Healing Trauma Through the Body
In my work with clients, I’ve seen the profound impact of reconnecting with the body as an essential part of healing. Many of our struggles - anxiety, chronic tension, burnout - aren’t just in the mind; they’re held in the body. When we experience trauma or persistent stress, our body remembers, storing these experiences in ways that can later show up as physical or emotional challenges.
Trauma isn’t always a single big event. Often, it’s woven through our everyday lives in subtle ways - hidden in early pressures, societal expectations, and times we’ve disconnected from our true selves. Over time, our bodies hold onto these moments, and they can manifest as persistent feelings of unease, chronic conditions, or emotional struggles.
Trauma isn’t always a single big event. Often, it’s woven through our everyday lives in subtle ways - hidden in early pressures, societal expectations, and times we’ve disconnected from our true selves. Over time, our bodies hold onto these moments, and they can manifest as persistent feelings of unease, chronic conditions, or emotional struggles.
Why a Body-Based Approach?
Healing trauma isn’t just about talking or thinking differently. It begins with noticing and honouring the sensations and signals within our bodies. Most of us have learnt to tune out from physical sensations because feeling them was too painful at one time. But real healing starts when we bring awareness to our bodies in a gentle, accepting way.
Taking just a few moments each day to check in - feeling where there might be tension, noticing any physical sensations without trying to change them - can begin to ease years of disconnection. This simple practice can open the door to a more grounded, present way of being.
Taking just a few moments each day to check in - feeling where there might be tension, noticing any physical sensations without trying to change them - can begin to ease years of disconnection. This simple practice can open the door to a more grounded, present way of being.
Reconnecting With Ourselves
The modern world often pushes us to constantly achieve, to work through pain, and to prioritise productivity over well-being. This lifestyle keeps us in survival mode, but it’s not sustainable. True healing happens when we create a sense of safety, understanding, and self-compassion. Reconnecting with our bodies and acknowledging these deeply held experiences is the path to finding greater freedom and balance.
In my sessions, I guide each client into a feeling of safety in a trauma-informed way. I help clients reconnect with their bodies to be present with, process, and ease the trauma held within, using my yoga therapy techniques.
In my sessions, I guide each client into a feeling of safety in a trauma-informed way. I help clients reconnect with their bodies to be present with, process, and ease the trauma held within, using my yoga therapy techniques.
What is yoga therapy?
BODY
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ENERGY
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MIND / EMOTIONS
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SOCIAL & SPIRITUAL
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what to expect:Are you ready to make lasting positive changes to your health and happiness?
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Experience empowerment and healing from physical, mental and emotional pain through yoga therapy. |
Intake & Health Assessment:
The first step is an extensive intake process, which allows us to get to know each other, as well as gather information about your holistic health history (physical, emotional, mental and spiritual). We will also complete a structural assessment, check vital signs, identify your Ayurvedic constitution, assess your breathing patterns, and discuss your health goals.
Intake and assessment: 90 minutes | $140 NZD.
(International clients: we accept Paypal)
The first step is an extensive intake process, which allows us to get to know each other, as well as gather information about your holistic health history (physical, emotional, mental and spiritual). We will also complete a structural assessment, check vital signs, identify your Ayurvedic constitution, assess your breathing patterns, and discuss your health goals.
Intake and assessment: 90 minutes | $140 NZD.
(International clients: we accept Paypal)
Private Yoga Therapy Sessions:
We will then work together over an agreed period of time to create a customised practise for you. These sessions will take into consideration your needs, preferences and experiences in response to the tools we introduce. Homework and guided meditations may also be provided.
Each session will focus on addressing all levels of health and well-being, using the eight limbs of yoga: postures (asana), breath retraining and breathing techniques (pranayama and buteyko breathing method), mindfulness (pratyahara and dharana), trauma-informed practises, and guided meditation (dhyana), all tailored to your unique needs. Lifestyle practises (yamas & niyamas) will also be woven throughout our work together. All leading you to your own inner wholeness (samadhi).
Private Yoga Therapy Session: 1 hour 15 minutes $140 NZD
(International clients: we accept Paypal)
We will then work together over an agreed period of time to create a customised practise for you. These sessions will take into consideration your needs, preferences and experiences in response to the tools we introduce. Homework and guided meditations may also be provided.
