A warm and experiential journey through The Myth of Normal by Dr. Gabor Maté and
Daniel Maté.
This intimate eight-week circle is for those who want to explore the book beyond
an intellectual level. Together, we will reflect on its teachings, gently explore the
patterns we carry, and bring the material into the body through therapeutic and
experiential practices.
Each gathering will include meaningful discussion, guided teaching,
nervous system support, and space for personal reflection and connection.
The Myth of Normal Workshop
An Eight-Week therapeutic Circle
What We Will Explore
Throughout the eight weeks, we will explore themes such as:
The meaning of trauma beyond major life events
The connection between emotional stress and physical health
Attachment, authenticity, and childhood adaptation
The ways we learn to disconnect from ourselves
Emotional suppression, boundaries, and relationships
Compassion as a pathway toward healing
Reconnecting with the body and its wisdom
Creating meaningful and sustainable change
This is not simply a traditional book club. It is a supportive therapeutic circle
where the teachings of the book are explored through conversation, embodiment, reflection, and shared experience.
Your Facilitator
I am a Registered Trauma-Informed Clinical Counsellor, Certified Compassionate Inquiry Practitioner,
Psychedelic-Assisted Therapist, and Certified Breathwork Facilitator.
Having trained in Dr. Gabor Maté’s Compassionate Inquiry approach, I bring a deep understanding of
the themes explored in The Myth of Normal. My work integrates trauma-informed counselling, mindfulness,
breathwork, nervous system awareness, somatic exploration, and compassionate self-inquiry.
My intention is to create a space where you feel safe, seen, and supported as you explore the material,
not only through the mind, but also through the wisdom of your body.
What Each Session Includes
Each two-hour gathering may include:
Tea or cacao
A grounding meditation with gentle welcome sound
Discussion of the assigned chapters
Teaching and therapeutic exploration
Guided reflection and group conversation
An experiential healing practice
Journaling and integration
A home reflection for the following week
Experiential practices will include:
Cacao circle
Art therapy
Somatic movement
Sound healing
Tea circle and guided reflection
Hakomi-inspired exploration
Breathwork
A final integration and closing circle
All practices will be offered through a gentle, invitational, and trauma-informed approach.
You will always be encouraged to honour your own boundaries and participate at your own pace.
Who This Circle Is For
This experience may be supportive for you if you:
Feel deeply connected to the teachings of Gabor Maté
Want to understand your patterns with greater compassion
Are curious about the relationship between trauma, stress, and the body
Want to feel more connected to yourself and your authentic needs
Value both meaningful conversation and embodied experience
Are looking for a warm and supportive space for reflection and growth
What Makes This Circle Unique?
This is more than a book club. It is a therapist-led healing circle rooted in the teachings of The Myth of Normal.
As a Registered Trauma-Informed Clinical Counsellor and Certified Compassionate Inquiry Practitioner trained by Dr. Gabor Maté, I bring a deep understanding of the philosophy and clinical principles behind the book. Rather than simply discussing the chapters, we will explore how these ideas live within our own lives, relationships, bodies, and nervous systems.
Because I am a therapist, this circle offers something unique. When emotions, memories, or personal insights naturally arise, they are held within a safe, compassionate, and trauma-informed container. Together, we create a space where participants can explore with curiosity, connect with others, and feel supported while integrating the material in a meaningful way.
Through guided discussions, experiential practices, and shared reflection, this becomes more than reading a book, it becomes an opportunity for personal growth, deeper self-understanding, and healing in community.
Registration Details
Dates: September 20–November 15
Day: Sundays (In-person)
Time: 9:00–11:00 AM
Group size: Limited to 10 participants
Investment: $865 CAD per person
Payment:
Early Bird:$765 CAD
Available until August 31 or for the first 4 registrations (whichever comes first).
Payment Plan:
Reserve your place with a $300 non-refundable deposit, followed by:
Payment 2: $282.50
Payment 3: $282.50
(Payments due monthly before the program begins and midway through the series, or on dates you specify.)
Your registration includes all eight facilitated sessions, tea or cacao where offered, experiential practices, and workshop materials.
Participants are responsible for purchasing or borrowing their own copy of The Myth of Normal.
Insurance Coverage
Sessions may be eligible for reimbursement through extended health benefits that cover counselling services.
A receipt will be provided under Clinical Counselling. Coverage varies between insurance providers and individual plans, so participants are encouraged to confirm their eligibility directly with their provider before registering.
This circle is limited to 10 participants to preserve a sense of intimacy, safety, and meaningful connection.
By registering, you are committing to the full eight-week experience. Please review the cancellation and attendance policy before completing your payment.