"Witnessing individuals flourish, excel, and cultivate their potential resonates deeply within me –
it is the very essence of my purpose."
- Dawna-Lynne Duffy
Welcome, I’m Dawna-Lynne,
It’s with immense joy and open arms that I invite you to explore my world, where I’ve woven my life’s work around the arts of transformative healing and education. As a seasoned body-centered practitioner and devoted educator, I have immersed myself for three decades in unraveling and understanding some of the most profound and transformative healing techniques. My journey is one of continuous evolution and discovery.
My commitment to sharing knowledge and fostering learning has not only been a clinical pursuit for my clients, but has also been channeled into academia. For nearly twenty years, I embraced the role of a university instructor. It’s this amalgamation of scholarly insight and hands-on experience that sparked the creation of my own continuing education company, a platform aimed at bridging the gap between learning and application
My fascination with the human experience is boundless, compelling me to explore and understand its various dimensions. Life has seen me wear many hats— a loving partner, nurturing mother, caring daughter, supportive sister, innovative business owner, and resilient cancer survivor. Each role, each experience has been a stepping stone, shaping my belief in the transformative power of life’s challenges and reinforcing my commitment to personal growth and evolution.
Every chapter of my life’s story underscores my unwavering belief in living authentically and in harmony with one’s true self. It’s this belief that fuels my passion to empower others to uncover and embrace their truths, to live unapologetically and fully. My work, thus, is more than just a career; it is a calling, a lifelong commitment to facilitating transformation and well-being.
I invite you to join me in this journey of exploration and discovery, to unravel the threads of your being and weave them into a tapestry of wholeness and fulfillment. Let’s embark on this transformative adventure together, creating a space where learning meets healing, where challenges become opportunities for growth, and where every moment is a step closer to living your truest life.
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Did you know this about me?
- Current favourite drink is iced oat milk London Fog
- I have texture allergies
- Self-professed lake snob - Huron is my favourite
- I have a deep love for giraffes
- I was once a driving instructor
- I am operatically trained
- I have disected cadavers and have never touched red meat since.
Dawna-Lynne’s Journey
1993
In 1993, relocated to Calgary, Alberta, working in multiple practices, including a notable collaboration with the Calgary Stampeders. In 1996, returned to Ontario for further professional development before resettling in Edmonton, Alberta. Once there, established Body Essential Therapeutic Massage, working in synergy with esteemed Orthopedic Surgeons, OBGYNs, ENTs, Chiropractors, Acupuncturists, and Physiotherapists.
2013
Began a 19-year teaching journey at MacEwan University, concurrently managing a thriving clinical practice.
2016
Became a surveyor for the Canadian Massage Therapy Council for Accreditation (CMTCA)
2017 - 2022
2017 ~ became a certified TED Practitioner
2020 ~ became a Print Profile Coach
2021~ became a Subconscious
Imprinting Technique Practitioner
2022 ~ left MacEwan University and founded Body Essential Learning
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