going professional CE related to trauma integration and human behavior.
Related and value-added skills, certifications and experience;
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Medical Laboratory Technologist, 1994
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Adult Education Certificate (St. Francis Xavier University 2004)
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12 years experience in Corporate Training & Development, Quality Systems, Management, & Pharmaceutical Operations
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Volunteer ~ Parent Counsel Chair
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Volunteer - Founder and Chair of 'Connect' - A Community Day for Women & Girls
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Philosophy studies – Classical Yoga, Kashmir Shaivism, Theravada Buddhism
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Experience with Vipassana, Mindfulness Meditation (retreats with Shirley Johannesen)
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Ayurvedic Studies, Yoga Health Coaching & Workshop Facilitator
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4th Dan Black Belt Taekwondo (15 years, competitive athlete, instructor)
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Presenter a various community and corporate wellness events
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CPR
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Mental Health First Aid
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ASIST - Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training