Contraindications
This work is powerful. It can open deep layers of the body, the breath, and the unconscious - and because of that, your safety and wellbeing will always come before anything else.
My spaces are inclusive and welcoming of every identity and lived experience. But they must also be safe, regulated, and trauma-informed.
The Somatic Immersion Journey can evoke strong physical, emotional, and energetic releases. For that reason, and to honour your safety, please take a moment to read through the contraindications. You cannot take part if any of the contraindications apply to you.
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Neurological & Cardiovascular
Epilepsy or any seizure disorder
History of stroke (CVA) or TIA
Detached retina or glaucoma
Uncontrolled high blood pressure
Cardiovascular conditions (including previous heart attack, arrhythmia, heart failure)
Aneurysms (personal or immediate family history)
Use of prescribed blood thinners
Implanted cardiac or neurological devices (e.g., pacemaker, neurostimulator)
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Severe or unmanaged mental health conditions (bipolar, schizophrenia, psychosis, OCD, paranoia, dissociative disorders, etc.)
Severe anxiety or PTSD without professional support
Psychiatric hospitalisation or acute emotional crisis within the past 10 years
Active withdrawal from alcohol, benzodiazepines, opioids, or other substances
Very low impulse control
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Addison’s disease
Chronic respiratory conditions (COPD-II / COPD-III)
Unstable diabetes (especially Type 1)
Severe autoimmune or inflammatory illness (Lupus, MS, Rheumatoid Arthritis, advanced Fibromyalgia)
Terminal illness or any condition that is medically decompensated
Active cancer treatment or advanced-stage cancer
(If you’re in remission, please speak to your doctor before attending.)
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Active viral illness or acute somatic condition
Severe adrenal fatigue or CFS/ME
Osteoporosis or any unhealed injury
Severe chronic pain that limits mobility
Major surgery within the past 6 months
(especially abdominal, cardiac, or neurological)
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Pregnancy: unfortunately, this journey is not suitable during pregnancy.
Substances: you must not attend under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or psychedelics (including within the last 24 hours).
Fasting: extended fasting (over 24 hours) is contraindicated.
Asthma: you are welcome to join, but please bring your prescribed inhaler.