Healing Through Connection and Understanding
Focusing on the mental, emotional, physical and spiritual aspects of health.
About Kristy Shaw, BISW, RSW
Meet Kristy Shaw , BISW, RSW
Kristy Kaisowatum (Shaw) is a proud Cree and Metis counselor from Piapot First Nation and Lebret, in Treaty 4 Territory. With a Bachelor of Indigenous Social Work from the First Nations University of Canada, she is dedicated to supporting the overall health needs of her community.
Kristy is a registered social worker with the SASW (Saskatchewan Association of Social Workers) and an approved NIHB (non-insured health benefits) mental health therapist.
Kristy’s counselling practise is named: miyo-ayâw which means to improve in health in the Cree language. This name reflects her approach in addressing the mental, emotional, physical and spiritual aspects to wellness as well as the individual, family and community.
Kristy’s methodology to counseling includes somatic experiences, Indigenous approaches to healing alongside appropriate western techniques.
Kristy is able to provide individual, family, couples and group counseling.
About miyo-ayâw Counselling
Mindfulness Counselling
Mindfulness is crucial for mental health because it helps individuals become more aware of their thoughts, feelings, and physical sensations in the present moment without judgment. This increased awareness can lead to better emotional regulation, reduced stress and anxiety, and improved overall well-being.
Somatic Techniques
Somatic techniques for emotional regulation focus on the mind-body connection, using practices like breathwork, body awareness, and movement to release stored tension and promote emotional balance. By becoming more attuned to bodily sensations, individuals can learn to identify and regulate the physical responses associated with different emotions, ultimately improving emotional resilience and reducing reactivity.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Techniques (CBT) involve a variety of strategies aimed at helping individuals identify and change unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors. By identifying and challenging unhelpful patterns, individuals can learn to manage their emotions, improve their behavior, and increase their overall well-being. These techniques are used in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to address a range of mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, and trauma.
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy
DBT aims to help individuals: Understand and accept their emotions, Develop skills to manage intense emotions, Improve interpersonal relationships, Reduce impulsive behaviors, and Increase self-compassion and self-acceptance.
Spiritual Wellness
Spiritual health encompasses a sense of purpose, meaning, and connection, fostering overall well-being. It involves finding meaning in life, connecting with something larger than oneself, and experiencing a sense of hope and peace. Practices like meditation, prayer, and spending time in nature can contribute to spiritual health.
Speaking Engagements
Kristy has spoken at numerous conferences, training seminars and workshops in Saskatchewan and Alberta.
Kristy is a dynamic facilitator and is able to engage youth, staff and Elders to share the knowledge and experiences to help communities heal.
Contact Us
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If you have any questions or want to see if miyo-ayâw counselling is right for you or your community please contact us.
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