The Benefits of Breathwork
Traditionally, the term ‘Breathwork’ was used to describe modalities that use breath as a therapeutic tool, including Rebirthing, Holotropic Breathwork & Conscious Connected Breathing. Some placed a strong emphasis on music or art, others on spirituality, while others simply let the breath be the guide.
In recent years the use of ‘Breathwork’ has expanded to all forms of conscious breathing training, including modalities like Shamanic Breathwork, Buteyko Method, Oxygen Advantage, Wim Hof Method, Biodynamic Breathwork & Vivation (several which I'm certified in).
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Today, Breathwork can be seen as the practice of consciously controlling your breath for a range of physical, mental and even spiritual outcomes, including:
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Deep relaxation
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More mental clarity
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Improved sleep
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Increased athletic performance
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Better physical health
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Healing from trauma
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And much more.​​
My Breathwork Philosophy
Breathwork, in many forms, has helped my health and wellbeing, especially my mental health, in ways that are difficult to only put into words… So I’ve made it my mission to share and teach as much as I can about Breathwork.
I want as many people as possible to learn the skills to tap into one of the most powerful ways to regulate our body & mind… our breath.
How I teach Breathwork is based on two key principles:
1. Sources not Streams
Breathwork to me is a tool box not a single implement, that's why I'm 'method agnostic' and focus on the principles not a singular method. It’s about understanding which tool is the best fit for the job and practising that technique so you can call on it when needed (It’s also about acknowledging that there can be several tools for the job).
2. Education not just Facilitation
Certain breathing techniques can have an immediate, powerful and profound impact on us, while others are far more subtle, but no less beneficial. That’s why I believe in educating on the ‘how’ and the ‘why’ and not only providing an experience (the ‘what’), so people can learn how each tool can help them.
Rachel’s experience:
"The session far exceeded my expectations... You have really opened up my world and I'm excited to further explore the potential of breathwork and its many uses."
Finding a Breathworker to Work With
When embarking on your breathwork exploration it's important to understand which breathing 'tool' is right for you (and find someone you vibe with!). That's why I recommend working with someone with:
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Deep knowledge of breathing physiology - to understand the physical, mental & emotional impacts of the breath.
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Broad breathwork experience - to offer you a variety of breathing tools, based on what you need & where you're at.
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Professional breathwork training (and transparent about their credentials) - to ensure a safe, supportive, ethical & competent working environment. View my qualifications.​​
My 1:1 Breathwork Offerings
The central focus of the breathwork I offer is to teach tools to help you relax, regulate & reconnect to yourself.
Guided Breathwork
Combining an important somatic element to conscious connected breathwork, these guided sessions combine breath, movement, sound & bodywork, creating a multi-layered healing process. Unlike other methods, there's a strong emphasis on embodiment and remaining present within the body, making it especially effective for those working through deep-seated emotional issues.
Functional Breathing
​Think of this like a PT session... for your breath. Working backward from your goal, we conduct a detailed breathing assessment, using clinically-backed tools, to understand where you’re currently at. From there we work together to create a self-guided breathwork practice to help you breath more consciously. This also serves as a solid introduction into the full coaching program.
COACHING PROGRAM
This is a personalised, collaborative & dynamic program covering cutting-edge protocols for breath, sleep, stress, resilience & self-connection. This multi-week program is designed to transform your wellbeing, from the ground up. You can expect to develop functional breathing, incorporate deep rest, optimise your sleep habits, develop powerful self-regulation skills, increase your awareness & more.