Somata Therapy

08/26/2025

We don't want to twist your arm or anything, but taking care of you sometimes mean we move you in bendy ways, and you end up feeling better!

Passive movement from manual therapy can help remove restrictions that limit mobility and can cause pain. If you feel like you could move more but struggle with certain positions, we can help.

Both massage therapy and chiropractic care often advantages in similar and different ways. If you are curious about how we can help you get moving, come check us out, we would love to help!

08/13/2025

We are deeply saddened by the passing of Dr. Michael Gurney, a respected chiropractor and valued member of our community.

On behalf of our team at Somata, we extend our heartfelt condolences to his family, friends and colleagues and the many patients whose lives were touched by his care. His practice was deeply passionate, his energy lively and his level of connection unmatched. His dedication to helping others and his comedic wit will be remembered with gratitude and admiration.

Our community has lost a gifted practitioner and a kind soul, and we join others in mourning his loss.

May he rest in peace.

07/23/2025

Introducing online cancellations!! 📣

We are pleased to now offer online cancellations for treatments booked through your online account!

Cancellations remain subject to our policies, so please visit the WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW page on our website for all our cancellation policies.

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

Spaces that are cancelled will automatically send out notifications to everyone on the wait list and will be held for one hour to allow clients to book in before being released to the public.

Always growing, we remain focused on how we can create a better space for you to receive the very best in care and connection. Come visit us to see what YOUR better can feel like!

07/21/2025

If you were in town this weekend you know the annual Race on the River festival was in full swing and our chiropractor Dr. Alyssa was there to lend healing hands to the participants!

This incredible and exciting event brings all female dragonboat racers from all over and raises money and awareness for breast cancer, Nova Scotia special olympics and prostate cancer associations in the region to date it has raised over 2 million dollars in the festivals’ 22 year history!!

Chiropractic care plays an important role in the overall health and wellbeing of many active individuals and those with chronic conditions alike.

If you are curious about how Dr.Alyssa can help you feel what your better is like, come see her in our downtown studio! Daytime and evening spaces available, with online booking and direct billing!

06/26/2025

Hello Summer!!☀️

This time of year can be equally exciting as it is stressful, as many transition from the school year into the summer break. We are here to help! We specialize in helping people move away from the drama and chaos of life and when the temperatures flare, our space remains cool.

A reminder that our wait list option allows us to see when you are available to fill in spots that get cancelled. Check out our online calendar to get on the list!

We look forward to seeing you!

03/18/2025

As we feel the thaw of winter and the warm rain of spring arrive, we want to take a moment to express our sincere gratitude to all of our clients for supporting us in our efforts to provide alternative and complimentary healthcare options to those in our community.

We see those that understand the importance of prevention and selfcare. We work with a variety of healthcare practitioners to provide a team effort for those with injury or disease. We help those who feel they have tried everything and get no answers from traditional medical routes. We see those whose cups are empty and stillness and quiet for an hour helps.

If you know someone who could benefit from our services, please send them our way, we are always happy to help.

Thank you, from all of us here at Somata. 🙏

02/12/2025

It is with a bittersweet emotion and heartfelt gratitude that we announce Bree will be leaving the profession and her practice to embark on a new career adventure!

Bree has brought an incredible experience of massage therapy to this community and an even more abundant bowl of amazingness to her colleagues here at Somata. It has been an absolute joy to work alongside her, sharing the adventures of her personal stories and collaborating with her on a professional stage. We wish her all the best on her new path and know she will draw success in every direction she is facing!

Thank you Bree for years of practice and friendship. You will be missed! ❤️⭐️🥳

02/06/2025

As a selfcare studio, we are proud to offer services and care to those in our community who are intentional about taking care of themselves so they can live their best lives.

As such, we offer reminders for your treatments as a courtesy since life can be busy and calendars can be forgotten. That being said, please visit our "What You Should Know" page on our website to see our updated cancellation policy.

Together, we can thrive by supporting our local businesses and practitioners who work so hard to help those in their community! Thank you for all your continued support!



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

10/18/2024

As most of our staff are either helping sick kids heal or under the weather themselves, we wanted to thank our clients for their patience as we have had to cancel treatments in order to prevent the spread of all the things circulating our community! As we heal with our families, here are a few tricks we are using to get through this cold/flu/covid season!🤒

Lots of healthy habits including essential oils and homemade cough syrup. 🤧

The bag over the head is just how us mom’s are choosing to interact with our sick children. 😷🤪

Sending our clients and our community all the vibes for health and wellness through this wave of yuck!

10/08/2024

Meet Chawntae 🙌🏻

As a massage therapist, mother and nature lover, her practice parallels her passion for taking care of things through the facilitation of the body’s innate ability to heal.

She is a seeker of beauty in small spaces and a helper to everyone around her.

Offering a multitude of modalities in her practice, she can help those wishing to heal chronic conditions as well as offering a space for rest and recovery.

Offering the convenience of online booking, direct billing and heart shaped cups, Chawntae welcomes you.

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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