Back to Body

A two-tiered trauma education series on polyvagal theory, yogic philosophy and somatic work

This series aims to discuss the intricacies of trauma both on an individual level and within our communities.

We will approach this through the lens of polyvagal theory and neuroscience, then draw parallels to yogic philosophy and somatic practices.

Because we all have nervous systems, this series is relevant for anyone and everyone interested in understanding the human experience in a deeper way.

However these concepts are particularly valuable for anyone working with the public such as mental health professionals, activists, yoga teachers, first responders, educators, health care workers,

etc.

As we come to understand these complexities the hope is to start conversations on how to foster community systems that facilitate healing rather than perpetuate trauma.

~ You will see below that there are two tiers for this series depending on how you’d like to engage with this work ~ All in-person sessions will be held at Empowered Spaces but virtual options are available ~

Back to Body - Tier 1

Trauma Education and Somatic Series

This tier of the Back to Body series is for anyone interested in gaining a deep understanding of the nervous system and how trauma may be experienced in the body which influences the mind and otherwise. This could be particularly relevant for those working with people or the community in some capacity (health care, mental health, activist, educators, first responders, etc.). However, because we all have nervous systems, all curious individuals interested in healing are welcome!

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Back to Body - Tier 2

Trauma Education / Somatic Series + Teacher Training

This tier is for yoga teachers, movement coaches, or anyone interested in teaching somatic work in a trauma informed way. It includes everything in tier 1 above with the addition of 4 more sessions. During these sessions we will discuss and practice how to apply the concepts we’ve learned into teaching movement and inquiry to others in a way that is informed by polyvagal theory and trauma. Further than that, this training aims to bridge the gap of communication between the somatic world and other systems of healing. In bridging this gap, the hope is to find more efficient solutions for holistic healing in a way that includes a variety of practitioners from different backgrounds.

Accredited as 20 CEU’s under the Yoga Alliance