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Through the body to yourself<\/span><\/p>\n

My work is based on a holistic, body-centered approach, which stems from the understanding that emotions, tensions, and unprocessed experiences often accumulate in the body and can express themselves as stress, inner turmoil, or unexplained pain.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>

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sensory organ<\/strong><\/p>\n

anat. a cell that receives stimuli from the environment or from within the body and transmits them further to the nervous system<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

About the approach<\/p>\n

The body stores much more information than we often realize. Our reactions, feelings, tensions, or ways of dealing with life are not random \u2014 they often carry stories, experiences, and patterns that have been written into the body over time. The body remembers not only events, but also feelings, relationships, and ways of coping that once helped us but may now be distancing us from ourselves.<\/span><\/p>\n

In my work, I create a safe and supportive space where, through movement, breath, mindful presence and a somatic approach, we explore together what lies beneath the surface of symptoms, internal tensions or repetitive patterns. It is not about fixing or pushing the body beyond its limits, but about gradually getting back in touch with yourself and the body's inner intelligence.<\/p>\n

Together we enter into a process of self-discovery and the slow unfolding of what has remained unexpressed, repressed, or trapped in the body. In doing so, we can gradually recognize old patterns, beliefs, and ways of responding, and create more space for regulation, ease, contact, and inner balance.<\/b><\/p>\n

I believe that profound changes don't happen through pressure, but through relationship \u2014 through a sense of safety, presence, and listening to what the body is telling you. My approach does not replace medical or psychological treatment, but can meaningfully complement it.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Areas of work<\/p>\n

In my work, I combine body-oriented approaches, breath work, mindfulness, and modern knowledge about the functioning of the nervous system and the connection between the body, emotions, and inner experience. I am primarily interested in how we can create more balance, security, and connection with ourselves through a more conscious relationship with our bodies.<\/p>\n

The process involves breath, movement, relaxation techniques, guided visualizations, meditative practices, rest, and exploration of bodily sensations \u2014 not with the intention of fixing the body, but rather creating a space where the body can gradually calm down, relax, and feel more supported from within again.<\/p>\n

An important part of my work is also teaching simple tools that individuals can use independently in their everyday lives. The purpose of the process is not to look for answers outside of ourselves, but to gradually develop more trust in our own perception, body, and inner feelings.<\/b><\/p>\n

Such work can support people with chronic pain, fatigue, burnout, stress, anxiety, sleep problems, recovery from illness, or during periods of increased life stress.<\/p>\n

In my work, I draw on studies of yoga therapy, somatic psychology, mindfulness, and modern insights into the nervous system and body-oriented approaches.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

About me<\/span><\/p>\n

My journey began over fifteen years ago with yoga, which gradually led me from movement to a deeper exploration of the connection between the body, the nervous system, and inner experience. Through my own experiences, I began to understand how strongly life experiences, stress, and emotional responses are reflected in the body.<\/p>\n

This led me to an in-depth study of yoga therapy, somatic approaches and body-based work. I am a certified yoga therapist (Yoga Therapy Institute Amsterdam, IAYT) and somatic healing practitioner, and I constantly upgrade my work with additional education in the field of body-based approaches, mindfulness, nervous system regulation and the connection between body, emotions and inner experience.<\/p>\n

But what I still learn the most is from the people I work with. Every encounter reminds me of how subtle and unique the human experience is, and how important presence, openness, and curiosity are in this work.<\/b><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Education and certifications<\/strong><\/h4>\n

2014: Vinyasa Yoga Teacher (RYT 200)<\/p>\n

2018: Intensive workshop <\/span>Tracking Transformation<\/span><\/em> with Ana Forrest and Jose Calarc<\/span><\/p>\n

2018: Workshop <\/span>Myofascial Meridians<\/span><\/em> with Jambo Truong<\/span><\/p>\n

2020: <\/span>Exploring Inner Landscapes<\/span><\/em> with Liina Tael (somatic movement, yin yoga, tai chi)<\/span><\/p>\n

2020: Workshop with J. Brown: <\/span>Gentle is the New Advanced<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

2020: Yin Yoga Teacher Training Course<\/p>\n

2021: <\/span>The Power of Awareness<\/span><\/em> with Tara Brach and Jack Kornfield \u2013 7-week mindfulness training program<\/span><\/p>\n

2022: Certification Course with Dr. Stephen Porges and Dr. Arielle Schwartz: Applying Polyvagal Theory in Therapeutic Yoga<\/p>\n

2022: Certificate in Integrative Somatic Trauma Therapy (<\/span>Integrative Somatic Trauma Therapy<\/span><\/em>) \u2013 teachers: Dr. Peter Levine, Dr. Stephen Porges, Deb Dana, Manuela Mischke-Reeds, Ruella Frank, et al.<\/span><\/p>\n

2022\u20132025: Certified Yoga Therapist, Yoga Therapy Institute Amsterdam (625 hours, IAYT program)<\/p>\n

2025: Certified Somatic Healing Practitioner (<\/span>Somatic Healing Practitioner<\/span><\/em>)<\/span><\/p>\n

2026: 2-day workshop with Prof. Dr. Robert Schleip: Fascia as a sensory and emotional organ <\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

Specialized modules<\/b><\/h4>\n

Yoga therapy for guided safe relaxation and yoga nidra<\/h4>\n

Yoga therapy application: asana, pranayama and restorative yoga<\/h4>\n

Yoga therapy for musculoskeletal problems and low back pain<\/h4>\n

Yoga therapy for cardiovascular and respiratory health problems<\/h4>\n

Yoga therapy for the nervous system, degenerative diseases and pain management<\/h4>\n

Yoga therapy for digestive problems<\/h4>\n

Yoga Therapy for Endocrine and Immune Disorders<\/h4>\n

Trauma-Informed Yoga Therapy<\/h4>\n

Yoga Therapy for Cancer Patients & People Affected by Cancer<\/h4>\n

Applied Somatic Counselling for Yoga Therapists<\/h4>\n

Additional <\/span>education<\/span>:<\/span><\/b><\/h4>\n
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  • Yoga therapy for burnout<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Yoga therapy for panic attacks and anxiety<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Yoga therapy for fibromyalgia<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Yoga therapy for herniated discs<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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    Free introductory call or video chat<\/b><\/span> is a place where we can explore together what you currently need and whether my way of working suits you.<\/span><\/p>\n

    If we decide to work together, we will spend the first meeting exploring your current situation, needs, and the way of working that would best support you. All meetings are tailored to the individual and take place in person or online.<\/p>\n

    If you feel like getting in touch, you can write to me using the form below.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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