Wellness at PranaShanti

Achieving optimum wellness is as important to your daily routine as your practice of yoga…

Our aim is to provide you with the tools necessary to live a life HEALTHIER and HAPPIER than you deemed possible. We will encourage and empower you to achieve your health and wellness goals.

PranaShanti Yoga Centre is committed to providing access to Ottawa’s most fantastic Wellness Providers of integrative, complementary and alternative healing arts, focused on various holistic perspectives of wellbeing.

Select one of the services listed below to find out more about how you can take your best next step towards your optimal health, prevent and treat chronic diseases and long-term illnesses, and overall feel the best that you can.

• Infrared Sauna
• Spa Services
• Registered Massage Therapy
• Hot Stone Massage Therapy
• CranialSacral Therapy
• Reflexology
• Shiatsu
• Lymphatic Massage
• Thai Yoga Massage
• Nutrition Counselling
• Homeopathic and Naturopathic Consultation
• Integrative Yoga Therapy
• Private Yoga and/or Meditation Session
• Numerology
• Sufi Spiritual Healing
• Usui Reiki
• Life Coaching
• Hypnosis/Hypnotherapy

Booking Appointments

We accept appointment requests by telephone at 613.761.9642 (YOGA), email, in person and online. Your appointment is not scheduled until you receive a confirmation via e-mail or telephone. Please note we require 24 hours notice to verify an online booking request.  If you would like to book an appointment quickly please call.

Arriving

Please arrive 15 minutes early for your appointment. This will give you plenty of time to check in, use the restroom, fill out any necessary forms and enjoy our delicious organic teas.

Cancellation Policy

Please provide a minimum of 24 hours notice or the full fee applies.

Infrared Sauna Therapy Detoxification

Session Times: 30 minutes $30.00 + HST
(Total time 60 minutes: 15 minutes prep. and post, 30 minutes in sauna)

Sauna Packages:
5 Visits $135.00 + HST ($15 savings)
10 Visits = $260.00 + HST ($40 savings)
Infrared Sauna Therapy + 1 Drop In Class = $38.50 + HST

Infrared saunas are ideal in their design as they operate as safer, lower temperatures compared to conventional steam-based saunas. This feature makes breathing more comfortable and is considered safer making infrared sauna therapy a better alternative for a greater variety of individuals. Although an infrared sauna operates at only 110o F to 140o F, compared to a conventional sauna which operates at 180 F to 210 F, radiant heat from an infrared sauna can help the body produce two to three times more sweat.

Radiant heat is also very therapeutic for your overall well being. It helps to support your body’s natural “defense” system to easily ward off harmful contaminates.  The radiant heat is absorbed by your body to a depth of over 1.5 inches below the skin. The effect will increase your heart rate and metabolism burning 300-900 calories per session.

Some of the benefits of Infrared Sauna treatments:

• Ease Joint Pain and Stiffness
• Improve Injury Healing
• Weight Management
• Improve Blood Circulation
• Cardiovascular Conditioning
• Skin Care
• Enhance Immune System

Shower facilities are available in the Sauna Room.

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Spa Services

Session Times: Vary depending on service
Wellness Provider: Melissa Delaney

PranaShanti offers Spa Services including facials, manicures, pedicures and waxing using natural products and aromatherapy, each session includes a consultation so that your service may be tailored to your individual need.  Please arrive 10 minutes early to allow for this time.

All facials are performed using the gentle and aromatic Naturmed skincare line. Produced in Italy, this line uses active ingredients and essential oils known for their therapeutic and healing properties.

• Facial - 60 minutes, $70 - Deep cleansing, exfoliation, extraction, personalized aromatherapy masque plus relaxing neck & facial massage
• Back Treatment  - 60 minutes, $70 – Just like a facial but for your back! Deep cleansing, exfoliation, extraction, personalized aromatherapy masque plus relaxing back massage
• Manicure – 60 minutes, $35 - Aromatherapy hand soak and hot towels, trim and shape, cuticle trim plus relaxing hand massage.  French manicure add $10
• Pedicure – 60 minutes, $45 - Aromatherapy foot bath, trim and shape, cuticle trim plus a relaxing foot and calf massage
• Brows – Shaping $20, eyelash tint $20, eyebrow tint $10
• Waxing – Using two types of wax: honey and azulene hard wax for more sensitive areas such as bikini and underarms
• Half Legs $30
• Full Legs $50, with Bikini $60
• Bikini $20
• Underarms, Full Arm - $20
• Forearms $15
• Back or Chest starting at $25+
• Ears, Upper Lip, Sides of Face, Neckline - $ 10 each
• Chin $5

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Registered Massage Therapy

Session Times: 60 minutes $90.00, 90 minutes $120.00, 2 hours $150.00
Wellness Provider: Fatima Saeta, RMT

Swedish massage is the most popular massage in the US and Canada. It involves the use of hands, forearms and elbows to manipulate the muscles, tendons and ligaments. Active or passive movement of the joints may also be part of the massage. Swedish massage has relaxing and therapeutic effects, and can be done as light or as deep as the clients wishes.

