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in grace: survivor yoga series

BRINGING THE BODY INTO AWARENESS

After the experience of a traumatic or life altering event, our bodies may hold onto the experiences, causing manifestations of illnesses, chronic pain and unexplainable emotional dysregulation. As a result, many experience challenging and frightening feelings of betrayal, shame and guilt from their body. In some cases, the body may shut down and feels numb. 

These symptoms can be characterized as our bodies traumatic response to the trauma. 

This trauma sensitive yoga session was developed to assist trauma survivors with developing a sense of autonomy and control of their bodies, facilitate the connection between mind and body through mindfulness and intention setting and to help survivors develop a positive and trusting relationship with their bodies to feel safe and supported. 

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FRAMEWORK FOR TRAUMA SENSITIVE CLASSES:

  • Trauma theory

  • attachment theory

  • Empowerment Model

  • Strengths Based Perspective

  • Anatomy & Flow of Energy

  • ASANA & PRANAYAMA

CLASSes INCLUDE: 

  • REFLECTION EXERCISES

  • INTIMATE CLASS SIZES 

CLASS COMPONENTS:

  •  BREATH AWARENESS

  •  MINDFULNESS

  •  MOVEMENT

  •  STRENGTHENING AND STRETCHING

  •  LANGUAGE OF INQUIRY

BONUS SERVICES (ADDITIONAL RATE APPLIES)

  •  AROMATHERAPY (Private sessions)

  •  WELLNESS DISCUSSION (PRIVATE SESSIONS)

  •  WORK WELLNESS

  •  WORKSHOP FACILITATION

included modifications: 

  • Hands-On physical assist are not included in this class

  • POSTURE CHOICE AND cued INVITATION 

  • USE OF PROPS


this practice is accessible for all abilities, all shapes, sizes and levels of flexibility. 

In this practice, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with instructor, Jesecca E to practice mindfulness and body movement on your terms while taking notice to the different sensations felt in your body during classes.

Benefits of this personal practice may include, increased feelings of self-love, self-acceptance, safety, and personal control. 

class DURATION:50 minutes


work wellness CLIENTS INCLUDE

  • Social Workers

  • Licensed Professional Counselors

  • Crisis Responders

  • Family Support Workers

  • Volunteers for Non-Profit Organizations

AND MORE 

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Survivors served 

with past or present experience

  • Domestic Violence

  • Sexual Assault

  • Generalized Anxiety Disorder

  • Depression

  • Generational Trauma

  • Systemic Trauma and Marginalization

  • Housing Instability

  • Grief and Loss

  • Substance Use


PRICING: 

For all multi-services, corporate pricing and booking inquiries please email ingraceyogatherapy@gmail.com

PARTNERED organizations

  • Shelter House, Fairfax Virginia

  • Montgomery County Health and Human Services, Rockville, Maryland

  • Arise House, Rockville, Maryland

  • Williamsburg Community Center, Brooklyn, NY


EMPOWERING AND STRENGTHENING TRAUMA INFORMED YOGA TRAINING

PURPOSE: EXPLORATION OF TRAUMA AND DISCUSSION OF INTERVENTIONS/RESTORATIVE HEALING TECHNIQUES TO SUPPORT SURVIVORS OF TRAUMA AND MINIMIZE RE-TRAUMATIZATION IN SAFE SPACES. 

Prior knowledge of yoga and/or restorative health techniques is not necessary for this training.

FACILITATED BY: Jesecca Edouard, MSW, LGSW, Trauma Sensitive Yoga Instructor

WHEN: please contact facilitator for event dates

LOCATION: WASHINGTON, DC /ADDRESS PROVIDED TO ATTENDEES

Duration: 12 -hour training 

PURPOSE

This training was created to provide professionals with tools and trauma education to help reduce re-victimization of students in both non-clinical and clinical settings. We will discuss the neurological impact of trauma on an individual’s brain, communication skills, and body awareness.  The training’s context will provide education to become a trauma-informed facilitator and a more effective leader who can assist students to feel safe in their bodies. It is designed to support professionals who want to expand their current practice by incorporating restorative health techniques such as meditation, breath-work cues, yoga postures (asana), and the use of aromatherapy oils to balance the central nervous system. Participants will gain new insights and skills to assist clients in managing stress and anxiety, and help survivors to show up as their full selves.

PROFESSIONALS

This training is for professionals currently working with vulnerable populations including but not limited to trauma survivors of any kind. There is also a special consideration for persons interested in supporting clients, family, and community members with reversing the effects of the multi-systemic impact of complex trauma, as well as those who are interested in delving into the ancient practice of yoga and breath-work to facilitate holistic change and healing. This training was especially designed for social workers, mental health clinicians, yoga teachers/trainees, educators and healthcare professionals.

SPECIFICS

Attendees can expect to participate in engaging conversations, reflective dialogue, and a live demonstration of Trauma-Informed Restorative Yoga, which may be done in the comfort of an office setting and/or at home.

KEY TOPICS

  • Yoga History

  • Neurobiology

  • Trauma as a CONCEPT/ Implications

  • Trauma Responses

  • Theoretical Framework

  • Trauma Informed Yoga

  • Developing a Trauma Sensitive Yoga Practice

  • Use of Aromatherapy for Stress Reduction

  • Live Demonstration

INDIVIDUAL INVESTMENT: $399.99

FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT-

For all multi-services, corporate pricing and booking inquiries contact Jesecca Edouard, LMSW directly at ingraceyogatherapy@gmail.com

NOTES:

Please wear comfortable clothing. 

Attendees will receive:

  • Slide Presentation

  • In Grace Yoga Trauma Informed Yoga Guide

  • Breath-work Guide

  • Aromatherapy Guide and Worksheet

Please click here to review the In Grace Yoga Waiver Form.

All students must consent to In Grace Yoga Therapy TERMS AND CONDITIONS  prior to attending a In Grace Yoga class, workshop or program.