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Testimonials
Gry
Artist, Denmark
"This course was very helpful. I deeply enjoyed following Deniz' guidance, and I find her way of teaching wise and effective. I took the classes during a time when I felt a bit fragile, and her gentle guiding was such a help, simply as a presence there, along with the smooth bodily connection, addressing the tension from such a balanced angle. Thank you ❤️"
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Jessica
PhD & Relationship Coach
"A much-needed clear head and wise, grounded female voice - a delight for both brain and body. Deniz’s clear, grounded, and wise voice is a tonic - a golden thread of hope - in a world shaken by spiritual bypassing, fear, and uncertainty.
She lovingly yet firmly integrates the shadow and the light in this beautiful, embodied approach to healing some of our deepest sufferings.
For anyone looking for a smart, well-explained approach to depression and anxiety that de-mystifies somatic and spiritual work while also being grounded in the reality of our human experience and our connection with the earth, this is your book. Deniz is a noteworthy teacher to follow!"
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Nina
Yoga Teacher & Studio Owner, Belgium
What a great book! It's for sure written by someone who knows what struggling with life is. This book is a guide and a teacher. I recommend this book to anyone who struggles with the purpose of life, who is feeling depressed or afraid of doing what feels good. I also recommend this book to yoga teachers who want to support their students in a deeper yogic way.
Alexa
Yoga Therapist & Clinical Social Work Student
"This book exceeded any expectations I could have had. As someone who has suffered from depression in the past and turned toward yoga in emerging adulthood to address some of the pain that was arising, I can only imagine how supportive this book would have been at the time. Overall, I haven't seen anything like this in the realm of spirituality and psychology. It's a book, workbook, journey, and map for connecting with the self. Will read again and definitely recommend ☺️"
Saskia
Physiotherapist, Belgium
"I am so happy that I took this course and read Deniz' book! I got so much more knowledge and new insights about depression and anxiety. The sequences and exercises are very accessible and so enjoyable! I've been applying the practices with my patients---I'm a physiotherapist---and I notice that they help my patients on a deeper level. So I can definitely recommend this course and book to anyone who works with patients."
Anna
Psychologist, Czech Republic
"I really love the gentle way with which Deniz guides you through the classes and the exercises were just perfect. I did the first class before going to bed and I had such a good sleep and woke up with a complete feeling of deep relaxation. Thank you so much for that!"
Pia
Yoga Teacher, Austria
"Thank you!!! I am super interested in working with the mind and emotions through Yoga and will definitely use it in my own work. But also for myself: I have always struggled with depression and the whole covid situation made it worse and I've been experiencing high levels of anxiety. Your course and book have helped me understand whats going on and how I can tailor my Yoga practice according to my symptoms. Thank you."
Valerie
Yoga Teacher & Studio Owner, Belgium
"I love Deniz's courses! Nice image quality, beautiful voice, perfect for highly sensitive people like me. In admiration of her work!"
Anne-Marie
Retired Physiotherapist, France
"I love starting my day with one of Deniz' yoga classes. She teaches yoga with kindness, compassion, and respect for each student. The classes are suitable for everyone and are taught with clarity, precision, and professionalism, but also with calmness, softness, and love. Thank you!"
Ellen
Yoga Teacher, UK
"I’m so very grateful. I loved the course and it has inspired me to go further into Therapeutic Yoga."
Gry
Artist, Denmark
"This course was very helpful. I deeply enjoyed following Deniz' guidance, and I find her way of teaching wise and effective. I took the classes during a time when I felt a bit fragile, and her gentle guiding was such a help, simply as a presence there, along with the smooth bodily connection, addressing the tension from such a balanced angle. Thank you ❤️"
Jessica
PhD & Relationship Coach
"A much-needed clear head and wise, grounded female voice - a delight for both brain and body. Deniz’s clear, grounded, and wise voice is a tonic - a golden thread of hope - in a world shaken by spiritual bypassing, fear, and uncertainty.
She lovingly yet firmly integrates the shadow and the light in this beautiful, embodied approach to healing some of our deepest sufferings.
For anyone looking for a smart, well-explained approach to depression and anxiety that de-mystifies somatic and spiritual work while also being grounded in the reality of our human experience and our connection with the earth, this is your book. Deniz is a noteworthy teacher to follow!"
Nina
Yoga Teacher & Studio Owner, Belgium
What a great book! It's for sure written by someone who knows what struggling with life is. This book is a guide and a teacher. I recommend this book to anyone who struggles with the purpose of life, who is feeling depressed or afraid of doing what feels good. I also recommend this book to yoga teachers who want to support their students in a deeper yogic way.
