halcyon house

a worker owned holistic wellness cooperative

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Updated Website
Halcyon House Launches New Website with Expanded Health Resources
Big changes are happening! We are officially migrating our website to a brand-new platform for easier updates and an improved user experience. If you are looking for local holistic care, please explore the updated Halcyon House Website today.
Our new digital home allows us to share information much quicker than before. We are expanding our educational resources by adding a dedicated blog. Some of you might recognize these articles from our monthly email newsletter. Now, they will live online permanently as a helpful wellness guide. We are also fleshing out our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) page to give you instant answers. Additionally, we are adding comprehensive details about our mission, history, and upcoming community events.
More Practitioner Profiles and Treatment Information
Most importantly, the new website features significantly increased practitioner and treatment information. We want you to feel confident and informed when booking your wellness sessions.
Our updated practitioner pages highlight our growing team of local experts. You can easily view each provider’s background, therapeutic styles, and specific certifications. Furthermore, we have built out detailed sections for every treatment we offer. Whether you are looking into holistic occupational therapy, nervous system regulation, or specialized manual techniques, you will find clear descriptions online. We explain exactly what to expect during your appointment and how each therapy benefits your overall health.
Help Us Improve Your Experience
We will continue adding new features, profiles, and resources as we go. Because this is a fresh launch, we would love your feedback. Please let us know if you experience any technical issues or broken links while browsing.
We are incredibly happy to provide this improved resource to our Duluth community.
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2026-04-18
Downtown Parking Update
It has happened – the city of Duluth has removed the parking meters on Michigan Street. I had made a social media post with the same information as follows, and what do you know? It was our most viewed post to date. Parking is a hot-button topic in Duluth! We do love to talk about urban planning, but this is more for informational purposes only.
This update has a few ramifications for our clients.
1. There were a few “free spaces” where parking meters were missing that will no longer be free. It is now using zones only instead of space numbers. Sorry! We’re sad to see those go, but they often were filled with Minnesota Power employees who started their day early in the morning.
2. Luckily, it looks like the maximum time limit is still 2 hours as it was before. However, for those who schedule 120 minute massages, we don’t have the ability to add time past the 2 hour limit. If you do schedule 120 minute massages, we suggest parking in either the Muffler Clinic lot which is along Michigan Street or the Tech Village lot with the entrance on 1st Street.
We plan to get in touch with parking services to advocate for clearer signage, posting the enforcement hours, clearly mark parking spaces, and find out if they intend to install a kiosk on Michigan Street.
2026-04-10
The dreaded doom-scroll
Why do I doom scroll?!
I’ve got to admit… sometimes I can’t stop doom scrolling. The other day I was like ‘Why is my wrist feeling so sore?’
Yeah, holding my phone too long flipping through a sea of yuck had tension building through my hand, wrist, forearm, shoulder, neck, etc.
I had to take a breather and get some movement!
Thankfully, COGGS volunteers have been doing their best to keep our trails in as good of condition as could be hoped for. Getting bounced along over the icy terrain may have also been rough on my wrists, arms, shoulders, and neck, but I feel a lot better afterwards!
I may need to get on the schedule this week to loosen up some of these tight muscles though!
If you are having trouble with your mental health and emotional processing, Sara Sheppard is amazing at helping us through it.
2026-03-07
Happy birthday to Wylie
Happy 2nd Birthday to Wylie: Finding Wellness on Duluth Hiking Trails
Happy Birthday to Wylie, who officially turns two years old this week! Wylie is an incredibly energetic dog. Every single day, he brings immense joy, motion, and laughter into my life. He keeps me moving, smiling, and appreciating the little things.
Wylie also acts as my personal health coach. He constantly makes sure that outdoor adventures are a regular part of my routine. Thanks to his high energy, hikes and time in nature are core pillars of my overall well-being. Dogs have a beautiful way of grounding us in the present moment.
Living in Duluth, Minnesota, gives us the perfect backdrop for our adventures. We are incredibly lucky to have access to world-class trails right in our backyard. From the scenic overlooks of the Superior Hiking Trail to quiet wooded paths, Duluth offers endless opportunities to explore. Wylie loves exploring the local terrain just as much as I do. The fresh air, lake breezes, and changing seasons keep us both vibrant and healthy.
