In this episode, Jiordana Saade sits down with Cassie, a trauma-informed yoga therapist, to explore the profound connection between somatics, healing, and the body.
Cassie shares her personal journey through trauma, her work in anti-human trafficking, and how yoga became a pivotal tool for healing. Together, we discuss the difference between yoga and yoga therapy, the power of creating safe spaces for trauma survivors, and how offering choice in movement can foster deep emotional release.
This conversation is a must-watch for anyone interested in mind-body healing, trauma-informed practices, or finding harmony within their body.
About Cassie:
- Military upbringing and the impact of her mother’s deployment
- Overcoming early struggles with loneliness and self-soothing through unhealthy habits
- Discovering yoga as a key part of her healing journey- Founding a not-for-profit to bring yoga to shelters and food banks
- Transitioning to counselling to further integrate mind-body trauma healing
Key Topics:
- What is trauma-informed yoga, and how does it help?
- The role of choice and safety in trauma recovery
- Empowering survivors to reconnect with their bodies
Find Cassie:
- On Instagram, @cassieconnoryogatherapy
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