What is Somatic Dialogue for Self-Care?

Somatic Dialogue is a technique developed by Dr. Kathryn Kloos which helps to uncover the emotional underpinnings of deeply held somatic patterns in your body. Influenced by mindfulness practices, guided imagery, the Polyvagal Theory and Hakomi Therapy, this technique can guide you into finding the energetic and emotional patterns stored in your body. You will learn how to scan your body to find these tensions and then be able to use the drop dose herbal allies to help you to create new patterns.

You deserve to Feel Good in Your Body.

We all hold stories in our tissues, especially in our pelvis. Our health conditions can be a way to initiate ourselves into deeper levels of wholeness and wellbeing. If you are female-identifying and have struggled in these ways and want tools to understand yourself better and heal at the nervous system level, this course is for you. In this course you will learn:

  • the history (herstory) of utilizing herbs for womens health conditions

  • polyvagal nerve theory and how to recognize when we are dysregulated

  • menstrual cycle basics and hormone function

  • pelvic congestion causes and treatments

  • uterine, ovarian, abdominal and breast massage with guided meditations

  • how to work with castor oil packs, mayan vaginal steams, dry skin brushing, hydrotherapy, sleep hygiene, anti-inflammatory diet

  • how to utilize drop dose herbal allies and plant spirit songs to resource the mental and spiritual bodies

  • somatic dialogue method of self-care for feeling safe and connected in the world

  • how to talk to the body and unravel deeply held stories and tensions using somatic dialogue

  • have the option to participate in 6 additional hours of live teachings with Dr Kloos on Zoom

Live Zoom dates and Early Bird Discount Code will be announced soon!

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Join me on a journey of Sacred Self-Care

Sacred Self-Care: Herbal Allies & Somatic Healing for Women is a holistic approach that honors the unique rhythms and needs of the female body and spirit. Sacred self-care involves intentional nurturing practices such as uterine and breast self massage, vaginal steams, meditations, skin brushing, movement, singing and rituals that celebrate your innate feminine wisdom. You will learn how to work with drop-dose herbs for their emotional and spiritual support of your nervous system. Each herb has a unique energetic signature to help you to resource qualities such as self-love, protection, balance and healthy boundaries. Peony, Yellow Pond Lily and Quaking Aspen, Western Red Cedar, Devil’s Club and Yarrow provide gentle support, aiding in hormonal balance, reducing stress, and promoting restful sleep. By integrating these elements into daily life, women can cultivate a deeper connection to their inner wisdom, enhance their well-being, and embrace their natural cycles with grace and empowerment. This harmonious blend of self-care and somatic herbal wisdom fosters a profound sense of wholeness and vitality, celebrating the essence of the divine feminine.

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Learn Somatic Dialogue with Plant Allies

  • We will meet on-line 4 times over the course of 1 moon cycle.  During this time we will learn how to engage in somatic dialogue alongside 6 different plant allies.  Each class will include a review and discussion of the on-line material, an introduction to 1 or 2 plant allies with their song, and a guided somatic dialogue journey within yourself.  
  • The 6 plant allies covered in this course are Western Peony, Yellow Pond Lily, Quaking Aspen, Yarrow, Devils Club and Western Red Cedar. It is recommended, but not required, to have the 6 plant ally tinctures for the course.  
  • You may purchase the tinctures from Cascadia Folk Medicine at Cascadiafolkmedicine.com. Students of this course receive a 20% discount on tinctures by entering the discount code ASHUSHA20 at checkout.
  • The dates for the live on-line classes will be announced soon! The times for the live classes are 6-7:30 pm PST.  You will receive a Zoom link to the live courses in your email.
  • The live courses will be video recorded and uploaded onto the on-line platform for all students to be able to view.  So if you are unable to attend any of the live classes, you can watch the videos anytime later.
  • Once you purchase the course, the on-line material will be available to view and/or download immediately. 

