Welcome!
The Embodied Family Circle™
Heart Centred Parenting for
Sensitive & Neurodiverse Families
This is for you if...
Small moments can quickly become overwhelming - sensory meltdowns, school avoidance, the works...leaving you running on empty before the day has even begun
You're over the guilt that creeps in when you're triggered and you react, knowing it just makes it worse... but it's soo hard when you're exhausted and on-edge, trying to hold it all together ALL the time
You've tried strategies but they don't seem to stick, leaving you back at square one unsure where to get support that honours your family's needs
You've quietly been grieving not having the parenting experience you hoped for - while feeling misunderstood by others leading to more frustration, guilt and isolation
Underneath it all, you just want to feel calm, connected, and confident in how you support your child.
Are you ready for holistic support that begins with capacity & permission?
Nothing is wrong with you, or your child.
Part of what you're seeing is that you’ve been unsupported and carrying too much for too long.
Additionally, most parenting advice focuses on behaviour - what to say and do. But behaviour is not the root, the nervous system is. When you or your child become overwhelmed, we go into survival mode - those learned subconscious protection patterns surface. And other parenting advice will focus here, but then what do we do in the moment if we're caught in our inner world? How do we respond appropriately based on our child's needs?
This is just part of what makes The Embodied Parent Circle™ different.
I help you understand the root of the concern and hear with your heart. Through Somatic work I help you address your subconscious and learned patterns, understand your child's stage of development from a Neuro-Affirming lens, and work with both of your nervous systems in the moment - not against them. This is a powerful combination, empowering you and your child. Rather than all the therapy appointments (where children often mask or it's novel so they respond differently), I show you how to make simple shifts at home so change is actually sustainable within your family system. I help you understand what's hidden below the surface, to foster holistic change that honours your family's unique needs and values.
If this feels like the kind of support you’ve been missing,
you’re in the right place.
Imagine...
Having access to holistic support from someone who's worked with sensitive and ND families over 15 years, enabling you to create sustainable change that actually honours your family's values
Understanding your child on an even deeper level, so you can hear the heart of their concern, and respond with curiosity and compassion, strengthening your bond so they feel safe coming to you with little and big concerns
The relief you feel when you understand the neuroscience, sensori-motor & Somatic aspects... so you can meet your child where they're at, empowering them to thrive!
Waking up feeling nourished, calm, and present so you can foster healthy co-regulation in your family system... and cherish the special moments!
Having the support of a community you can access anytime, who gets!
Empower your child to thrive & enjoy your parenting journey!
Raising a highly sensitive or neurodivergent child is not always easy, but it also doesn't have to be hard.
As a highly sensitive (AuDHD) mom with children who follow similar patterns, I get this.
Coming from a family with sensitivities, neurodiversity, and trauma, I get this.
As a woman who has worked with children almost all my life, I get this.
I was given the gift of breathwork and meditation from my Mam when I was a child, who approached our concerns very holistically. Although I set out for business school, after a near death experience at twenty-two, I quickly returned to my healing and teaching roots, reconnecting with my life purpose I recognized as a child.
I am passionate about learning and integrating holistic practices to empower sensitive and neurodiverse families.
As parents, we hold an incredible opportunity to create change for ourselves, our families & future generations.
With co-regulation beginning in utero, we play a vital role in influencing our children's nervous system and subconscious.
And our little teachers who are highly attuned to our energy, offer us the opportunity to grow and find
greater alignment... which makes it so important for us to first,
Nourish ourselves so we can tune into our inner wisdom and lead by example.
This is especially true for those of us who have a highly sensitive or ND child, and even more critical if we also are.
In working with a myriad of presentations, spectrums and overlaps of sensitivities, from sensory processing differences (not disorder), to ADHD, to Autism, PDA, anxiety and beyond, I have learned a thing or two.
One is that capacity comes first. When we foster this, then we can begin to create safety in our system. This is felt by our children, which helps them to be able to understand their experiences, not override their system or boundaries, and know when to ask for help. This is how we change generational patterns, and end unhealthy systemic cycles and patterns of disconnection, which sensitive and ND children are disproportionately prone to.
What are your sacred child's unique gifts?
Our highly sensitive and neurodivergent children are very tuned into our energy. When we understand our child's uniqueness, parenting becomes significantly easier. We understand why they sometimes do the things that trigger us, and support them from a heart-centred space.
And when we respond from this heart centred space, we help them explore and express their needs, unwinding generational patterns and empowering them with powerful life-skills! Instead of shutting down, they know they have a powerful ally who will stand by them whatever challenge comes their way.
My passion for coaching parents
This comes from a deep desire to help you enjoy your journey, and foster a life-long, loving bond with your child.
Many of my clients experienced challenging births or postpartum, with a lack of support.
As a result, there's often unresolved trauma trapped in the family nervous system.
