Haven

WORKSHOPS, CIRCLES & COLLABORATIONS

Consciously curated 2 hour to 1/2 day workshops, experiences and collaborations to meet the needs of our times: tending, rest, replenishment, regeneration, repair and connection.

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“In our darkest moments, we don’t need solutions or advice. What we yearn for is simply human connection - a quiet presence, a gentle touch. These small gestures are the anchors that hold us steady when life feels too much.”

~ Ernest Hemingway

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    Loving the Gone: online pet loss memory circle

    When we lose a beloved soul companion, the world can feel suddenly small and silent. Held understands pet loss is a profound sorrow that deserves to be tended and validated. These monthly online memory circles offer a soft, compassionate space for your grief to be held and received tenderly, supporting you through the rawest of times.

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    The Nap Portal

    A curated opportunity to rest through guided meditation, restorative soma practices and ample time (and support) to connect with the slow. You’ll leave feeling more connected with the inborn wisdom of the body; it’s natural rhythms and requirements for down-regulation/unwinding and a remembrance of your right to intentional and essential rest.

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  • The Tended Earth: sanctuary for carrying loss

    Intense loss can leave you carrying a heavy, silent ache, and the world can feel profoundly lonely. This slow-paced, in-person gathering offers a soft sanctuary where your unique grief is validated tenderly. Step out of the analytical mind, rest with the gifts of earth, and give your heartbreak space to be held close without the weight of judgement or performance.

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  • Honouring the Bond: grief tending for pet loss

    For those who have deeply loved and lost a soulmate animal companion, it can feel like there are few places to turn during the rawest of times. Held provides a gentle refuge for heavy hearts navigating the profound depths of loss. We know it takes immense courage to turn towards sorrow. These gatherings offer a sanctuary where your grief is honoured, witnessed, and met with resonance and kindness.

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    The Best Rest

    Rest is essential for our well-being, however, like anything that begins to ‘trend’ in our commercial culture, it can easily become a one-size-fits-all approach, which can inadvertently neglect our unique needs, personal choices and recognition of the season we are in.  

    Rest transcends simply lying down. This is a workshop style immersion designed to equip and empower you with knowledge to create your optimal replenishment every time you choose to rest. 

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    Fill Your Cup

    Our regular gathering to fill your cup - literally and metaphorically. We collaborate with local tea sommeliers to bring you a select array of brews and curate a gathering of warmth, comfort and deliciousness every month. If you are seeking company, love a good chat over a cuppa and want to contribute to like-minded community, come join us. BYO favourite mug. We’ll do the rest!

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  • Synergy

    Merging the healing modality of acupuncture with curated soma practices to enable deep rest, serenity, restoration and spaciousness. Opportunity for the always much needed dissolve and unwind from life’s demands and specific support for experiences you are navigating mindbody. Nurture your energetic and physical needs through the combination of these healing modalities.

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  • “I didn’t know what to expect and yet this far surpassed my expectations! The care put into creating a safe space was so evident, as was the thought into allowing space for reflection, releasing and processing - magical. It was exactly what I needed today and at this point in my life.”

  • “I attended this offering with my daughter, who is currently struggling with mental health issues. We were both exhausted and cranky. We came out feeling rested and relaxed. It was priceless. Kate was fantastic. We could feel her soul shining on us, and her care for each person was felt and appreciated. It was a perfect session.”

  • “Kate creates such a safe & gentle space. I feel so safe & so welcome. The experience is always so wonderful.”

  • "Kate is one of the most compassionate & passionate teachers I have ever encountered. We always feel restored, supported and loved. Her soul shines through every time."

  • “Kate supports my mind and nervous system to feel very safe, helping me rest and find peace. It really feels such a privilege to be guided by Kate on this journey.”

  • “This time is so precious to me. Kate has guided me to learn and listen to my body and nervous system. She’s invited me to rest in such a safe non-judgmental physical, mental and emotional space. Her offering is healing, very healing.”

  • “I love how you give choice. I hate being told what to do in life and you always provide a safe space and autonomy. You empower people in their own bodies in their own practice. You also connect your class meaning to life and the bigger picture and I have felt so transported by you and your teaching style.”

  • “Yesterday I was off balance and barely able to fully express myself. There was a part of me that immediately wanted to beat myself up for failing but mostly I wanted to embrace feeling proud for doing something for myself. Your lovely teachings have been part of my journey.”

  • “Restorative with Kate is amazing. I hadn't realised how much a needed a moment to pause and rest…I felt like I was floating on a gentle cloud of healing. Her guidance is always so loving and caring. I felt held so I could just let go and rest.”

  • “I always have a wonderful experience with Kate. She is incredibly supportive throughout the sessions and creates a lovely, peaceful atmosphere. Her guidance and positivity makes every session enjoyable! The restorative offerings are incredibly calming and has been a tremendous help in easing my anxiety. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a way to find peace and relaxation.”

  • "My anchor of the week. Kate's coaching is perfect, inclusive and clear, free from judgement. It feels safe and welcoming."

  • “To even find an adjective to describe your special, wonderful magic feels impossible: the space you have held for me during some of the most stressful months of my life have been such a gift. To be in your presence is to feel love & to feel safe. I am so deeply grateful.”