Frequently Asked Questions
1.) Trauma-Informed vs. Trauma Sensitive. What's the difference?
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It depends on what you're looking for in a class. Both offer invitational language, no hands-on assists, no use of straps, a welcoming no-pressure environment and an opportunity to connect back to your body within an educated trauma-informed format.
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If you're looking for a "yoga-centered" class that might incorporate music with words, that focuses more on the typical benefits of movement and breathwork offered in a studio class (i.e. strength, flexibility, focus, balance, etc), a "trauma-informed" class might be for you.
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If you're looking for a "trauma-centered" session that might use music without words (or no music at all) that focuses more on the potential repair of trauma that can be held or hard-wired into the body and nervous system, a "Trauma Center Trauma Sensitive Yoga" class (aka TCTSY), might be for you.
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Although there are different trauma sensitive classes offered through other programs, TCTSY has specifically been created by the Center for Trauma and Embodiment at the Justice Resource Institute.
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2.) Is TCTSY for me?
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Maybe yes. Maybe no. Only you can answer this question for you. TCTSY is a clinically approved adjunct treatment for complex PTSD and treatment-resistent PTSD. It's theoretical underpinnings are rooted in hatha yoga, trauma theory, attachment theory, and neuroscience.
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The foundational building blocks of this evidenced-based approach are found through non-coercion, interoception, invitational language, choice making and shared authentic experiences.
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Feel free to learn more about this class here.
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You might even be interested to read more about the research supporting this practice here.
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All are more than welcome to explore the possibilities of this class in your own time as you do not need a known history of trauma exposure to participate.
3.) What do you charge?
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Below is basic pricing (without travel + setup fee) if your class size is under 20 for either format...
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$75 for 60 minutes
$60 for 45 minutes
$45 for 30 minutes
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In-person classes within or outside the Twin Cities metro area will have an added travel + setup fee per class based on mileage and equipment requested.
No additional fee if online.
Variety in class length offers flexibility within personal or departmental budgets.
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Pricing is the same for private individual sessions.
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A sliding scale fee (up to $15 off basic pricing) or a "pay what you can" plan is available at anytime for any reason.
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If your in-person or online group request is bigger than 20, reach out and let's talk.
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TCTSY group classes will remain under 8-10 participants due to the nature of what folks might be working through.
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And if you're looking for individual TCTSY sessions, we might initially start at 10, 20, or 30 minutes.
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At this time, I do not take insurance, but you're welcome to use your Health Savings Account (HSA), credit card, cash, or Venmo to pay for services.
Most HSA's will cover yoga for therapy, and a diagnosis or letter of medical necessity might need to be required...so please check with your provider before using as each plan is different.
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Your choice in how you pay will always be up to you.
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4.) What style of yoga do you teach?
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In addition to the two similar yet different styles of trauma-informed vs. TCTSY, I have experience in offering hatha, beginner, restorative, yin, chair and vinyasa yoga. If you're new and don't quite know the difference, we'll talk and offer a good starting point.
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5.) Where do you offer your classes?
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Depends. I offer online and in-person options so the choice is yours. We can talk to see if it makes sense to have your class on-site for departmental or organizational requests, or if you'd like a more private space away from home and work. All options are respected.
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6.) Do I need experience?
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Heck no. All abilities, shapes, sizes, and experience levels are more than welcome.
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7.) What's your cancellation policy?
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Not sure yet. Life can get messy and understand how unexpected events can change your plans at a drop of a dime. Reach out and we'll figure it out together. If it happens routinely, than I may check in to see if the timing or myself are still a good fit for you.
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8.) Why are you passionate about teaching to folks whose been exposed to traumatic stress or loss on the job?
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Because I'm one of those folks whose been affected and still is. I don't teach or facilitate from a place of know-it-all-ism and hope to support those brave enough to listen to their bodies with the possibility of occupying more space + life within.
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