Yes! I realize that a 5:15 start might be a little tricky for people coming from work or various engagements. I am structuring Circle so that the initial 15 minutes will be time for us to settle, do some grounding, and begin our check in to allow a little more flexibility with our start time. As long as you can arrive before ~5:30 that should be fine, after that point we'll start doing our process work and breaking out into groups so it's not advisable to come more than 15 minutes later unless we have made prior arrangements.

I hear you. Over the course of running many different circles, I know this is a huge concern for a lot of women. Know that you are not alone and I would bet that many of the other women are worried about the same thing! This is the perfect space for working through fear around belonging and acceptance.

Well, first off, my intention is to have everyone feel welcomed and supported at the event. Know that sometimes our resistance can be sneaky. Sometimes we avoid or convince ourselves that we don't need or want something out of fear. So if you're feeling like it's not for you, I'll invite you to hop on a call so we can make sure there aren't any mental tricksters at work! If you're still feeling like it's not for you, we can talk about leaving the event.

There will be anywhere from 6-12 people. The group space will be contained to this number to allow space for each person to have time to share and to also allow deeper connections to develop.

Oh, hey, fellow introvert! I see you!

I'm an introvert too! Because of my own lived experience, I have so much compassion for others who are scared, intimidated, or otherwise uncomfortable with the whole group thing.

This is why I:

- prioritize making space for small and even 1:1 discussions

- make sure to leave space for those who want to share but are having a hard time opening up.

- am very conscious about creating a safe space, so your comfort level grows.

My honest opinion? I think this is the perfect space for those who have a fear of group settings! It gives you an amazing opportunity to connect with others and break old patterns of hiding and not wanting to be seen. The growth potential is huge. So from one fellow introvert to another, don't let your fear stop you!

To be honest, a lot. I take a TON of pride in being able to offer something unique. Here's a quick snapshot of why this is different:

- You are being supported by a legit, professionally trained (like...I spent way too many years in school), vastly experienced Clinical Counsellor and Somatic Therapist. You can rest assure that I will pay close attention to the needs of everyone.

- I have a deep understanding of the importance of safety and trust, especially in a setting like this-- I make it my top priority.

- You'll get to experience a life-changing combination of group therapy, psycho-education, somatic healing, and deep community connection-- if that doesn't sound awesome, I don't know what does!