InSpirit Centre
Where Magickal People Play
61 Main St. S.,
Georgetown, ON L7G 3G2
Your mom called....said to buy her gift here.
Meet the Team
Get to know our amazing team of facilitators
Spiritual Advisor Holistic Practitioner Reiki Master Paranormal Expert Group Facilitator
Creator of Inspirit Centre
Psychic
Medium
Paranormal Specialist
Shop Assistant Manager
Group Facilitator
Fabric & Jewelry Artist
Astrologer
Psychic
Reiki Practitioner
Paranormal Specialist
Group Facilitator
Numerologist
Psychic
Medium
Reiki Master
Paranormal Specialist Group Facilitator
Perveyor of Mystical Treasures
(Retail Manager)
Co-Creator of Inspirit Centre
Our Vision is to provide products and a space for individuals looking to lead healthier lives
through exploration of alternative therapies, and to encourage their spiritual development through
understanding of different faiths and self-awareness.
Barbara Ford
Creator of InSpirit Centre, Spiritual Advisor, Holistic Practitioner, Reiki Master, Paranormal Expert, Group Facilitator
Barbara Ford is one of the creators and founders of InSpirit Centre, which received the Reader’s Choice Awards in 2017 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, and Community Votes Awards in 2022.
Barbara is a leader in the fields of Spiritual Development, Holistic Wellness and Paranormal Phenomena.
She has been practicing many different types of spiritual work, holistic wellness methods and paranormal work since the early 90s and has studied under some of the best healers in Canada.
She is honoured to continue to receive teachings and guidance from Indigenous Elders, Knowledge Keepers, Advocates and Leaders. Barbara participates in many indigenous practices, including working with medicines, drumming, dream work, advocacy, and more. This has helped her to reconnect with her own indigenous heritage and reclaim some of her family's lost culture.
She has training and experience with holistic healing techniques such as Reiki, Therapeutic Touch, Crystal Healing, Touch for Health, and Tibetan Energy Massage. She was honoured as the “Healer of the Month” April 2009, with the Ontario Holistic Registry, and featured in the LightWorkers Magazine in 2014.
In addition to workshops and meditations, she conducts Intuitive Readings, Paranormal Consultations and House Clearings. She has been voted the top paranormal expert in Canada since 2007 through Yahoo Answers (an online community of over 19 million worldwide). Barbara has been featured on multiple TV Shows as an expert regarding Holistic Wellness and Paranormal Phenomena. She is also featured in Richard Palmisano’s book “Meeting Place of the Dead” in 2014 for her consultations with the Searcher Group Paranormal Investigations and in Fritz Polzer’s Documentary on Paranormal Phenomena which was aired at the British Film Institute in 2016.
Barbara is a very accomplished and internationally recognized Spiritual Advisor, and Tarot Reader. Her sessions are unique because they are considered multi-dimensional; she incorporated different tarot & oracle Cards, pendulums, photo reading, energy scanning, and mediumship of connecting in with loved ones who have passed over. The purpose of her sessions it to help her clients see their situation from a new perspective. She does not tell people how to live their lives, but rather provides new information and perspectives for the client to help them live their lives more authentically.
While in general she maintains her practice at InSpirit Centre, she does have extensive experience across the Greater Toronto Area and she has conducted sessions in person as far as Thailand, Jamaica, and across Canada and the USA . She has had clients come from all over the world to see her including coast to coast in Canada , coast to coast in the USA, Mexico, Guyana, Guatemala, Jamaica Trinidad, India, Pakistan, Egypt, Belgium, France, England, Australia, Mauritius Islands, Russia. Barbara has also provided distance readings to people all over the world.
Barbara is very down to earth, and has a warm non-judgmental attitude making her sessions a life changing experience.
More information about Barbara
Testimonials & Education
Multidimensional Readings
Akashic Records Readings
Palm Readings
Spiritual Adivsory for Business
Professional Mentorship for Holistic, Intuitive & Paranormal Professionals
Reiki
Crystal Healing
Spiritual Home Blessings & Clearings
Workshops & Meditations Offered
Mark Pimento
Co-Creator of InSpirit Centre
Perveyor of Mystical Treasures (Retail Manager)
Mark has been involved in all aspect of retail for over 32+ years. He has learned throughout his time in retail to learn how to find quality suppliers who operate with very high standards. Where possible, Mark will always choose to support local artisans and suppliers before reaching out to other across Canada and lastly to those abroad. Mark does a superb job vetting our suppliers, and creating long term positive working relationships.
