Ingrid Herbert, RRPr, Health Speaker & Health Coach,
Expert Holistic Practitioner, International Best-Selling Author
"I’ve learned that the most important step in anyone’s healing is their belief and acceptance of a possible solution. Improved health, commitment, positive perceptions and expectations empower individuals to make healthy lifestyle choices and allow them the freedom to be." - Ingrid Herbert
The WellnessToGo Story!
My Journey into the world of holistic wellness began with my own health challenges as a teenager and young adult. I found myself trapped in a frustrating cycle of health and emotional issues, and the traditional medical approach simply wasn't working for me.
It felt like I was living only half a life, one that was robbing me of job opportunities, relationships, and life's precious moments.
At the time, I was working in the beauty industry, offering reflexology treatments on the side. It was during these sessions that something magical started to happen. My clients began to open up to me, sharing their experiences of improved sleep, lessening digestive issues, and an overall sense of well-being, all attributed to the treatments I was providing.
It was a turning point for me, and I had to make a critical decision.
I faced a crossroads: continue down the superficial path of the beauty industry or dive headfirst into the world of alternative medicine, which resonated deeply with my personal belief in natural healing. The choice was clear, and thus, WellnessToGo was born.
At its core, WellnessToGo embodies the idea of beauty from the inside out, a holistic approach that cares for the entire being: physical, mental, spiritual, and emotional.
This approach is rooted in a set of core values that have guided me throughout my entrepreneurial journey:
Empathy: Having experienced my own struggles, I approach each client with deep empathy, understanding the challenges they face on a personal level.
Holistic Care: WellnessToGo focuses on the complete well-being of individuals, recognizing that physical health is intricately linked to mental and emotional health.
Natural Healing: We believe in the body's innate ability to heal itself, utilizing natural therapies and treatments to facilitate this process.
Personalized Solutions: Every person is unique, and our approach tailors treatments to the individual needs of each client.
These values are more than just words; they manifest in our daily operations. We take the time to listen to our clients, to understand their specific needs, and to create customized wellness plans that address their unique challenges. There is a commitment to providing holistic care that goes beyond the surface.
Through the years, I've learned some valuable lessons on this entrepreneurial journey:
Authenticity Matters: Being true to yourself and your values is the key to building a business that truly makes a difference.
Listening is Power: The ability to listen and understand your clients' needs is the foundation of any successful venture.
Embrace Change: The wellness industry is constantly evolving. Adaptation and learning are crucial to staying relevant and effective.
Never Underestimate Your Impact: A single act of kindness or a well-timed treatment can transform lives.
My journey with WellnessToGo continues to be a thrilling and rewarding adventure. It's a testament to the power of entrepreneurship rooted in my personal passion and a genuine desire to make a positive impact in the lives of others.
Every day, I'm reminded that true beauty radiates from within, and I'm grateful to be on this creative and fulfilling path with each client I work with.
Mission:
Wellness to Go assists individuals, couples, and families by providing consultations, treatment plans, & programs that create immediate results and support for better health, personal relationships, and career success.
Vision:
To be recognized as a leading authority in the alternative Health & Wellness industry by inspiring individuals, couples and families to strive for better health mentally, physically, spiritually and emotionally on the planet.
Our Philosophy:
To inspire and educate individuals to rejuvenate their bodies, enrich their minds, and nourish their souls.
We are in a constant state of change as we strive for equilibrium to fight stress that affect our
well-being everyday.
These stressors affect our body, organs, skin and emotions.
Bringing our bodies and emotions back into balance is the purpose of achieving optimal health.
“Energy, vitality and laughter surround my whole life. To be indispensable means to be absolutely necessary or essential.
I believe our health is the one absolutely indispensable aspect of our being alive—without it nothing else is possible.
We are unable to work, to play, to be with our families and friends—we are unable to truly enjoy our being alive.”
- Ingrid Herbert
Cheers to a beautiful you!
Namaste
For more than 2 decades, Ingrid Herbert has practiced as a Health & Wellness Coach, Shiatsu Therapist, Certified Reflexologist, Reiki Master, and Yoga Instructor.
Ingrid facilitates speaking events and workshops that address clients health and wellness needs. She uses a comprehensive strategic approach with the Creating Sacred Space practices, tools and techniques that includes intuitive awareness, a balanced lifestyle and stress management.
Helping diverse causes allows her to improve individual’s lives with empathic and creative problem-solving. She’s spoken to a wide range of audiences from marginalized children, disadvantaged youth to professional adults. (Royal Bank, Toronto District School Board, YWCA, Women’s Health in Women’s Hands, Tropicana, and Native Youth Association based in Vancouver, BC., and Angik School, Paulatuk, North West Territories.)
She shares her knowledge and 20 years of experience as a private holistic practitioner during these talks with a positive yet whimsical attitude. Using a “less is more” strategy, she focuses on creating actionable steps for stress reduction, time management and personal well-being.
She co-founded, The Warrior Princess, a charitable organization that empowers marginalized and at-risk young girls and women to manage their personal health and life goals.
Experienced in the holistic health industry for over 20 years as a practitioner and educational facilitator, Herbert has offered numerous seminars and workshops for many youth and adult audiences.
My Why?
“I left Tobago when I was 6 1/2yrs old. I remember getting off the plane and feeling my doll becoming cold in my hands. In grade three I was drilled about my accent, which until then I didn’t know I had. I was sent to special classes where there were other kids with accents to learn to speak like a Canadian.
By grade 6 I had endured years of ridicule by kids asking questions about my hair texture, skin colour, and where I came from. I don’t know when it happened but it did, the criticism started to affect my self-esteem.
My health issues started at the onset of my period, which magnified my lack of self-confidence. My doctors experimented with different treatments and medications that were temporary fixes at best but with no actual solutions.
For many years I lived in a permanent health crisis, which cost me jobs, friendships, and relationships. I had what I called a half-life.
Eventually I found my breakthroughs with alternative treatments, which I coupled with medical monitoring.
Many of us go through difficult hardships and challenges within society. My goal is no matter the circumstances that you are faced with I want to help you get the opportunity to live your life fully.
"I believe love, affection and recognizing your value of existing on the planet is vital to transforming the quality of your health.”
“You yourself, as much as anybody in the entire universe, deserve your love and affection.”
– Book: Heart of a Buddha
Highlights:
2022 Training in DBT Dialectical Behavior Therapy at U of T (University of Toronto)
2022 Re-Launched African Dance Chair Yoga in schools both virtual and in-class
2020 Launched the Creating Sacred Space practices tools, and techniques Program
2019 became an International Best Selling Author
2018 Author of the upcoming book: Creating Sacred Space, a Journey to Self-Healing & Living the Life of Your Dreams!
2015 Launched African Dance “Yogah” Classes & Workshops
2014 Continuing to work with kids at TDSB.
2013 Introduced yoga for kids into CLP licensed After School Programs.
In May 2007 she was the 2nd prize winner in the “Keep it alive – Start a Conversation” Contest put on by the African & Caribbean Council on HIV/AIDS in Ontario (ACCHO) 2007, for her literary piece titled ‘Difficult Conversations’.
She wrote with the lifestyle section of ‘The Connection News Magazine’ from 2005 – 2006.
She successfully showed at the ‘Holiday Festival’s ‘ group show with Cobalt Gallery in 2007 and the Trade show: African & Caribbean Treats & Treasures at the North York Civic Centre – in support of Second Chance Scholarship Foundation.
Developed the pilot project ‘The Warrior Princess’ which was officially launched in 2008 through Rise Up Outreach.
Facilitated at Evas Phoenix, Women Shelter based in Toronto.
