Optimal Healing Expanding Services to Enhance Community Well-Being
Integrative approaches that support holistic healing
North Adams, MA - Optimal Healing, founded by Licensed Social Worker Ashley Benson in 2019, is thrilled to announce the expansion of its services to include additional yoga classes led by esteemed instructor Devin Raber. This expansion is a significant step towards realizing Ashley's vision of creating a comprehensive space for self-care and personal development.
Ashley Benson, who established Optimal Healing as a private psychotherapy practice, recognized the barriers that prevent individuals from accessing holistic healing. Her commitment to addressing these barriers has led to the development of a team of twenty-four dedicated practitioners, including eleven therapists, who provide therapy and support to children, adults, and families in the Northern Berkshire area. In addition to the clinical team, Optimal Healing has two massage therapists, a Reiki Master, Shamanic Practioner, Tarot Reader, and five Yoga & Fitness Instructors. The team is committed to offering complimentary services that help clients find healing in various ways that support the bodymind connection, including drumming, aerial pilates, sound healing, mindfulness and mediation, chakra balancing and reiki infused yoga classes.
"With the increased need for mental health support, especially post-pandemic, we wanted to ensure that our community has access to a wide range of therapeutic options," said Michael Smith, LICSW. "Our goal is to help individuals enhance their social and emotional well-being, which in turn supports their success in all areas of life."
Benefits of Optimal Healing's Expanded Services:
Holistic Care: Integration of mind, body, spirit, and community for balanced well-being that supports holistic health and healing.
Expert Practitioners: Access to a team of highly-qualified clinicians, therapists, instructors and bodyworkers, committed to providing high quality care and continued learning in their areas of expertise.
New Yoga Classes: Led by Devin Raber, these classes offer authentic and empowering experiences.
Comprehensive Support: Taking a salutogenic approach to health and well-being, focussing on the factors that promote well-being. Working with clients to harness the inner resources one needs to heal. Our approach is anchored in MINDFULNESS, nonjudgmental awareness of the present moment, and COMPASSION, sensitivity to suffering and motivation to reduce or alleviate stressors.
The addition of yoga classes to Optimal Healing's offerings are kicking off with a special event February 13-16 entitled " Intentional Acts of Loving Kindness." The event takes place Valentine's weekend as Optimal Healing celebrates self-compassion and welcomes new team members, Devin Raber, yoga instructor and former owner of North Adams Yoga, Annalise Stys, Tarot Reader & Teacher, and special announcement that Reiki Master Danielle Girard will begin teaching Yoga in March 2025 as she completes her teacher certification.
To celebrate four special events will be hosted to help cultivate love and kindness as we navigate the muddy waters of life. Check for more info on our website!
Feb 13th at 6:30pm: Cacao Ceremony & Drumming Circle, Led by Shannon Toye and Olivia Moran
Feb 14 at 6:30pm: Lions Heart Manifestation Candles, Led by Danielle Girard and Shannon Toye
Feb 15 at 10am: Couples Thai Yoga Massage, Led by Devin Raber
Feb 16, by appointment: Tarot Readings with Rivertown Tarot, Led by Annalis Stys
About Optimal Healing
Optimal Healing is dedicated to providing a range of therapeutic services designed to support the holistic well-being and personal journey of healing for individuals and families. With a team of experienced clinical practitioners, Optimal Healing offers psychotherapy, integrative wellness approaches, movement, massage, energy work and alternative healings and rituals all under one roof. The practice is committed to curating wellness experiences that enhance our clients quality of life.
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