Registered Massage Therapy is covered by most extended health care plans.

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Hot Stone Massage Therapy

Session Times: 60 minutes $120.00, 90 minutes $140.00, 2 hours $170.00
Wellness Provider: Fatima Saeta, RMT

Basalt stones are heated an hour before the massage, they retain the heat, and are used to massage your body. They are also placed on the back as the legs are massaged or placed in between the toes while the arms and neck are being massage. A deeper relaxation results because the heat penetrates and increases circulation. A beautiful soothing experience.

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CranialSacral Therapy

Session Times: $60 minutes $90.00, 90 minutes $120.00, 2 hours $150.00
Wellness Provider: Fatima Saeta, RMT

CST is a gentle, hands-on method of evaluating and enhancing the functioning of a physiological body system called the Craniosacral system – comprised of the membranes and cerebrospinal fluid that surround and protect the brain and spinal cord. Using a soft touch generally no greater than 5 grams, or about the weight of a nickel, practitioners release restrictions in the Craniosacral system to improve the functioning of the central nervous system. By complementing the body’s natural healing processes, CST is increasingly used as a preventive health measure for its ability to bolster resistance to disease, and is effective for a wide range of medical problems associated with pain and dysfunction.

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Reflexology

Session Times: 30 minutes $45.00, 60 minutes $85.00
Wellness Provider: Fatima Saeta, RMT

Reflexology uses the reflexes and fascial connections of the body to relax and relieve tension to all systems of the body. It is a natural healing method that is useful for anyone. Pressure is applied to certain points and areas on the feet that correspond to a part of the body or a system of the body to relieve tension, increase circulation, decrease stress, improve lymphatic system function and helps to promote the natural balanced state of the body.

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Shiatsu

Session Times: 60 minutes $95.00, 90 minutes $130.00, 2 hours $160.00
Wellness Provider: Jan Vincent

Shiatsu is a unique, non-invasive therapy designed to stimulate the body’s inherent ability to heal itself. Literally translated, the Japanese word shiatsu means “finger pressure.” Shiatsu therapy involves the systematic application of manual pressure to the body in order to assess and treat a variety of conditions. Shiatsu treatments have a regulatory influence on the autonomic nervous system, thereby improving organ function and reducing muscle tension.

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Lymphatic Massage

Session Times: 60 minutes $95.00, 90 minutes $130.00, 2 hours $160.00
Wellness Provider: Jan Vincent

Lymphatic massage is a massage technique that is designed to stimulate the lymph’s circulation in order to speed up the removal of waste from the body. It is helpful for the nervous system as it reduces sympathetic nervous activity, allows para-sympathetic activity, stimulates the defenses of the immune system, and increases the flow and volume of the lymph fluid. The technique involves the use of gentle, rhythmic strokes and pumping movements towards the direction of the lymph nodes on the body. Lymphatic massage is helpful for scars, stress, cellulite, stretch marks, detoxification, chronic fatigue, weight problems, arthritis, neurological disorders, pregnancy, pain, and overall wellbeing.

The benefits of lymphatic massage include:

• improving circulation, in turn increasing the metabolic rate
• helping with weight loss, reducing fluid retention
• eliminating toxins, thus aiding detoxification
• reducing cellulite fat in the body
• improving immunity, helping with sinus congestion and allergies
• fibromyalgia, hormonal imbalances

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Thai Yoga Massage

Session Times: 90 minutes $120.00
Wellness Provider: Lucyna Banasinski

Thai Massage is appropriate for any and all. The practitioner customizes each massage to suit the needs of the receiver, taking into account physical limitations, injuries and emotional state. The practitioner takes the fully clothed body through a series of passive stretches and postures while applying pressure to vital energy lines found throughout the body. Thai Massage is often described as “having yoga done to you”. This work improves circulation of blood and lymph, improves energy flow and leaves the receiver feeling looser, stronger, nourished and extremely relaxed. Thai Massage is an ideal practice for all as it works on the physical and energetic layers of the body.

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Health and Nutrition Counselling

Session Times: Noted below.
Wellness Provider: Wendy Landon, RHN

A vital diet is key to improving the quality of your life, increasing your energy, slowing down the aging process and to living a longer, more vibrant life. You will learn to love that which makes you alert, clear-headed and exhilarated. Consultations with PranaShanti’s holistic nutritionist will help you realize your vision for wholesome living and vitality. Our approach is integrative and considers the whole person in helping you reach optimal health.

