Body friendly practices.

 
Working with Fawn is like getting an owner’s manual for your body.
— Eric Matchett, developer and musician

Bio-Individual Sessions

1-1 yoga therapy

Private sessions are completely customized for you, and your individualized health concerns. Build or support your foundation for a lifetime of practice through this holistic practice of yoga therapy.

Yoga Therapy is the practice of applying yoga techniques like postures, breathing, meditation and mantra for specific results. Traditionally this modality was a 1:1 practice or for small groups of people with similar concerns.

A complement to any wellness service or routine, yoga therapy is based on the whole individual rather than their diagnosis. My work results in clients feeling a greater sense of ease and feeling overall more integrated.

Receive a guided practice of poses (asana), breath work (pranayama), with mindful meditation based on your health goals. Homework and documentation (images or video) are included, as well as email and text support.

Fawn is one of the smartest yoga teachers I have taken classes from. Her deep knowledge of physical and yogic anatomy teaches me something new every time I take class with her. I feel taken care of when I’m in her presence.
— Maria Guerriero, Illustrator

Yoga therapy can support a wide range of physical, emotional, and energetic concerns by integrating breath, movement, restorative practice, mindfulness, and individualized therapeutic approaches. Common areas where yoga therapy is beneficial include:

  • Restorative practices for burnout recovery: slow, supported sequencing and guided relaxation to down-regulate the nervous system and replenish energy.

  • Self-regulation, attention, and focus: breathwork (pranayama), interoceptive practices, and movement to cultivate concentration and balance.

  • Energetic boundaries and self-expression: practices that develop groundedness, somatic awareness, and intentional movement to support clearer personal boundaries and authentic communication.

  • Self-attunement and self-compassion: reflective practices, mindful inquiry, and embodiment to foster kindness toward the self and awareness of inner needs.

  • Mindfulness and relaxation: guided meditation, body scans, and restorative postures to reduce stress and increase present-moment awareness.

  • Auto-immune disease support: gentle, adaptive practices that prioritize energy conservation, and nervous system regulation while addressing symptom management.

  • Cancer treatment recovery: tailored gentle movement, breath practices, and restorative techniques to support healing, reduce fatigue, and address emotional needs during and after treatment.

  • Mobilization after surgery or injury: progressive, safely adapted movement and breath practices to restore mobility, rebuild strength, and support rehabilitation alongside medical guidance.

  • Disordered eating patterns and addictions: somatic awareness, breathwork, and compassionate embodiment practices that help interrupt compulsive patterns and rebuild trust with the body.

  • Perinatal strength and birth recovery: prenatal and postpartum adaptations that build pelvic and core support, address diastasis and pelvic floor health, and encourage return to activity.

  • Depression and anxiety reduction: integrated breath, movement, and mindfulness protocols that support mood regulation, reduce physiological arousal, and create coping tools.

  • “Finding the gold” of lived experiences: practices that help reframe challenges, cultivate meaning, and integrate life events through reflective and philosophical tools.

  • Body neutrality and acceptance: embodiment practices that emphasize function, felt experience, and nonjudgmental awareness rather than appearance.

  • Perspective and lifestyle shifts through yoga philosophy and Ayurveda: individualized lifestyle recommendations, daily routines (dinacharya), and ethical and reflective practices informed by yoga philosophy and Ayurvedic principles to support long-term wellbeing.

Fawn offers customized onsite professional development, consulting, and wellness programming for organizations worldwide. Programs are tailored to your site, demographic, and learning objectives and may include:

  • Employee wellness programming for burnout recovery, mindful focus, and resilience building

  • Team-building, camaraderie, and experiential group sessions

  • Craft-based workshops and creative experiential presentations

  • Group facilitation, trainings, and large-group workshops

  • Supporting materials: PDF handouts and/or slide decks, plus optional yoga equipment and props

Specialized presentations and signature topics:

  • The Neuroscience of Yoga — research-informed overview of how yoga supports stress regulation, attention, and recovery

  • Trauma-Informed Care — best practices for delivering safe, inclusive movement and mindfulness programming

  • Yoga for Eating Disorders — therapeutic, compassionate approaches for working with disordered eating and body-image challenges

Teacher training and continuing education for yoga professionals:

  • Alignment-based, therapeutic modules including Yoga for Pregnancy, Safety in Spinal Twists, Practical Anatomy for Yoga Teachers, Intelligent Inversions, and more

  • Customizable CE formats: short intensives, multi-day immersions, and integrated onsite training

Delivery options:

  • Keynotes and conference presentations

  • Half-day and full-day workshops

  • Multi-day trainings and certification modules

  • Ongoing onsite consulting and program design for workplace wellness initiatives

Clients and partnerships (selected): The Eating Disorder Center of Portland; The Hillsboro School District; Pacific Northwest College of Art; Move Better Chiropractic; Columbia Care Organization; Community Pathways; Providence Hospital; PHAME Academy; Portland Public Schools; Oregon College of Art and Craft; Pink Lemonade Project

To discuss a proposal tailored to your organization’s goals, audience size, and logistics, Fawn will develop a program outline, learning outcomes, and a materials package (PDF and/or slideshow) including recommended props and space needs.

Bridge Mentorship

55-hour mentorship program FOR STUDENTS OF YOGA AND YOGA TEACHERS

This 55-hour, 3-month training for yoga teachers will enhance your innate wisdom, plant new seeds, and tune your experience of yoga so you can repurpose it for your current life.

As a Yoga Therapist, I bring deep listening, client-centered goal setting, and thoughtful matchmaking between providers. I cultivate transformative relationships that support healing and growth, and I aim to extend that work outward by contributing meaningfully to the community.

Guided by intuition as a small business owner, I look for opportunities others might miss. My business philosophy centers on belonging, planned giving, and generosity.

As a mentor, I encourage authentic marketing and sustainable business choices. I foster relationships that bridge values, behaviors, attitudes, and practices across individuals and cultures, helping teachers and therapists build practices that are both grounded and expansive.

Healing Retreats

more than a vacation

Travel, play, and uncover your innate joy on a Healing Retreat curated by Fawn. Each retreat is an immersive experience that blends mindful movement, restorative practices, and intentional time away from daily routines. Whether domestic or international, these destinations are designed to support reset, growth, and deep relaxation.

What to expect

  • Daily yoga classes that meet practitioners of all levels, from gentle restorative sessions to invigorating vinyasa.

  • Guided meditation, breathwork, and sound healing to calm the nervous system and sharpen presence.

  • Workshops on embodiment, trauma-informed practices, and tools for continued home practice.

  • Community building through group activities, shared meals, and reflective circle time.

  • Free time to explore the locale, rest, journal, or book a private session.

  • Nourishing meals with attention to dietary needs and local flavors.

  • Thoughtful accommodations chosen for comfort, accessibility, and a connection to place.

Continuing Education for RYTs Fawn is a Continuing Education Provider. Registered Yoga Teachers attending any retreat are eligible to receive continuing education credits. Credits are awarded for retreat hours that include structured instruction, workshops, and teaching practice components.

Who these retreats are for

  • Teachers seeking CE credit, skill refinement, and fresh teaching inspiration.

  • Students ready to deepen personal practice and cultivate daily habits that sustain wellbeing.

  • Anyone in need of a restorative escape that balances guidance with space for personal integration.

How to join

  • Domestic retreats are being scheduled now. Spots are limited to preserve the intimate, supportive atmosphere.

  • Reach out for current dates, itineraries, pricing, and enrollment details.

A Healing Retreat is more than time away — it’s an invitation to re-center, rediscover joy, and leave with practical tools to carry the experience forward.

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