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Acknowledging Treaty 6 & 7 Territories
Somatic Temple operates in the City of Red Deer, Alberta, located on the traditional Treaty 6 territory, ancestral lands of the Cree People. Across the Red Deer River lies Treaty 7 land, home to the Blackfoot People. The city is encompassed within Otipemisiwak Métis Division 3. With a deep respect for these cultures and histories, I strive to create a vibrant and inclusive environment where all voices are heard and celebrated.
CRYSTAL WERAN, RMT, RYT1000 Somatic Yoga Therapist
Hi! My name is Crystal. I am a 2200hr Registered Massage Therapist, trained through the Alberta Institute of Massage, and a 1000hr Somatic Yoga Therapist, trained by Stefani Wilton from Mandorla Yoga Institute. For years I've dreamed of having a facility that supports womxn through a trauma respectful approach. Being a survivor of both early childhood and developmental trauma, I understand firsthand how our past and present get intertwined, and continue to live within the nervous system's response to particular events or situations and result in an activated response from the physical body. I understand the imbalances and swings in and out of triggered states. I understand the common tendencies of dissociation and avoidance, fawning and appeasement, and especially desensitization.
I invite you to experience any one of my services, in an environment where you can drop in and allow yourself to find ease. My intention in our appointments together will always be to facilitate a feminine and trauma respectful approach to healing, helping you discover what your best nourishing practices are. I look forward to healing with you.
Honouring Crystal's Teachers and Mentors
I would like to honour my mentors who have had a huge part in modeling who I have blossomed into today. Thank you to Jocelyn Chouinard (Hadia), who was the first to introduce me to the glory of teaching and holding space for others, through the lens of dance. Thank you to Suhaila and Jamila Salimpour, early teachers in my dance career that opened my mind to the endless possibilities available to me in my body and how to uplevel my technique and performance skills.
To my ultimate dance mentor, Rachel Brice, creator of the 8 Elements of Belly Dance and the Datura Style(TM) Belly Dance format - I am forever grateful for your teachings and for knocking me into humility. You not only showed me how to become the best instructor I could be, you taught me the importance of adapting instruction for learning style. My students are grateful, as well!
Influence and expansion in my Somatic work from the Embody Lab: Dr. Scott Lyons, Dr. Arielle Schwartz, Craig Penner, Karee Powers, and Dr. Bessel Van Der Kolk.
Finally, my gentle guidance from Stefani Wilton, founder of Mandorla Yoga Institute, who has supported my vision and fueled my inspiration resulting in the strength to believe in myself. Somatic Temple is a reality today as a direct result from all of these beautiful people.
So. Much. Gratitude.
TANYA MCLEOD, RMT
Meet Tanya, our new intuitive soul massage therapist at Somatic Temple. With an impressive 13 years of experience as an intuitive clairvoyant psychic medium, Tanya has been a compassionate guide for countless clients. She has assisted them in releasing deep-seated trauma and connecting with loved ones on the other side, often providing comfort and closure.
Her journey into the realm of healing arts began with a profound understanding of the intricate connections between mind, body, and soul alignment.
Tanya's massage therapy sessions combine her skills as a psychic medium with massage techniques, creating a transformative experience for her clients. Tanya's mission is to empower women, encouraging them to embrace and live freely in their own power, and to discover the immense strength that resides within them.
Join Tanya on this incredible healing journey and experience a profound balance of mind, body, and soul. Discover the transformative power of her sessions and embrace a new sense of balance and vitality in your life. Learn more about Tanya and book your session to begin your path to holistic well-being and empowerment.
Trauma Respectful
Trauma takes residence in the nervous system and affects the soft tissues of our body. Anything and everything can become an unwelcome source of activation in our nervous system, placing us in an unsettling feeling of discomfort within our own bodies. My own history of developmental disruption from early childhood trauma places me in a position where I am uniquely qualified to assist other women who are ready to move past their story of why and into the action of reclaiming themselves.
Tailored Sessions
Every appointment is unique. My utmost intention is to create a supportive environment where we can establish safety and ease in your body. By determining where our internal balance has been lost, we can find a solution to bring ourselves back into homeostasis.