Spending time outdoors with a pet is proven to lower stress. It boosts cardiovascular health and clears the mind. For me, walking along the rocky shores of Lake Superior or navigating forest pathways is a form of daily meditation. Wylie’s excitement for the trail is completely contagious.
As we celebrate his second birthday, I am deeply grateful for his companionship. He reminds me to slow down, breathe deeply, and prioritize self-care. Here is to many more miles of muddy paws, wagging tails, and beautiful Duluth views. Happy birthday, Wylie!
2026-03-07
Happy New Year!
Leaving 2025 Behind: Fresh Intentions for a Better New Year
Who is glad to be officially done with 2025?
A new year always offers a powerful fresh start. It is the perfect time to reset your mindset. It gives us a moment to refocus on our true intentions. I completely understand the sentiment of leaving last year in the past. Many of us are looking forward to a brighter, much better 12 months ahead.
However, we should not erase the past completely. The last year brought a heavy mix of both positive and negative moments. There are many deep experiences that I simply do not want to forget. Both the highs and the lows shaped who we are today.
Growth happens when we look back with honesty. I hope to cherish the good memories we created. At the same time, I want to lock in the tough lessons. Ideally, we only need to learn those hard lessons once! We will see how that goes, as life always likes to surprise us.
Setting new goals requires reflecting on old challenges. Think about what worked for you. Acknowledge what dragged you down. By carrying the wisdom forward, we make room for real progress. A fresh calendar is a blank page, but your history is the guide.
Let us step forward with hope and resilience. We can build a stronger foundation for the months ahead. What are your main intentions for the days coming up? What are you choosing to leave behind? Let us embrace the future together, learn from the past, and make this journey truly count.
2026-01-07
Fall recap
Cozy Community Connections: Reflections From Our Fall Open House
Our open house was so much fun. It was great to meet new folks and catch up with familiar faces.
Of course, our pup Sunny had other plans. She decided to help herself to some chocolate cookies the night before! I went straight from emergency vet care to the open house with zero sleep. Thankfully, she is safe, healthy, and hopefully learned her lesson about midnight snacks.
Embracing the Indoor Season
I always feel a rush of excitement when the weather shifts and social gatherings move indoors. This time of year invites a slower pace and a renewed focus on inner growth.
What does that look like for you?
- Diving into a great book on a rainy afternoon.
- Having long, deep conversations with good friends over warm tea.
- Spending quiet hours on a favorite hobby or craft.
- Baking homemade treats or crafting thoughtful gifts for neighbors.
Building Stronger Local Ties
Self-care matters. Take time to look after your own energy as the season changes.
At the same time, check in on your friends and neighbors. Small gestures build strong community connections. Whether you host a casual gathering or simply share a kind word, these moments ground us.
What is your favorite way to slow down and connect during the cooler months? Let us know in the comments below!
2025-10-07
Nature walks
Mental Health & Mindful Movement: Giving Thanks to Duluth Trail Builders
Who has been enjoying nature walks this fall? It is such a genuine treat to witness the dramatic change in autumn colors, the crisp smells, and that unmistakable, refreshing feeling in the Northland air.
While we do our best to get out and enjoy the many Duluth hiking and biking trails as often as we can, it can sometimes be a challenge to make the dedicated time and effort required for a “proper” hike or bike ride. Life gets busy, and schedules fill up quickly. Sunny (our resident pup) faithfully reminds us to get outside for a walk several times every single day. Truth be told, those loops are often much shorter than she—or we—would actually like!
The Value of Community and Outdoor Volunteerism
One of my personal community-building and social well-being activities that I have not been able to regularly attend this past year is volunteer trail maintenance with the Cyclists of Gitchee Gumee Shores (COGGS). I have been feeling a little bit guilty about missing those dig days!
The incredible network of multi-use pathways we enjoy across town doesn’t happen by accident. Because of this, I want to extend a massive thank you to everyone who has been putting in the hours doing volunteer trail building and maintenance this season.
- clearing brush
- optimizing drainage
- keeping our shared green spaces safe, accessible, and beautiful for hikers, runners, and cyclists alike.
Connecting with nature is a cornerstone of holistic wellness. If you are looking for a great way to boost your own physical wellness and social well-being, consider checking out the COGGS Trail Conditions page before your next autumn adventure. Or join a local volunteer crew to give back to the land we love.
2025-10-01