Nokomis=Our Grandmothers
...because I was blessed with loving, wise, funny and hard-working Grandmothers-
and I am who I am,
doing this work,
because of them.
Meet Crystal C. Easton
I was born & raised in Nak'azdli Whut'en, Fort St. James BC. My Parents, siblings and extended family still live there, and I return 'home' for work and play as much as possible. My Grandparents were (M) Cree, Dene, Metis, and (P) Scottish & Danish Canadians. My Family is my inspiration, especially my mom - she is an indigenous dayschool survivor, having suffered colonial/racialized violence, cultural oppression, and inter-generational trauma and yet she raised us- her children and foster-children- as well as she could with gentle hands, listening ears and kind words, and generous love.
I've had some great mentors and teachers in my life, and because of them I am well and my family is healthy and peaceful. We are imperfect, but the cycles of violence and addiction were broken and healing has begun.
The therapies I offer my clients are ONLY those that have worked for myself and my loved ones. I love to learn and I continue to invest in my 'medicine basket' because I never know what will be useful to the next person, so I gather what I can...for you.​​
A Nokomis Approach:
Grounded, Accepting & Empowering Therapy
Specializing in Complex Trauma & Resiliency
My 'Therapeutic Approach' is
Indigenous Trauma & Resiliency-informed;
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Meaning we focus on building safety & trust first, then work together on your treatment plan - highlighting tools, skills and relations that are important to you;
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This part often includes
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organizing emotions,
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getting free from unhelpful trauma patterns,
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learning to listen to the wisdom of the body,
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following up with support when facing new challenges
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celebrating your milestones -and-
We build on Values that are meaningful for you-
We may connect your stories and your goals to your Creator/God (however you know and name your higher power), Ancestors, land, water, and culturally restorative ceremonies.
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I remain non- judgemental about your 'spiritual orientation', whether that is well-developed, shattered, or starting over.​​
"The Connection is the Correction"
-Jane Middleton-Moz
Author, Mentor, Founder Middleton-Moz Insititute & MSW-ITR Program
Relationship.
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Restore.
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Revitalize.
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Respect.​
ITR: Indigenous Trauma & Resiliency means-​
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We take our time, and stay connected as long as it's helpful for you.
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We identify and build on strengths and support that already exists in your life.
We discover what works for you, your learning style, and how you fit into the great community-web of life-death-life.
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We affirm your ways of knowing and being with your land and your community.
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What about Non-Indigenous People?
YES, I do work with people who do not identify as indigenous, and the therapies I use (primarily IFOT-CT and Hypnotherapy) can be healing for folks from a range of cultural backgrounds;
I hold an inclusive attitude, use inclusive language, and I value stories from all cultures.
If any of this is difficult to understand, I welcome your questions and will do my best to address your concerns. Click here to Email me
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