Between Realms

10/15/2026

I’m now offering Shamanic Reiki sessions at Velvaere Massage Therapy in Parksville!

Whether you’re looking for a space to rest and recharge, process emotions, receive intuitive guidance, or reconnect with yourself, I look forward to welcoming you into this space.

New Client Offer | 15% off your first session ✨
Available until December 31st, 2026.
Discount applied in clinic.

📍 Velvaere Massage Therapy Clinic, 921D Fairdowne Road, Parksville, BC

Saturdays | 12-7pm

Booking link: https://massagetherapyparksville.janeapp.com/ #/staff_member/11

10/15/2026

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10/15/2026

I want to take a moment to welcome and introduce Maïa Mercure to Velvaere!
In Norwegian, Velvaere means to live in a state of wholeness. Like the pieces of a puzzle coming together which creates a sense of purpose as we function day to day on a personal, social, spiritual, emotional and physical level.

Velvaere describes the balance of mind body and spirit which encompasses physical, emotional, spiritual and social wellness.

I am so excited- because it feels like puzzle pieces have indeed been falling together these last few months. Now, with Maïa, Velvaere's spiritual side can finally form.

Get to know Maïa Below, and stay tuned for more exciting changes and updates. I can't wait to share the pieces of this puzzle with you all.

Maïa combines Usui Reiki with shamanic practices and intuitive channeling to create deeply restorative and personalized healing sessions. Her practice offers a grounded space to slow down, reconnect with yourself, and listen more closely to what is moving within you.

Maïa’s supports individuals navigating grief, heartbreak, life transitions, burnout, fatigue, illness, and periods of spiritual awakening. A session may focus primarily on emotional processing, energy restoration, or spiritual guidance—or, as is often the case, weave together several of these elements. Drawing on her intuitive abilities, Maïa allows each session to unfold organically according to what the client needs in the moment.

Alongside Reiki, sessions may include gentle touch, scent, sound, ritual, and channeled messages. Her approach is both mystical and grounded, with an emphasis on creating a safe, compassionate space where clients can rest, release, receive, and reconnect with their own intuition.

Maïa’s broader training in sacred plant medicine, contemplative practices, and end-of-life care informs her ability to support clients through profound periods of transition, spiritual exploration, and transformation. As a Death Doula, she brings particular depth and sensitivity to supporting those moving through grief and other significant life changes. To learn more about Maïa and her end-of-life care offerings, visit www.betweenrealms.ca

08/12/2026

As the body begins to slow down at the end of life, many changes can occur that may look unfamiliar or concerning. Increased sleep, less responsiveness, reduced appetite and thirst, changes in breathing, and difficulty swallowing are all common and expected parts of the natural dying process. These changes are the body’s way of gradually conserving energy as its systems begin to slow.

Changes in circulation can also cause the hands and feet to become cool, while the skin may appear pale, mottled, or bluish. Blood pressure and pulse may change, and urine output often decreases. A person may also experience periods of confusion, restlessness, altered awareness, or even appear to see or speak with people who have died. While these experiences can be difficult to witness, they can be a normal part of the transition and do not necessarily mean the person is suffering.

Understanding these changes can help families feel less frightened and more prepared to simply be present. Not every person will experience every change, and the timing and progression are unique to each individual. Gentle touch, a calm voice, a peaceful environment, and keeping the mouth and lips comfortable can provide meaningful support. Knowing what is normal allows us to replace fear with understanding, and to focus on comfort, dignity, love, and presence.

08/05/2026

What if talking about death helped us live more fully?

Soul Talks: Living Well, Dying Well invites honest conversation about death, grief, and what it means to live a meaningful life.

🍂 Now booking Fall 2026 workshops.

Visit www.betweenrealms.ca/soultalks to book your session.

Workshops are available in person and virtually.

07/22/2026

At the end of life, no one should have to navigate the journey alone. While healthcare teams provide essential medical care, an end-of-life doula offers something equally important—personalized, non-medical support that honours your values, your wishes, and what matters most to you. We walk alongside individuals and families with compassion, presence, and respect through one of life’s most meaningful transitions.

End-of-life doulas provide emotional, practical, and spiritual support before, during, and after death. From advance care planning and legacy work to advocacy, family support, and helping navigate complex decisions, a death doula creates space for connection, comfort, and peace in ways that complement—not replace—the incredible work of healthcare professionals.

Every person’s end-of-life journey is unique, and their care should be too. An end-of-life doula offers continuity, dedicated time, and a holistic approach that helps individuals and families feel seen, heard, and supported. Because everyone deserves to face the end of life with dignity, compassion, and the reassurance that they don’t have to walk the path alone.

Please see our “Hire a Doula” page at the link below to find yours today - https://eoldac.org/roster/.

04/29/2026

I’m happy to now be offering Reiki for Children as part of my Community Care offerings 🌿

These sessions are designed to support children experiencing grief, anxiety, illness, big emotions, transitions, or energetic sensitivity.

Reiki can help:
✨ Calm the nervous system
✨ Ease overwhelm
✨ Support emotional regulation
✨ Process grief and loss
✨ Encourage relaxation and grounding
✨ Create a sense of safety and balance

Each session is intuitively adapted to meet your child where they are, with a strong focus on comfort, consent, and emotional ease. Caregivers are welcome to remain present throughout.

Whether a child is moving through loss, change, emotional overwhelm, or simply needs additional energetic support, these sessions offer a nurturing space to rest, process, and receive care.

As always, my intention is to provide compassionate, accessible support for individuals and families through all seasons of life.

60 mins • $75

If this feels aligned for your child or family, you’re welcome to reach out or book through my website.

These sessions are for children who may be experiencing anxiety, big emotions, transitions, illness, or energetic sensitivity. Reiki offers a calm and nurturing space to support their nervous system, helping to ease overwhelm, promote relaxation, and restore a sense of safety and balance in the body...

04/21/2026

Need an energetic tune-up? ✨

Come rest & reset with a Reiki session at my cozy studio in Central Nanaimo 🧚🏼

Mondays & Tuesdays

60 mins • $95

Come unwind in the sanctuary of my home studio in Central Nanaimo. These sessions are intuitively guided and tailored to your energetic needs.