Mark is very spiritual himself, and work toward expanding his mind through reading and workshops.
Mark is a Reiki Level One Practitioner, and works extensively with Feng Shui items and crystals.
Calling on his wealth of knowledge and a wonderful sense of humour he is always happy to talk with you. From salt lamps to crystals, he will help you find just the right spiritual tool, service or treasure for you,
Mark can be found most days in our shop managing the day-to-day operations of InSpirit Centre.
He is always happy to chat with you and assist you in choosing the best item or service to meet your needs.
Mark is also known for being able to find unusual items. So if there is something you want, Mark's the man to talk to!
Christine Ford
Psychic, Medium, Paranormal Specialist, Group Facilitator, Fabric & Jewelry Artist, Shop Assistant Manager
Christine Ford is an accomplished High Priestess with the Temple of Witchcraft having apprenticed for many years with internationally acclaimed witch and author Christopher Penczak in the temple’s Mystery School. As a long-time student of the esoteric and earth-based spirituality, she has also mentored with Barbara Ford for over 10 years including certificates in Reiki I, Reiki II, Akashic Records Level I, Crystal Connections, Mediumship, Advanced Intuitive Development, and so much more.
Christine has created her own unique style of readings, using a gorgeous cloth filled with symbology, that you toss a collection of crystals on. This innovative style of readings are great for anyone who wants to try something new, or who wants to get away from traditional cartomancy readings. Christine also provides insightful and often emotional mediumship sessions.
Christine is also our resident artist specializing in jewelry and fabric art. She also creates unique custom pieces, as well as jewelry modifications. Many of her beautiful pieces can be found in the InSpirit Centre Shop. She also enjoys running jewelry and craft related as well as metaphysical workshops.
Christine is also an experienced member of the InSpirit Centre's Paranormal Team providing advice, personal clearings, and home & business energy clearings.
Christine has also been both a local and international presenter for various festivals, retreats, and groups such as Templehearth, WomynSpirit, Hamilton Pagan Pride and Silver Circle.
She is very engaging and an amazing storyteller. With her wealth of information she will keep you intrigued and entertained.
Related Education
2013 – Present Continued Professional Private Mentorship with Barbara Ford, InSpirit Centre
1994 Musical Theatre Performance, Sheridan College
2001 Comedy Writing and Performing, Humber College
2013 Reiki Level 1 Certificate, Barbara Ford, InSpirit Centre
2015 Akashic Records Level 1, Barbara Ford, InSpirit Centre
2016 Reiki Level 2 Certification, InSpirit Centre, Barbara Ford
2018 InDepth Master Class: Crystal Connections 4 Week Certificate Program, Barbara Ford, InSpirit Centre
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Understanding the 7 tribes of the crystal kingdom
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Crystal families by energetic properties
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Safe & effective clearing and charging methods
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Crystal grid work including set up, activation, deactivation & detailed grid work,
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Sacred Geometry as it relates to Crystal work
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Psychological effects of crystals
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Understanding the effects of shape
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Safe storage methods
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Dispelling myths of common practices
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Dangers & precautions
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Identifying man-made & fake crystals
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How to create effective crystal combinations
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Creative ways to enhance your home & garden’s energy
2016 – 2022 High Priestess/ Minister, Christopher Penzack, Temple of Witchcraft
2022 Community Dynamics Ministerial Workshops, Libra Ministry/ Temple of Witchcraft
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Ethics
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Psychology in the Magickal Community
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Conflict Resolution Skills,
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Suicidal Ideation: Strategies and resources for awareness, response, and pastoral care
2022 Intensive Mediumship 6 Week Certificate Program, Barbara Ford, InSpirit Centre
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Weekly thought-provoking discussions and reading material
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Exploration of Paranormal Phenomena as it pertains to communication with the unseen worlds
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Classifications of Angels, Demons, Entities and other incorporeal beings
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Deeper understanding of the 4 main types of intuition: learn your strengths and weaknesses
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Vital exercises to expand your intuition and improve communication skills.