Instructor Dr Kathryn Kloos ND

Kathryn Kloos, ND

Naturopathic Dr

I am a board certified Naturopathic Primary Care Physician, Herbalist and Licensed Massage Therapist. I graduated with a Bachelor’s of Science at Bastyr University’s first ever Herbal Science degree in 2003. I have many years of experience in treating musculoskeletal conditions using myofascial massage, deep tissue and intuitive energy work. My deep reverence for nature and sincere desire to learn herbal medicine led me to South America where I spent 6 months experiencing the traditional healing practices of Chilean indigenous healers and Amazonian folk healers. Witnessing the extraordinary healing power of nature inspired me to pursue further training as a Naturopathic Physician. I graduated from the National College of Naturopathic Medicine in Portland, Oregon with special interests in physical medicine, women’s health and pediatrics. My practice focuses on strengthening overall health through nutrition, herbal medicine, homeopathy, massage/bodywork, Holistic Pelvic Care™ and lifestyle counseling. At home, I am nourished by my vivacious two sons who constantly remind me about the magic of life. I am also nourished by good community and my husband’s support and commitment to his work as an herbal educator and founder of The School of Forest Medicine. Our combined mission is to help people regain their health by connecting to the healing that nature has to provide. My practice offers a unique fusion of naturopathic medicine and advanced bodywork specialized to support vibrant, healthy wombs and bodies. As a naturopathic physician I utilize herbs, bio-therapeutic drainage, homeopathy and nutrition to help the body eliminate wastes and restore balance. My Education and Training include: Licensed Massage Therapist (Brenneke School of Massage), Bachelor of Sciences in Herbal Sciences (Bastyr University), Naturopathic Doctorate (National University of Natural Medicine), Arvigo Techniques of Mayan Abdominal Massage™ (Pregnancy and Professional Courses), Holistic Pelvic Care Professional Training™ (Tami Kent , PT), Herman and Wallace Professional Level Courses, Visceral Manipulation - Barral Institute, John Barnes Myofascial Release Continuing Education.

Course curriculum

    1. Before we begin, please answer this one question survey.... Thank You

    2. About Dr Kathryn Kloos N.D., Instructor

    3. About Sandy Evans Tolonen LAc, Contributing Writer

    1. Historical Highlights of Women's Healthcare in the West, Audio Visual Presentation

    1. Naturopathic Approach to Women's Health from the Perspective of Nervous System Regulation

      FREE PREVIEW

    2. Please Read Before Continuing this Chapter

    3. Physiology of Stress, Trauma and Polyvagal Nerve Theory Video Lecture by Dr Kathryn Kloos

    4. Nervous System Basics, Audio Visual Presentation

    5. Nervous System Dysregulation, Audio Visual Presentation

    6. Causes of Nervous System Dysregulation, Audio Visual Presentation

    7. Polyvagal Theory, Audio Visual Presentation

      FREE PREVIEW

    8. How to Recognize a Dysregulated Nervous System, Audio Visual Presentation

    9. Vagal Tone & Heart Rate Variability, Audio Visual Presentation

    10. How to Improve Vagal Tone & Heart Rate Variability, Audio Visual Presentation

    11. Bonus: Dr Kathryn Kloos singing Moon Song

      FREE PREVIEW

    1. Menstrual Cycle Basics Video Lecture by Dr Kathryn Kloos

    2. Menstrual Cycle Basics

    3. Xenoestrogens Handout (download-able)

    4. Bonus: Dr Kathryn Kloos singing Water of Life Song

    1. Pelvic Congestion Video Lecture by Dr Kathryn Kloos

      FREE PREVIEW

    2. Pelvic Congestion, Audio Visual Presentation

    3. Pelvic Congestion & the Liver, Audio Visual Presentation

    4. Pelvic Congestion & the Nervous System, Audio Visual Presentation

    5. Abdominal & Uterine Self Massage (download-able)

    6. Abdominal & Uterine Self Massage -Diaphragm Release Video

    7. Abdominal & Uterine Self Massage -Small Intestine Massage Video

    8. Abdominal & Uterine Self Massage -Large Intestine Massage Video

    9. Abdominal & Uterine Self Massage -Uterine Massage & Lift Video

    10. Abdominal & Uterine Self Massage -Uterine Side Lying Technique Video

    11. Abdominal & Uterine Self Massage Video -Ovarian Massage Video

      FREE PREVIEW

    12. Abdominal & Uterine Self Massage Video -Giving Thanks to your Body

    13. Abdominal & Uterine Self Massage Guided Audio (download-able)

    1. The Therapeutic Order Video Lecture by Dr Kathryn Kloos

    2. The Therapeutic Order, Audio Visual Presentation

    3. Remove Obstacles to Cure, Audio Visual Presentation

    4. Anti-inflammatory Diet Guidelines Handout (download-able)

    5. Stimulate the Body's Innate Healing, Audio Visual Presentation

    6. Hydrotherapy hot\cold, Audio Visual Presentation

    7. Dry Skin Brushing, Audio Visual Presentation

    8. Dry Skin Brushing Demonstration Video

    9. Castor Oil Packs, Audio Visual Presentation

    10. Basic Castor Oil Pack Demonstration Video

      FREE PREVIEW

    11. Guided Meditation Audio (download-able, can listen during Castor Oil Pack time)

      FREE PREVIEW

    12. Healing Visualization, Audio Visual Presentation

    13. Abdominal & Uterine Self-Massage (download-able)

    14. Abdominal & Uterine Self-Massage Guided Audio (download-able)

    15. Breast Self-massage, Audio Visual Presentation

    16. Maya Vaginal Steam, Audio Visual Presentation

    17. Maya Vaginal Steam, Demonstration Video

About this course

  • $325.00
  • 78 lessons
  • 2 hours of video content
  • option to join 6 hours of live Zoom lessons with Dr Kloos

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Connect with your Divine Healing Feminine, today

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