YYC Wellness Therapy

Hey strangers!! 👋

What a YEAR it has been! I have such BIG news to share with you all, I have officially listed my beautiful home in Auburn Bay - the one you have all known and loved just about as long as I have!!

What does this mean?! The office will inevitably be moving!! As you all know, I take great care and consideration in all I do for this business, and I will keep you all posted once I have official details in place as far as when and where is concerned. 🎉🙌

For now, head on over to to see this badass babe handle this sale, and sneak a peek into the rest of my home (you know you all want to 😉👀). And hey, if you know anyone looking..... 😏 (see the link below)



https://www.realtor.ca/real-estate/27251059/271-autumn-circle-se-calgary-auburn-bay

Did you know ❔❔

Deep breathing can actually be used as a tool to unlearn the pain response and improve control over chronic pain?! 🤯

This is mainly because it helps activate our bodies parasympathetic nervous system (AKA our relaxation response). Pain itself has a vicious cycle causing our sympathetic nervous system to fire constantly, which causes more stress over time, elevating blood pressure, heart rate, breathing pace, etc. This often leaves those living with chronic pain feeling their pain more intensely and constant.

Here's how you can find relief 👇

1️⃣ Get comfy (sitting of lying down preferably)
2️⃣ Focus your entire attention on your breath, zero distractions
3️⃣ INHALE 3-5 seconds (be sure to allow your belly to expand as you do so, filling your lungs entirely)
4️⃣ EXHALE 3-5 seconds (remove all breath from your lungs, moving your belly as close to your spine as you can)
5️⃣ With each repetition, try to focus your attention on an area of your body that feels painful or tense, release it with each exhale.

How do you feel?!

Don't forget to like and save for reference later!! 💾

Only the luckiest clients get puppy cuddles DURING our sessions 🐶🤍

Do you suffer from hormonal imbalance?? Have you tried seemingly everything with little to no improvement?!

I had this breakthrough idea today...(not saying it's original, but my Manual Osteopathic Therapist brain is trained to explore all the different possibilities when seeking the root cause of dysfunction)

I have been struggling with hormonal migraines for roughly five years.

Being the holistic minded person I am, I have tried EVERYTHING to bring balance to my hormones - NAET, massage, manual osteo, chiro, nutrition, therapy, all of the directions I could think of.

Then I wondered..

Our very first vertebrae, C1, has what is referred to as a viscerosomatic reflex (a relationship between organ and spine essentially) with our pituitary gland (one of our main hormone producers). Is it possible there is any correlation with C1 dysfunction and hormone imbalance?? 🤔

I spoke to my practitioner about my theory and we began mobilizing my C1/C2.

I began looking into research tonight and, though seemingly limited, the Still Research Institute (named after the very founder of Manual Osteopathic Therapy himself!) found that dysfunction at C1/2 was in fact associated with abnormal function of the pituitary which resulted in abnormal hormone secretions!!!

If you're still with me... Isn't this WILD?! 🤯🤯

Not only does this demonstrate the amazing holistic views of Manual Osteopathic Therapy, but it's also an excellent reminder that YOU know your body best.

Sure, I didn't think of this connection first, but now that my mind has connected this as another possible way to balance hormones, I am extremely excited to not only see how it helps me, but spread the word to those of you out there (many of which I have already met in appointments here at the clinic!) suffering with hormone imbalance. 💪

If my has helped you at all, please share the love in the comments below!!! 👇🤍

This week is focused on our social wellness:

I don't know about your weeks so far, but the more stressful my weeks are the more I need time with my girls 🩷🍷

I made sure to schedule a couple get togethers this week, a long overdue lunch date with one of my oldest gal pals & a much needed hot tub hangout!!

Share your plans or hangout in the comments!! 👇👇

Year end is only THREE MONTHS away! 😲🤯

Here's your friendly reminder to pre-book your appointments, (all of them - I'm doing it too!) use up those benefits & start 2024 feeling your best! 💪💪

Most of us go into the year intending to keep up with self care and then life happens, we get caught up and before you know it, it's 90 days to year end. 🥴

✔️ THIS WEEK'S GOAL: Hop online to book your sessions for Manual Osteopathic Therapy AND Massage Therapy (and all your other providers!!)

Hours of Operation:

Overall, this is my schedule. I am open stats should the stats fall on a work day (except Christmas & Thanksgiving or Halloween evening of course!)

Sometimes these may flex but for the most part these are them. If you're ever in need of a spot outside these hours or if you're just having trouble finding a time, please don't hesitate to text me or waitlist yourself from the booking portal!!!

Happy booking! (link in profile!) 🗓️

Wellness is more than just how you feel physically!

