Gertrude Street Yoga Teachers - Gertrude Street Yoga

Nancy Campos

Nancy is a life-long student and practitioner of the healing arts. She offers Yoga Nidra, Reiki, and Tarot consultations. Her belief that the body-mind-spirit contains the wisdom to balance and heal itself informs all her work.

Nancy came of age in the late 1960’s and early 70’s in California. Being outside at the ocean or hiking in the mountains always provided profound experiences for her and allowed for greater connection between her personal inner world and the greater, all encompassing energy that surrounds everything that exists, visible and invisible.

Over the years, she has studied psychology, body mechanics, deep tissue massage, shiatsu massage, yoga, astrology, tarot, herbology, and Steiner Education.

These days Nancy mostly works with people on an energetic level although she always loved the more physical massage work, and is forever grateful for all that she has learned about the wonders of the human form. The greatest gift she has received and nurtured over the years is the awareness of the body-mind-spirit connection and the huge part Breath plays in uniting them. Her joy is helping others to find balance, integration and peace within their own body-mind-spirit.

Degrees & Areas of Study
Certified Amrit Method Yoga Nidra practitioner
Reiki Master (studied with Allison Eaton)
200 hour Yoga Teacher Training
Shiatsu massage certificate
Massage Therapy certificate
Studied Tarot (with Angeles Arrien)
Certified Steiner School Teacher
Completed Masters Level coursework in Body Psychology at University for Humanistic Studies in California (worked under the mentorship of Ed Maupin)
Bachelor of Arts Degree University of California

Treatments

Yoga Nidra
Yoga Nidra is a sleep based guided meditation which allows the body to deeply restore itself and balance excess stress. Using body, breath and awareness techniques the client is able to move from thinking and doing, to feeling and being.

It is said that 45 minutes of Yoga Nidra is as restorative as several hours of sleep.

Sessions are received lying down on a yoga mat, using whatever props will contribute to making the client warm and comfortable. Blankets, bolsters, and eye masks are made available and will contribute to the client’s comfort and stillness during the session. There is no physical touch given during a Yoga Nidra session. The energy and voice of the facilitator guides the client to enter profoundly deep states of consciousness.

Nancy facilitates private Yoga Nidra sessions for 1-3 people.

60min - $90

Reiki
Reiki assists the body’s natural ability to balance and restore itself at the physical, emotional, mental and spiritual levels. Reiki is a Japanese word meaning “universal life force energy.” This traditional “laying on of the hands” healing art technique has been practiced throughout history; it was rediscovered by Dr. Mikao Usui Sensei of Japan in the 1920’s.

Reiki sessions are received on a massage table with clothes on. Reiki is a gentle hands-on and hands-above the body relaxation technique that promotes stress-reduction, health and healing. The practitioner acts as the vehicle through which Reiki flows. Reiki, the energy itself, is the healer.

60min - $90

Tarot
The Tarot is a visual map of consciousness and a symbolic system that offers insight into the professional contribution, personal motives, and spiritual development of each individual. As a map of consciousness, the Tarot represents a facet of the total life experience incorporating the “practical-everyday world” with the spiritual growth and evolution of each person.
— A. Arrien

Nancy has used and studied Tarot for many years and approaches the cards as symbols from a psychological, mythological, and cross-cultural perspective. Just as psychological and spiritual information is revealed to us in dreams or contemplative states, the Tarot functions as an outer mirror of external experiences and internal psychological states as well. The Tarot deck that Nancy uses was illustrated by Lady Freida Harris, and it reveals the universal principles that are experienced cross culturally, not only from a Western perspective.

The foundation of Nancy’s work with Tarot is the belief that the symbols found on each Tarot card function as a way that the mind and heart can be opened to the wonder of what is going on with the individual, internally and externally at that moment in time.

Nancy offers several different types of Tarot consultations, and it is necessary to have a short phone call with her to discuss which best suits one’s needs and interests.

60min - $90

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Alaine Simone

Alaine has had a curiosity for philosophy, spirituality, nature and the human condition since she was a small girl.

In 2015 Alaine began peeling back the layers of her own birth chart. What was found was a complete breakdown of her own inner workings, planet by planet. With this information Alaine discovered deep compassion for herself. There are reasons why we are the way we are. Astrology helped her on her own pathway of self-love and self-discovery. When she started to read for other people, she found total joy in helping others tap into this too.

Since 2015 Alaine has been passionately studying the rhythms of the Sun, Moon and planets, observing their connection to global events, collective consciousness and individual human experiences.

Alaine is passionate about understanding the human experience in both physical and spiritual forms,from a yin-yang perspective. She holds deep respect and finds equal importance for both science and spirituality and approaches her consultations in the same manner.

Alaine’s intentions behind these Astrological Consultations is to offer greater self-awareness, particularly of their personal karmic cycles and lessons. With self-awareness we gain power and can use this towards self-healing. Alaine can shed light on your potentials but it is up to you to put in the action to ponder, create and heal.

Astrology is a multifaceted, mathematical language that allows us to read how our individual and collective experiences fit into the bigger picture.

For quesions about Astrology, please call Alaine on: 0434 581 973

Treatments
Natal Chart Reading
Most people know what their “star” sign or Sun sign is, which is a 1 in 12 chance of what it will be. When only looking at this, Astrology can seem quite general but this is not the true essence of Astrology. When looking at your natal chart, we use your exact time, place and date of your birth. With this information we are able to draw a map of exactly what the sky looked like at the moment of your birth, from the placement of the planets, asteroids and some key mathematical points used in Astrology. This map is called a Natal or Birth Chart. This chart is unique to you and will not repeat for approximately 25,000 years.