Health and Nutrition Assessment: $190.00. Includes:

• A Nutrition Profile Form that asks you about your nutrition and health goals, your medical history, and your eating and exercise habits. Once you have completed the form, this will be returned to Wendy prior to your first meeting, so that she may get a head start on your nutrition assessment before she meets with you.  You will then meet one-on-one and based on your overall assessment, Wendy prepares a Personalized Health Plan (PHP) and Recommendations Report designed to help you achieve your specific goals. Initial appointment time is 45 minutes.
• A second 30 minute appointment is then scheduled to present your plan and nutrition recommendations.
• Two 15-minute follow up appointments follow depending on your goals and needs.

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Homeopathic and Naturopathic Consultation

Session Times: 90 minutes initial meeting $160.00, 45-60 minute follow up $110.00
Wellness Provider: Dr. Julek Meissner, ND

Our body has the ability to heal itself. Our self-healing capacity is the most powerful medicinal tool we have at our disposal. Homeopathic medicine works by harnessing this self-healing ability; identifying what is unique about each of us and tailoring a treatment plan to harnesses our body’s natural defenses. There are over 3000 homeopathic medicines to choose from, derived from plant, animal, or mineral sources. When used correctly, homeopathic medicines can help you heal yourself, with no harmful side-effects.

As a homeopathic and naturopathic physician with over 25 years experience in holistic health care, Julek offers:

• Mind-Body-Spirit Therapy: Exploring the spiritual value hidden within your physical or emotional symptoms
• Insight: Learning how your symptoms represent a creative intelligence asking for attention
• Homeopathy: finding your ally in nature (animal, mineral, or plant) tailored to nurture your inner healer
• Empowerment: harnessing your inner healer to help you heal yourself
• Team Work: helping you help yourself through your guidance into what it’s like to experience your condition

Homeopathic and Naturopathic medicine is covered under many private insurance plans.

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Integrative Yoga Therapy

Session Times: Introductory Package $240.00
Wellness Provider: Kathleen Burr

Integrative Yoga Therapy (IYT) brings together the most powerful yogic tools: Pranayama (breath control), Mudra (hand gestures), Asana (postures), Mantra (chanting), Yoga Nidra (guided relaxation), and many different forms of meditation. As a framework, IYT offers practical techniques that empower people to cultivate greater balance and connect with the true self, accessing our inherent wisdom and capacity for healing. This practice enables people to move forward with confidence and ease.

This experiential process begins with a detailed Intake Assessment. A questionnaire is completed by the client and returned to the practitioner before meeting in person. The information gathered allows Kathleen to understand the client’s unique needs and goals for the development of an initial plan.

Following this comprehensive client review, a Consultation Session is scheduled. This collaborative meeting is held in person (up to 2 hours). Time is allotted to discuss the process, clarify desired approaches, and learn simple yet strong techniques. Specific practices are recommended and agreed upon. The client can then explore these suggestions at home. About 5 days after meeting, a Follow-up Session (30 minutes) is scheduled by phone or email for feedback and questions.

The next two weeks give the client an opportunity to focus on the recommended practices while Kathleen develops a Customized IYT Program. A Wellness Session is then scheduled in person (2 hours). At this time, a comprehensive toolkit designed for the client is shared. The kit offers routines and resources to support the client’s personal practice and facilitate positive change. This session is experiential and created to help the client successfully integrate new techniques. A second Follow-up Session (30 minutes) can be arranged for further discussion at the client’s preference.

Integrative Yoga Therapy Intake Form

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Private Yoga and/or Meditation Session

Session Times: 60 minutes $60.00
Kundalini Teacher: Devinder Kaur
Hatha Teachers: April Hope, Greg Kaps, Laurie Howe

In a private class you have individual attention that will ensure every posture is tailored to your individual needs. The one-on-one, detailed adjustments and personal guidance provide the opportunity to clarify any questions or concerns you may have about your own yoga asana, pranayama (breathing) or meditation practice. Offered in 60 minute segments, you will learn at your own pace focusing on the aspects that of yoga and or meditation that will best support you.

Private Restorative Yoga: 60 minutes $60.00
Teacher: Ruth Norfolk

Restorative Yoga eases tension and promotes a deep relaxation of the body and mind. It is the practice of entering into passive yoga poses using a variety of blankets, pillows and bolsters to support and stabilize the body. Restorative yoga poses are designed to release deeply held tensions and to soothe the nervous system, which in turn lowers blood pressure, loosens joints, eases bones, and refills our spiritual wells.

Yoga of the Heart: 60-minute initial session $85.00, 60 minute follow-up $60.00
Teacher: Ruth Norfolk

If you are recovering from, or are at risk of heart disease, or are undergoing treatment for cancer, these sessions can help to rebuild your confidence, maintain a positive attitude and increase your feelings of well-being. Yoga of the Heart utilizes gentle yoga-based activity to improve heart and lung functioning as well as overall strength, flexibility and health. Each session also incorporates learning how to recognize and reduce stress and discomfort, as well as breathing exercises and deep relaxation. Treatments are based upon the Yoga of the Heart Certification training and each session is tailored to the individuals’ own needs.

