The People
I Work With
Is this right for you?
I primarily support mothers and career-focused women who, despite years of 'self-work', are still experiencing:
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Fight-Flight States: 'mind that never stops', insomnia, 'wired and tired', anxiety, panic, rage
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Shutdown states: Exhaustion/Burnt out, depression, hopelessness, digestive issues
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Freeze or Fawn states: A confusing combination of anxiety (or anger) but stuck, loss of voice, can't act. Difficulty setting boundaries, people pleasing.
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Difficulty connecting to their bodies (things are too fast/loud or too foggy).
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Are seeking natural, body-based solutions to feel better.
"After my first session, I knew I needed to sign up for more. The trauma I endured as a child stemmed deep and has caused me to feel stuck in my adult life in many ways. It is through your somatic sessions that I finally dove deeper and I now feel I have the tools to tackle the stressors that come my way going forward. ~ CM
"Before working with Joy, I was overwhelmed by stress from past trauma and struggled to feel safe in my own body. Through her somatic sessions, I gained control over my physical responses and learned to establish healthy boundaries while understanding what it truly means to hold space for myself and others. Joy's approach created a safe environment where healing could happen naturally, even when my mind wasn't fully present, my body knew the work was helping me heal.
~ Candice
I frequently work with men, women, and teens experiencing clusters of symptoms, such as;
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Anxiety, panic attacks, shortness of breath,
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Sleep disorders,
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Cognitive disorders, poor focus
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Dissociative disorders/personality shifts
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Digestive disorders, chronic pain/fatigue
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Post-concussion syndrome
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Illness during pregnancy, severe PMS
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Rare conditions involving nervous system dysregulation
"Joy's knowledge and passion helped me find more peace and serenity in my life through breathing...I experienced great improvements after each visit."
~ Kelly K (recovering from traumatic brain injury, sleep disorder)
I take professional referrals from;
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Osteopaths
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Occupational Therapists
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Naturopathic Doctors
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Physiotherapists
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Psychologists
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Psychotherapists and Counsellors
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Myofunctional Dentists
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Birth Professionals
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Case Managers (WCB, Workplace Disability)
Reach out if you have questions about a client referral.
Notes about complex psychological challenges (i.e. PTSD/cPTSD, Personality Shifts, Neurodivergence)
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Joy has training and/or experience working with clients recovering from intergenerational, childhood, and adult traumatic events, personality disorders, and ADHD.
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Joy is NOT a licensed therapist or registered counselor (health insurance varies by plan).
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Joy's scope of practice includes increasing autonomic regulation by;
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Increasing client's knowledge, self-awareness, and body-based skills to shift their states.
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Increasing ability to resource and find safety in the world and within their body.
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Improving Interoceptive (connection to inner felt sense) quality and accuracy
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Elimination of dysfunctional breathing habits causing and/or exacerbating various conditions.
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Clients are advised to continue support with their therapist/psychologist and/or physician.
Addiction Recovery:
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Client's are required to be sober at appointments and actively engaging in recovery (1:1 or group)
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This work is a tremendous source of self-understanding, self-regulation, and a compliment to traditional therapy.
"Joy epitomizes the phrase “soft and strong”. She is really clear in how she engages with me, and always asks permission before we explore. I find her support really helps me feel my feelings (both vulnerable feelings and feelings of strength), and I have learned to manage my nervous system in a way that has lead me to more peace and both personal and professional success." ~ Glenn S.
Needing consistent support for complex, chronic symptoms?
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Symptoms related to complex medical or trauma history require consistent support over time.
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A variety of support plans with payment options are available to meet the unique needs of clients.