This is then amplified with the challenges of raising a highly sensitive or neurodivergent child.
Most of my clients are Moms who come to me after tirelessly trying other strategies that don't work for their child.
We can do all sorts of therapy with children, but if it's not supported holistically... it's not sustainable.
All of my clients are incredible parents who want the best for their child, but feel lost & overwhelmed.
They wonder why it's not working for them. What's wrong with them or their child. They feel that parenting guilt.
They know they want change, but aren't sure what this looks like or how to get there.
I get it, and I know it takes a holistic approach and the support of others to create the change we desire.
We are not meant to walk this journey alone.
Say goodbye to overwhelm and guilt.
Allow me to guide you back to the calm, confident version of you,
so you can empower your family to thrive!
If we haven't met yet, I'm a ND Mom to two, a Neuroaffirming Somatic Clinical Counsellor, Craniosacral Therapist & Founder of a Registered Children's Yoga School. I bring over 15 years of experience empowering families. I feel fortunate to have learned some of these tools as a child, which is why I am so passionate about sharing them.
🌺 Katie
ps...
This is not about another strategy layered on top of an already overwhelmed system
This is not for those looking for quick fixes, guarantees, or someone to tell you what to do
This asks that you are willing to slow down, listen to their body, or participate in their own healing
What is Holistic Developmental Integration Therapy©?
Over 15 years of working with young clients and studying various modalities, from breath to children's yoga, reflex integration to Craniosacral therapy and everything in between, I noticed some patterns. This gave rise to Holistic Developmental Integrative Therapy© as a tool to empower parents, particularly of sensitive and neurodivergent children. If you have a child with sensory sensitivities, ADHD, Autism, PDA, dyslexia, dyspraxia, balance, coordination and other motor development concerns - this is for you!
I noticed when certain patterns were not fully integrated, this influenced social-emotional and motor development, sensory concerns, and other aspects influencing the child's ability to thrive.
While we are all unique and I don't believe we need to be "fixed", there are simple things we can do to support optimal development, leading to happier, healthier individuals. These patterns and phases of development build upon each other, so when one is not fully integrated this can affect the next.
Through Holistic Developmental Integrative Therapy©, I help parents understand these patterns to support their child's holistic integration in the comfort of their own home. This also serves as a proactive practice, encouraging play and connection with your child for both of your wellbeing!
Heart Centred Parenting
Nourish Yourself & Empower Your Family to Thrive!
You're the Heart of It
I think we can agree that parenting tactics don't work. What does work is a sustainable systems approach, addressing the inner and outer world, relationship dynamics, the mind, body, and soul.
Each parent-child relationship is completely unique, and with so much wonderful (but often conflicting) advice, it can make our parenting journeys even more overwhelming. But the truth is... only YOU truly know what your child needs. I am here to help guide you to nourish yourself and tune in. Become the calm, connected version of yourself, so you can parent confidently and empower your family to thrive!
This is more than a course. This is a deeply supported experience to grow with you and your family from 1 to 12 years of age.
What begins to shift...
When your child's supported in this way:
They begin to feel what’s happening in their body, to get ahead of the overwhelm
Your child becomes less reactive and more aware of their experience, emotions, and needs
Connection deepens because you have accessible tools, regardless of your child's presentation
And you...
You feel more calm and grounded
You understand what’s actually happening
You trust how to respond in the moment - it becomes easy
What's Included?
Explore over 40 video & audio lessons integrating Somatic, nervous system & Neuro-Affirming development
Practical & accessible tools you can use in everyday moments
Two 1:1 Sessions: So I can better understand and support you on your journey
Private Community Support: A supportive community to share insights, ask questions, and receive further support
Monthly Guidance: We focus on a different theme each month, with guided support & live session on the last Thursday from 12-1p pst
Guest Speakers: Joining some of our monthly live sessions to enrich your experience and further support you
Unlimited Access: Receive access to this course, community & any upgrades until your child is 12, because I understand dynamics change
Exclusive BONUSES & more: Yes, you'll find even more inside!
Add up a year of 2 therapy appointments per week, time driving & taking time off... that's at least $34,080 per year! And often children do well in therapy... but when they're home it's back to normal. Let's start to shift this, with ongoing support for the whole family in your back-pocket.
How my learnings can support you & your family?
If we haven't met yet, I'm a ND Mom to two, a Neuroaffirming Somatic Clinical Counsellor, Craniosacral Therapist & Founder of a Registered Children's Yoga School. I bring over 15 years of experience empowering families. I feel fortunate to have learned some of these tools as a child, which is why I am so passionate about sharing them.
