Why I Guide This Work
Because I know what it’s like to feel disconnected—from your body, your truth, and your sense of self.
Because I believe our breath is the bridge to our subconscious.
Because I’ve watched people who once lived in survival mode soften into trust, expression, and aliveness.
Meet Katia
I am an Advanced BBTRS Trauma-Trained Practitioner (560+ hours certified) and a certified yoga and pranayama teacher based in NYC, offering somatic breathwork experiences rooted in nervous system regulation and emotional integration. BBTRS (Biodynamic Breathwork & Trauma Release System) is a trauma-informed modality designed to support release, restore balance, and guide individuals back to the wisdom held within the body.
In addition to guiding weekly classes at Reforesters Studio in NYC, I’ve had the privilege of bringing my work into some of New York’s most thoughtful and influential spaces. This includes Google’s New York headquarters, The Ned Nomad, Casa Cipriani, Kiehl’s Flagship, Anima Mundi, Arlo Soho Hotel, and SAA Brooklyn—properties and brands that value depth, presence, and meaningful human experience.
Seven years ago, I was diagnosed with pre-cancerous cells, a moment that forced me to confront just how much I had been repressing emotions I hadn’t even been aware of. This health scare marked the beginning of a journey to understand and navigate these deeply held feelings. I've come to believe that the most challenging aspects of our lives are often the things we are here to master.
About a year later, I encountered BioDynamic Breathwork and Trauma Release System (BBTRS) during a training in Mexico, which transformed my life. BBTRS helped me reconnect with my body and build a trusting, loving relationship with myself. Since that first experience, I’ve dedicated myself to studying and practicing BBTRS, and I feel privileged to guide others toward that same sense of connection and aliveness in a safe, supportive way.
Life will always hold uncertainty — it’s part of what makes it beautiful, and at times, overwhelming. While we cannot control what happens, breathwork can transform how we meet the unknown. It teaches us to stay open, grounded, and present, even in the face of discomfort.
If you ever feel disconnected from your body, caught in constant “doing” mode, or find yourself pushing down emotions like sadness, fear, or anger, I invite you to experience Breathwork.
Breathe with me to feel more connected, alive, and empowered!