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Reiki Levels 1, 2 and 3
Reiki is a simple and safe method of spiritual healing and self-improvement that everyone can use. This "Life force energy" is a natural part of the energy that flows through us.
Reiki Level 1 includes:
  • Explanation of Reiki and its history and origin
  • Benefits and uses of Reiki
  • Ethical Guidelines
  • The Energy System of the body
  • Practice healing self and other (practicum going through the whole process)
Facilitator: Navroz Sunderji
Sunday, September 19, 10 am to 5 pm.

Students should bring a water bottle, pillow, bed sheet and blanket and wear layers of clothing.
Cost: $150 includes a complete manual, that covers the full level 1 course. A certificate will be issued upon completion of each level.
Level 2:Teaches the different symbols to enhance the practice of Reiki
Dates TBA
Level 3: For those who wish to become Reiki Masters and teach Reiki
Dates TBA
Healing Our Losses
This 4 week structured, closed group provides an opportunity to honour the memories related to passages in your life: career changes, financial crises, loss of health or ability, loss of a loved one, and uses art experiences to initiate a healing process. The group dynamic of Healing our Losses offers insight, companionship and authentic response to the unspeakable pain of the grieving process. Different aspects of grieving will be addressed, each on a separate evening. Learn the key tasks of grief and the common avoidance patterns witnessed in grieving. Become familiar with the non-sequential manner of the grieving process as it unfolds in the art-making process. This group breaks down unproductive myths such a "time heals". This process is about creative exploration not art product. No previous experience is required, simply a need to give visual expression to memories and experiences by tapping into your creativity. Tumbra, a therapy dog, will be present. Note: Stepping Stones can provide temporary support while you are waiting for the next Healing Our Losses to begin
September 13, 20 and October 4, 18, 1:30 to 3:30

Facilitator: Straja Linder King
Location: Strawberry Tree Art Studio, 1107 - 14 Avenue SW

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Cost: $140 includes all materials
Class is limited to 10 people. Please register early.

Toning with Crystal Bowls NEW
Use the healing power of your voice, your intention and the resonance of crystal bowls to
  • clear pain
  • relieve stress
  • promote relaxation
Pain, whether it is physical, emotional, mental or spiritual is a blockage of energy and that block can be moved through intention and sound. Participants will receive a handout on “Toning the Chakras”
Facilitator: Kim Polvi, MLIS, http://www.innervibrations.ca
Monday, September 20; 7 to 9 pm
Cost: $25

Kindred Spirits:Grieving the Loss of a Pet
This heart-felt evening provides both peer support and professional help in expressing your feelings, whether you are anticipating or coping with the sorrow of pet loss. You will gather with other ndividuals and families and share stories about your animal companions in a safe and confidential environment. No artwork is involved in this process. Please bring a photo of your animal companion.

October 20, 1:30 to 3:30 pm
Facilitator: Straja Linder King, View pet loss imagery
Location: Strawberry Tree Art Studio, 1407 - 10 St. SW
Cost: $30 includes all materials
Stepping Stones - Find the Celebrations in the midst of loss
Allow yourself an opportunity to honour the memories related to passages in your life: losing a loved one, moving to a new city, changing employment, enduring an illness, loss of a dream, children leaving home, etc. Healing past hurts will give you new energy for your future. Experience various creative techniques to access deeper meanings in working through the journey of grief in a non-judgmental, supportive, sensitive and beneficial manner. Each session addresses a different theme surrounding transition. There will be opportunities for discussion; however, if you find words too difficult to share, your silent journey will be honoured. Stepping Stones can also be for those wanting ongoing support after or before Healing our Losses, and/or needing daytime sessions while working through all types of transition.
Facilitator: Straja Linder King
Location: Strawberry Tree Art Studio, 1107 - 14 Avenue SW4 Mondays,
October 25; November 1, 8 and 15, 1:30 to 3:30 pm
Cost: $140 includes all materials, Class is limited to 10 people. Please register early.
Individual sessions at $35 may be available. Please call the office.

Celebrating the Artist Within
Click here for information about this and other Imaginitive Evenings for Spiritual Seekers programs.

