Trauma-Informed Yoga is the essential self-care practice. Incorporating the practice of yoga in therapy combines physical and mental health and wellness, and provides a space for processing trauma through the somatic experience. Yoga incorporates mindfulness practices, strength and flexibility, in addition to allowing access to spiritual beliefs and somatic processing.

Mind-Body practice is significant, since trauma is stored within the body, accessing the body allows for greater therapeutic benefits including:

-Nervous system regulation

-Reduce anxiety, stress, and depression

-Improve sleep

-Increase presence and groundedness

-Promotes empowerment and strength

-Boosts energy and concentration

-Improves Mind-Body Connection

-Lessens trauma triggers and PTSD

-Self-regulation

(Berman, 2023, p.55-57)

Whether you have practiced yoga before, or you are new to the practice, whether you have broad range of flexibility, or you have physical limitations, whether a young child or elder adult, yoga and other somatic practices may be incorporated into your session. Please inquire how yoga and other somatic therapies can be integrated into your treatment plan.

Reference: Berman, Sue, “The Power of Trauma-Informed Yoga: Mind-Body Techniques to Empower Healing, Bolster Resilience, Elevate Well-Being, and Ignite Personal Growth." (2023). Los Vegas, NV.