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Welcome to Northwoods Velvaere Studio

Somatic Therapy and Holistic Wellness for Women in Minnesota

Therapy is offered through secure telehealth across Minnesota.
Seasonal, nature-based sessions are available in New York Mills from mid-April through mid-October.

This is a space to slow down, reconnect, and come home to yourself.
Through compassionate, body-centered therapy and nervous system support, I help you navigate stress, life transitions, and healing—at your own pace.

Book a free 15-minute consultation or schedule your first session.

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Northwoods Velvaere Studio is a space for women and teen girls seeking clarity, balance, and renewal.

Through body-centered therapy and gentle, intuitive movement, you are supported in listening to your body, calming your nervous system, and reconnecting with your inner sense of strength and steadiness.

This work is not about fixing yourself.
It is about learning to work with your body instead of against it.

You are allowed to slow down.
You are allowed to take up space.
You are allowed to begin again.

What I Offer

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Somatic Mental Health Therapy

Somatic therapy for women and teen girls navigating trauma, anxiety, burnout, and life transitions.

This approach gently supports your nervous system while helping you reconnect with your body, build self-trust, and feel more grounded in your daily life.

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Yoga & Embodied Movement

Gentle, body-aware yoga designed to support nervous system regulation, mobility, and connection.

No experience needed.
You are invited to move in a way that feels right for your body.

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Workshops

Seasonal, small-group experiences focused on reflection, grounding, and reconnection.

A space to pause, reset, and explore your inner world in a supportive environment.