"I am so grateful that Crystal came into my life. I found her very early in my pregnancy, and her weekly prenatal yoga classes gave me a supportive space to share the joys and anxieties I had as a first-time mama as well as sacred time to connect with my body and my baby. I savored the friendships that were nurtured there - with other pregnant mamas and with Crystal. As I built a relationship with her, it became clear that I wanted Crystal on my birth team. Although she was fairly limited in her doula experience at the time, her knowledge, enthusiasm, and warm presence gave me confidence in choosing her to help me on my journey. Crystal’s eagerness to learn makes her an excellent listener, and I was often surprised when she would recount an emotion or sensation I’d shared with her earlier in my pregnancy - sometimes it was something I’d forgotten myself! Crystal was a doula for both me and my husband, which we appreciated as first-time parents. My husband and I are different in many ways, including our communication styles, and Crystal easily navigated working with both us, figuring out how best to support us during labor. When my labor began, my husband and I felt calm and prepared, and we were happy to have Crystal join us at home when things picked up in the wee hours of the morning. During 12 hours of active labor at the birth center, Crystal and my husband were my pillars of strength and encouragement. The two of them working together gave me the physical and emotional support that allowed me to feel safe enough to open to the full experience of birthing a baby. Crystal’s nourishing touch and positive words helped keep me calm, confident, and tapped into my power on the most intense day of my life. We also hired Crystal as our postpartum doula. Having Crystal come by a couple times a week gave me dedicated time to focus on my recovery. It really helped to have that breather during those early sleep-deprived weeks. I wish that every woman could have the experience of being pampered (mothered!) during that fragile postpartum time. It was a beautiful end to my pregnancy journey, and I treasured Crystal’s support as I stepped, strong and nourished, into my new life as a mother. Without hesitation, I recommend Crystal as a prenatal and postpartum yoga instructor, a birth doula, a postpartum doula, and a friend."

 

- Angela Joy Sugar

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"Crystal really helped me not only prepare my body more for childbirth but ease my aching body and severe pelvic pains. I always left her prenatal classes feeling supported and relaxed. I’m so thankful that I found her when I did but really wish it would have before I was even pregnant. Knowing much more about her passion for supporting women as a doula now, I really do wish I had had her at my birth. Her energy makes her a person you could really count on for a peaceful and stress free birth. Although I unfortunately missed out on having Crystal as my birth doula I am lucky to now get to work with her in private postpartum yoga classes! I highly recommend Crystal and I know the other mamas in my prenatal class feel the same also." 

- Sarah Costello

 

 

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"Before I met Crystal and took her Asana + Ayurveda classes, I had a love for asanas & Ayurveda but never experienced them together the way Crystal teaches it. Her classes have helped me feel more grounded and at ease. In class, I get to experience a deep peace and stillness in meditation while learning how Ayurveda affects my daily life. It’s so digestible and helpful! I find I immediately apply what I learn that day into my day to day routine. I seem to always tell her at the end of class, ‘that’s just what I needed to hear and experience right now in my life.’ Crystal’s loving presence and teaching style is supportive and strengthening. I look forward to her class each week! Highly recommend and looking forward to her online classes too at this time."

 

- Natalie

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"Crystal is my favorite yoga teacher. Her words during practice are inspirational and her beautiful soul shines through while teaching asanas. I always leave class feeling rejuvenated and like I got exactly what I needed for the week. Thank you for sharing your gift of teaching!"

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- Nikindra Hungerholt

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"Crystal Galleher  lived next door to me when she was a little girl and now she is a yoga teacher like her mother Marcia, only taller.  That’s when you know you are getting old is when the children are taller than you.  Crystal is tall like her basketball playing Dad, but willowy like her Mom, who I secretly call the Yoga Swan for her arm movements. Crystal’s natural grace motivates me. I want to move with her ease and strength.  Her postures are inspiring and her smile encouraging.  She knows how to reassure and talk about the spiritual side of the practice.  I love the readings she does at the end of practice.  Even though she is young she has a deep understanding of yoga."

 

- Colleen Crowlie

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"Yoga has always been something that I've been interested in, but it was also always something that I was fearful of. I was afraid that because of my body type, I wouldn't be able to keep up in class and that kept me from pursuing my interest. Crystal's HeartFULL yoga class was a complete game changer for me. In her class, she focuses on a unique balance of movement and rest. She talks you through the poses and  educates on how you can benefit from each pose. You can feel Crystal's genuine care and compassion for her yoga students alongside her deep passion for the art. From her use of essential oils to the beautiful sounds of her authentic shruti box, her class leaves me feeling rejuvenated and confident in myself."

 

- Kara Riley

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"Crystal brings the Divine Feminine energy to the forefront into her doula and women's work.  The softness and strength of her guidance feels deeply balanced and is comforting and reassuring.  Crystal understands the female experience and honors how unique it is for each woman.  She is skilled in assisting women with prenatal and post-partum concerns. I've appreciated how she approaches my inquiries with curiosity and non-judgement.  As a result of consulting with Crystal, I've become more informed about my body and cycle.  She's shared helpful tools and resources that encourage my overall health and well-being."

 

- Lauren 

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“Crystal’s class at Mount Madonna was my favorite!  I especially enjoyed her deep knowledge of yoga postures and Sanskrit terminology.  After several weeks I noticed I was much calmer, relaxed, and present and also a little more flexible with less tension in my body.  I had also made a great friend!”

 

- Matthew Swanson

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