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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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