Question 1

What makes this work different from Pilates or fitness classes?

Accepted Answer

This is not about fitness goals or achieving a certain look. While you’ll often feel stronger and more mobile, that’s a natural byproduct of reconnecting with your body. The focus here is awareness — noticing, unwinding, and integrating. This practice sits at the meeting point of movement, nervous system regulation, and intuitive healing.

Question 2

Can anyone do this method of movement?

Accepted Answer

Yes. This work is for anyone who has a pelvis and is willing to listen inward. You don’t need to be flexible, strong, or experienced — you only need curiosity.

Question 3

Do you have social media?

Accepted Answer

No. Creative Core is intentionally off social media. When Pluto entered Aquarius, I received a clear download: I am the algorithm. By living in my authentic self, the right people and experiences naturally find their way to me — and to Creative Core. I value presence, connection, and trust over algorithms. All updates, offerings, and ways to connect are shared through this website and email. If you’ve found your way here, you’re likely ready for this work.

Question 4

What’s the point of moving slowly?

Accepted Answer

Slow movement is a way of listening. When we slow down, we give our nervous system space to feel, integrate, and choose new patterns instead of repeating old ones. It’s not about working harder — it’s about deepening your connection to your body so strength, alignment, and ease emerge naturally.

Question 5

Why only offer private, one-on-one sessions?

Accepted Answer

Every body tells a different story. Working privately allows me to meet you right where you are, moment by moment. This isn’t a set sequence — it’s a co-created process, guided by your body and my intuitive listening. The nervous system responds best when it feels safe, and one-on-one work makes that safety possible.

Question 6

Are all the sessions the same?

Accepted Answer

No. Each session is different because each day you arrive in a new body, with new needs. My role is to track your patterns and meet what’s present — sometimes through movement, sometimes through stillness, sometimes through energetic release.

Question 7

What does trauma-informed mean?

Accepted Answer

Being trauma-informed means I work with an awareness that bodies hold memories, experiences, and protective patterns. You’ll always have choice in our sessions — to pause, to shift, or to name what you’re experiencing. The goal is not to push through, but to listen gently so your system can reorganize in its own time.

Question 8

What does somatic movement mean?

Accepted Answer

Somatic simply means “of the body.” Somatic-oriented movement is about experiencing yourself from the inside out. Instead of trying to achieve a “perfect form,” we practice noticing sensations, breath, and energy flow — and letting those lead the way.

Question 9

What if emotions or memories come up during a session?

Accepted Answer

It’s completely natural. Our bodies store experiences, and when we move or release tension, feelings and memories may rise. There’s no “right way” for this to look — sometimes it’s tears, sometimes laughter, sometimes a quiet sense of relief. I hold space for whatever comes, and you never have to move through it alone.

Question 10

Do you use the reformer in every session?

Accepted Answer

Not always. The reformer is a powerful tool, but it’s just one of many. Sometimes we’ll use it in creative or unexpected ways; other times, the most profound shifts happen on the mat, talking, or walking through the studio. The equipment supports the work, but it doesn’t define it.

Question 11

Why don’t you offer late afternoon or evening sessions?

Accepted Answer

My afternoons and evenings are devoted to rest, regeneration, my studies, and being at home with my husband and animals. This time allows me to stay grounded, replenished, and energetically clear so I can show up fully present and whole for each person I work with. Maintaining this rhythm supports the balance between my work and home life, and ensures the energy of Creative Core remains restorative and alive.

Question 12

How often should I come in for a session?

Accepted Answer

That depends on your goals and your season of life. Some people come weekly, others bi-weekly, others monthly. Consistency helps the nervous system re-pattern, but this work is here to support you — not to add pressure. We’ll find the rhythm that feels sustainable.

Question 13

What happens after the session?

Accepted Answer

You don’t need to hold on to everything in the moment. After each session, I send you a brief write-up highlighting what we worked with — movement patterns, energetic themes, and next steps. The real transformation unfolds at home, as you practice and embody these awarenesses in your daily life. The studio is where you learn the language of your body; your home is where that language becomes your own.

Question 14

Is this movement method safe if I am pregnant or planning on becoming pregnant?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The beauty of this work is that it always begins with you—where you are, how you’re feeling, and what your body needs in the present moment. That means it adapts naturally to every season of life: whether you’re preparing your body for pregnancy, currently pregnant, postpartum, or simply tending to your body in transition.

Rather than following a prescriptive path, our sessions are responsive. Together we’ll explore movement and awareness that support your nervous system, create space in your body, and strengthen connection to your center. Many clients find this work deeply nourishing as they prepare for or move through pregnancy, because it offers safety, gentleness, and a strong foundation for whatever comes next.

Question 15

Do you offer gift certificates?

Accepted Answer

No, I no longer offer gift certificates. The work at Creative Core is deeply personal and best entered into by the individual who feels called to it. Each session is unique to the person in the room, so it’s important that the choice to begin comes directly from them.

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432 South Burdick Street, Kalamazoo, MI, 49007

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