1:1 sessions for children and young people can be transformative.
My therapeutic sessions are tailored to the child - no fixing required! An opportunity for them to be as they are, no demands or expectations. A space to explore, and build trusting relationships.
"My son started yoga with Debs last year. I was aware of the Yoga for Additional Needs classes that Deborah had run but he wasn't comfortable in larger, busy groups of children and so she comes to our house.
To begin with he was a little anxious and unwilling to try some of the yoga poses and activities Deborah suggested.
He always wanted me to stay in the room and join in or do it first so he could watch. It took a little while, but she built his trust through her patient, encouraging and friendly presence and got him joining in. He then began focussing more and being less distracted.
His sessions are after school and so he can sometimes be tired and Deborah is very good at reading his emotions and knowing when not to push him and go with what he wants to do on the day. If he's distracted with toys or something else she will usually find a way of talking about that, turning it into a yoga pose or making another game out of it to incorporate his interests into the session.
Deborah always tells me what she's done with Oliver, how it went, what he enjoyed and was less keen on and when he's had enough he is very happy to tell her he's done and it's time for her to go home!
Deborah also gives advice on anything I ask about or that the OT has raised.
My son now loves the session and looks forward to it every week and has even taught some of his class some poses in their yoga in PE. I believe it has given him confidence, is building strength and gross motor skills and now he is very comfortable with Deborah we have also been able to attend some group sessions, which is helping his social skills too."
Contact me for availability and pricing.
I am registered on the therapeutic services provider list for Yorkshire and Humber.
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Collaboration is key in our world. enjoying a matcha @paria_caf with Kristen of @neurostarsuk chatting ideas about supporting young people and their families with daily challenges. Bringing coaching, yoga and mindfulness together.
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So looking forward to starting the Trauma Informed Yoga Training this wknd. Some intro reading to get me started
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Some dates for your diary lovely people and some new classes to share with your networks please:
Fri 30 Jan - Coffee Club at Heather Yoga after morning flow 10.30am (please note this is my only studio class I do and you can join online).
Sat 31 Jan - winter mini retreat at Heather Yoga 3-6pm with option for dinner after - early bird finishes 10 Jan (that's this Saturday). Book via Heather Yoga please.
My NEW Compassionate Rest Mini Retreat Sat 28 Feb 2.30-5.30pm at Wellnest, Kirkstall - book through me please.
NEW kids classes Thursdays 5.45pm at @loveyogaleeds - book via their website - loveyogaleeds.com/.
NEW Yoga and Relaxation for Teens Wednesdays 6pm at @tribeheadingley - book via their website tribeheadingley.co.uk/timetable-and-events/.
NEW Wellbeing for Parents/Carers of children with additional needs Wednesdays 11.15am at Body Mind Agency, Chapel Allerton - book through me & first class free.
Online yin wind down Tuesdays 8.30pm via The Wee Retreat - book via their website www.theweeretreat.co.uk/online-classes/ (drop ins and monthly subscriptions available).
Hope to see you soon and thank you for sharing and being part of my community 🙏
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