Get familiar with breathwork
What is breathwork?
Breathwork is a practice that uses conscious breathing to support physical, mental and emotional well being. By working with the breath, you can influence your nervous system and create more balance, stability and awareness in the body.
Is the practice safe for all?
Gentle breathing exercises for everyday regulation are suitable for most people.
However, more intensive or transformative breathwork is not recommended without prior clarification if certain conditions are present.
If you are pregnant, have a known heart or cardiovascular condition, experience epilepsy or seizures, have glaucoma or a detached retina, suffer from severe asthma or respiratory conditions, have a history of aneurysm, stroke or recent surgery, or are currently dealing with severe or unmanaged mental health conditions, breathwork should only be practised after consulting with your doctor.
If you are unsure whether breathwork is appropriate for you, or if any of the above applies to you, please reach out to me before booking. We can talk through your situation together and explore whether a gentler approach is suitable, or whether another form of support would be more appropriate for you at this time.
What should I expect during a session?
Every session is different. Some people feel deeply relaxed, others experience emotional release, physical sensations, clarity or insight. There is no right or wrong experience. Sometimes the effects are subtle and unfold over time.
Do I need previous experience?
No. Breathwork is accessible to everyone. All sessions are guided and adapted to your experience, needs and capacity. You are always invited to go at your own pace and listen to your body.
Can breathwork help with stress or anxiety?
Yes. Many breathing practices are specifically used to support nervous system regulation and stress recovery. Research and clinical experience show positive effects for anxiety, stress awareness and emotional balance.
Can breathwork support trauma healing?
Breathwork can be supportive for trauma processing when it is approached in a trauma aware and well paced way. Not all styles are appropriate for everyone. In my work, breathwork is offered with care, choice and respect for individual capacity. You are never pushed beyond what feels safe for your system.
How often should I practice breathwork?
This depends on your intention. Gentle breathing exercises can be practised regularly, even daily, as part of everyday self regulation. More intensive breathwork sessions usually benefit from more space and integration and are done less frequently.
What if I feel overwhelmed during a session?
You are always in control. You can slow down, pause, change your breathing or return to natural breath at any time. Guidance and support are available throughout the session. Listening to your body is an essential part of the practice.
Is breathwork a replacement for therapy or medical treatment?
No. Breathwork is a complementary practice that supports awareness and regulation, but it does not replace medical or therapeutic care. If you are under medical or psychological treatment, breathwork should be discussed as an additional support.
What sensations can happen during breathwork? Why could I feel tingling or cramping in my hands?
During breathwork, a wide range of physical sensations can occur. Some people feel relaxation or warmth, others experience tingling, vibrations, or temporary cramping in the hands, feet, or around the mouth. This is sometimes referred to as “claw hands” or tetany.
These sensations are a normal and temporary physiological response to changes in breathing. During deeper or more active breathing, carbon dioxide levels in the body can shift. This influences blood pH and the availability of calcium to the nerves and muscles, which can make them temporarily more excitable. The result can be tingling, numbness, or involuntary muscle contraction.
While these sensations can feel intense or unfamiliar, they are not dangerous and usually resolve on their own once the breathing slows or returns to a natural rhythm. You are always invited to pause, soften the breath, or return to normal breathing if something feels overwhelming.
In facilitated sessions, these responses are explained in advance and supported with guidance and choice. The focus is always on staying within your personal capacity and sense of safety.
Can I attend a session online?
At the moment, sessions are offered in person only