Dr. Peggy Swarbrick, PhD created a model of wellness that includes 8 overlapping dimensions. These dimensions are a super helpful guide as we assess where we are currently at and implement changes in the area(s) needing improvement. This will allow us to make small achievable goals along the way!

On it is my hope to set you up with a weekly to address each of these dimensions needs on your own journey to optimal wellness. I hope that you will stay tuned & join in the fun each week! 🫡 🌱

Seems fitting I start off by reintroducing myself for anyone who did forget, and those of you new here!! ✌️

I'm Kara! I'm the sole owner & operator of YYC Wellness Therapy. I pride myself on taking an educational approach in providing a multi-disciplinary treatment plan for clients, specifically those suffering from various chronic pain conditions.

I am a mama to two beautiful girls, two adorable fur babies & one furbaby angel across the rainbow bridge 🌈 💛. Outside of my passion for what I do & my kiddos, I love to get in touch with my inner mermaid, 🧜‍♀️ play video games and spend time with family & friends.

I put my heart and soul into my work & truly love to help empower others on their self care journeys. I hope that if you're reading this you find my story & content useful to you. If I'm lucky I will have the extreme privilege of meeting you in the clinic one day!! 🙏🙏


Yours in wellness 🤍

Remember me?! 👋

Many of you actively visiting the clinic over the last several months are up to date on my major changes, but to my followers who haven't been in the know ... I am still here!!

It's been a wild year for me, with a whole whirlwind of hurdles to cross. However, it's also been a very big year of growth & transition!!

I am coming back at you ready to finish 2023 off strong, with a ton of exciting new things to offer including a major office overhaul!!

Thank you to all my loyal followers for putting up with my silence on social media for so long. Your support means so freaking much!! 🙏🙏

Happy Friday all! 👏 💛

Openings left for the week ahead!!

Time to get your wellness on!! 💛

You GUYYYSSS❕

If there's one thing you should know about me, it's that I truly love what I do, and that I have a huge passion for continuing education. 🤓

That is why I am so excited to announce that I will be completing my training to become a postpartum doula this April!! I cannot wait to be able to offer this service to all my postpartum mamas.

Have you ever hired a postpartum doula? I want to know!! 👇

📣 Extended hours alert!

Offering a variety of times to fit everyone's needs.

Reserve your spot today, link in profile to book!

Our family is always in search of delicious and easy recipes to make, bonus points if they are full of anti-inflammatory goodness.

Tonight we tried this delicious Crockpot Chicken Thigh recipe from and it was a HUGE hit! 🙌

I used raw honey & Braggs liquid aminos for added nutritional benefits and paired it with some coconut oil sauteed broccoli & some jasmine rice. 🍚🥦

If you want to try it out for yourself, head over to the link in my profile for this week's !!

Happy self care Sunday everyone!! ☀️

Our Sundays are *mostly* reserved for down time. Nothing in the calendar, no plans, just soaking up the unbusy. Nothing recharges us more. 🔌

What is the one must-do Sunday ritual you cannot start the week ahead without?!

Long time, no post 👋

Apologies for the radio silence this year, I have been busy thoroughly enjoying life and all, dare I say it...

*POST PANDEMIC*
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Whatever we are calling this period of transition, I am excited to be back and reconnect with you all.


Sending love to all of you for waiting for my return,

Kara

Today we put on our orange shirts for all of those who have suffered in residential schools, to honour them, and to show our commitment to changing the future.

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Every. Child. Matters. ✊

New to the clinic this year, clients booking monthly appointments will receive $5 off their service. No commitment required, simply book in your spot each month to qualify!

Book online: https://noterro.com/calendars/bookOnlineStepOne/ae6920e8896ff6337b0269baf6b1689c

Wellness Wednesday reminder:

It takes a village!! 🏠🏠🏠

Any practitioner that tells you _____________ (insert modality) is the only thing you need, probably doesn't have your best interests in mind. 🤔

While we all secretly want to be the groundbreaking treatment for you, a practitioner truly invested in helping you feel better knows that often times it's best to explore a variety of modalities to find out which combination works best for YOU.

I pride myself in having a strong network of connections to provide you with trusted referrals to alternative therapies that will compliment what I do and further help you on your wellness journey. And I suggest many different therapies based on your needs on a regular basis to clients.

While it can be beneficial in determining what is helping you progress and what isn't to incorporate one modality at a time, you should always be open to explore new therapies!!

And if you're reading this and you're in need of someone like me on your team, I am ALWAYS accepting new villagers to the YYC Wellness Therapy community! 👋🤝 😉

Anyone else started (or finished) their holiday shopping?! 🎄🎅

Don't stress, I've got all the necessities to keep you calm, cozy & stress free this holiday season. 😌

Checkout the link in my profile to see all the goodies I carry and take advantage of my free local delivery to surrounding communities!!