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How to safely protect yourself and loves ones from paranormal dangers
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Become skilled in holding energetic boundaries
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Understanding and respecting personal and professional limits
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Delight in the honour of helping others heal through quality mediumship sessions
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Legal and ethical components of becoming a professional medium
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Understanding Ontario’s Privacy Act, and business basics as they pertain to mediumship
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How to approach family, friends and peers about choosing an out-of-the-box career
Testimonials
"Christine Ford is a very gifted and insightful reader. Her Crystal Pentacle Reading is incredibly unique. The reading I received include an amazing amount of information. Thank you and much gratitude Christine. "
Kat S., British Columbia
"Christine Ford's presentation has been by FAR my favourite presentation. I'm contemplating moving to Canada and begging her to mentor me."
Marilyn D., USA
"Thank you Christine. I am always so impressed with how you clearly express your messages. Loved all of it. "
Maryann McD., USA
"This class with Christine Ford has been so informative. I was really looking forward to this one and it definitely met and exceeded my expectations. Thank you so much for this!!!"
Cathy McQ. USA
Additional Comments from Templehearth Workshop February 2022
Thank you! That was great! Christopher Penczak
Thank you! Fantastic class! Roni Earnest
Thank you. Christine this was incredibly useful. Sellena
That was beyond amazing!!!!! Thank you!!! Eileen McPhillips
wonderful class! Thank you for your knowledge. Jennifer Crider
Great class Christine! Elsa Elliott
Thank you so much! This is wonderful. Matooka
Crystal Toss Readings
Mediumship Readings
Workshops
Private Psychic Parties
Spiritual Home Blessings & Clearings
Terri Portelli
Numerologist, Reiki Master, Psychic, Medium, Paranormal Specialist,
Group Facilitator
Terri has been exploring the metaphysical and spiritual worlds for many years. As an avid reader and life-long learner, Terri has enjoyed delving deeply into holistic healing, intuition and earth-based spiritual paths.
Terri has mentored under Barbara Ford for many years. She has completed her Reiki training right up to the Reiki Master Level with Barbara. She has also had training and experience in Intuitive Development, Crystal Healing, Meditation, Mediumship, Crystal Connections, House Clearings, Curse Removals, Paranormal Phenomena and more. Terri is also a senior level Paranormal Apprentice with Barbara Ford. Terri also successfully completed many other modalities including Yoga, Mudras, and has become a Numerologist.
During this time she has really honed her skills as a world class psychic and medium.
Terri is comfortable with answering specific questions you may have in your reading or provide intuitive message if you wish. She is also very skilled with connecting to your loved ones who have passed away and sharing information that may prove to be healing and comforting.
Terri has spent a lot of her life as a healer. As a Pharmacist for over 30 years, she has learned how modern medicine works and how it affects the body. She has translated this experience into her Reiki practice and has a fundamental knowledge and understanding of the most elemental component of the human structure - its energy.
“We are powered by energy; we use it, we feel it and we emit it.”
Terri Portelli
Terri has a calming welcoming energy that creates the perfect atmosphere for her sessions. It’s important to her to always be free of judgement with the intent of helping to create an opportunity for healing and learning for her clients.
Related Education
2015 – Present Continued Professional Private Mentorship with Barbara Ford, InSpirit Centre
*Terri also has a Bachelor of Science in pharmacy, and was certified in MMT (Methadone Maintenance Therapy)
2010 Reiki Level 1 and 2, Chantal Garneau
2014 Reiki Master, Michael Swance
2015 Energy Essentials For Light Workers Certificate Program, Barbara Ford, InSpirit Centre
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Grounding Techniques Specific For Your Work
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Personal Protective Methods
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Importance of Self-Assessments & Self-Care
2017 Reiki Master/Teacher Certificate Program, Reiki Master Barbara Ford, InSpirit Centre
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Master Level Attunement & Power Symbols
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Master Level Tools:
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Complete Review of Reiki Level 1, 2 and Master Level
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Learn How to Conduct Attunements Effectively
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How Adults Learn
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Administration Concerns
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Explore Your Reiki Lineage
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Reiki Master Self-Care
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Reiki Master Ethics & Professionalism
2017 Master Class: Crystal Healing Certificate Program Barbara Ford, InSpirit Centre
2018 Practical Applications of Tarot 4 Week Certificate Program, Barbara Ford, InSpirit Centre
2020 Reiki Master, Leigh Whiting
2020 Numerology Diploma, Centre of Excellence
Testimonials
"Terri is an incredibly intuitive, caring and kind person, who sees the best in every one and every situation."
