Trauma-Informed Breathwork for Child Therapists

Empower your young clients with the calming and healing power of breath.

Are you searching for innovative, effective ways to help children regulate their emotions, heal from trauma, and build resilience?

In today’s world, children face unprecedented challenges that can overwhelm their nervous systems and lead to anxiety, stress, and emotional dysregulation.

As a child therapist or youth advocate, you’re dedicated to helping them navigate these difficulties, but sometimes traditional talk therapy alone may not be enough.

Breathwork offers a gentle yet profound complementary approach to your existing therapeutic toolkit. It provides children with tangible tools to manage their emotions, calm their minds, and develop a deeper sense of self-awareness.

This comprehensive training will equip you with the knowledge and skills to confidently integrate trauma-informed breathwork into your practice.

Here's what you'll gain

  • The Science of Breath: Delve into the fascinating interplay between breath, the brain, and the nervous system. Understand how specific breathing techniques can influence emotional states, reduce stress responses, and promote healing.
  • Trauma-Informed Lens: Learn how to create a safe and supportive environment for children with trauma histories. Explore how breathwork can help them release trapped emotions, regulate their nervous systems, and develop a sense of safety within their bodies.
  • Practical Techniques: Master a diverse range of breathwork exercises tailored to children’s developmental needs and interests. Discover playful and engaging ways to introduce breathwork into your sessions.
  • Integration Strategies: Seamlessly weave breathwork into your existing therapeutic modalities, such as play therapy, CBT, or mindfulness practices. Learn how to adapt techniques for individual clients and treatment goals.

Expand Your Therapeutic Repertoire with Breathwork

Benefits for Child Therapists

Enhance your therapeutic effectiveness

Provide children with concrete tools to manage anxiety, process trauma, and improve emotional regulation.

Deepen the therapeutic relationship

Create a shared experience of calm and connection through breathwork, fostering trust and rapport.efficient way to breathe, calming your nervous system.

Increase client engagement

Introduce interactive and enjoyable practices that keep children motivated and invested in their therapy.

Address a wider range of challenges

Utilize breathwork to support children with anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, and other emotional or behavioral difficulties.

Experience personal and professional growth

Deepen your own understanding of breathwork and its transformative potential, enriching both your practice and your personal well-being.

How It Works

Learn the Science

In a 90-minute live workshop, we will dive into the science behind why breathwork is so effective for kids with anxiety, ADHD, and emotional challenges.
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Hands-On Tools & Techniques

Experience the calming effects of breathwork firsthand, deepening your understanding and building confidence to guide children through these powerful techniques.
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Integrate with Ease

Bring the power of breathwork to your therapy sessions! You'll learn practical strategies to engage children of all ages, plus get a toolkit packed with ready-to-use exercises and resources.
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About the Instructor

Stephanie Esser, MAEd. | RYT200 is a dedicated advocate for children’s well-being, bringing a unique blend of experience and expertise to her work as a certified
breathing coach and educator.

  • Experienced Educator: As a former school teacher, Stephanie has firsthand knowledge of the challenges children face in today’s world and a deep understanding of child development.
  • Certified Breathwork Expert: Stephanie has earned multiple certifications in breathwork, demonstrating her commitment to ongoing learning and mastery of various techniques.
  • Trauma-Informed Approach: She is passionate about empowering therapists with trauma-informed breathwork practices to support children’s emotional regulation and resilience.
  • Science-Backed Methods: Stephanie’s approach is grounded in the latest research on the nervous system, breathwork, and child development, ensuring safe and effective practices.
  • Practical and Accessible: She translates complex concepts into simple, easy-to-understand language and provides therapists with practical tools they can implement immediately.

Stephanie is dedicated to helping therapists like you integrate breathwork into their practice, creating a ripple effect of calm and well-being for the children they serve.

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Invest in Your Skills, Empower Your Clients

Give the children in your life the gift of calm, focus, and inner peace. Register today and unlock the transformative power of breath. Limited spots available! Register today and discover the profound impact of breathwork in your work with children.