Trauma Informed Yoga

Mental Health Series

We are excited to announce our brand new workshop for wellness enthusiasts!

Join us for a transformative journey focused on mental health and well-being through the healing practice of yoga. Whether you’re new to yoga or a seasoned practitioner, this series is designed to help you understand the parasympathetic nervous system, lean into mindfulness practices, manage stress, anxiety, promote emotional balance and learn how asana can help you heal.

Led by solo private practice owner, therapist and trauma-informed yoga teacher, Lauren Hybza of Inspire Therapy based in Cadillac, MI. Lauren has woven her love of movement and emotion into this series to blend both professional and personal passions.

Bring a journal for reflection, comfortable clothing and a mat.

For more information and to secure your tickets visit our website below.

Hosted by Living Beyond Yoga Studio

Inspire Therapy’s Lauren Hybza and LBY’s Kelly Stiglich partner up for this healing collaboration. See the schedule below and sign up today!

When: 4/27/25, 5/4/25, 5/18/25, 6/1/25

2-3pm

Where: Living Beyond Yoga Studio

1320 South Airport Rd.

Traverse City, MI 49686

Cost: $150 for the full series, $45 for a single session

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Trauma-informed yoga is a gentle, inclusive approach to yoga that prioritizes safety, choice, and empowerment. It’s designed to support individuals who may be healing from trauma by creating a non-judgmental, supportive space and offering practices that help reconnect with the body in a safe way.

  • Not at all. Trauma-informed yoga is for everyone. While it’s especially supportive for people who have experienced trauma, it’s also a great option for anyone seeking a mindful, compassionate yoga practice.

  • No. This is not group therapy or a replacement for professional mental health support, though facilitated by a mental health professional. It’s a yoga workshop informed by principles of trauma sensitivity, focused on creating a safe space for movement, breath, and inner awareness.

  • No experience is necessary. Classes are accessible to all levels, and all movements are optional. You’re encouraged to move (or rest) in ways that feel right for you.

  • Wear comfortable clothing you can move in. Bring a yoga mat if you have one (extras are usually available), a water bottle, and anything else that helps you feel safe and comfortable (e.g., a blanket, cushion, or eye pillow).

  • No hands-on assists will be offered in trauma-informed yoga unless there is prior consent and clear communication. The focus is on your autonomy and agency in your own practice.

  • Trauma-informed yoga avoids triggering language, emphasizes choice, does not use forceful alignment cues or corrections, and is paced to allow for more self-awareness and self-regulation. It also avoids potentially activating poses unless fully supported.

    This workshop also has a psychoeducational component to it, giving students evidence-based information about the experience of trauma.