CPD18 Yoga Therapy, Breathwork, Pranayama & the Science of Breathing
This course examines traditional pranayama, breath based meditation and yogic breathing within a culturally trauma sensitive and academically grounded framework, integrating them with contemporary research in respiratory physiology, neuroscience, psychophysiology, autonomic regulation and behavioural medicine. Participants explore how breathing affects vagal tone, interoceptive awareness, emotional processing, sleep, inflammatory response and stress physiology. The training also examines breathing biomechanics, breathing patterns, nasal function, carbon dioxide tolerance and the somatic signatures of anxiety and trauma.
The course has been developed specifically to ensure that breath-based and yoga-informed practices are translated into clinically relevant, trauma-informed skills applicable within counselling and psychotherapy contexts, rather than taught as standalone spiritual practice.
In particular, the training focuses on:
• Use of breathwork for emotional and autonomic nervous system regulation in clinical presentations such as anxiety, stress, and trauma
• Trauma-informed application of breathing practices, including safety considerations and contraindications
• Integration of breath-based interventions within counselling sessions as adjunct therapeutic tools (e.g. grounding, stabilisation, psychoeducation)
• Clear scope-of-practice guidance, clinical boundaries, and appropriate referral considerations
All content is framed within contemporary therapeutic application, with emphasis on safe, client-centred use in psychotherapy and counselling settings.
Presenters:
Celia Roberts BSc
Head Senior Yoga & Meditation Teacher
Yoga Therapist & Ayurvedic Practitioner
Director of BIYOME
Dr Nikola OGnyenovits
M.D., FRACGP, FACRRM, FAChAM (RACP)
Addiction Medicine Specialist Physician / Psychedelic Therapist
Disclaimer:
The content of this endorsed CPD course is provided by the external course provider. Attendees are encouraged to approach the material with an open mind and consider diverse perspectives, particularly those from lived experiences related to the topics discussed. For feedback regarding the course, please contact the course provider directly.