Meet Jodi
Jodi Kershaw - Owner, Reiki Master & Yoga Healing Instructor
Hi! I'm Jodi and I have always been helping people in one way or another, as a daughter, sister, mother, wife, aunt, and even in my professional life.
As an empath and lifelong healer, my path has always been dedicated to the well-being of others. Having been on my own deep healing journey for the last few years, I wanted to create a sanctuary for my hometown and surrounding communities to connect and flourish.
I am a Certified Reiki Master and a Yoga Instructor specializing in the meditative, nervous-system-soothing practices of Yin and Restorative Yoga. My background in Child Psychology and certification as a Kids Yoga Instructor allow me to bring a unique, nurturing perspective to practitioners of all ages.
My mission is simple: to offer a space of love, healing, and light to those seeking support on their own path to wellness.
I am here to hold space for you, gently guide you and look forward to walking this journey with you.
About Dragonfly Healing Studio
My Story
As an experienced wellness warrior with PTSD + anxiety, and the added joy of having limited mobility + fatigue caused by an auto-immune disease, it would sometimes be difficult for me to attend yoga classes in a crowded studio or healing space.
Understanding that yoga instructors have multiple students in each class, and more than one class a week, it is obviously difficult for them to tailor classes to any one person's specific health issues or needs, let alone provide individualized attention within a 60 minute class.
After connecting with my beautiful + inspiring Restorative Yoga instructor one evening to inquire about her journey, I realized that becoming an instructor + Reiki Practitioner had always been my soul's purpose.
I wanted to share these gifts with others and create a safe + comfortable space where people could come to heal, get guidance and find community in an intimate + peaceful setting. And so, with the encouragement of a few amazing people, Dragonfly Healing Studio was born!
My Philosophy
Dragonfly Healing Studio was created out of a belief that you are the key to your own healing + wellness success. I have experienced first hand what advocating for yourself + taking control of your health and wellness can achieve. Everyone has their own healing stories to share, and are on their own wellness journeys. Having someone to share this with makes the journey more enjoyable.
My goal is to provide support for you to achieve your own personal wellness goals, without judgement, and to be your cheerleader throughout the process. I truly believe in a holistic approach that addresses the mind, body, and soul.
I strive to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where everyone feels comfortable and supported, and where your individual needs are my primary focus. My small studio space is intended to be inviting, nurturing and safe to support your energetic + emotional well-being.
Healing happens quietly, in the small moments: a deep breath, a shared experience, a child's laughter or simply the feeling of being fully seen and held.
This is what guides me.
Cancellation + Refund Policy
We understand that sometimes life happens and you may not be able to attend your scheduled session. Please review the following policies prior to booking.
Refunds:
As our practitioners are providing a service, as agreed to by you, we will not provide refunds once services have been rendered.
We reserve the right to modify pricing at any time.
Rescheduling:
We encourage you to reschedule rather than cancel appointments. Notification must be received 24 hours prior to your session start time.
Please note: After TWO (2) consecutive reschedules, your appointment will be marked as cancelled + you will forfeit any payment. If you decide to schedule another appointment, you will not be credited.
Cancellations:
If you do need to cancel your appointment, you will incur a 50% cancellation fee as your session will have been customised prior to your appointment. Please reach out directly if there are extenuating circumstances you wish to discuss.
No Shows:
You will be considered a no-show if 15 minutes has elapsed since the start of your appointment and you have not made any attempt to contact Dragonfly Healing Studio or your practitioner directly. No shows will not be refunded and you will forfeit your session fee.
Studio Closures:
In the event that the studio cannot be opened, or that we cannot reach your location, we will endeavour to give you as much notice as possible. Your session will be rescheduled at your convenience and no additional fees will be incurred.
Terms + Conditions
Terms + Conditions
By making an appointment, you are verifying that you are 18 years of age or older, or, have consent from a parent or guardian and you accept the following:
At Dragonfly Healing Studio, we are committed to supporting you in your healing + wellness journey. It is important to remember that this journey is YOUR OWN. Our aim is to provide you with complementary healing resources and these do not take the place of a licensed medical professional, or therapist. It is your responsibility to consult with a medical professional prior to any treatment and inform us of any concerns prior to treatment.
Our approach incorporates a combination of mindfulness, physical + energy practices, sound and breathwork to optimize your physical, mental, spiritual + emotional well being. We are here to guide you + support you, not to "cure" you.
Our sessions are intended to help you make a big impact and difference in your life + within yourself. Please don't schedule if you know you aren't going to show up for yourself, be open and accepting of the process, or put in the work.
We are not licensed medical professionals or therapists and do not diagnose conditions, nor perform medical treatment, make any medical claims, prescribe substances or therapies, nor interfere with the treatment of a licensed medical professional.
As stipulated by law, we cannot, and do not, make any guarantees or claims to specific outcomes or results. You alone are responsible and accountable for your decisions, actions and results in life, and by booking with Dragonfly Healing Studio, you agree to these terms, and will not attempt to hold your practitioner, or the studio, liable for your decisions, actions or results, at any time, under any circumstance.
Confidentiality + Privacy
Any information disclosed during your sessions, or through forms you complete, is considered confidential. We will not share this information with anyone without your written permission, except as noted below.
- We may disclose your information when legally required, such as in cases of suspected child or elder abuse, when there is reasonable concern for the safety of you or others, or if required by a court of law.
- We may discuss general details of your case with a professional colleague for the purpose of obtaining a second opinion or guidance; however, your identity or any personally identifying details will remain undisclosed.
Files and information may be kept on file for up to six (6) years, and will then be destroyed in a confidential and private manner.
Inclusivity + Land Acknowledgement
Inclusivity Pledge
Dragonfly Healing Studio commits to supporting an inclusive healing environment accepting people of all backgrounds + beliefs. We are respectful to all souls regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, age, veteran status, ability, immigration status, economic status, gender identity, and sexual orientation. We also support a body-positive culture in our work and everyday lives.
Land Acknowledgement
Dragonfly Healing Studio recognizes that its work, and the work of its community often takes place on traditional Indigenous territories across the province. We acknowledge that there are 46 treaties and other agreements that cover the territory now called Ontario. We are thankful to be able to work and live in these territories. We are thankful to the First Nations, Metis and Inuit people who have cared for these territories since time immemorial and who continue to contribute to the strength of Ontario and to all communities across the province.
Dragonfly Healing Studio would also like to acknowledge that it is located in Hagersville, Ontario and on the traditional territory of many nations including the Mississaugas of the Credit, the Anishnabeg, the Chippewa, the Haudenosaunee and the Wendat peoples, and is now the home to many diverse First Nations, Inuit and Metis peoples. We also acknowledge that Hagersville, and the surrounding communities we serve, are covered by Treaty 13 signed with the Mississaugas of the Credit, and the Williams Treaties signed with multiple Mississaugas and Chippewa bands.
Acknowledging traditional Indigenous territories is one way to recognize contemporary and historical Indigenous presence and land rights. It is a small step towards dismantling the continued impacts of colonialism and undoing Indigenous erasure in our everyday lives. For more information on the purpose of Land Acknowledgements check out native-land.ca.