Somata Therapy

07/24/2024

Let's talk Cupping Therapy!!

You may have seen someone with red or even purple round marks on their body. Oddly looking like someone fell off their mountain bike in the woods or was on the losing end of being clumsy. This can happen to some after receiving cupping and it is a normal response to this incredible treatment.

Cupping is an ancient Chinese technique where plastic, glass or silicone cups are placed strategically on the body with the goal to create a vacuum, separating the tissues beneath, prompting blood flow locally to the area and mobilizing the area for proper lymph flow and movement restoration. It is highly effective in addressing pain, mobility issues and even helping to reduce inflammation.

Dry cupping, as it is commonly referred to, can be a safe and effective way to help a variety of health concerns and as part of massage therapy, it can help people reach their personal health goals long term.

Interested in trying cupping as part of your massage? We have created a specific treatment for that!! Please visit our website prior to booking to ensure cupping is something that is safe for you, as it is not recommended for everyone.

Try cupping and experience what YOUR better can feel like!

07/22/2024

If you know, you know. Chawntae has magic hands, a kind heart and an unwavering commitment to her practice and her clients.

We are so proud to have her on our team! Congratulations on one year of practice girl!! 🥳

**🎉 GIVEAWAY TIME! 🎉** CLOSED
** 🏆 Zoe Hayman 🏆**

I’m thrilled to celebrate one year of practice as a Registered Massage Therapist at Somata Therapy! 🤍

As this milestone approaches, I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to all the amazing people who have supported me along the way. Your encouragement has been invaluable. This year has been filled with growth, patience, and the forging of wonderful relationships within our community. 🌿

To mark this special occasion, I’m hosting a giveaway:

**Win a 60-minute therapeutic massage!**

All you need to do is LIKE my page, SHARE this post and TAG someone in the comments that would benefit from some self care. 🖤

The lucky winner will be drawn on July 31st.

Thank you so much for your continued support, and good luck to everyone!

(PLEASE NOTE: Any responses from me asking you to click a link after you tag someone are not legitimate. Do not click and please report.)



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07/17/2024

It is with gratitude and great honour for time spent that we announce our Osteopath Jessica's departure from our New Glasgow practice. Jessica has taught us about the wonderful things osteopathy offers and it was truly our pleasure having her bring her practice to our community!

If you are seeking follow up treatments with her or would like to reach her you can find her in Antigonish at her business there and by email at pivotpointosteopathy@gmail.com.

We wish Jessica all the best in her practice and know she will continue to accomplish great things!!

07/15/2024

Please note, if you have seen this post by Nova Scotia Health, the information is inaccurate.

Many private health insurance policies require a physician’s referral for massage therapy. Veterans also require it and RCMP won’t accept Nurse Practitioner’s referrals and are directed to Telus Health for a doctor.

Typically chiropractic care does not require a referral. In Nova Scotia, chiropractic is a regulated health profession but massage therapy is not. Not yet.

It is disappointing that our provincial health authority is putting out misleading information yet we encourage those seeking our services to check your private benefits prior to booking a treatment to see if you need a referral.

If you know someone who could use this clarification please share this post!



Nova Scotia Health please help us make this correction! Tim Houston

06/17/2024

It's no secret we are all about community and connection. Having a team of like-minded practitioners aligning together is such a gift!🙏

Please help us welcome our newest team member Jan MacKay!!

Jan is a Registered Massage Therapist with a inclusive mindset and intuitive touch. Her practice encompasses a wide range of skillsets and technical applications with a listening heart for what is real in the moment. 🌼

As she transitions into our studio, she is in the process of receiving her insurance billing credentials and thus temporarily does not offer direct billing. Clients in the short term will need to submit their receipts following payment.

With daytime and evening openings, her schedule is filling up quickly. Book your spot with Jan and as always please help spread the news of her practice by sharing!! 📣🗣

06/02/2024

Our mission is simple. We want to help people.

In service to others, our practice takes some organizing, scheduling and a few policies to help us offer the best care and leave our clients feeling better.

It's helpful for everyone when there is no confusion about billing, insurance and other housekeeping details. This is why we offer a comprehensive outline of our policies and procedures right on our website! Take a peek and share with others! Together we can ensure you get the best care and we can bill your insurance easily!

Click the link below to check it out and be informed!!



https://www.somata.ca/what-you-should-know.html

05/27/2024

Manual therapies can be an effective way to help relieve unwanted symptoms such and pain and limitation.

Manual therapists can help release tense soft tissues, helping joints move better, improve circulation and lymphatic function and decrease pain sensitivity. They can also help to optimize spinal and visceral positioning and educate on proper biomechanics, stress management strategies and mind body practices to help people help themselves in the best possible way.

