Overview of Services - see also more detailed info
Craniosacral Therapy
Craniosacral Therapy is a gentle form of bodywork that supports a regulated nervous system, addresses pain and constriction, and resources us for a fuller expression of health.
Please contact Nicola Usher RMT cell: 519-949-3822 or nicola.acalmretreat@gmail.com
Massage Therapy
Massage Therapy is a manipulative therapy of the soft tissues of the body, engaging the nervous system and circulatory system to help free restrictions, decrease pain and increase range of motion.
Nicola Usher RMT offers some gentle mobilizations, fascial stretching and Manual Lymph Drainage in the context of a Craniosacral session.
Naturopathy
“Naturopathic medicine is a distinct primary health care profession built on a patient-centred approach that emphasizes prevention, treatment, and optimal health through the use of therapeutic methods and substances that support the body’s natural ability to heal and help the patient achieve sustainable health and wellness. Naturopathic medicine focuses on an understanding of the origins of acute and chronic disease and working to support and assist the body’s natural ability to heal, getting to the root cause of what’s wrong. Naturopathic assessment, diagnosis and treatment of the individual patient are accomplished by integrating modern and traditional care which includes clinical and laboratory diagnostic techniques.”
— Ontario Association of Naturopathic Doctors
Please contact Dr. Danielle DeBlock, ND cell: 519-703-1827
Naturopathic Doctor and Birth Doula
www.drdanielledeblocknd.com
Somatic Experiencing
Somatic Experiencing is a therapeutic process used to engage the natural responses of the nervous system to release stress and trauma.
Peter Levine developed this technique over the past 40 years to help remove the barriers of trauma so that we can reconnect to our authentic and present selves.
Somatic Experiencing can be used to heal from trauma as well as to increase our connection to our body and inner wisdom.
Resources for exploration:
Somatic Experiencing International https://traumahealing.org
Youtube videos by Irene Lyon or Dr. Stephen Porges and Deb Dana on the Polyvagal Theory and approach to trauma and stress work.
Podcast by Dr. Alauna Curry - Minding Your Amygdala
Podcast by Myrna McCallum - Trauma-Informed Lawyer
The Trauma-Sensitive Mindfulness Podcast - David Treleaven
Please contact Nicola with any questions to explore whether SE may be helpful:
* Nicola Usher SEP cell: 519-949-3822 or nicola.acalmretreat@gmail.com