about us
Nurturing a Safe
Space for Growth
and Self-Discovery
We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment where individuals can discover the next stepping stones along their journey, reconnect with their inner strength, heal from past experiences, and cultivate a deeper understanding of themselves.
About Our Studio
Opening The Door To Wellness
At Open Door, we offer a holistic approach to mental and physical wellness. We strive to help people reconnect with themselves and their bodies by offering opportunities for individual and group therapy, bodywork and breathing practices, mindfulness and meditation sessions, and movement and other types of classes.
We support clients in navigating life’s ups and downs by accompanying them as they explore thoughts and feelings and reshape negative patterns that no longer serve them. Open Door introduces people to healthy tools and practices for managing discomfort and celebrating ourselves across all seasons of the lifespan.
We hope everyone who leaves our space emerges feeling more balanced, resilient, and joyful. Together, we seek to foster a community that celebrates diversity, encourages authentic connections, and empowers everyone to live their best lives.
Turam Turkish Folk Dance Ensemble
Turam Turkish Folk Dance Ensemble is the premier Turkish folk dance group in the Midwest. Turam is a very diverse group that welcomes all to learn about Turkish culture and dance, as well as the culture and dance forms of other Asia Minor countries.
Turkey faces three seas, straddles essential trade routes, and has a complex, sophisticated culture that reflects these factors. Turkish dance is one of the oldest dances in the world and uses a variety of movements and tempos. With over 400 different dance styles, such as Halay, Zeybek, and Horon, Turkish dances often involve instrumental accompaniment, group performances, and are characterized by upbeat rhythms and colorful costumes. Turkish dances are closely linked to Turkish cultural heritage, as they reflect the customs, traditions, and social habits of the Turkish people. These dances are performed in a group setting, showcasing synchronized moves and traditional costumes. Some of the different types of cultural significance of Turkish dances include unity, community, bravery, peace, and joy.
If you are looking for an opportunity to learn and perform vibrant folk dances, make new friends while learning about Turkish culture, and stay active, we invite you to come and try something different with us, whether you are a seasoned dancer or a beginner. Our group welcomes everyone. No fee to join or participate in these classes and we provide the beautiful costumes you will need when you are ready to perform. Please join us for our last group folk dance session of 2026 or find us dancing up a storm at the next Holiday Folk Fair International taking place at the Wisconsin State Fair Park, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, on November 20-22, 2026!
Our Core Values
Safety
Creating a safe space for healing and growth is crucial. Open Door prioritizes safety by fostering an environment where individuals can feel emotionally and physically secure, free from harm, judgment, or discrimination. This includes the collective practice of confidentiality, community building, respect towards personal boundary setting, and the provision of personalized, insightful, and trauma-sensitive care and services.
Inclusivity
We welcome and embrace individuals from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. We’re committed to fostering an environment where everyone feels accepted, respected, and valued, regardless of their race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, ability, or any other aspect of their identity. Open Door strives to be an inclusive space where all individuals can access mental health and wellness services without fear of discrimination or judgment.
Body Positivity
All bodies are deserving of respect and acceptance, regardless of size, shape, appearance, or ability. Open Door aims to create a body-positive environment where individuals can feel comfortable and confident in their own skin and free from body shaming and bullying. We strive to create a learning and growing environment that encourages self-love and self-acceptance.
Teach With Us
Do you want to join our team, collaborate, or be a guest artist in our studio? Please reach out! We are eager to add new practitioners to our class schedule who can provide specialized classes, offerings, and services that we may not yet offer.
Rent Our Space
We welcome outside practitioners and other community members to use our 850 sq ft studio space to teach classes, host meetings, events, and workshops. Folding chairs available. Please contact us to inquire about pricing, technology, and availability.