It's scary when your body doesn't do what you expect or feels different than it used to. I came to love teaching while navigating an injury recovery. What I learned about my body through that healing process sparked my interest in how the human body works. I loved having insight into why I was hurting and how to change it.
I've been doing this work since 2011 (and online since 2018), supporting people who want to feel more at ease in their bodies through movement . Many of my students are thoughtful, curious individuals who appreciate having choices in their movement practice rather than being told exactly what to do.
My approach can be useful for trauma healing. As a certified Trauma Center Trauma-Sensitive Yoga Facilitator (TCTSY-F), I've completed 300+ hours of specialized training in this evidence-based intervention for complex trauma. This approach maintains an awareness of how trauma can live in the body and that movement can be both healing and challenging. The practice invites making choices and cultivating internal awareness rather than achieving external goals.
I've learned how to adapt movement practices for evolving physical needs, through years of working with seniors and my own experience with how bodies change over time. Whether you're dealing with balance concerns, joint stiffness, or want to maintain independence, I focus on what your body can do and what feels safe for you.
All my life, I've lived through movement—dancing, swimming, running. I marvel at the feeling of movement—something we can all share through our own experience, that has nothing to do with skill. By moving our bodies and minds, we can learn to move ourselves through what we need—whether healing, growth, or moments of joy.
My years of experience and training draw on varied approaches to embodiment:
I maintain my credentials and continue updating my knowledge through ongoing education—and everything I learn from working with you.
I genuinely enjoy learning through movement. I enjoy working with you to figure out what might help you feel more comfortable and confident in your body. It's always a privilege to be witness to moments of discovery when someone realizes something about themselves through their movement work.
No two movement practices are the same. Every person brings a unique combination of experiences, physical patterns, and goals. It's intellectually engaging for me to draw from my varied movement background to help shape an approach that feels right for you.
When my clients tell me they feel "so much better" after our sessions, or that they've gained confidence in making choices for their own bodies, I'm reminded why this work matters. We all deserve to feel at home in our bodies—and have practices that help bring us back if ever that feeling goes away.
A note about my approach: trauma-sensitive principles are embedded in all my work. These approaches can be useful for everyone because they align with our biological instincts for safety and connection. When working with you, I will:
Whether you're 70 and starting to feel concerned about falls, or 40 and processing life experiences, these principles create a foundation of respect and agency that allows for genuine healing and growth.