As an Evolutionary Astrologer, my key aim is to look into the evolution of the soul. This method is based on the concept of reincarnation and I use my understanding of Yoga philosophy and Buddhist philosophy to break down the chart into cycles of lessons or karma. We are able to explore what you have mastered in a past life, abilities and traits that you have brought through and your comfort zone. I can see where the soul needs to explore this lifetime and help you find your dharma. We can look into personality traits, habits and strengths and we can peer into your weaknesses and find how to turn them into strengths, to best serve yourself and the people around you.

60min - $100

Personal Horoscope
After having an initial natal chart reading, allowing us to both discover you on a deep and profound level, you may wish to see me for a personal horoscope. This is where I take the current chart of the sky and layer this onto your natal chart. This method is called Transiting Astrology, which allows me to see how the current planets are affecting you. I am not a fortune teller, I cannot tell you exact events that will happen. Rather, I can tell you the flavour of events. The information that I will provide you is an understanding of the potential of your life and the lessons behind it. We explore the greater meanings of the situations that are unfolding.

This allows you to have more of an understanding of the “why” behind certain things in your life. If you have awareness of the lessons, you are granted objectivity of your situation. You are able to take a step back and see the bigger picture.

It is important to note that I can shed light, but it is still up to the individual to create action towards what you want and where you want to go.

60min - $100

Relationship Astrology
Astrology is a powerful tool for relating with other people. It is known that every human processes and experiences reality differently to the next. Another person can share their experience with you but to understand someone else’s astrology, allows you an objective view into why they are, the way they are.

When we understand our own charts, we can begin to view our behaviours and personality objectively. This makes room for compassion, love and understanding. When we know the astrology of another, this objective compassion, love and understanding is able to be felt for them also. Through relationship astrology, we explore the dynamics between two people as individuals and together. We also take time to look into the dynamics of the relationship as its own separate entity, exploring any karmic connections or contracts that may need to play out. Are you holding each other back or are you pushing each other towards success? What are the key reasons you have been brought together? What do you have to learn and what do you have to teach?

Relationship astrology is either offered for one person, at the standard 1 hour price. Or Relationship astrology packages are charged at $300. This includes 3 consultations in total. One-on-one consulting with each individual and then a consultation with the 3 of us, for up to an hour, one week after. This method allows each individual to take in information and process individually, without having to reflect with their partner straight away. This makes room for deeper self-analysis and honesty.

60 min Individual Relationship Reading - $120
3 Part Couple’s Relationship Reading Package (2 x 60 minute individual readings & 1 x couples reading) - $300

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Carol Lewis

Carol became a qualified aromatherapist after completing the Diploma in Health Science (Aromatherapy) in 2000.

Since that time she has continued to follow her passion for holistic therapies through further studies in Usui Shiki Ryoho Reiki, Hawaiian Hot Stone Massage and meditation. Drawing on training, knowledge and experience allows her to tailor treatments specifically for a persons needs and give them the tools to live a more balanced and connected life.

As well as having her own practice, she has also been working in aged care facilities using aromatherapy to assist in wellbeing and providing 1-1 nurturing massage, as well as relaxation and sensory group sessions. She also guide weekly meditation classes to this community. Carol has also created (and continues to create) a range of aromatherapy products to promote and enhance wellbeing.

Carol has experienced her own pain and suffering but through the suffering she has known great healing, compassion and love. This is what continues to inspire her to work with others and help them through their own journeys, whatever that may be.

Training and Education
Cert IV in aromatherapy - 1999-2000 - Melbourne College of Natural Medicine
Cert IV in remedial therapies - 2000-2002 - Melbourne College of Natural Medicine
Diploma of Health Science - 2000-2002 - Melbourne College of Natural Medicine
Reiki 1 and 2 - 2006 - Deidre Heppell
Reiki ART and Master - 2011 - Louisa Riley at Sacred Lotus Healing
Hawaiian Hot Stone Massage - 2015 - Ili Ili Stones
Myofascial release - 2016 - Endeavour College, Melbourne
50 hour Meditation Teacher Training - 2016 - The Dream Haus, Berlin and Australian Yoga Academy
200 hour Mindful Meditation Certificate - current - The Dream Haus, Berlin and Australian Yoga Academy

Treatments
As unique as you are, so is every treatment given, depending on what your needs are and how you would like to feel on the day. Each treatment begins with a short consultation.

Relax and Balance Massage
When the body is taken into a state of deep relaxation it allows it to release and let go so healing can occur. Using a combination of massage techniques and reflexology this treatment will help with pain relief, reduce symptoms of stress and calm the mind. It may relax or energise the body depending on your needs. A blend or individual essential oil may also be used as part of the treatment.

60 mins - $80
90 mins - $110

Hawaiian Hot Stone Massage
Using the wisdom of the four elements, earth, fire, air and water, this massage is used to soothe, heal and restore. The heat from the stones penetrate deep into the body, removing any blockages so the energy can flow freely, blood flow is increased and and pain is reduced. The rhythmical strokes take you into a deeper state of relaxation, softening and releasing tension in muscles and tissues. Finally ending with an auric cleanse and a blessing is given. This is a powerful and cleansing massage.

60 mins - $95
90 mins - $125

Usui Shiki Ryoho Reiki
Reiki is a Japanese healing therapy that uses the laying on of hands to channel the universal life force energy, encouraging the body and mind to use its own natural healing capabilities. It is a gentle yet powerful healing treatment that can be received by all ages and all stages of life. The word reiki comes from the Japanese words Rei (universal life) and Ki (energy)

60 mins - $90
90 mins - $120

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To book a session please contact Carol directly by calling or texting: 0402 124 696.