Breathwork is a practice that involves conscious control of the breath to promote physical, mental, and emotional well-being. It encompasses various techniques and patterns of breathing, such as deep belly breathing, alternate nostril breathing, or rapid breaths, among others. By bringing attention and intention to the breath, breathwork can help reduce stress, alkalize the body, increase relaxation, improve focus, and enhance self-awareness. It assists the release of tension and emotional blockages held within, allowing individuals to experience a greater sense of clarity, vitality, and connection to themselves.

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Qigong is an ancient Chinese practice that combines movement, breath control, and meditation to cultivate and balance the body’s vital energy, known as ‘qi’ or ‘chi.’ The word ‘qigong’ translates into ‘energy merit or work’ or ‘working with life-force energy.’ Qigong encompasses a wide range of exercises and techniques that aim to promote the flow of qi through the body’s energy channels or meridians which in turn strengthens the body’s energy field. These exercises may involve slow gentle movements, stretching, static postures, coordinated breathing patterns, visualization, and focused intention. Qigong is practiced for various purposes, including enhancing physical health, improving mental well-being, increasing energy levels, strengthening focus and promoting spiritual growth. Regular practice of qigong is believed to restore harmony and balance in the body, mind and spirit, strengthen the immune system, reduce stress, and enhance overall vitality. It is suitable for people of all ages and fitness levels, making it accessible and beneficial for individuals seeking to improve their physical, mental, and energetic well-being.

This is an approach that focuses on understanding and regulating the autonomic nervous system’s responses to stress and trauma. It draws from the Polyvagal Theory, which explores the connection between the nervous system, emotions, and social engagement. Through various techniques, individuals learn to identify and regulate their physiological responses, including the fight-or-flight and freeze reactions. This training incorporates practices such as breath-work, mindfulness, gentle movements, and self-regulation exercises to promote resilience, restore balance, and cultivate a sense of safety and well-being. By enhancing nervous system regulation, individuals can experience improved emotional regulation, reduced anxiety, and increased overall physiological and psychological resilience.

Somatic Experiencing (SE) therapy is a holistic approach to healing trauma and restoring resilience within the body. Based on the understanding that trauma is stored in the nervous system, SE focuses on accessing and releasing the physiological and psychological impacts of traumatic experiences. Through gentle guidance and attention to bodily sensations, SE helps individuals reconnect with their innate ability to self-regulate and heal. Our therapists support you in tracking sensations, facilitating the completion of incomplete trauma responses, whilst you gain a felt sense of safety and empowerment. Somatic Experiencing can lead to increased self-awareness, reduced anxiety, improved emotional regulation, and a greater capacity for resilience and well-being.