Yoga Beyond the Spectrum

In this episode, I talk about why rest is important. Truth is, I'm kinda burnt out and I need more space. Your next steps: Stay subscribed so you'll be notified when we resume Visit the website so that you can hop on our email list to stay in the loop while we're away Stay connected! There's a lot happening behind the scenes Schedule your free consultation call with me by clicking here. Instagram:...

The word dysregulation is everywhere right now… on social media, in therapy spaces, in social conversations but it’s often misunderstood. Too often, it gets used in a way that feels like blaming or shaming, especially for neurodivergent people, trauma survivors, and caregivers who are already doing their best. In this episode, I talk about why this matters to you and how misunderstanding dysregula...

Have you ever wondered why your body reacts the way it does during overwhelm, shutdown, or emotional reactivity, even when you’re doing “all the right things”? In this episode of Yoga Beyond the Spectrum, we gently reframe a powerful truth: you’re not failing... your nervous system is doing its job. Designed for parents, caregivers, trauma survivors, and neurodivergent adults, this episode explore...

In this episode, I am interviewing Francesca Cervero, a powerhouse in the yoga community. Francesca Cervero has been a full time yoga and meditation teacher since 2005 and offers private and group yoga classes as well as yoga teacher mentoring and education. Francesca combines deep spiritual teachings with the latest in movement science and rehab research, all in a fun, breath-based movement pract...

As we close out the year 2025, this episode offers a gentle pause, an invitation to reflect, soften, and reconnect with self and source. In this episode, we explore gratitude not as forced positivity or spiritual bypassing, but as a grounded, nervous-system-supportive practice especially during seasons of uncertainty, transition, and emotional overwhelm. Through the lens of trauma-informed yoga an...

In this deeply personal episode, I reflect on the one-year anniversary of tearing my meniscus at six months pregnant. This was a moment that changed my perspective, my business, and my understanding of true community. I share why community matters for trauma survivors and neurodivergent individuals, what 2026 will look like as I commit to visibility and more intentional connection, and how my memb...

In this episode, I break down our values and the heart of Zen Aromas & Wellness through the ABCs — Ahimsa, Balance, and Choice. You’ll learn how I support individuals and through trauma-informed yoga, mindfulness, and holistic self-care practices designed to regulate the nervous system. At the end of this episode, you'll find journal prompts to reflect on. This short, grounding episode gives y...

In this episode, I’m opening up about my personal healing journey as a mother of an autistic child and how navigating hospital stays, stress, and vicarious trauma led me to yoga. Through breathwork, gentle movement, and mindfulness, I discovered a pathway to regulate my own nervous system and, in turn, to support my neurodivergent child. I share how small, mindful practices became powerful tools f...

In this episode we explore what trauma-informed yoga really means and why it’s such an important practice for all types of minds and bodies. You’ll learn how trauma-informed yoga differs from traditional yoga, how it supports nervous system regulation, and why creating safety and choice on the mat matters. This episode will help you see yoga through a more mindful, healing lens. If you’re a yoga t...

Feeling drained, overstimulated, or emotionally exhausted? This episode is for you. Here we will explore how mindful movement and restorative yoga can help you recover from burnout and sensory overload. We’ll discuss: What burnout and overstimulation really are from a nervous system perspective How yoga supports emotional and sensory regulation Gentle restorative poses to release tension and recon...

In this episode we explore how yoga can be a supportive tool for those navigating burnout and overstimulation. If you're feeling weighed down by the demands of daily life, you’ll find gentle, trauma-informed ways to help regulate your nervous system, release tension, and create space for rest and recovery. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: • The signs of burnout and overstimulation, and how they...

Stillness isn’t the only path to mindfulness, especially for trauma survivors and neurodivergent people. In this episode, we explore movement-based practices that nurture presence without forcing you to sit perfectly still. Together, we will discover gentle ways to connect with your body, regulate your nervous system, and bring mindfulness into everyday life. What You’ll Learn in This Episode • Wh...

In this episode of Yoga Beyond the Spectrum, we explore the power of the breath as a gentle anchor that helps us reconnect with our bodies and create a sense of safety within. For trauma survivors and neurodivergent individuals, the body can sometimes feel like an overwhelming place. Through mindful breathing, we can begin to reclaim our relationship with ourselves. I’ll guide you through how the...

In this episode, I open up about one of the biggest milestones in my parenting journey, sending my autistic Covid baby off to kindergarten. This transition is deeply emotional, not only because of the challenges and uncertainties of the pandemic years, but also because of the intentional ways we’ve been preparing for this moment. I share the small but meaningful steps we’ve taken to prepare… build...

Overstimulated by bright lights, loud music, or fast-paced yoga classes? In this episode, we explore sensory-friendly yoga, a gentle, adaptable approach designed for neurodivergent individuals, trauma survivors, and anyone seeking a calmer practice. We're talking about what sensory-friendly yoga is, why it matters, and how to create a practice that actually works for you. You'll Learn: Why underst...

Yep, we’re doing it, we’re talking about it. We’re exploring the healing power of somatic movement, what it is, why it matters, and how it supports trauma recovery and sensory regulation, especially for neurodivergent individuals and trauma survivors. You’ll learn why gentle, intentional movement can be used as a form of medicine to reconnect with your body, regulate your nervous system, and suppo...

Let’s talk about the nervous system and how it impacts emotional regulation. You’ll learn: The basics of the nervous system and why it matters for your mental and physical health How dysregulation shows up in everyday life The role yoga plays in helping us return to a grounded, safe state Practical, trauma-informed yoga and mindfulness tools you can begin using today Whether you’re a parent, a yog...

Episode Summary: In this episode of Yoga Beyond the Spectrum, we dive deep into the connection between trauma and neurodivergence, and why it’s crucial to understand both when creating healing spaces. Many neurodivergent individuals experience trauma differently, and often more intensely, than what’s typically recognized in mainstream care. You’ll walk away with compassionate insight and tangible...

In this heartfelt episode of Yoga Beyond the Spectrum, I’m joined by my partner and my children’s father, Chris, for a raw and honest conversation about our journey as autism parents. Together, we open up about raising both neurodivergent and neurotypical children, navigating the joys and challenges of parenting on the spectrum, and how we support each other as a parenting team. We share personal...

In this episode of Yoga Beyond the Spectrum , we explore why many traditional yoga classes can feel unsafe, overstimulating, and exclusionary, especially for trauma survivors and neurodivergent individuals. Iesha, a trauma-informed yoga teacher, breaks down how mainstream yoga often prioritizes physical performance, perfection, and fast-paced flows over genuine connection and self-awareness. We’ll...

Hello Zen warriors. You’ve landed on Yoga Beyond the Spectrum, the podcast where healing meets neurodiversity or trauma, and mindfulness is made for real life and real people. I’m your host, Iesha, a somatic trauma-informed yoga teacher, wellness advocate, and autism mom on a mission to make yoga and nervous system support radically accessible. If you’re a trauma survivor, a neurodivergent individ...