Hello, I’m Nancy She/Her
For almost 30 years, I have worked in the health care sector, almost exclusively in acute care hospitals. In my various roles in corporate communications, patient experience, risk management, ethics and staff wellbeing, I have remained focused on the human experience of health care. Patients, clients, family members, caregivers, staff and providers all bring valued lived and living experience to the delivery of care and to the process of designing care models and processes. As a trained facilitator of the Mental Health Commission of Canada’s “The Working Mind™”, and an Occupational Stress injury educator, I support staff and providers in building and sustaining resiliency and mental wellbeing. I assist organizations in assessing and addressing psychological health and safety in the workplace using Just Culture principles and frameworks, as well as the Canadian National Standard for Psychological Health and Safety Framework. I utilize my Lean Green Belt training to bring a continuous improvement focus to every project I lead and assist others in learning how to use these CI tools to sustain and measure success. My goal is to help those working in health care and the non-profit sector bring the best version of themselves to their roles. Self-care is foundational to being able to achieve this and my own self-care journey brought me to back to my own yoga mat in 2023 when I obtained my yoga teacher certification.
SERVICES
YOGA CLASSES
Vinyasa, Hatha, Yin/Yang, Restorative Yoga teacher. Provide my own classes through Hummingbird Yoga with Nancy Lawrence as well as teach at Tru Health and Medi Spa and The MVMT Clinic in St. Thomas, ON. See our EVENTS for up to date class schedules and available drop-in classes.
Please direct inquiries to info@nancylawrenceconsulting.com
HEALTH CARE CONSULTING
With close to 30 years experience in the health care sector, I am ready to share my skills and experience with others! I can assist with psychological health and safety audits and assessments, implementation of just culture within your organization, the creation of a healthy workplace plan, Occupational Stress Injury education and utilize my Green Belt training to assist your organization with project management, continuous improvement and structured problem solving. Interested in learning more about how I can assist you and your organization? Reach out to info@nancylawrenceconsulting.com
WORKING MIND FACILITATON
WORKING MIND FACILITATON
The Working Mind (TWM) is an evidence-based training program developed to initiate a shift in how you think, act, and feel about mental health. This foundational program is designed to provide practical knowledge and skills to reduce stigma. As a certified facilitator of The Working Mind, I offer full day training sessions for employers with a targeted focus on healthcare and not-for-profit sectors.
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HUMMINGBIRD YOGA
Welcome to Hummingbird Yoga with Nancy Lawrence
Why the hummingbird? My father was fascinated with hummingbirds. He liked to putter and tinker and didn't sit still for long - unless there was a hummingbird to watch. Then, he was fully present, still and focused! In many cultures, hummingbirds are considered the spirits of those who have died - and they are thought to bring comfort and peace to those grieving. After my dad died in 2002, I have been blessed with seeing hummingbirds at key milestones in my life - honeymoon with my husband whom my father didn't get a chance to meet. Day before I did Ironman in Lake Placid. On much needed beach vacations. And, even in my own backyard. And every time I see one, I simply stop and am fully present. For me, this is also my time on the mat. Whether it's asana (physical) practice, meditation, mindfulness, Yoga Nidra - it's time for me to stop, breath and be fully present. My yoga training to become certified has truly been life changing and I'm very excited to share this with all of you! Come join me!
The Working Mind - Better Conversations. Stronger Teams. Healthier Workplaces.
The Working Mind (TWM) trains you to reduce stigma and promote mental health in the workplace, creating a more resilient and supportive culture among employees and leaders. I offer a full day, in-person session for workers and leaders in the healthcare and non-profit sectors that is designed to initiate a change in how you think, feel, and act about Mental Health.
Mental Health Awareness and Understanding
Mental Health Awareness and Understanding
Mental Health Awareness and Understanding
Recognize signs of good, declining, and poor mental health in others, and yourself.
Break Down Stigma
Mental Health Awareness and Understanding
Mental Health Awareness and Understanding
Cultivate a safe, supportive environment where mental health can be discussed openly and without judgment, using respectful and non-stigmatizing language.
Strengthen Communication Skills
Mental Health Awareness and Understanding
Strengthen Communication Skills
Develop a shared language to foster open dialogue about mental health between colleagues and within teams.
Improve Resilience
Mental Health Awareness and Understanding
Strengthen Communication Skills
Improve individual resilience through practicing coping strategies in times of stress and equipping managers to support their teams with the same tools and strategies.
TESTIMONIALS
“Practicing yoga with Nancy is truly transformative. Her teaching style strikes the perfect balance between challenge and compassion, encouraging you to grow while respecting your individual capabilities. She consistently offers thoughtful modifications and adjustments, ensuring that everyone feels supported throughout their practice. Her
“Practicing yoga with Nancy is truly transformative. Her teaching style strikes the perfect balance between challenge and compassion, encouraging you to grow while respecting your individual capabilities. She consistently offers thoughtful modifications and adjustments, ensuring that everyone feels supported throughout their practice. Her patience and kindness create a welcoming atmosphere, and her confident, graceful guidance inspires trust and motivation. I always leave her classes feeling stronger, more centered, and deeply grateful for her expertise.”
- Carolyn Johnson Cross
"I am currently in my second consecutive series with Nancy and I just signed up for my third! I can’t say enough good things about these classes and highly recommend them to anyone considering moving their body a bit more. Nancy provides options for beginners, seasoned yogis and everyone in between so there is something for everyone. The
"I am currently in my second consecutive series with Nancy and I just signed up for my third! I can’t say enough good things about these classes and highly recommend them to anyone considering moving their body a bit more. Nancy provides options for beginners, seasoned yogis and everyone in between so there is something for everyone. The classes have a good mix of yin and yang styles so you leave feeling like you’ve had a workout but also relaxed and restored. I am so grateful we have this option in St. Thomas!"
- Rachel Pringle
"I had the pleasure of working with Nancy and her team on a leading workplace wellness strategy that served as an important beacon for employees. As a leader, she is brilliant at balancing the art and science of workplace wellness best practices. Organizations that entrust their wellness and healthcare planning to Nancy are in great hands
"I had the pleasure of working with Nancy and her team on a leading workplace wellness strategy that served as an important beacon for employees. As a leader, she is brilliant at balancing the art and science of workplace wellness best practices. Organizations that entrust their wellness and healthcare planning to Nancy are in great hands!"
~Jennifer Elia, Founder, Jewell Works Inc. and senior advisor at Excellence Canada
"I have worked with Nancy who was able to set up systems and people to support and advocate for psychological safety. She has been a champion for Just Culture, making clear the benefits of the model and training all types of care providers in its application. She has successfully identified and rolled out programs and training to improve leaders skills in these two key areas."
- Cathy Stark