trauma-informed yoga
+ movement
Trauma-informed yoga is a compassionate approach that honours the deep connection between the mind and body, creating a safe and empowering space for healing and resilience. It focuses on choice, sensitivity and empowerment, allowing participants to explore movement and self-awareness at their own pace.
I offer trauma-informed yoga sessions and professional training for those eager to integrate or further develop these transformative practices into their work and facilitate classes locally.
Trauma-informed yoga has been a lifeline in my own healing journey with complex trauma, helping me reconnect with my body and rebuild a sense of safety and resilience. This personal experience inspires my passion for sharing these practices with others.
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Trauma-informed yoga is designed for nervous system recovery, resilience and experience integration - it is a clinical practice with a tonne of evidence for PTSD, chronic stress and the healing/integration of those experiences
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With certifications in Traumatic Stress Studies and trauma-informed facilitation, and, as a graduate of a 300-hour Trauma Centre Trauma-Sensitive Yoga (TCTSY) training alongside my professional experience within the community + health sectors, I bring both lived and learned expertise to my work.
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I believe in creating spaces that empower individuals, honouring their unique paths to healing and recovery.
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TCTSY-F Certified Facilitator
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TCTSY is the world's only scientifically validated trauma-sensitive yoga model. I am Geelong/ Western Victoria’s only TCTSY-F facilitator, having been trained in Trauma-Sensitive Yoga through the Boston Justice Research Institute.
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Yoga focused on interoceptive awareness with minimal external correction has been shown to improve trauma survivors' ability to connect with their bodies by 45%, aiding in recovery.
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A non-directive teaching style is linked to a 35% reduction in anxiety symptoms for trauma survivors.
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TCTSY has been shown to be as effective as cognitive-based therapies at reducing trauma symptoms, with 60% of participants showing significant improvements in emotional regulation.
