Chelsea Bessette l Deconstructed Wellness

07/30/2025

The last few weeks I have had the honor of processing in a deep and powerful way.

Finding a support team that helps you heal and grow in a way that is deeper than you could ever imagine and feels like a soft warm blanket is everything.

I have been meeting myself in ways I never have. Painful and peaceful. Terrible and incredible. This capacity. This knowing. It’s everything I have ever wanted.

Why am I sharing this? The capacity I have to go to the most painful places to meet and be with myself is reflected in my ability to hold space for you.

No toxic positivity. No pleasantries. No expectations. Just fully and wholly here for it all.

I’ve been obsessed with my legacy for a lifetime and I’ve realized that this is it. To sit with every single thing that is beautiful and terrible. For me and for you.

I deserve to feel it all. Every single ounce of this human experience. I have the capacity for it all. And so do you.

What is possible for our world when we address the war inside ourself? I am so curious. I don’t have the answers for you but you do.

Self exploration is so beautiful because it’s yours. You get to decide how to play with it, hold it, and interact with it. You get to decide what is true. You get to change. A million times. You get to meet yourself again and again and again.

The truth is in you. Your truth is in you.

Holy f*cking sh*t. Your capacity is everything. This is the point. You are the whole point.

07/19/2025

The world was never meant to be shaped by one kind of child.

And yet, so many children grow up believing they have to quiet down, shrink themselves, or behave a certain way to be seen as “good.”

But the truth is:
We need the gentle observers who notice what others miss.
The fiery leaders who speak up and shake things loose.
The dreamers, the question-askers, the boundary-pushers, the deep feelers.

Every single one brings something this world desperately needs.

So let’s stop measuring goodness by how easy a child is to manage — and start honouring who they truly are.

Because a child’s worth should never be defined by how neatly they fit into a box. ❤️

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07/16/2025

A landmark review finds no scientific evidence that depression is caused by a chemical imbalance.

A major umbrella review led by researchers at University College London has found no convincing evidence that depression is caused by low serotonin levels or reduced serotonin activity. Published in Molecular Psychiatry, the study analyzed decades of research across several major fields and concluded that the long-standing “chemical imbalance” theory lacks scientific support. This challenges the core rationale behind the widespread use of antidepressants like SSRIs, which are believed to work by correcting low serotonin. The review suggests that the popularity of this theory may have contributed to the massive increase in antidepressant prescriptions despite the absence of biological proof.

The findings also raise concerns about how this serotonin theory may shape public perception and treatment decisions.

With up to 90% of people believing depression stems from a chemical imbalance, researchers warn that this misconception can discourage recovery optimism and reliance on non-drug treatments.

Moreover, some evidence points to antidepressants possibly lowering serotonin levels over time, highlighting a need for transparency and new approaches to mental health care.

The authors advocate for a shift in focus toward addressing life stressors, trauma, and social factors through therapy and lifestyle interventions rather than pharmacological solutions alone.

Source: Moncrieff, J., Cooper, R. E., Stockmann, T., Amendola, S., Hengartner, M. P., & Horowitz, M. A. (2022). The serotonin theory of depression: A systematic umbrella review of the evidence. Molecular Psychiatry

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06/11/2025

Here’s the thing most of us were never taught:
Stress doesn’t live in your calendar.
It lives in your nervous system.

If your body never gets the signal that the stress is over, it stays stuck in go-mode—tensed, wired, exhausted.

So real stress relief?
It’s not bubble baths or mindset hacks.
It’s learning to help your body feel safe again.

This is where somatic work changes everything.

✨It gets under the surface
✨It speaks your body’s language
✨It helps your system re-regulate—without force, without shame

If you’re ready to manage stress from the inside out, DM me STRESS or hit the link in bio to start your nervous system healing.

06/02/2025

We’re so quick to blame ourselves when we “mess up” after a win.
When we ghost the thing we wanted.
When success feels… weirdly uncomfortable.

But what if you’re not sabotaging?
What if your nervous system is just maxed out?

Most of us were never taught how to feel safe with expansion.
We learned to brace. To shrink. To stay in familiar discomfort because it’s predictable.

This is the quiet work behind real growth.
Training your body to hold more love, more joy, more visibility… without collapse.

You don’t need to force your way forward.
You just need to feel safe there.

🌀 This is the work I support my clients with—through somatic practices, BodyTalk, and nervous system restoration.
If you’re ready to expand without burning out, I’d love to help you get there.

👉🏽 Save this for when you feel stuck.
💬 Let me know if this resonates.
🔗 Link in bio to book or DM me to start.

05/30/2025

Healing doesn’t follow a script.

It can look like crying in the car, zoning out in the middle of a conversation, or laughing at something that used to hurt.

It can be loud—screaming into pillows, punching the air in a breathwork session, sobbing through a song.
It can be quiet—sitting in stillness, not replying right away, choosing rest instead of pushing through.

And yes, it can be awkward. Uncomfortable. Messy.
But thats how you know it’s working.

This is your permission to let it be whatever it is.
There’s no “right” way to heal or change. Just your way.
And it’s always worth it.

05/27/2025

What if your body already has the answers?

Hi, I’m Chelsea.

If you’re exhausted by quick-fix advice and still searching for answers, you’re not alone. My work is for the deep feelers, the seekers—the ones navigating chronic pain, emotional overwhelm, identity shifts, and everything in between.

Through BodyTalk, Somatics, Human Design, breath work, and trauma-informed support, I help you come back to your body—at your pace, in your own way.

This isn’t about perfection.
It’s about presence.
All that’s required is that you show up.
Your body already knows what to do.

Ready for something that meets you exactly where you are?
Click to learn more or book a session.

05/25/2025

New name. New vibe. Same mission.

Welcome to Deconstructed Wellness.

My work blends science, intuition, and deep listening to meet you where you are—not where a checklist says you should be.

I support people navigating chronic pain, identity shifts, emotional overwhelm, self-growth, and the tender, messy middle parts of life.

Using tools like BodyTalk, Somatics, Human Design, and Birthwork, I help you reconnect with your body’s wisdom—on your own terms and at your own pace.

If you’re craving wellness that feels human, not performative, you’re in the right place.

Follow along for grounded support, real talk, and gentle reminders that healing doesn’t have to be pretty to be powerful.

Ready to begin?
Message me or head to the link in bio to book a session.

This is wellness, deconstructed.

04/23/2025

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03/07/2025

So excited to be part of the Elevated Wellness Retreat! Get ready to recharge, connect, and grow with an amazing community! ✨

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Connect with local wellness businesses, discovering new tools and resources to support your journey beyond the retreat. Whether you seek clarity, healing, or motivation, this immersive experience will leave you feeling empowered, energized, and deeply connected—both to yourself and a supportive community.

Your ticket includes a nutritious meal, a refreshing drink, and a guaranteed door prize, ensuring you walk away with something meaningful. Plus, with over $5,000 in giveaways, every participant will receive something to continue their wellness journey in a lasting way.

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12/01/2024

10/07/2024

I have only been left speechless a few times in my life. This is one of them. I am deeply grateful for the support and recognition that AWaken Therapies has been given this past week from Vermilion and the surrounding communities. I don't often look back to see where I came from, the goal has always been to move forward. I have been of service to people for 22 years without judgement and only with the intent to help. Never did I realize the impact it had. My staff and fellow colleagues are equally incredible, and committed to help in the same way I do. Which makes this business so fulfilling, I want to thank everyone for the heartfelt support and I do feel the love.

Thank you very much!!