Welcome!
You are welcome here, as you are, right now, in this moment. This is a safe and sacred space where you can unravel the layers that have brought you to where you are today. I honour you and all you have endured to reach this point in your life. You’re perfect, even if it doesn’t always feel that way. I assure you, you are. I’m here for you, to support you on the inward journey toward whatever it is you seek.
Who Am I
Hi, I’m Shawn.
Hi! I’m Shawn, the heart and soul behind Cedar and Spirit Healing. My journey to becoming a holistic healer was anything but straightforward. I was a lifelong people pleaser and perfectionist, paralyzed by the fear of ‘not being perfect’ (but really, who is perfect anyway, and what does that even mean?). I was so afraid of upsetting others that I didn’t do more of what I loved. To be honest, I didn’t even know what I loved.
I was programmed to believe that success meant working a professional job and earning a large paycheck. I dove into a high-stress job as a 911 dispatcher and later as a train controller, working graveyard shifts. Despite my good paycheck, owning my own home and vehicle, having the money to buy what I wanted, and taking two vacations a year, I was burnt out, overwhelmed, and miserable inside. I was depressed and anxious but kept smiling (a fake smile!) because I didn’t want anyone to know I was struggling, even though I’d leave work in tears most days.
One day, I drove into work and couldn’t remember how I got there. That was my wake-up call. I took stress leave and decided I was done with that world. My doctor diagnosed me with anxiety and depression and prescribed me a regimen of fun activities, plenty of sleep, and healthy food. So, I did just that. Along with therapy, I dove into learning more about my intuitive senses, which naturally began to develop as I started acknowledging myself, my desires, and what I wanted in life.
The journey wasn’t easy; there were many tears and a lot of moving through emotions. After attending various intuitive workshops, reading books, and completing various courses, I learned the tools I now use with my clients to shift my limiting beliefs that kept me stuck in that life thinking I had to be tough and power through.
I now like to say I’m a recovering perfectionist and recovering people pleaser. I love my life, and even though I still have days where I want to give up, they are few and far between. I now have the tools to look at those moments, heal, shift, acknowledge, and grow. BTW, I do not believe in slapping a smile on things (like I once did, saying that all was okay!). Toxic positivity is dangerous. We are human; we have emotions, and we need to feel them as they come, listen to what they mean for us, sit with them, and allow them to pass and bring us messages.
Through my own healing journey, I discovered my purpose: to help others heal, grow, and shift into their most empowered, free, and best selves. I have created a space where you can land if you’re feeling burnt out, exhausted and ready to give up – I’ve got you and am honoured to support you!
“Working with Shawn has fundamentally changed my relationship with myself and with my body. I feel more connected, grounded and I understand myself better than I ever have before. I was able to release what was holding me back and I am forever grateful to her for her kindness, compassion and guidance.”
Courtney Maier
Vice President, Consumer Sales & Marketing
Why Cedar & Spirit Healing?
Growing up on the West Coast, I have drawn inspiration from the sacred cedar tree, a symbol of strength, wisdom, and deep inner connection. Just as the cedar’s ancient roots reach down into the earth, grounding and anchoring its majestic presence, we too can tap into our own wellspring of inner power and intuition. The cedar, revered by Indigenous cultures for its profound spiritual significance, teaches us the art of growing tall and resilient, while staying deeply connected to our roots.
Spirit is the ethereal force that guides our journey. My own path to fulfillment has been illuminated by a divine support team—angels, spirits, guardian angels, whatever you’d like to call them—who have gently guided me toward a life that truly resonates with my soul’s purpose. This celestial connection has allowed me to step into a life brimming with authenticity and joy, and it is this same divine guidance that I offer to you.
At Cedar and Spirit Healing, I blend these elements to create a sanctuary where you can embrace your own spiritual journey. Here, you will find a space where your heart can speak freely, and as you need. Together, we will embark on a transformative journey to rediscover your passions, awaken your inner strength, and empower you to live life on your own terms, radiating confidence and joy.
I’m delighted to welcome you into this sacred space, where the wisdom of the cedar and the guidance of spirit inspire us together to create the perfect healing environment for your transformation.
Get in Touch
Location
210-2285 Clark Drive
Vancouver, BC
@cedarandspirit
Hours
Online: Tues & Fri - 11am-8pm PST
In-Person: Weds & Thurs - 2pm-8pm PST