If you know you know, helping with pain snd dysfunction can be life changing for many. Help us spread the word of our manual therapy practice by tagging someone you know that might want to experience what their better can feel like!

As always, thank you for supporting our practice and our people! We appreciate you so much!

05/13/2024

It's no coincidence that our company name resonates with the concepts of mind-body connection. Somatic work addresses how feelings and emotions can show up in our physical stories. The connection between the mind and the body is significant with mindfulness, mediation practice and manual therapies understanding the importance of somatic work and its positive effects on overall health.

Our Osteopath has a particular affinity toward somatic work in her practice and has a specific therapeutic skillset that helps connect symptoms to the origins of dysfunction and alignment with the feelings that could be contributing factors.

If you have experienced trauma, or feel like stress has taken over your mind and body or you want to experience what better can feel like for you, book a session with Jessica. Her whole-person approach can include somatic therapy, and the benefits can be life changing.

Online booking and direct billing also available.

05/03/2024

Hi, I’m Nissa! 👋🏼

For those that don’t know me I’m a Registered Massage Therapist with 17 years experience practicing in both Truro and New Glasgow.

I have four amazing kids with my soul mate husband and we are raising them where we grew up in Valley.

I am passionate about my practice and to share it with more of you, I have opened up some evening spaces in the Month of May to new clients in Truro.

My New Glasgow openings will also become available in the upcoming weeks. Please book online and I hope to see you soon! 🤸🏻‍♂️

Somata is a health and wellness studio offering a multidisciplinary approach to helping those in our community live their most healthy and vibrant lives!

04/22/2024

We talk a lot about the effects that life has on our bodies. It's not just physical injury that creates dysfunction. Our mental and emotional stories can tie up all sorts of problems in our bodies ranging from pain, movement issues and even disease.

Part of our practice involves Osteopathy, a discipline with a whole-person approach to finding the sources of the symptoms and treating them with a deep understanding of the complex ways we can wind and unwind ourselves.

Osteopathy is a manual therapy sometimes described as a cross between a massage therapist and a chiropractor with some additional superpowers! Book your initial and follow up visits with Jessica to see what YOUR better can feel like!

04/10/2024

Got pain? Tension? Movement problems? Chronic issues?

An interesting fact about muscle aches and body restrictions is that often where you feel it, isn't where it started. Musculoskeletal dysfunction is best addressed by looking at the whole body, not just the area of pain. This is why your therapist will recommend working on other areas of the body that don't even hurt.

Our team consists of experts in the field of manual and alternative therapies. We offer a diverse and effective approach to your wellbeing.

In Truro, we have two Registered Massage Therapists. Nissa is a functional movement and postural balancing specialist and Becky is an expert in craniosacral therapy and energy work.

In New Glasgow, our RMTs Marla, Courtney, Morgan and Chawntae specialize in a variety of skills from deep tissue therapy, cupping, hot stone massage with personalized treatment plans for each client.

We also have an exceptional Chiropractor who has a unique and effective process to your overall healthcare plan and our Osteopath Jessica takes a whole-person approach to help relieve your symptoms and live your best life.

We are all here for you, making space for anyone you know you might need us. Your referrals are always appreciated. Let's share in the space of what BETTER feels like! See you soon!

03/12/2024

Curious about Chiropractic?

Some of the most common complaints that our Chiropractor sees in her practice are from pain and dysfunction resulting from overuse injuries, sciatica, arthritis and impact injuries like falls or accidents.

Chiropractic can help by allowing proper expression of joint motion and body movements through the alignment of the spine and other joints. Soft tissue mobilizations like the active release and stretching of muscles are also typical techniques used to achieve results. Adjustments often leave clients feeling immediate relief of pain and with corrective exercise protocols many leave their complaints on the table!

With a busy practice, Dr. Alyssa maintains options for new and existing clients for Chiropractic care. Visit our website for more information and online booking options. Let her help you discover what YOUR better can feel like!

03/05/2024

📣 Introducing our newest treatment 📣

GLOWING FACIAL BLISSAGE is our brand new massage therapy treatment offered exclusively at our Truro location!

With 17 years experience as an RMT, Nissa brings an extensive background of therapeutic treatment options for many conditions. Stress is an epidemic we seem to have incorporated as a normal part of life and it can lead to serious health issues. Poor breathing patterns, postural changes, jaw clenching and muscle overuse injuries resulting from stress can cause physiological dysfunction, pain and emotional dysregulation and trauma.

This treatment is a blend of calming the nervous system, addressing tension in misused soft tissues, postural balancing and breath awareness. Treatment will include hot stones, aromatherapy, gua sha stone, warm towels and facial serums for a calming and healing feeling. For stress relief, including a luxurious facial cleansing and moisturizing treatment, this massage will leave you feeling radiant, relaxed and glowing.