C.G. Cobourg, Ontario
"Terri has been doing some readings [for me] for a year now and she has been able to predict many changes in my life that even I couldn't see coming. I always look forward to a new reading because she is skillful and speaks what the cards are saying. Good reading!"
A.G. Georgetown, Ontario
"I had a tarot reading with Terri. She was very thorough and honest. The cards don't always say what we want to hear but the truth is always for the best. Terri skillfully read the cards and relayed their message in a calm and understanding way . I look forward to our next reading."
Karen W. Halton Hills, Ontario
Cartomancy Readings (Tarot & Oracle Cards)
Mediumship Readings
Private Psychic Parties
Reiki
Spiritual Home Blessings & Clearings
Christine Wile
Astrologer, Psychic, Reiki Practitioner, Paranormal Specialist, Group Facilitator
Christine comes to us with extensive training in a wide variety of metaphysical areas with a strong focus in Astrology, Tarot and Reiki. She is also an Initiate of the First Degree with the Witch of the Temple of Witchcraft having apprenticed with internationally acclaimed witch and author Christopher Penczak. She is currently studying for the Second Degree. She has also mentored with Barbara Ford for many years and is a long-time member of InSpirit’s Paranormal Team assisting with personal clearings and house & business energy clearings.
A well trained and experienced intuitive, Christine utilizes astrology, tarot cards, and oracle cards along with her knowledge of body systems and energetic signatures to provide unique and meaningful readings.
As a strong intuitive astrologer and reader, she wishes to help you understand who you are, and where you are going, with a deeper awareness of your unique gifts and perspectives to empower you. Her services provide a place to begin investigating who you are at your core and gain the tools of self-knowledge to assist you on your journey. If you would like to explore Christine’s offerings to find the answers to your questions and walk the path of personal healing, Christine would be delighted to assist you!
“What’s written in the stars isn’t etched in stone. Free will rules all!
You are so much more than you think.”
– Christine Wile
Related Education
2018 – Present Continued Professional Private Mentorship with Barbara Ford, InSpirit Centre
2018 Reiki II Barbara Ford, InSpirit Centre
2019 Natural Health Consultant, Stratford Institute
2019 Reiki Supplemental Training, Lisa Powers, Udemy
2019 Crystal Reiki, with Lisa Powers, Udemy
2019 Crystal Healing, with Tanya Magdaline, Udemy
2019 First Degree Initiate Training, with Christopher Penczak, Temple of Witchcraft
2022 Astrology Diploma, Centre of Excellence
2023 Second Degree Initiate Training, with Christopher Penczak, Temple of Witchcraft (In progress)
Cartomancy Readings (Tarot & Oracle Cards)
Astrology Readings & Reports
Reiki
Private Psychic Parties
Spiritual Home Blessings & Clearings
Our Shop Team:
Shop Clerks, Customer Service, Apprenticeship Students
We are pleased to have many lovely people as part of our team. Each has their own specialties of knowledge, but they are all a delight to talk to. Each one is happy to help you find the perfect treasure or to register for a special appointment or workshop.
Our Paranormal Team
InSpirit Centre is home to an amazing crew of trained paranormal specialists with a variety of experience. Our team is led by Barbara Ford who is considered one of Canada's Top Paranormal Experts.
Together we provide personal sonic energy cleanses, and a variety of spiritual consultations and energy clearings for home and businesses. We pride ourselves on our compassionate professionalism. We always consider the home owners own spiritual beliefs.
We try to keep this service as cost effect as possible. Its important to you that you feel safe an secure in your own home.
Team:
Front Row: Petra
Middle Row (L - R) Cheryl, Barbara
Back Row: (L - R) Christine W. Christine F. Terri
Absent: Mark, Justine
Interested in joining The InSpirit Team?
Imagine working in a place that is devoted to spirituality,
personal growth and well-being!
Please send us an Email outlining your modalities, qualifications and experiences.
We look forward to hearing from you.