Each session will focus on addressing all levels of health and well-being, using the eight limbs of yoga: postures (asana), breath retraining and breathing techniques (pranayama and buteyko breathing method), mindfulness (pratyahara and dharana), trauma-informed practises, and guided meditation (dhyana), all tailored to your unique needs. Lifestyle practises (yamas & niyamas) will also be woven throughout our work together. All leading you to your own inner wholeness (samadhi).
Private Yoga Therapy Session: 1 hour 15 minutes $140 NZD
(International clients: we accept Paypal)
Self-guided Program:
Don't have the time to meet with us regularly? Some clients prefer to meet with us for an initial consultation and receive a self-guided yoga therapy program they can do themselves from anywhere at any time. Click here to find out more about our self-guided programs.
Don't have the time to meet with us regularly? Some clients prefer to meet with us for an initial consultation and receive a self-guided yoga therapy program they can do themselves from anywhere at any time. Click here to find out more about our self-guided programs.
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LocationS:We currently operate from Auckland's North Shore: Glenfield, Northcote, Kumeu and Remuera in Auckland. Breathing specialist consultations are also available online via Zoom and Skype.
Northcote
Revolution Chiropractic: 46 Lake Road, Northcote, Auckland Birkdale
Birkdale House: 134 Birkdale Road, Birkdale, Auckland Ellerslie
Fillan Healthcare, 101 Main Highway, Ellerslie, Auckland |
“Working with Danika has been a life changing experience. I have been through years of talk therapy but never connected with my body like this before. Danika’s gentle and intuitive approach helped me learn how to be with my emotions in a safe way. She knew when to ease off and when I could handle a bit more and we went slowly making sure I felt safe with each step. Thanks to her guidance I am now in such a better place and my frequent panic attacks have stopped happening, the breathing work we have done has made a huge difference. I can’t recommend her enough.”
Anonymous, Hamilton, NZ
Anonymous, Hamilton, NZ
"I tell my friends that seeing you is like going on a retreat, but having an all in one place for body, mind and emotional healing. You always intuitively know what I need when I come through the door. Even with all the stress I’ve been through lately from the cyclone during our session today I felt completely relaxed like I was levitating."
Brenna, Auckland
Brenna, Auckland
"Danika is the best practitioner who I have ever worked with. I was diagnosed with glioblastoma almost a year and a half ago and had an awake brain surgery and radiotherapy and chemotherapy. My whole central nervous system needed gentle work even for the most simple movements. Danika is very careful that I fill my movements with tenderness and understanding as time is key to healing myself. Part of what really helps in this journey is a guided meditation which makes me feel very secure and part of the presence. This was difficult in the past, because I did different only aerobic yoga but didn’t understand the importance of the being in the present. After working with Danika I feel physically and emotionally stronger. Our sessions are such a lovely time of my week. Many thanks to Danika and I would recommend her to anyone."
Sandra, Ireland, UK
Sandra, Ireland, UK
"Finding Danika has been a real gift. I was new to yoga when I searched for a place to start and now I feel what I get from our sessions is invaluable. Each practice is healing and empowering in an environment that's professional, empathetic and caring. She seems to be able to effortlessly tune in to what I need, be it movement, stillness, focus or calm. I am very grateful to have met her and to be able to benefit from her vast experience and learning. Danika is one of those wonderful people that makes a difference. 🙏🧘♀️"
Sue, Auckland
Sue, Auckland
Anxiety DIABETES Back Pain CANCER Arthritis joints PAIN immobility FIBROMYALGIA thoracic inlet Menopause STROKE muscles STRESS autoimmune disease ASTHMA Infertility irritable bowel syndrome Hashimoto's Thyroiditis DEPRESSION Hypertension Dysautonomia chronic fatigue Pregnancy Cardiac Rehab Knees Parkinson's Insulin Resistance PMS Long Covid
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Birkenhead and Birkdale, North Shore, Auckland, New Zealand | International Yoga Therapy
Birkenhead and Birkdale, North Shore, Auckland, New Zealand | International Yoga Therapy