Energy Medicine Training

This is an in-depth experiential training program in the use of energy medicine for yourself or to work with others. You can take one or all. It is not necessary to take them sequentially.
Time: 9 am to 6 pm
Cost: $145/day
Facilitator: Marsha Read www.soundbalance.org


Part I: Clearing the Self
Energetic distortions within the physical, emotional, mental or spiritual self can compromise health. You will learn how to perform an in depth assessment to identify distortions in the energy system and then practice interventions to move the energy and restore balance.
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Part II: Healing Wounds
Our lives are limited by physical, emotional, mental and spiritual wounds which are energetically stored from the past. You will learn how to release the blocks that result from these wounds and become who you are fully meant to be.
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Part III: Changing Limiting Beliefs
Beliefs are stored in the energy field and dramatically influence how we lead our lives. Learn what beliefs are limiting your life and how to change them. Replace old, unhealthy beliefs with new ones that better serve your highest potential.
September 3

Part IV: Changing Relationships Energetically
Healthy relationships are a key element in personal well-being. Through assessment, evaluation and treatment of the chakra system, you can change your relationships by altering your old energetic patterns. Learn how to free yourself from energetic ties that have hindered your growth.
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Part V: Reshaping Family Energy Patterns
Family dynamics shape our past, our present and our future. In this workshop you will explore family energy patterns and learn to change them through energetic interventions. Seize the opportunity to discover new ways of connecting between and among family members.
See www.energymedicinepartnerships.com for more information
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Cost: $290 for two days

Individual Counselling or Healing Sessions

Healing Touch or Energy Medicine Sessions
Private healing sessions are available daily by appointment.
Cost: $60 ($40 for seniors)
Practitioner: Marsha Read,
www.soundbalance.org

Individual, couple and family sessions with a registered psychologist are available by appointment. Sylvia augments talk therapy with energy healing, enabling you to heal or resolve your concerns in a shorter time frame.
Please see Counselling page for more information.
Counsellor: Sylvia Polay Griffith, MEd, Registered Psychologist
Cost: $120 per hour (will be reimbursable by most medical/dental plans
).

ARC (A Return to Consciousness) Bodywork Therapy is a unique blend of Energy Work combined with body-centered dialogue and creative journeying. If you’ve ever had the experience of ‘knowing’ all about your issues and ‘understanding’ how your past is affecting you but nothing seems to change, ARC Bodywork Therapy is for you. ARC Bodywork is a body-centered approach to therapy that facilitates a deep internal knowing or awareness by gently by-passing the intellect and allowing the body to speak. ARC brings balance as it strengthens our sense of internal Self-Leadership. By allowing parts of ourselves that we have shut out a voice or connection, they no longer need to vie for attention by expressing themselves physically through pain or disease. ARC creates the possibility for change at a systemic level, accessing the resources within us that carry the knowledge of how we are being limited in life, both emotionally and physically. ARC excels in the treatment of emotional issues, especially those issues that affect one’s lifestyle or are reflected by physical discomfort or disease. Please visit: ARC Bodywork Therapy for more information.
Practitioner: Heather Faris  Click here for Heather’s bio.
Cost: $100 for 75 minute session


Career, Life and Retirement Planning Sessions
Carole Kanchier, PhD, is a Registered Psychologist, educator and author of the award-winning, best seller,
Dare to Change Your Job and Your Life. Carole’s mission is to help clients understand change, and empower themselves to manage the various changes occurring within and around them. Her goal is to inspire clients to be all they can be. With over 25 years of demonstrated success in the career, personal growth, learning, development and business fields, Carole can help you find more meaning in life, strengthen intuitive tendencies and develop the strength and courage to make a major life change and attain goals in harmony with the real you.
Please go to www.daretochange.com
for more information.

Counsellor: Carole Kanchier
Cost: TBA
Core Vitality Holistic Therapies
Body Talk, Living Spirit Readings, Reiki, Energy Balancing and Spiritual Counselling.
Practitioner: Marie Gelinas Giles
Cost: $85 per hour
Please click here for more information about Marie's services

Individual Art Therapy Sessions
Private Art Therapy sessions are available by appointment in the Strawberry Tree Art Studio, 1107 - 14 Ave. SW
Counsellor: Straja Linder King, Please go to Strawberry Tree Studio for more information.
Cost: $125 per session (includes art materials).

Location: Strawberry Tree Art Studio, 1107 - 14 Avenue SW

Yuen Method™ Chinese Energetic Medicine
The Yuen Method ™ is a form of Chinese Energetic Medicine that has taken ancient Chinese healing and combined it with a blend of modern western knowledge, energetic technique, quantum physics and Qi and Shen Gong training.
With over 19 years experience in various healing modialities, Lori brings a wealth of knowledge to her work
Please click here for more information about Lori's services
Practitioner: Lori Lehnert
Cost: $80 per hour

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