The Witch’s Therapist Bear Moon Newsletter (February 2026)
Hello, witches & other wonderful folks!
Welcome to the Bear Moon newsletter from The Witch’s Therapist, your centre for spiritual therapy in London Ontario.
Andrew here.
I know the word “witch” is traditionally associated exclusively with women for a lot of folks, so you may be a little surprised to see me around here.
I honour that.
I consider it a gift and a blessing to be in spaces like this, and I don’t take it lightly.
I especially don’t take it lightly in the wake of men continuing to be revealed in the Epstein files.
The Epstein files exemplify how patriarchy protects men from consequences, normalizes harm, and enforces silence.
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It’s what life looks like without accountability.
Seeing that laid bare forces me to ask myself a hard question once again.
What does it mean to gather men in a culture like this?
When I started doing men’s work and running men’s circles, I had a lot of fear.
I was worried that women and other folks would be convinced that I’d be running a toxic misogyny club.
I was worried that I’d validate or enable harmful behaviours.
I was worried that I’d deny my responsibility for equity and undoing patriarchy and male privilege.
Honestly, I was and am willing to accept those projections with compassion, curiosity, and patience.
But you know what really surprised me?
The responses I’ve gotten from women and people of other genders have been heartwarming and delightful.
I’m hearing from so many of you that you have men in your lives who’ve been looking for a good place to land.
A partner, husband, brother, friend, in-law, cousin, colleague, etc.
I’m grateful to know so many men are looking for something like a men’s circle, or a healthier model of masculinity, and that you see such a deep need for this kind of work in our communities.
Bless you folks.
I see it too, and that’s why I’m so committed to this work.
Women shouldn’t have to bear sole responsibility for men.
For the harm we cause, for our need to learn and grow and be in connection, for becoming more accountable, and for learning to clean up when we mess up.
Goodness knows you have enough to carry as it is.
So that’s a big part of how I see my responsibility here: to help men become healthier so that everyone else benefits, too.
And because healing is relational, we need circles now more than ever.
Circles with supportive listening and co-creating experiences together with mutual respect, clear agreements and accountability… and some creative ritual to really empower it all.
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Our Ritual Room at The Witch’s Therapist is ready for an upcoming meeting of Into the Open: A Circle of Men.
The Role of Ritual
Lately, I’ve been thinking more and more about the role of ritual in both inner and community work.
I’m an atheist, and I don’t believe in magic in a literal sense, but it’s important to me to be in community with others who do.
As a result, I find creative ways to phrase and invite us to participate in circle and in ritual together, in a way that honours and holds space for all of our beliefs and interpretations of the universe.
Taking responsibility for radical inclusivity has powerfully deepened my own practice and enriched my capacity to connect with others across differences.
I think community necessarily involves being in relationship with others unlike us.
Ritual can help us delve more deeply into that.
It can help us connect more powerfully with our deepest selves and with others in compassionate, supportive ways.
We’re past the Winter Midpoint, Imbolc, and just over four weeks away from Spring Equinox, Ostara.
What rituals and community connections are helping you survive and thrive in the depths of Winter?
Work Updates
Have you heard the call of The Witch’s Therapist?
We’re seeking another witchy therapist to join our collective!
If you’re a therapist with knowledge of pagan or pagan-adjacent practices and you believe healing can be grounded, evidence-based, and a bit mystical, we'd love to hear from you.
Send us your resume and cover letter via email or raven, and if the stars align and the vibes feel right, we'll reach out to invite you to a tea date to check out the space and chat.
Open Witch’s Hut!?
We’re so excited to finally announce the Grand Opening of our physical space in London, Ontario, so save the date: March 20-22.
We’re brewing up a full 3-day weekend of ritual, craft, circles, tea, connection, tarot, astrology, massage, discussions, and more.
We’ll provide you with the full schedule via email next new moon, but we highly recommend you stay tuned to our socials, as we will be dropping it there first.
Most of these events will be free, and space is super limited.
Our Grand Opening is coming up soon!
Mark your calendars so you’re ready for our upcoming programming announcements…
We’ll have a little bit of everything!
Upcoming Aligned Events in Ontario
February 17, 21st; March 3, 13, 20, 31st
Into the Open: A Circle of Men
London, Ontario
Our intention with this in-person circle is to hold space for one another and ourselves.
No previous experience in men's groups needed.
Andrew will show you how we co-create safer spaces with simple agreements, attentive listening, and taking turns speaking.
All men are welcome.
Men are hoping to connect with a man like you.
February 23rd
Foundations of Ritual
Virtual
This eight-week online course is for anyone seeking to strengthen their foundational skills in ritual arts.
Psychologist, ritualist, and author Daniel Foor will show how ritual is both art and discipline, instinctive and learnable, through a kind, inclusive, and non-dogmatic approach.
You’re invited to sign up to learn how to build a deep, lasting relationship with the sacred.
March 19th
Thirteen Moons of Creation
Virtual
This celebratory meet-up is offered every month, so join the mailing list and sign up before the Suckerfish new moon in March.
At the beginning of each lunar cycle, Jenn Luxmore-Begin creates a space for participants to listen, learn, create, connect, and share.
You’re invited to tune into a divine feminine understanding of time, following the cycle of our Nokomis Giizis, Grandmother Moon.
March 22nd
Ostara Public Ritual
London, Ontario
You are warmly invited to an in-person Ostara ritual honouring the Spring Equinox, a time of balance, renewal, and emergent life.
As day and night stand in equal measure, we gather to root ourselves in practices of decolonization, anti-oppression, and ecological reverence.
Ostara marks the stirring of the soil, the return of light, and the sacred invitation to begin again.
In this ritual space, we will explore renewal as a seasonal shift and a collective commitment to unlearning systems of harm, tending just relationships, and nurturing reciprocal connection with the land.
Share Your Thoughts
Want to offer something during our open house?
Notice something is missing or desired?
Let us know!
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If so, The Witch’s Therapist is here for you.
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The Witch's Therapist
242 Dundas St.
London, Ontario
Canada
N6A 1H3
1-226-977-1660
► London Ontario Holistic Psychotherapy
The Witch's Therapist is located in London, Ontario and offers holistic psychotherapy therapy throughout London and surrounding areas.
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