Hello and welcome.
I'm so pleased you found me.
I'm Jackie. I am both a certified counsellor and advanced teacher of the therapeutic benefits of yoga.
My passion is to provide a safe, inviting space for people to inhabit as they strengthen and heal. The practice of yoga has helped me reconnect with my body after the births of my children, regulate my emotions during seasons of grief, relax my overactive mind (on the daily) and re-ignite my wonder at the mystery of what it means to be alive. I teach what I know in order to continue to learn.
My classes are gentle, trauma-informed and alignment-based. I teach groups and lead workshops both online and in-person in various locations on the peninsula. I am available for private sessions upon request.
Openness doesn't come from resisting our fears but from getting to know them well. ~ Pema Chodron
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Kind Words
"Jackie is extremely welcoming and warm. She offers a very gentle class, and yet the benefits are quite amazing. I had trouble with my knee, which I’d had for over a year, and after a few months of yoga with Jackie I no longer have knee pain. That to me is amazing! Jackie's classes are very enjoyable experiences. I feel as though I get as much from the meditation part and the checking in on how I’m feeling. I find it very calming and grounding. "
-Chris N
"Doing yoga therapy with Jackie is good for my body, heart and soul. I was in a physically and emotionally vulnerable place when I began my practice with Jackie. Her gentle, caring, and compassionate approach created a safe space during our sessions. Jackie shares her knowledge and passion for therapeutic yoga from start to finish of each practice. She understands the body, the intent behind the poses and breathwork, as well as the role emotions play in our health. Jackie gave simple explanations, offered choice, answered any questions, listened to my concerns, and check in regularly as we went. I always ended my sessions feeling relaxed, nurtured and soothed. She is a joy to work with. If you choose to try therapeutic yoga with Jackie, you won't regret it!"
-RW
"I went to see Jackie about an inflexible lower back issue. I had back pain and it was starting to impact my daily life. She put together a plan for me, worked with me in weekly sessions, gave me yoga homework to do for the days between, and was a great listener and interpreter of my needs. I highly recommend Jackie for yoga therapy. My back is awesome, and I am continuing to do yoga! "
-Susie M
"Jackie is an exceptional leader whose guidance and friendship I value tremendously. Through her skilled voice, tone, professionalism, knowledge, demeanor, and presence; her empathetic guidance has been a huge asset to my life for many years. After practicing yoga with Jackie, I am left feeling calm, relaxed, and full of gratitude. With her talent and expertise, Jackie creates an atmosphere of positivity and serenity. I wholeheartedly recommend her to others seeking spiritual growth and inner peace. She's a true gem in the world of yoga, embodying the perfect blend of professionalism and warmth."
-Jennifer A
"I’ve noticed that I feel stronger in the last month since starting yoga with Jackie. The more I practice, the better I feel. Incorporating yoga in my daily life has been very useful. I find myself telling myself to stop and just breathe and calm down. If I’m anxious about something I can calm down faster than I could control myself before the practice. And being Scottish and menopausal, that’s a good thing!"
-LG
"Jackie is extremely welcoming and warm. She offers a very gentle class, and yet the benefits are quite amazing. I had trouble with my knee, which I’d had for over a year, and after a few months of yoga with Jackie I no longer have knee pain. That to me is amazing! Jackie's classes are very enjoyable experiences. I feel as though I get as much from the meditation part and the checking in on how I’m feeling. I find it very calming and grounding. "
-Chris N
"Doing yoga therapy with Jackie is good for my body, heart and soul. I was in a physically and emotionally vulnerable place when I began my practice with Jackie. Her gentle, caring, and compassionate approach created a safe space during our sessions. Jackie shares her knowledge and passion for therapeutic yoga from start to finish of each practice. She understands the body, the intent behind the poses and breathwork, as well as the role emotions play in our health. Jackie gave simple explanations, offered choice, answered any questions, listened to my concerns, and check in regularly as we went. I always ended my sessions feeling relaxed, nurtured and soothed. She is a joy to work with. If you choose to try therapeutic yoga with Jackie, you won't regret it!"
-RW
"I went to see Jackie about an inflexible lower back issue. I had back pain and it was starting to impact my daily life. She put together a plan for me, worked with me in weekly sessions, gave me yoga homework to do for the days between, and was a great listener and interpreter of my needs. I highly recommend Jackie for yoga therapy. My back is awesome, and I am continuing to do yoga! "
-Susie M
"Jackie is an exceptional leader whose guidance and friendship I value tremendously. Through her skilled voice, tone, professionalism, knowledge, demeanor, and presence; her empathetic guidance has been a huge asset to my life for many years. After practicing yoga with Jackie, I am left feeling calm, relaxed, and full of gratitude. With her talent and expertise, Jackie creates an atmosphere of positivity and serenity. I wholeheartedly recommend her to others seeking spiritual growth and inner peace. She's a true gem in the world of yoga, embodying the perfect blend of professionalism and warmth."
-Jennifer A
"I’ve noticed that I feel stronger in the last month since starting yoga with Jackie. The more I practice, the better I feel. Incorporating yoga in my daily life has been very useful. I find myself telling myself to stop and just breathe and calm down. If I’m anxious about something I can calm down faster than I could control myself before the practice. And being Scottish and menopausal, that’s a good thing!"
-LG
"Jackie is extremely welcoming and warm. She offers a very gentle class, and yet the benefits are quite amazing. I had trouble with my knee, which I’d had for over a year, and after a few months of yoga with Jackie I no longer have knee pain. That to me is amazing! Jackie's classes are very enjoyable experiences. I feel as though I get as much from the meditation part and the checking in on how I’m feeling. I find it very calming and grounding. "
-Chris N
"Doing yoga therapy with Jackie is good for my body, heart and soul. I was in a physically and emotionally vulnerable place when I began my practice with Jackie. Her gentle, caring, and compassionate approach created a safe space during our sessions. Jackie shares her knowledge and passion for therapeutic yoga from start to finish of each practice. She understands the body, the intent behind the poses and breathwork, as well as the role emotions play in our health. Jackie gave simple explanations, offered choice, answered any questions, listened to my concerns, and check in regularly as we went. I always ended my sessions feeling relaxed, nurtured and soothed. She is a joy to work with. If you choose to try therapeutic yoga with Jackie, you won't regret it!"
-RW
"I went to see Jackie about an inflexible lower back issue. I had back pain and it was starting to impact my daily life. She put together a plan for me, worked with me in weekly sessions, gave me yoga homework to do for the days between, and was a great listener and interpreter of my needs. I highly recommend Jackie for yoga therapy. My back is awesome, and I am continuing to do yoga! "
-Susie M
"Jackie is an exceptional leader whose guidance and friendship I value tremendously. Through her skilled voice, tone, professionalism, knowledge, demeanor, and presence; her empathetic guidance has been a huge asset to my life for many years. After practicing yoga with Jackie, I am left feeling calm, relaxed, and full of gratitude. With her talent and expertise, Jackie creates an atmosphere of positivity and serenity. I wholeheartedly recommend her to others seeking spiritual growth and inner peace. She's a true gem in the world of yoga, embodying the perfect blend of professionalism and warmth."
-Jennifer A
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