🌺 Katie
Specialties
Highly sensitive & neurodiverse souls - ADHD, Autism, PDA, ODD & sensory processing
Developing self awareness, interoception & biofeedback for intuition & resilience
Empowering parents in supporting their sensitive & neurodiverse children
Anxiety, overwhelm, burnout, depression & sleep concerns
Comprehending near death & out of body experiences
Perfection, procrastination, body image & eating
Body autonomy & creating healthy boundaries
Attachment, parentification & intimacy
Releasing intergenerational patterns
Finding your voice & self-expression
Tapping into your full potential
Chronic pain patterns
Modalities
While I offer a variety of holistic modalities, the choice is completely up to my clients. By holistic I mean exploring our internal & external environments, including physical, social, emotional, cognitive, and energetic or spiritual. I explore these aspects through the lens of; neurodevelopmental, sensorimotor (somatic), trauma-informed, systems & strength-based.
Somatic Therapy to include Somatic Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
Narrative Therapy and Dynamic Narrative Exposure Therapy™
Internal Family Systems, Parts & Attachment Therapy
Holistic Developmental Integration Therapy©
Braindance™ - Primitive reflex integration
Craniosacral & Somatic Experiencing
Play, Expressive & Art Therapy
Solutions Focused Therapy
Yoga & somatic movement
Bilateral & sound practices
Meditation & mindfulness
Safe & Sound Protocol
Neuroaffective Touch®
Biofeedback
Breathwork
My qualifications
Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC with BCACC)
Canadian Clinical Counsellor (CCC with CCPA)
Masters of Arts Counselling Psychology (MACP)
Bachelor of Business (UBC)
Certificate in Adult Learning (U Calgary)
Expert Registered Yoga Teacher (ERYT-500)
Registered Prenatal Yoga Teacher (RPYT)
Registered Children's Yoga Teacher (RCYT)
Registered Children's Yoga School (RCYS)
Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Provider (YACEP)
Craniosacral Therapy, Infants + Children (Visionary Healing)
Craniosacral Therapy Level 4 (Visionary Healing)
PESI Trauma & Memory Course: Somatic Experiencing® Skills
Certified Safe + Sound Protocol™ (SSP)Provider
Certified Dynamic Narrative Exposure Therapy™ (DNET) Provider
NeuroAffective Touch® Provider
Art Therapy Practitioner
Chronic Shame in Clinical Practice: An Embodied Relational Perspective
Mom’s Choice Awards® Gold Recipient
Braindance™ Instructor (Reflex Therapy)
What if I don't have time for something else?
Join when you feel ready! This is here to grow with you and support you. This is not to be rushed, but extra support is available if you would like. Capacity first.
What if I need extra support?
Extra 1:1 support is available if you would like. Please complete the application below, and we can discuss in our call. I'm here to help you and your family create the change you desire!
What if I've tried other things and nothing has worked?
I hear this often... and many parents come to me after nothing else has worked, and wish they found my support first! Because we are working holistically, families often begin seeing success and quite quickly if they are willing to try. The choice is completely up to you!
ps...
This is not about another strategy layered on top of an already overwhelmed system
This is not for those looking for quick fixes, guarantees, or someone to tell you what to do
This asks that you are willing to slow down, listen to their body, or participate in their own healing
If you're ready for holistic support, that honours your family...
Apply to join as a Founding Member today!
As one of six Founding Families, you will receive everything above for only $499 - two hour 1:1 calls, unlimited group access, course & bonuses!
The price will increase once these spaces fill & only one 1:1 will be included.
If you're Canadian, you may be able to have this covered by extended benefits.
As a Founding Member, you will be asked to complete 3 surveys within 60 days.
Step 1: Apply below
Step 2: I'll reach out to book a brief call
Step 3: We'll decide if this is the right fit for you!
Some of the Amazing Practitioners I Collaborate With!
Are you ready to reclaim the calm, confident version of you?
Are you ready to empower your child from the heart?
Are you ready to reconnect with joy in parenting?
Questions Clients Often Ask Before Joining:
What if I don't know if I am or my family is highly sensitive or neurodiverse?
You are still welcome to join us! Chances are if you here, there is a reason. Our current environments and intergenerational patterns make it challenging to raise a family these days. While this course outlines specifics for highly sensitive and neurodiverse families, these tools and practices apply to every family to foster greater connection and peace, so everyone can thrive!
I am not a first time mom, can I still join?
Yes! Our community is for moms who have had past pregnancies and have children too. You do not need to be a first time mom to join us. Your experiences, although each of ours are unique, might be supportive for another to hear about.
Do I have to be in Canada to work with you?
I work with clients all over the world via Zoom... so you can be where ever you like!
When do I gain access and how?
Once you purchase, you will receive an email with a link to set up your account... so immediately!
What is your refund policy?
Great question! We stand by our offerings and are here to answer specific questions. As per our policy, there are no refunds once you have received/ begun the service. I encourage you to read our policies here: https://glowithin.ca/policies.
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