Book online and follow the prompts on how to prepare for this treatment. Online booking and direct billing available! ⭐

03/02/2024

📣 Introducing our newest treatment 📣

GLOWING FACIAL BLISSAGE is our brand new massage therapy treatment offered exclusively at our Truro location with Nissa!

With 17 years experience as an RMT, Nissa brings an extensive background of therapeutic treatment options for many conditions. Stress is an epidemic we seem to have incorporated as a normal part of life and it can lead to serious health issues. Poor breathing patterns, postural changes, jaw clenching and muscle overuse injuries resulting from stress can cause physiological dysfunction, pain and emotional dysregulation and trauma.

This treatment is a blend of calming the nervous system, addressing tension in misused soft tissues, postural balancing and breath awareness. Treatment will include hot stones, aromatherapy, gua sha stone, warm towels and facial serums for a calming and healing feeling. For stress relief, including a luxurious facial cleansing and moisturizing treatment, this massage will leave you feeling radiant, relaxed and glowing.

Book online to secure your spot with Nissa and follow the prompts on how to prepare for this treatment. Online booking and direct billing available! ⭐

03/01/2024

📣 And the winner is.......📣

Our giveway winners are as follows:

Trish Leblanc for the 60 Minute Massage with the Yoga Tune-Up Balls!!

Stephanie Milbury for the 75 Minute Glow Facial Blissage with Nissa!!

Congratulations to our winners and THANK YOU so much to everyone for helping us share our practice! We are humbled by your support and are eager to build our clientele in the Truro and Colchester area!!

Winners will be contacted directly through facebook messenger so please watch out for message requests!!

Curious about these treatment options and therapy balls? Book online to either location to find out more! See you soon!

02/29/2024

And just like that our girl Morgan is back to practice!!

Morgan is one of our talented RMT's in New Glasgow and brings a unique and special skillset of massage therapy experiences to her clients. She is a versatile practitioner, listening to both what the client wants as well as what their body is telling her.

Morgan's practice fills quickly so we recommend booking in advance and as always use the wait list option if you are hoping to find a session earlier.

Welcome back Morgan!!

02/28/2024

Concussions are traumatic brain injuries resulting from an impact to the head or body that involves a change in brain function.

These injuries can change a person's life and be challenging to manage in a variety of facets. Headaches, problems with memory, concentration, balance, sleep and mood changes are some of the common symptoms resulting from a concussion.

Osteopathy can help.

The Osteopath allows the body to express itself in a gentle way through cranial work. Neck manipulations, jaw mobility, fascial release, and addressing old injuries are just some of the ways they work with concussions.

Jessica is accepting new clients at our New Glasgow location! When seeking care for concussion injuries, please book the treatment for concussions.

We look forward to helping you experience what YOUR better feels like!!

02/18/2024

GIVEAWAY TIME!!⭐️

(PLEASE NOTE ANY RESPONSES FROM US ASKING TO CLICK A LINK AFTER YOU TAG SOMEONE IS NOT US DO NOT CLICK AND PLEASE REPORT)

WINNERS WILL BE ANNOUNCED MARCH 1 on our page not during this contest! 😊

We need your help in letting more people know who we are and how we can help!

If you don't know us, let us introduce who we are!

Somata is a team of passionate and professional practitioners who share their commitment to helping others in our community to feel better and live their best lives. We are a team of people living within your community who strive to offer the absolute best treatments and education for wellness to those around us!

Offering a multidisiplinary approach to better health, we offer additional and alternative health care options to those in both Pictou and Colchester Counties, something everyone can benefit from!

To help get the word out we are offering a FREE massage therapy session including a set of Yoga Tune Up Balls (for self massage at home) to be redeemed at either location! As an added bonus, a second prize of a FREE 75 minute Facial Blissage Treatment by Nissa will be offered redeemable at either location as well! (This is brand new treatment, more details to come!)

All you need to do is LIKE our page, SHARE this post and TAG someone in the Truro area in the comments to help us get the word out in Colchester of our new Truro location! That's it!

The winner will be drawn on March 1 for both prizes!!

We appreciate your support so very much and good luck to everyone!!

02/16/2024

Happy places look like this 👆🏻

With heated tables, hot stones, warm oils and quiet treatments, what are you waiting for?

02/09/2024

What is an Osteo? Have you heard this term before??

It's a cute nickname for an Osteopath, someone who uses manual therapy to help align the structures of the body as well as allow for proper expression of movement and physiological function!

Some people refer to Osteos as a cross between massage therapist, chiropractor and magician since they work wonders on helping to heal pain, resolve dysfunction and allow people to live vibrant lives!

People in Pictou County now have more options for better healthcare with this new addition to our practice! Jessica, our "Osteo", is accepting new clients as early as next week! Book online and experience what YOUR better feels like!

