Teaching Trauma Sensitive Yoga [Medium.com]

Samantha Sangenito 2/11/154:00 AM

In my work at a rape crisis center I have spoken to many rape survivors that credit yoga to help manage their symptoms of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).

I’ve also spoken to many who felt that their yoga teachers were not prepared to handle the needs of those suffering from PTSD and might unintentionally cause harm or distress.

Whether you are teaching a basic restorative class or a power flow class here are some things to always keep in mind to make your space a safe, welcoming, and a healing place for all...

[For more of this story, written by Panayiota Bertzikis, go to https://medium.com/@panayiotab...ve-yoga-c6b52bda503d]

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