New to Breathwork?
What to Expect
Each session is guided with care. I'll guide you through a journey that's uniquely your own, and be with you as your experience unfolds. Here's what it includes.
Setting Up Your Space
Find somewhere quiet where you won't be disturbed for the session. Set up a comfortable space: a mat, blanket, or your bed. Have water and tissues nearby. Put on headphones, as the music is a big part of the experience.
- Eye mask recommended
- Avoid eating 1 hour before
- Wear comfortable clothing
- Have a journal nearby for after
Intake & Overview
Before we begin the breathwork, I'll introduce the Somatic Breathwork™ technique and share how it differs from other breathwork. I'll be guiding you throughout the session using verbal cues, so there's no need to memorize anything. This structure is simply here to give you a sense of what to expect.
- No prior experience needed
- Just follow my voice
Guided Somatic Breathwork Journey
We'll be working with two distinct phases of breathwork, engaging both the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems in a circular, rhythmic breathing style.
1. Sympathetic Activation
First Phase: energizing, activating the body
- We begin with rounds of more active, energizing breathing.
- Each round is followed by a guided breath hold.
- These breath hold pauses are an opportunity for reflection, stillness, and connection, whether that's inward, to your intuition, or something greater. Only hold your breath for as long as it feels comfortable in your body.
2. Parasympathetic Activation
Second Phase: calming, relaxing the body
- We then transition into slower, more restorative breathing.
- Each round again ends with a guided breath hold.
- This phase is an invitation to soften, slow down, and turn inward. It supports your body in moving into a state of deep rest, integration, and healing.
Integration & Sharing
The breathing gradually softens into a rest phase. This is where the magic often lands. You'll lie still with gentle music as your body integrates the experience. Many people describe this as the most peaceful part, a deep stillness that feels earned.
- No rush to move or speak
- Stay lying down as long as you need
- You may feel deeply relaxed or emotional
- This is normal and beautiful
Ready to Experience It?
Find a session that works for you and take the first step.
How People Feel Afterwards
Everyone's experience is different. Here's what participants commonly share.
Deep relaxation
A sense of calm that lasts well beyond the session
Physical release
Tension leaving the body, sometimes through movement or tears
Emotional clarity
Feelings surfacing and moving through naturally
Better sleep
Many people report the best sleep of their lives that night
Lightness
A feeling of having put something down you didn't know you were carrying
Connection
A deeper sense of being at home in your body
A Note on Safety
Somatic Breathwork is a powerful practice. While it's safe for most people, you don't need to lie down. Although it can be supportive, you can also sit or find whatever position feels right for you. Please reach out to me before attending if you:
- Are pregnant or trying to conceive
- Have a heart condition or high blood pressure
- Have epilepsy or a seizure disorder
- Have a history of psychosis or severe mental health conditions
- Are on blood-thinning medication
Reach out to me and I'll help you figure out what's right for you.
What You'll Need
A quiet space
Where you won't be disturbed for the session
Somewhere to lie down
Mat, bed, or a pile of blankets on the floor
Headphones
The music is a big part of the experience
Water & tissues
Keep them within arm's reach
Comfortable clothing
Nothing restrictive. You want to breathe freely.
An eye mask (optional)
Helps you go inward without distraction