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Numerology

Session Times: 60 minutes $108.00
Wellness Provider: Devinder Kaur

Numerology is the study of the symbolism of numbers. It is used to determine a person’s personality, strengths and talents, obstacles to be overcome, inner needs, emotional reactions and ways of dealing with others. Everything in the universe vibrates at its own particular frequency. By finding the vibration rate of any object, you can establish the qualities and energies associated with it. By applying the principles of numerology—and using only the name and birth date as the basic data—you can determine the major frequencies of different people. A numerological analysis of the calculated frequencies provides significant information on these people’s personalities and character.

During the reading you can ask as many questions as you like. A printed written copy of the reading is provided for you to take home.

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Sufi Spiritual Healing

Session Times: 60 minutes $85.00
Wellness Provider: Elissar Hanna

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Usui Reiki

Session Times: 30 minutes $45.00, 60 minutes $85.00
Wellness Provider: Fatima Saeta, RMT, Christiane Parcigneau and Joa Keur

In a Reiki session the practitioner places their hands either lightly on or slightly above the body. The practitioner proceeds to replenish the energy lost or depleted by a variety of factors such as stress, injury, trauma, food, environmental pollutants etc. The receiver experiences a deep state of relaxation while energy and balance are restored to the physical, emotional, and energetic layers of the body, thereby bringing the body back into balance.

Cournety also offers Reiki for Sacred Childbirth as a technique to help women prepare for the amazing journey of pregnancy and birth.

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Mental Performance Coaching

Session Times: 60 minutes $85.00 and packages as noted below.
Coach: Jennifer Perrault

Mental Performance Coaching provides support for an individual in the pursuit of his or her goals by providing individual consultation geared towards performance and well-being issues.

• Physical Activity Counselling: $300.00 per month
  Jennifer will collaborate with you to sharpen mental skills with the aim of empowering you to set goals, overcome obstacles and barriers and properly self-regulate in order to meet your health and fitness goals. This package includes four one on one sessions with supplementary worksheets to be provided based on the strengths and weaknesses of the client. Start your journey to physical well-being through enhancing your mental well-being.
• Performance Enhancement Counselling: $300.00 per month
  Research in the field of sport psychology has investigated the use of mental skills by elite athletes. Learn to apply the mental skills that elite athletes use to enhance performance to your own performance domain. Whether your performance domain is sport, health, business or relationships, this package aims to sharpen your mental skills, as elite athletes have, with the aim to reach personal excellence. This package includes four one on one sessions with supplementary worksheets to be provided based on the strengths and weaknesses of the client.

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Personal Growth and Wellness Coaching

Session Times: 60 minutes $108.00
Coach: Sharron Cosgrove

“Enabling your personal growth and facilitating health promoting practices” 

Who are you?  What makes you tick?  What sets you apart?  Do your dreams and aspirations align with your life’s purpose?   Are you wondering how to get to the next level on your journey?  If these are questions you have asked yourself, then Personal Growth and Wellness Coaching is just what you need.

Working with Sharron, you will experience a high return on investment as she creates space for you and supports you to transition “back” to the uniqueness with which you came into this world.  You become clear on what you want most, align with your values and strengths and are supported as you make changes so that you can have the outcomes you desire. We begin with focused and meaningful exploration of your life, goals and dreams and ensure these are aligned with your life’s purpose. We refine your goals and we create a plan together, further defining your path and strategizing on how to overcome the obstacles you will encounter along the way.  The outcomes are delicious !

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Hypnosis/Hypnotherapy

Session Times: 60 minutes $125.00
Wellness Provider: Lynne Cardinal, Certified Hypnotist and Coach

During a hypnosis session you will learn to relax through post-hypnotic suggestions in a peaceful environment. Relaxation is at the core of hypnosis. You remain awake, and completely in control of yourself and your actions as you receive positive messages suggested to your subconscious mind. This will predominate over negative messages you may tend to have, such as “maybe I can” versus “I can!” “I will do it!” “I will stop smoking!” “I want to be healthy”.

Hypnosis helps if you struggle with the following:

• Weight loss, stop smoking
• Confidence, motivation, self-esteem
• Fear of public speaking, giving conferences, leading workshops
• Lack of relaxation, stress, fears – of flying, traveling, social unease
• Insomnia – sleeping and snoring
• Pain – control of pain, grief
• Perspective on life and letting go of the past, create your own future, motivation
• Relationships (ending a relationship, forgetting the past, moving forward)
• Finding lost items, clutter – house, office
• Lack of self-confidence, & more!

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