Breathwork is an umbrella term which captures all forms of breath related explorations. It is a powerful body-based approach to well-being. I specialise in a conscious connected breathing technique which is a deep diaphragmatic practice that uses the entire respiratory system. Breathwork enriches the body with oxygen and energy, revitalising our often depleted systems to support our natural healing abilities. This technique allows us to process trauma and enables a life of balance.

Breathwork can positively influence a wide range of diseases and critical functions related to stress hormone levels, inflammation, muscle tension, blood flow, immunity, diabetes, arthritis, and autoimmune diseases. Breathwork is a sustainable practice that can regulate the nervous system and offer relief from chronic stress whilst promoting deep relaxation, healing and expanded consciousness. It nurtures self-compassion, provides connection to your inner guidance and allows the reprogramming of any limiting beliefs.

Far from being a passing trend, breathwork is a well-established evidence based practice. Breathwork has gained recognition and adoption by prominent organizations including Navy Seals, NSW Fire Brigade, NZ Police, NZ Defence Force, and the All Blacks, who have all incorporated breathwork to enhance employee performance and emotional wellbeing. The power of breath lies in its ability to transform your physiology, contributing to emotional resilience, nervous system regulation, holistic healing and so much more.

Breathwork practices have been passed down through a long lineage of ancient teachings including Eastern Yogic traditions. These span thousands of years and encompass a variety of spiritual, religious, and ceremonial practices. These include rituals connected to nature, mythology, philosophy, and healing. Many cultures have words for breathing to reflect the deeper understanding of it and in many languages the words for spirit and breath are the same.

I work with a technique that draws inspiration from rebirthing and holotropic breathwork. Rebirthing breathwork is credited to metaphysical teacher Leonard Orr who in 1962, explored the profound impact of conscious breathing on emotional healing. Holotropic breathwork delves into non-ordinary states of consciousness and was developed in 1974 by psychiatrist Stanislav Grof M.D. and his late wife Christina.

My practice includes teachings from Clarity Breathwork and Owaken Breathwork, along with other modalities including energy medicine, emotional freedom technique and somatic release. I am further influenced by the traditions of Irish Breathwork and Shamanism, both of which hold a place within my family's heritage.

An assessment of a Facilitator's prior professional background will support you to choose someone who is able to provide a safe breathwork experience. Ensure that you choose a Facilitator with the same degree of care as you would when choosing for example, a Counsellor or Psychologist, comparing the practice hours and training as a reference point. Some Facilitators come from unrelated industries with minimal or no relevant professional experience. This can create unintentional harm to the client due a lack of prior experience and training.

It is essential that the Facilitator you choose has received formal breathwork training and certification from a reputable provider. Always inquire about the Facilitator’s client screening process, their scope of practice, breathwork contraindications and adherence to ethical standards, including professional supervision, commitment to professional development, confidentiality and privacy. Trust your instincts and always seek testimonials to gauge the experience of others.

I am based in West Auckland, New Zealand. I run sessions from a beautiful mid century space, which overlooks a large private garden surrounded by bush and inhabited by native birds. Off street parking is available. Breathwork sessions can also be accommodated in your own home or location of choice. Events are run in venues throughout New Zealand. Additional travel costs and venue hire apply where applicable.

My practice is welcoming of everyone and anyone. Breathwork is an inclusive practice for clients seeking to enhance their physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing. I work with clients seeking a wide range of outcomes, including for everyday life challenges as well as clients who may have experienced complex trauma, rage, grief, addiction, homelessness, sexual adversity, and family violence.

My clients can encompass a broad spectrum of professionals, including business leaders, public servants, entrepreneurs, social workers, educators, creatives, musicians, as well as government organizations and NGOs aiming to develop leadership skills, foster wellbeing, and enhance their creative processes.

I am committed to ongoing personal and professional development through continuous learning and professional supervision. This includes having regular breathwork sessions with a qualified Breathwork Facilitator to support my ongoing wellbeing. I completed an additional Trauma Informed Facilitator Training with SomaPsych to embody my role as a Facilitator of restoration and wellness.

I continue to sit in wananga and completed Wairuatanga & Understanding and Developing Matekite with Wiremu & Lesley Niania - Wiremu Niania Cultural Therapy and Education. I regularly consult with Wairua Practitioners and continue to engage in cultural supervision.

Additionally. I attend monthly SomPsych trauma informed case conceptualisation with fellow professionals to elevate and uphold professional standards within my work. I also engage in monthly clinical supervision with a registered social worker to ensure that my work is consistent with best practices and ethical standards.

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Absolutely. Breathwork supports nervous system regulation and deep relaxation is a key element of breathwork. We cannot think our way out of an overwhelmed nervous system. It requires a gentle body based approach to work with the subconscious mind. When the body feels safe, the mind feels safe. I am additionally trained in Mental Health and Intentional Peer Support and can provide the unique option to work with you as part of an integrated mental health support plan with a multi-disciplinary team.

Of course. Due to the high demand, there is a current 4 - 6 week waiting list, Click here to apply to work with me.

Breathwork is a powerful practice and has some contraindications (a condition where a practice is not recommended). These include: Pregnancy, a family history of, have or suspect you have any medical conditions such as, but not being limited to epilepsy, some psychiatric condition/s, cardiovascular disease including angina/acute heart conditions/arrhythmia/previous heart attack, epilepsy, strokes and/or seizures, glaucoma/detached retina, severe asthma, osteoporosis, kidney disease, aneurysm of any kind/uncontrolled diabetes/thyroid condition, high blood pressure (not controlled with medication)/recent surgery, stitches or injury – particularly involving the brain, mouth, teeth, nose, throat, thyroid, immune system, lymphatic system, lungs, chest, ribs, spine, neck and/or reproductive organs/any other medical, psychiatric or physical condition/s which could impair or affect your ability to engage in any activities that involve a deep physical and/or emotional experience.

If you have mild to moderate asthma, you may participate if you bring your inhaler to the breathwork session.

Breathwork (or breath holds that can cause light-headedness) must never be practiced when driving or operating machinery.

Breathwork or breath holds must never be practiced in extreme hot or cold temperatures or in water (including bath tubs, showers, spas, pools, ocean, saunas, ice baths and any other body of water not mentioned here) or in any other place or environment where it might be dangerous to faint.

Breathwork or breath holds must never be practiced when working with sharp objects or partaking in any other potentially hazardous activity including immediately following a breathwork session. It may take some time to ground and integrate so please plan accordingly.