Transformative Experiences for trauma-supportive practice

Whether we’re dipping toes in with an introductory workshop or diving deeply through a full-day seminar, Haven’s educational experiences are designed to support teachers in creating more healing-centered spaces within their communities. Rooted in collaboration, reflection, and embodied learning, our trainings are not simply lectures or information sessions, but containers for meaningful teacher growth and self-development. Together, we explore with depth, cultivate greater self-awareness, and build practical, applicable skills that can be integrated into the classroom immediately.

Our approach recognizes that trauma-supportive teaching is not just about learning new techniques, but about developing the capacity to hold space with greater presence, discernment, and relational awareness. Through discussion, experiential learning, and inquiry, participants are invited into an educational process that is both personally transformative and professionally grounding.

Let us hold space for you to grow. Explore our upcoming offerings below.

Upcoming Experiences

  • Teaching from Presence: Trauma-Supportive Yoga Foundations - Petoskey, MI, July 19, 2026

    This full-day seminar explores trauma-supportive yoga teaching through a decolonized, relational lens rooted in yoga philosophy and practice. Through discussion, self-inquiry, and experiential learning, participants will develop practical skills for creating safer, more healing-centered classroom spaces while deepening their understanding of power, consent, and the inner work of holding space. Hosted by Yoga Roots Petoskey.

Our Teaching Team

  • Jessie Horness, MA, LPC, E-RYT 200

    Founder & Lead Facilitator

  • Danielle DePompei, Yoga Teacher & Ayurvedic Health Coach

    Guest Facilitator in Ayurveda

  • Britt Wildfong, E-RYT 200, LMT, SEP

    Guest Facilitator in Somatics

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We’re passionate about bringing trauma-supportive teaching education to wherever yoga is practiced. Let’s work together to bring spaces for learning and growth to your community.