Dancing Willow Wellness

06/01/2026

Supporting 2SLGBTQQIA+ youth begins with unconditional love. Make sure your child knows you accept them exactly as they are, regardless of their gender identity or who they love. A safe, non-judgmental space helps them feel confident in their true selves, reduces stress, and strengthens your bond. Unwavering love is the foundation for trust and resilience.
How do you show your child that your love is consistent and unconditional every day?

05/31/2026

This summer, we invite you to join our herbalist, Rebecca Graves R.H., for a series of hands-on herbal medicine classes and guided herb walks 🌿

Learn how to identify local plants and create your own herbal remedies. Whether you’re new to herbal medicine or looking to deepen your practice, these experiences are designed to be practical, approachable, and inspiring.

You can register for individual classes or join the full series. All materials are included, with remedies to take home.

Click the link for the full schedule and details. We’d love to have you join us this season 🌱

Classes and WorkshopsWe are now offering a series of classes and workshops. Jun 14 June Herb Walk Sunday, June 14, 2026 10:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. Ferguson Forest Centre Arboretum (map) Google Calendar ICS Join Registered Herbalist Rebecca Graves on a herb walk in the Ferguson Forest Arboretum. We’...

05/30/2026

REM sleep, the time when we dream, helps process emotions, reduce anxiety, and restore mental clarity. Burnout often leaves us foggy and reactive, but quality sleep can clear that haze and improve problem-solving, creativity, and decision-making.
Sleep isn’t indulgence, it’s self-care. Prioritizing rest helps your body recover, your mind process stress, and your energy return. Small, intentional steps toward better sleep can shift the burnout cycle.
What’s one way you can give yourself permission to rest tonight?

05/29/2026

Join our herbalist Rebecca Graves for a stroll through the beautiful Ferguson Forest Centre Arboretum, as we explore the wild medicinal plants growing all around us.
June 14th, 10:00 a.m. to noon. Click the link to find out more.

Join Registered Herbalist Rebecca Graves on a herb walk in the Ferguson Forest Arboretum. We’ll take a gentle stroll around the Arboretum as we explore the healing properties of wild plants and trees that grow around us.

05/28/2026

We're thrilled to welcome our newest associate, Tish Fournier-Vos!
Tish joins our team as a Holistic Health & Nutrition Counsellor, Registered Professional Counsellor (Candidate), and Certified Health & Life Coach who integrates nutrition, coaching, and compassionate presence and listening to support whole-person well-being - body, mind, and spirit.
Click the link to find out more about Tish and the services she offers.

Tish Fournier-Vos RHN Tish is a heart-centred wellness professional who supports women in reconnecting with their inner wisdom and reclaiming their relationship with nourishment (nutrition beyond just food), body, and self. She is a Holistic Health & Nutrition Counsellor, Registered Professional Cou...

05/27/2026

Spring nettle soup is a wonderful way to enjoy this vibrant plant. Harvest with gloves, sauté with onions and garlic, add potatoes and broth, then blend for a creamy, nourishing meal.
If you’ve made nettle soup before, what’s your secret ingredient to make it even better?

05/25/2026

Chickweed (Stellaria media) is a common “weed” that thrives in the rich soil of garden beds - but it’s much more than that.
This humble plant is both edible and medicinal. The fresh leaves and stems can be added to smoothies, stir-fries, or soups for a mild, nourishing boost. As a tea, chickweed is cooling and soothing, helping to calm digestive inflammation. It can also be used topically to ease itchy, irritated skin.
Sometimes the plants we overlook have the most to offer

05/23/2026

A simple Nettle tea can fortify your blood, bones, joints, and skin. Adding mint, lemon balm, or oatstraw can soften the green taste and make it a daily ritual.
Do you have a favourite herbal tea combination you love to sip?

05/20/2026

For people with ADHD, the biggest obstacle to getting things done isn’t laziness or lack of planning, it’s the emotional state you bring to a task. If your brain is stressed, anxious, or distracted, no planner or schedule can overcome it. Understanding how your mind works and creating conditions that support focus is the first step toward meaningful progress.

What if working with an ADHD brain meant that you could change how you approach productivity, consistency, and focus? What if simple changes along with some movement, music, and self-compassion can help to improve follow-through on daily tasks without rigid schedules or feeling like a failure. Chec

05/18/2026