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A Touch of Healing

Nutritionist, RMT & Naturotherapist! Focusing on giving you the tools to live your best life. Krista has served as the Regional Director of Zone 2 for the ANBMT.

Krista's passion for helping others is inspired by her own journey of healing trauma and health issues as well as her experience discovering alternative approaches for her sons special needs. As a result, she has become incredibly fascinated with the human body and how we can both support and prevent a variety of illnesses and health issues through a holistic approach with our mind, body and spiri

t. Krista is a graduate with merits from the Canadian School of Natural Nutrition as a Registered Holistic Nutritional Consultant. She has also graduated from Eastern College with distinctive honours as a Registered Massage Therapist. She has completed certifications in Cupping, Kinesiology taping, Reiki Level 1 & Level 2, Gua Sha & Advanced myofascial release, not to mention the countless hours of research in the field of trauma and addictions. Krista is currently working towards her 200hr Yoga Teacher Training. Krista is in good standing with multiple associations including the Canadian School of Natural Nutrition Alumni Association, The Academy of Naturopaths and Naturotherapists of Canada, The Association of Naturopath Professionals of Quebec, and with the Association of New Brunswick Massage Therapists. From her own experience, Krista has gained a strong interest in helping women who are on their healing journey, particularly from trauma such as childhood trauma or domestic violence, addictions and mental health related struggles. She would like to pursue this passion by broadening her knowledge in how trauma deeply affects our body and how touch based therapies and holistic nutrition can be great tools to educate her clients in to help support those affected by trauma.

08/26/2024

Hello new, old and current clients! 💜

It os that time of year already! Back to university I go next week so this also means there will be a change in my schedule!

This semester from September until December 2024, my hours will be:

➡️Monday: 845am, 10am, and 1115am
➡️Thursday: 845am, 10am, and 1115am
➡️Alternate Saturday's beginning October 13th: 1115am and 1230pm

I highly suggest booking your sessions in advance to guarantee your preferred session time even if it means you need to reschedule or cancel a session (with 24 hour notice preferably).

If you are interested in booking a session with me, check out Massage Addict. You can book online or give them a call and ask to book with Krista!

Thank you all for your continued support 🙏

06/23/2024

I have a few rare openings for clients this coming Saturday (June 29th). Get booked in soon!

Give Massage Addict a call at (506) 672-1001 OR book online at www.massageaddict.ca in the Saint John location and look for "Krista G." under therapists.

Can't wait to see you guys! 💜

06/09/2024

Hey guys!

I have a few massage sessions still available for this week over at Massage Addict

Give them a call (506) 672-1001 OR book online at www.massageaddict.ca in the Saint John location and look for "Krista G." under therapists.

Can't wait to see you!

05/26/2024

It is official!

I am now booking massage treatments at Massage Addict in East Saint John! Yay! 🥳

I am excited to announce that you can now book your massage treatments at Massage Addict in East Saint John Monday to Thursday! I am are offering all of my typical services there except for naturotherapy and holistic nutrition at this time.

To book your massage treatment, please visit the following link: https://www.massageaddict.ca/saintjohn/book-an-appointment

(LOOK FOR MY NAME: KRISTA G. to book with me)

For Blue Cross, RCMP and VAC members: I am still waiting for my new practitioner number for the clinic therefore there is a delay on my ability to direct bill for the next 3ish weeks. (This is NOT pertaining to Sussex clients. This is for Saint John clients only.)

For those interested in naturotherapy or holistic nutrition: I am currently offering virtual sessions only. Please contact me directly to schedule your appointment.

And yes - I am accepting NEW, PAST & CURRENT clients. 💜

Thank you for your continued support guys. I look forward to seeing you soon!

04/24/2024

Hey everyone!

I have some exciting news! 🎉

Starting May 1st, I will be accepting massage therapy clients again! Whether you are a past client or a new client, I am looking forward to booking you in.

➡️Sussex clients: Limited appointments will be available, so don't wait to book your session.

➡️Saint John clients: Stay tuned for updates on booking at my NEW Saint John clinic location.

I will offer my full range of services: massage therapy, myofascial release, cupping, gua sha, and as always - providing trauma-informed therapy.

Don't forget - nutrition and naturotherapy services are still available for anything from hormone balancing, gut health, weight loss, and so much more.

Reach out via message, text 506-650-7256, or email touchofhealing777@gmail.com to find out more. 💜🙏

04/16/2024

As I walk into final exams at the end of my first year in university, this is a fantastic reminder for all of us.

Like many of you, I'm also on my healing journey. I really feel like we are all in this together. 💜

One thing I continuously practice is to STOP!✋️

Let's be real - I am certainly not perfect with this. It isn't always easy, especially while healing past traumas, when you are triggered and reactive in the moment. It happens!

Give yourself extra love and patience during this time 🥰

What has helped me is using the STOP acronym ‼️

S: Stop ✋️

T: Take a breath 💨

O: Observe your feelings, thoughts, body sensations, breathing patterns, etc. Remind yourself that you are safe and ok. You are just experiencing a trigger, and that is perfectly OK. Perhaps give yourself a time out to do this! I'll often take time out to go outdoors, visit my farm animals, or in another room by myself, praying, meditation, whatever needs to be done! Sometimes, I will go to a yoga class or even breathwork to bring my nervous system back to balance before proceeding. You find what works for you!

P: Proceed mindfully rather than reactively. Being mindful is so incredibly powerful.