Give 10, Get 10 Fall Promo! 🍂

In celebration of yesterday's big announcement, I'm launching this big promo to go along with it!

How it works:
➡️ You refer someone to the clinic
➡️ They book their first appointment to come in and receive $10 off their first session
➡️ You receive a $10 credit to your account to be used at your discretion

That's it! Your referral must mention you and attend their first session PRIOR to your credit being applied. There's no limit on how many people you send, the more the merrier!! ☺️☺️


Happy booking!!

You heard it here first!! 📢📢

I am SO excited to announce that starting October 1, my doors will be open more then they have ever been before!! 🙌

New hours are coming in hot:

➡️ Tuesdays: 12:30pm - 8:00pm
➡️ Wednesdays: 9:30am - 12:00pm, 5:30pm - 8:00pm
➡️ Thursdays: 12:30pm - 8:00pm
➡️ Fridays: 9:30am - 3:00pm
➡️ Saturdays: 9:30am - 3:00pm

Closed Sundays, Mondays & all statutory holidays!!

Leave some emoji love in the comments below if you are as excited as I am!!! 😄🙌🙋‍♀️💙
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How could you possibly have a bad day with a sky as beautiful as this?! 🌄🌇

Trying to make a habit of watching more of these as a part of my morning routine. In this chaos of the world's current "situation" (I'm at the point where saying covid is the equivalent of saying Voldemort 😅) I find slowing down to appreciate the little things all that more crucial to my survival.

I hope your day is as beautiful as today's sunrise! 💛

STRESSED OUT??

Ahh Mondays..... Am I right!? 😅

Let's fix that. Wherever you are right now, whatever you're doing, I want you to STOP 🛑

Take a deep breath... 🌬️

And book yourself in for one of my new mid day appointments now available at 1:30pm Monday to Thursday!! 💆



www.yycwellnesstherapy.ca

ESSENTIAL OILS

Did you know 👇

Essential oils have been around for over 5000 years!?! 🤯🤯

While the research may still be lacking in a variety of ways, essential oils have many benefits, including:

✔️ Lowering stress
✔️ Improving sleep
✔️ Reducing inflammation
✔️ Boosting the immune system
✔️ Speeding up healing

That's why I am SO excited to announce my newest additions to the clinic from ! I believe that essential oils can be a very powerful tool for you to use at home, and thoroughly enjoy diffusing them in the clinic for you to enjoy.

Checkout my profile or DM me to learn more!! ❤️

MORNING MANTRA ⚠

I look forward to each new day as it gives me a new chance to grow. 🌱

Repeat as needed for an excellent week ahead!

MASSAGE BENEFITS!? 🤔

In honor of international relaxation day, I thought a quick overview of one of the most universally known relaxation methods was necessary.

For a modality as well known as massage therapy, I still get asked ALOT if I think massage will help someone's symptoms 🙋

So here's a little reminder WHY regular massage therapy is so important (besides being relaxing):

✔️ Reduced anxiety & depression
✔️ Decreased stress levels
✔️ Improved circulation
✔️ Increased joint mobility & flexibility
✔️ Reduce pain
✔️ Improves sleep

Now tell me... When was your last massage?? 😅

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WHO NEEDS SLEEP!?! 🤔

Literally EVERY human being. When someone tells me they don't need sleep, my eyes roll so far back into my head you can't even begin to imagine.... 🙄🙄

Did you know ❔

Lack of sleep can affect metabolism, hormone regulation and is linked with many disorders including mood disorders, impaired immune function and neurodegenerative diseases.

WEEKLY WELLNESS CHALLENGE ❕🙅‍♀️

You're going to pick a set time to be in bed and stick to it for the next 7 days!! 😴💤

Trouble falling or staying asleep?? Try these:
✔️ Take melatonin 💊
✔️ Try listening to a sleep podcast such as Nothing Much Happens; bedtime stories for grownups OR some binaural beats for sleep 🎶
✔️ Use a blue light filter on your devices or blue light blocking glasses 👓
✔️ Consider dedicating time before bed to non tech practices such as reading or stretching 🧘‍♀️
✔️ Cool down your room! Your body temp naturally drops at night, and so should your bedroom temp!! 😎
✔️ Sip some sleep inducing tea 🍵 (love me my blue lavender mix)

Have any more pro tips to share!?! Drop them below in the comments! 👇 👇

A special shout out to all my new clients over the last few months!! 📣📣

This is just the beginning 👋