Kathleen O'Connell MSW, RSW; CYT
About Me
I am a certified yoga teacher, meditation instructor, social worker, and therapist. My thirty-year passion for yoga and mindfulness meditation practices includes the study of Hatha, Ashtanga, Restorative, Trauma-Sensitive Yoga, Yoga for Seniors, and Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR).
Philosophy
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I view yoga as a resource that can foster individual and community well-being. Yoga is rooted in ancient wisdom traditions, practiced in India now applied widely in many different ways. In my classes, I incorporate yoga, mindfulness practices, movement, expression, and fun to support physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual well-being. I strive to create an environment of respect and inclusion, where classes are accessible for diverse ages, bodies and abilities.
As a therapist I am interested in the mind-body connection and the benefits of yoga and mindfulness for anxiety, depression, trauma, awareness, and social justice.
Experience
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I have had the pleasure of teaching yoga and meditation in a variety of community and health care organizations in the GTA that serve youth, adults and seniors, including LGBTQ youth and seniors. I teach privately to groups and to individuals and enjoy the challenge and ethical commitment to modify yoga in ways that make it more accessible for individuals.