If you fail at this, just keep practicing! My kids, and I'm sure Logan, too, could vouch how often I apologize if I was not being mindful and instead being reactive. We are only human, after all! 💜

03/08/2024

Do you set strict boundaries in your life? And I mean - Do you set boundaries - without negotiating, without eventually giving in, without trying to make peace?

When was the last time you said no to someone who usually manipulates you into saying yes even when you really don't want to?

This week, for the first time, I said no to someone in my life who I struggle ever saying no to... for the sake of peace.

I know, to some of you, this may sound like no big deal, but for me - this is huge!

I won't lie - initially, it caused a trauma response, which my whole body showed with anxiety, panic, excessively shaking, and with bouncing or 'flickering' thoughts.

I am learning that it is ok to say no even if your body otherwise feels that person is unsafe. I have no shame in saying no to friends or family who feel safe to me, but saying no to someone who feels unsafe? I would tell myself that I do it - but really, I'm not because it can be soooo scary, and I would rather keep the peace by negotiating or giving in.

After my initial panick, I reminded myself,'Krista, you are safe, you are surrounded by love, God is there for you, Logan is there for you, it's ok!'

Eventually, my panic subsided, and I felt overwhelmed with empowerment!

Rationally talking yourself through situations where you feel scared or unsure is totally normal. In order for us to overcome these obstacles in life, we will have to baby step our way to those goals whether we like it or not!

Setting boundaries with the person you feel most unsafe around is going to be a priority in your life.

You know what's funny? I have been working on setting healthy boundaries for the past 3 years since I have felt safe to do so with my husband, family, and friends. But... It was just this past 6 months, I recognized there are still 1 or 2 people in my life who I have so much trauma around that I have a very hard time not standing my ground, saying no, OR my go to - negotiating an agreement even though I disagree strongly and I end up being taken advantage of.

How empowering this journey has been!

What are you working on in your healing journey?

03/07/2024

Did you know you are doing a major disservice to your health if you are consuming carb loaded breakfasts?

And if you say - well, I'm not hungry at breakfast!

If you are not hungry in the morning, this is directly correlated to hormone imbalance, particularly with your cortisol levels.

🚩Cortisol = stress hormones🚩

My biggest rule for hormone health, weight loss, blood sugar balancing, blood pressure issues.... ok, maybe let's round this up -

my biggest rule around our diet for good health:

➡️ A minimum of 30 grams of protein

Better yet

➡️ A minimum of 30 grams of protein BEFORE you drink that morning coffee! Especially if you are working on hormone health and you have some hormone related issues going on.

🤯😱 oh, I know! As a coffee lover myself, I know - it sounds horrible. But I promise you - if you want to see your health transform and you really want to make changes to your overall health, eat the protein!

Especially before that coffee!

Why is protein important?
Protein is broken down into amino acids, which are used to build and repair muscles. Amino acids also make hormones and enzymes. Protein is a necessity to our lives! Protein also keeps your satiated for longer.

Do you know how I can tell almost immediately that a client isn't eating enough protein????

⛔️they complain about constantly being hungry
And/Or
⛔️they complain about cravings or issues with binge eating, especially in the evening, because they are ravenously hungry at night
And/or
⛔️they complain about feeling tired in the afternoon and needing a nap
And/or
⛔️they aren't getting the results they would like to see at the gym

So.... How many grams of protein did you have for breakfast this morning?

I had 34 grams over here!

💪

03/01/2024

Aren't seeing the results you are looking for? Or are you stuck in a slump and don't know where to begin?

If there were just 5 tips I could give all of you to begin to transform your health whether your goals are physical health or mental health, start with these 5 things and see how your health transforms itself:

✅️Better sleep
✅️Stress management
✅️Eating quality, whole foods 90% of the time
✅️Strength training at least 3×/week plus take 8,000-10,000 steps daily
✅️Ditch the garbage sugary drinks. And no - those 'no sugar' drinks aren't going to make it better. Drink a minimum of 2L of water daily. Add lemon, lime, berries, ginger, cucumbers, etc. If you absolutely need flavour.

It doesn't need to be complicated but it does need to be consistent.

12/12/2023

‼️ATTENTION: SAINT JOHN CLIENTS‼️

I have one last session available for December. Use up those benefit and come relieve some of that Christmas time stress with a massage.

Thursday, December 14th at 8:45am

*For a Massage or Naturotherapy*

Please PM or email to reserve your space: touchofhealing777@gmail.com

11/24/2023

Hello followers!

As you are aware, I am currently in University full time pursuing my major in Christian Counseling. Currently, I am working on a research paper for my sociology class.

I could use your help! This is completely voluntary, but I have a short survey (link below) to complete. It should only take a few minutes to complete.

This is completely anonymous AND confidential.

Thanks a bunch, everyone!
Krista Gladstone

https://forms.gle/nmy1pi6Ht7nWBuyy7

11/01/2023

‼️UPDATE ON DECEMBER SCHEDULE FOR SAINT JOHN CLIENTS ONLY‼️

Almost fully booked for 2023.

If you are wanting to book something, please send me a msg or text (506) 650-7256.

This is for current clients only. I am not taking on any new clients at this moment. The time slots are filling up quickly so please book soon!

Thanks guys! 💕

Again - THIS IS FOR SAINT JOHN CLIENTS ONLY.

Address

1040 Main Street
Sussex, NB
E4E2Z8

Website

http://Wellnesswithkrista.noterro.com/

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