work with joy
I share trauma-informed somatic practice to support the restoration of coherence. My mission is to anchor more love on Planet Earth for collective liberation and thriving.
A holistic approach rooted in compassion
My work draws on a range of evidence-based modalities, including Yoga Therapy, Integrative Restoration (iRest) Yoga Nidra, and Somatic Experiencing to assist people in building capacity for nervous system regulation and resilience.
As a Certified Yoga Therapist (C-IAYT) and Registered Yoga Teacher (E-RYT 500), I have deep respect and gratitude for yogic traditions and my root teacher T.K.V. Desikachar. I am currently training as a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (Advanced Level) to support clients in resolving trauma.
"Joy is a precious guide. She has a wonderful sense of how to help people feel at ease. I now have more tools for soul-care and mindful living. She is so kind and wise; her tone of voice, her language, her cadence... the content of what she shares and how she shares it - she is really exceptional and so trauma-informed. I felt such a sense of comfort and safety. Fantastic!" - Rituals for Resilience client
As a practitioner, I draw on 15 years of experience to create custom offerings based on client needs and interests. Rates vary on a sliding scale from $60-120 per session.
Individual Sessions
Receive support and attunement in an atmosphere of allowing. These sessions are focused on meeting what is emergent, exploring trauma-informed tools and building a therapeutic alliance.
Group Sessions
Join me in the forested hills of Wakefield, Quebec for Therapeutic Yoga, Sounding Circles and other events. https://www.momoyoga.com/vichara-yoga-shala/schedule
Consulting
Enhance wellness programming for employees or train staff to be trauma-aware. Suitable for non-profit, public, and private sector organizations.
Mentorship
Develop a trauma-informed lens and integrate somatic practices into your work. This offering is for therapists, coaches, facilitators, teachers, etc.
Tools for Supporting Your Whole Being
Somatic Resourcing
Resources act as protective factors or buffers against stress. Anything that feels supportive and helps you settle in your system and come into present time is a resource (e.g. listening to a favourite song, walking in nature, connecting with a loved one, etc.). Somatic resources are body-based (e.g. grounding, centering, breathing, moving, etc).
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Integrative Restoration
iRest is a trauma-informed protocol, which is rooted in the ancient Tantric meditation practice of Yoga Nidra. Studies indicate that iRest is effective in addressing post-traumatic stress, chronic pain, insomnia, anxiety and depression. This practice helps us connect with a somatic sense of well-being no matter what is happening.
