Emotion Aid® – first aid in severe and chronic stress

EmotionAid® is a method developed at the International Trauma Healing Institute of Israel (ITI Israel). The effectiveness of the tool has been proven by scientific research. EmotionAid® is used to treat the effects of stress, as well as to prevent stress accumulation, professional burnout or compassion fatigue. The method allows to influence the ANS (autonomic nervous system) in a gentle but significant way. It helps to regulate even very high levels of stress – either related to a sudden experience and shock reaction, or a chronic type of neuronal tension that tends to accumulate from day to day.

EmotionAid® is based on Somatic Experiencing® . EmotionAid® sessions are divided into 5 stages (5 steps), their synergistic effect leads to the discharge of tension in the nervous system and stabilization. The result is balance, presence in the moment and significant tension-relief (emotional, mental, physical). The method takes into account the Triune Brain Theory  (P. MacLean, D. Siegel) and the Polyvagal Theory principles (S. Porges). It is not a therapy but a tool to help relieve the tension acumulated in the ANS and therefore facilitate wellbeing, better focus, access to resources, calmness, focus, feeling of hope and agency.

I supervise my work.

“Anyone. Anywhere. Anytime.” – this is the EmotionAid® claim which reflects well accessibility and effectiveness of the method.

Please find out more here: EmotionAid® – website

Polyvagal Theory – stress and the neurobiology of safety

The Polyvagal Theory (from Latin – nervus vagus – the vagus nerve) is an important element of my work . The Theory was developed and presented (in 1996) by Dr. Stephen W. Porges. What is it? In short, it is a model of the functioning of the autonomic nervous system (ANS).

In 2021, I completed the training “Applied Polyvagal Theory in Therapeutic Yoga”, as well as “Polyvagal Theory: Assumptions and Practice”. This and the EmotionAid® training allowed me to start a completely new chapter in my work – both as a yoga teacher and a bodyworker. The principles of Polyvagal Theory gave me a new perspective and framework, but also enabled me to become a better person. I implemented them in my life, experiencing wonderful changes. Therefore, the “nervous system” and neurobiology became my main focus, and a fundamental part of my mission. Thanks to it – I work in a way that facilitates effective, deep and organic change.

In 2022, I translated courses: “Polyvagal Theory: Assumptions and Practice” and “Application of Polyvagal Theory in Yoga” (by Dr. A. Schwartz) for the Polyvagal Institute and recorded a voice over for the yoga practice of the latter.

Lifelong Learning

Lifelong Learning is my philosophy. I regularly expand my competences to help more effectively. I completed two workshop modules on “Basic techniques in craniosacral therapy” at the Poznań School of Craniosacral Therapy with Barbara Kostrzewa, as well as an introductory workshop to the Trauma Sensitive Yoga with Carolina Const (Punkjoginka – TCTSY certified teacher). I participated in numerous workshops led by Mateusz Stańczak (Yoga and Physiotherapy, Poznań), Anatomy Trains webinars, e.g. Zoga Movement, autotherapy techniques – myofascial self-massage and neurovascular release – safe for use in physical activities. I also learned from teachers of the B.K.S. method. Iyengar, e.g. Bodzia Matulaniec (“Restorative Yoga”). I truly enjoy sharing the knowledge and empower people on their journey to health and self-realization.