Winnipeg Herbalist, Certified Athletic Therapist + Somatic Therapist

I am a Certified Athletic Therapist, Somatic Therapist, Integrative Breathworker and Clinical Botanical Therapist (herbalist). My professional practice has been born out of my own experiences as a patient, athlete with various injuries and human moving through her own experiences in healing.

My Journey

Movement was my first love affair, which led me down a therapeutic path. From there I met the breath, the nervous system, bodywork and experienced what it means to be an impactful therapist from practitioners I met on the client side of the table, as well as experiences I have had as a practitioner.

I have spent time as a personal trainer, medical equipment salesperson, first responder, group movement instructor and coach, certified athletic therapist, breathworker, mentor, somatic therapist, energy worker, herbalist, performance coach and embodiment coach.

My practice has always been focused on education, seeing the whole person amidst all the parts and supporting my clients in enhancing their relationship to themselves amidst the chaos of life. I see clients out of the wonderful St Norbert Arts Centre as well as Collaborative Health Clinic on Corydon Ave.

I am one of very few Certified Athletic Therapists integrating somatic therapies and trauma informed practices, and one of few Winnipeg herbalists that have additional training in trauma informed, somatic therapies along with my experience in the movement and health sciences world.

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What to Expect

Your first session will always include an in depth assessment to get to know you, what is bringing you in and any goals or intentions you have. I support clients with all sorts of things. Some sessions may be focused on getting you back on track after a physical injury, and some sessions may be focused on tuning into the subtle cues from our body to unlayer long held tensions or sensations. Kat works with a variety of modalities, including bodywork, breathwork, somatic therapies, herbal remedies, mindfulness and movement.

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What types of cases do I take?

Injury Rehabilitation and Post Trauma Care

As an certified athletic therapist with additional training in trauma sensitive care and somatic therapies, I am a specialist at managing acute and chronic injuries. This can include anything from a recently injured musculoskeletal area, concussions, post surgical rehabilitation, management of chronic pain or held tension in the body, neurological injuries or condition management and manifestations of PTSD/C-PTSD through body based therapies.

As an Integrative Herbalist, I integrate meaningful and practical natural supports that can range from herbal teas, tinctures to lifestyle guidance and nutritional awareness that support the integration and recovery post injury, illness or trauma.

Chronic Pain or Illness

I work frequently with chronic pain conditions and my philosophy of care is supporting my clients towards practical ways for them to improve their quality of life. This often includes using tools like hands on therapies, breath based techniques, somatic therapies, movement guidance and lifestyle guidance. Whether we are focusing on hands on therapies to support your experience of symptoms, or integrating holistic and herbal based recommendations, I aim to support you in a way that enhances your quality of life and lived experiences.

Ongoing Lifestyle Support

Many of my clients see me for progressive, ongoing care. I offer integrated bodywork, movement facilitation, somatic therapies, breathwork facilitation and embodiment focused coaching as forms of therapy as well as personal development. As a Certified Athletic Therapist I work with athletes, first responders, teachers, kids, seniors, office workers, manual labourers and many others to support them as they move through life. Joining the community of Winnipeg herbalists has added a wonderful, holistic viewpoint to my practice and I am proud to now support clients in accessing plant and lifestyle based health and wellness supports.

Collaborative Care

I believe that we are best served with a team on our side. I am more than willing to collaborate with your existing professionals, and will often make suggestions as we work together on other providers who may be good fits for the context we are in.