PURPOSE: EXPLORATION OF YOGA AS AN ADJUNCT TO TRADITIONAL THERAPIES AND TO SUPPORT SURVIVORS OF COMPLEX TRAUMA THROUGH RESTORATIVE HEALING TECHNIQUES

This is a professional training.

Location: Washington, D.C. - Location will be disclosed to participants prior to the training.

FOR:

This training was created for professionals that currently work with vulnerable populations including but not limited to, trauma survivors of any kind. There is also a special consideration for persons (non-clinical) interested in supporting clients, family, community members with reversing the effects of the multisystemic impact of complex trauma, and those that are interested in delving into the evidenced-based approach of Empowerment technique and the ancient practice of yoga and breathwork to facilitate holistic change and healing.

Additionally, this training is for social workers, mental health clinicians, yoga teachers/trainee's, educators, healthcare professionals, activists etc.

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: June 29, 2018

Duration: 10 -hour training (8 hours face to face - 2 hours for individual self-study and reflection)

TRAINING SPECIFICS:

This training was designed for social workers, mental health clinicians, yoga teachers/trainee's, educators, healthcare professionals, activists interested in deepening their understanding of the multiple and sometimes debilitating effects of trauma on the mind, body, and spirit of survivors.

Additionally, it is designed to support professionals in expanding their current practice to incorporate restorative health techniques including mediation, breathwork cues, yoga (asana) postures, with use of aromatherapy oils to balance the human central nervous system, assist clients in managing stress and anxiety, and helping survivors to feel safe in their bodies.

Key Topics

History of Yoga
Neuroscience
Trauma Discussion (according to Diagnostic Statistical Manual 5)
Attachment Theory
Implications of Trauma/ Manifestations in the Human Body
Evidenced Based Practice - Empowerment-Based Theory & Strengths Based Perspective
Developing a Trauma Sensitive Yoga Practice
Use of Aromatherapy for Stress Reduction
Live Demonstration and Yoga Class

Attendee's can expect to participate in the engaging conversation, reflective dialogue, and participate in a live demonstration of Trauma Sensitive Restorative Yoga, which may be done in the comfort of an office setting and/or at home. Attendees are encouraged to wear comfortable clothing to participate in this demonstration class.

INVESTMENT:

Professionals: $399.99

FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT-

Jesecca Edouard, LGSW, the trainer, directly- ingraceyogatherapy@gmail.com

NOTES:

Please wear comfortable clothing.

Attendees will receive: