Mental Health – Trauma Sensitive Yoga

The Path to Understanding Dissociation

Dissociation is a nuanced interplay not confined to the mind—it extends to the body's reactions. Emotional turmoil can trigger physical sensations like unexplained pain, numbness, and detachment. This complex relationship between emotions and the body unravels the mysteries of dissociation, enhancing our understanding of its profound impact. Integrative practices, such as mindfulness and yoga, bridge the gap between the two realms, offering a holistic path to healing and unity. Embracing the mind-body bond, we embark on a transformative journey towards self-discovery.

By Esther van der Sande|2023-08-26T16:01:09+02:00August 22nd, 2023|Articles, Health & Wellbeing, Mental Health, Professional Development|0 Comments

Navigating Inter-Relational Trauma: A Personal Journey to Healing

Inter-relational trauma can have a profound impact on how individuals approach and interact with relationships. In some cases, it can lead to a deep-seated mistrust of others and a reluctance to form close bonds or open up emotionally. This can make it difficult to form intimate relationships and maintain long-term connections with others. Trauma can also affect one’s ability to communicate effectively with others, especially when it comes to expressing emotions or setting boundaries. Individuals who have experienced trauma may struggle to articulate their needs and emotions, leading to misunderstandings and conflict in their relationships.

By Esther van der Sande|2023-07-27T16:55:17+02:00July 25th, 2023|Article, Articles, Health & Wellbeing, Mental Health|0 Comments

Welcome to Trauma Sensitive Yoga on International Yoga Day!

Join us on Wednesday, June 21st, as we celebrate International Yoga Day with free Trauma Sensitive Yoga classes. These gentle and therapeutic sessions provide a safe space for all participants to honour their bodies and cultivate healing. See you on the mat!

By Esther van der Sande|2023-06-17T18:04:25+02:00June 16th, 2023|Articles, Mental Health, Trauma Sensitive Yoga, Yoga|0 Comments

TCTSY for Professionals: Helping Trauma Survivors Reconnect with Their Bodies

Trauma Center Trauma-Sensitive Yoga (TCTSY) is an evidence-based yoga program designed for trauma survivors. The 20-hour TCTSY training teaches mental health professionals and yoga teachers how to create a safe, non-judgmental, and empowering space for trauma survivors to practice yoga. TCTSY emphasizes invitational language, choice-making, interoception, empowerment, and trauma-informed modifications.

By Esther van der Sande|2023-05-03T21:22:24+02:00May 3rd, 2023|Articles, Mental Health, Professional Development, Trauma-Informed Yoga Foundational Training|0 Comments

A Meditation on Trauma Sensitive Yoga

A local facilitator, who's practised alongside renowned psychiatrist Bressel van der Kolk ("The Body Keeps the Score"), shares how breath and gentle movement can help us process trauma in ways that the spoken word cannot. by Jamie Korf When I experienced the worst thing that’s ever happened to me, I took it out in the gym. [...]

By Esther van der Sande|2023-04-13T11:58:49+02:00April 13th, 2023|Articles, Mental Health, Trauma Sensitive Yoga, Trauma-Informed Yoga Foundational Training, Trauma-Sensitive Yoga Training, Yoga, Yoga Therapy|0 Comments

Dissociation and Trauma, An Overview

By Esther van der Sande First of all let’s examine what dissociation is, and how can it affect you. Well, dissociation is a perfectly natural process where your mind disconnects from the world around you. In its simplest form, it’s a day dream. That lovely moment where your mind wanders off from the present, [...]

By Karen Mouton|2022-10-16T12:23:12+02:00October 16th, 2022|Article, Health & Wellbeing, Mental Health|0 Comments

Belonging – A Human Need

By Esther van der Sande In this short article we would like to stand still by the importance of belonging a human need we all need though not always feel or have been able to create this sense of belonging. What is it …, and what can we do to create a sense of [...]

By Karen Mouton|2022-08-17T13:52:06+02:00August 17th, 2022|Article, Mental Health|0 Comments

Nieuwsbrief April ’22

De Voordelen van Zelfzorg Er zijn veel voordelen verbonden aan het actief deelnemen aan (dagelijkse) zelfzorg oefeningen. Zelfzorg kan uw geestelijke en lichamelijke gezondheid in stand houden of verbeteren en speelt een belangrijke rol in een gezonde en gelukkige levensstijl. Het geeft je de innerlijke kracht om gezond te zijn zodat je de dagelijkse [...]

By Eva Reitsma|2022-04-06T18:08:35+02:00April 6th, 2022|Articles, Health & Wellbeing, Mental Health, Self-Care|0 Comments

How to Mind your Health over the Holidays

An eastern bluebird’s rusty orange chest and last remaining leaves are bright pops of color in an early snowstorm. The winter holidays are almost upon us, but it’s not a time that everyone looks forward to, especially if you’re struggling. If you‘re aware of your feelings, however, you might be able to take some [...]

By Eva Reitsma|2021-12-13T11:08:09+01:00December 13th, 2021|Article, Articles, Mental Health|0 Comments

In conversation with… Esther van der Sande talks about her vision for a trauma-informed world

By Bronwen Firth Esther van der Sande is a somatic neuro-psychotherapist (MA), yoga and trauma therapist, TCTSY-facilitator, and a faculty member at the Centre for Trauma and Embodiment at JRI Boston and trainer & supervisor of the Certification Program of TCTSY. As a faculty member of the Yoga Therapy Institute, Esther teaches the ‘Trauma-Informed [...]

By Esther van der Sande|2021-12-07T11:49:57+01:00December 7th, 2021|Articles, Health & Wellbeing, Mental Health, Self-Care, Trauma-Informed Yoga Foundational Training|0 Comments