01/22/2024

We are absolutely thrilled to announce we now offer Osteopathy at our New Glasgow location!!

Meet Jessica!! She brings over 20 years of experience working in alternative healthcare and she is excited to help the community of Pictou County with her practice!

Osteopathy is a hands-on practice that can help alleviate the most stubborn and chronic issues. It involves a whole-body approach to relief and restoration of biomechanical and physiological function and wellness. Check out our website for more information and how to book with Jessica.

Please note: Jessica's treatments typically involve at least two or three appointments so when booking an initial visit you will also need to book two follow ups. This optimizes treatment results and continuity of care for each client!

Direct billing is available, however Manulife and Canada Life do not allow us to bill electronically so clients with those policies will need to pay upfront and submit manually.

Welcome Jessica!! It is our honour to expand our practice of helping those in our community experience their best health and wellness!!

01/20/2024

Our girl Morgan will be taking a temporary leave of absence as an opportunity for professional and personal growth has popped up and she is taking it!!! 🎈

We are so excited for Morgan! This also means she will be reaching out to reschedule some clients, and our amazing staff will be offering extensions to fill in some of the space so everyone maintains their continuity of care! 💆🏻‍♀️💆🏼‍♂️

If you have a treatment booked within the next month with Morgan, expect to hear from her and please feel free to reschedule your massage appointment online at your convenience. We will make another announcement when her schedule opens back up in March. 🤸🏻‍♂️

Thank you for your valued patience and understanding through this time as we wish Morgan the best of luck on her adventure and will be celebrating her successes upon her return! 🎉

12/11/2023

It’s that time of year when benefits are about to expire and it’s impossible to book a massage! We have day time treatment spaces available remaining in December!

Offering a convenient downtown location with online booking and direct billing available we are here for you!

Let us help you stay calm through December and into the new year, we hope to see you soon!

11/11/2023

To all who have sacrificed, thank you. May we all remember and give thanks today. 🌺

10/25/2023

And just like that, these two amazing humans are another day closer to meeting their twin babies!! Bree’s mat leave has officially begun! 🤰🏻

As we giggle about the loss of those talented massage hands Bree takes on her mat leave, we also express our immense joy as her and Stephanie move through this part of motherhood. 👩‍👩‍👧‍👦

We will miss you Bree, and see you on the flip side of cuddles, diapers, sleepless nights and the worlds’ greatest love. ❤️

10/09/2023

Suffering from TMJ Dysfunction is more than just a pain in your neck. Jaw pain, headaches, back pain and even sleep disruptions can wreak havoc on one's ability to function through the day.

Our therapist Nissa specializes in TMJ Dysfunction, offering a unique massage treatment designed for people who have TMJ, Bruxism, jaw pain and more.

Online booking with direct billing to insurance, spaces are open in Truro!

Somata is a health and wellness studio offering massage therapy, naturopathic medicine, acupuncture, cupping and holistic life coaching.

09/28/2023

https://northernns.communityvotes.com/2023/09/healthcare

We are so proud to be nominated this year for both massage therapy and chiropractic in our community! With such incredible talent, we consider our nomination a win in itself being alongside amazing practitioners who share our passion for health care and wellness!

Please vote and share and all the best to everyone!

Official 2023 Community Voting Awards Platform for Northern NS, NS. Where the community votes for their favourites every year.

09/20/2023

Attention Truro and Colchester County!!

We are a team of massage therapists that bring 15 years of experience and a variety of skillsets that can accommodate a wide range of needs. From youth massage and pain relief to findng your zen power, we are here to help!

Book online and let us take care of billing for you! We can't wait to see you in our studio!

Somata is a health and wellness studio offering massage therapy, naturopathic medicine, acupuncture, cupping and holistic life coaching.

08/20/2023

It's hard to believe that 7.5 years ago we started the journey of helping those in our community feel their absolute best! Now, as our second location is open in Truro, we are asking for your help in sharing the news of our practice and helping to bring awareness to the Colchester area that we are accepting new clients!

Please share this post and let your Truro friends know we would love to invite them into our practice and share even further what better feels like! Anyone looking to book can follow the link through our New Glasgow website or click the link below!

Our most sincere thanks to everyone who supports our practice and our love of what we do! Thank you!!

www.somatagirl.ca

07/24/2023

It is with immense gratitude and excitment that we announce the opening of our second location in Truro!!😄

Specializing in women's health, our studio opens next week and our booking calendar is now live!!

Please help us share the news and check out our sister website www.somatagirl.ca 🙋‍♀️

Online booking, direct billing available and experienced therapists excited to bring our practice to the Truro community!

Somata is a health and wellness studio offering massage therapy, naturopathic medicine, acupuncture, cupping and holistic life coaching.