Alexa
Yoga Therapist & Clinical Social Work Student
"This book exceeded any expectations I could have had. As someone who has suffered from depression in the past and turned toward yoga in emerging adulthood to address some of the pain that was arising, I can only imagine how supportive this book would have been at the time. Overall, I haven't seen anything like this in the realm of spirituality and psychology. It's a book, workbook, journey, and map for connecting with the self. Will read again and definitely recommend ☺️"
Saskia
Physiotherapist, Belgium
"I am so happy that I took this course and read Deniz' book! I got so much more knowledge and new insights about depression and anxiety. The sequences and exercises are very accessible and so enjoyable! I've been applying the practices with my patients---I'm a physiotherapist---and I notice that they help my patients on a deeper level. So I can definitely recommend this course and book to anyone who works with patients."
Anna
Psychologist, Czech Republic
"I really love the gentle way with which Deniz guides you through the classes and the exercises were just perfect. I did the first class before going to bed and I had such a good sleep and woke up with a complete feeling of deep relaxation. Thank you so much for that!"
Pia
Yoga Teacher, Austria
"Thank you!!! I am super interested in working with the mind and emotions through Yoga and will definitely use it in my own work. But also for myself: I have always struggled with depression and the whole covid situation made it worse and I've been experiencing high levels of anxiety. Your course and book have helped me understand whats going on and how I can tailor my Yoga practice according to my symptoms. Thank you."
Valerie
Yoga Teacher & Studio Owner, Belgium
"I love Deniz's courses! Nice image quality, beautiful voice, perfect for highly sensitive people like me. In admiration of her work!"
Anne-Marie
Retired Physiotherapist, France
"I love starting my day with one of Deniz' yoga classes. She teaches yoga with kindness, compassion, and respect for each student. The classes are suitable for everyone and are taught with clarity, precision, and professionalism, but also with calmness, softness, and love. Thank you!"
Ellen
Yoga Teacher, UK
"I’m so very grateful. I loved the course and it has inspired me to go further into Therapeutic Yoga."
Gry
Artist, Denmark
"This course was very helpful. I deeply enjoyed following Deniz' guidance, and I find her way of teaching wise and effective. I took the classes during a time when I felt a bit fragile, and her gentle guiding was such a help, simply as a presence there, along with the smooth bodily connection, addressing the tension from such a balanced angle. Thank you ❤️"
Jessica
PhD & Relationship Coach
"A much-needed clear head and wise, grounded female voice - a delight for both brain and body. Deniz’s clear, grounded, and wise voice is a tonic - a golden thread of hope - in a world shaken by spiritual bypassing, fear, and uncertainty.
She lovingly yet firmly integrates the shadow and the light in this beautiful, embodied approach to healing some of our deepest sufferings.
For anyone looking for a smart, well-explained approach to depression and anxiety that de-mystifies somatic and spiritual work while also being grounded in the reality of our human experience and our connection with the earth, this is your book. Deniz is a noteworthy teacher to follow!"
Nina
Yoga Teacher & Studio Owner, Belgium
What a great book! It's for sure written by someone who knows what struggling with life is. This book is a guide and a teacher. I recommend this book to anyone who struggles with the purpose of life, who is feeling depressed or afraid of doing what feels good. I also recommend this book to yoga teachers who want to support their students in a deeper yogic way.
Alexa
Yoga Therapist & Clinical Social Work Student
"This book exceeded any expectations I could have had. As someone who has suffered from depression in the past and turned toward yoga in emerging adulthood to address some of the pain that was arising, I can only imagine how supportive this book would have been at the time. Overall, I haven't seen anything like this in the realm of spirituality and psychology. It's a book, workbook, journey, and map for connecting with the self. Will read again and definitely recommend ☺️"
Hi, I'm Deniz
I’m a therapeutic yoga teacher and criminologist and I specialize in yoga and somatics for mental health.
I’m the creator of Somatic Yoga for Mental Health, founder of the 100h Somatic Yoga for Mental Health Teacher Training Program, and author of Messages from the Deep: Calm Anxiety & Lift Depression with Yoga and the Elements.
Aside from my body-oriented therapeutic work, I work in the forensic mental health field. As the COSA coördinator for Brussels, I organize, lead, and provide training on Circles of Support and Accountability.
You can read more about my credentials here.
Yoga Teacher Support Groups
Are you a yoga teacher and would you like to connect with like-minded teachers all over the world? We run 2 monthly support groups.
Mental Health Support Circle. This support group is for yoga teachers to support each other through their personal challenges. If you struggle with anxiety, burnout, depression, stress, or anything else and would like to be part of a supportive and warm network of yoga teachers, join our meetings.
Intervision Group. This support group is for yoga teachers who specialize in yoga for mental health. It's the perfect place to bounce ideas off each other, ask for input and advice, and discuss challenges with students and clients. To join this group, you need to have graduated from a Somatic Yoga for Mental Teacher Training program (at least 20h), or be a certified yoga therapist.
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