Presented by Robyn Brinkerhoff, MS
Yoga Teacher Training (400 hours)
Trauma-Informed Training (400 hours)
2 CE credits
Workshop Description
This workshop offers practical, accessible tools to help regulate the nervous system through gentle movement, guided breathing, and approachable meditation practices. Participants learn techniques they can use daily - in their personal and professional lives - while deepening their understanding of how mind-body integration through yoga can shape neural pathways and support healthier, happier, and more present living.
Presentation Goals
1. Develop a foundational understanding of how key principles of neuroscience, mindfulness, and gentle movement can serve as practical tools to engage and regulate the nervous system, supporting the transition of thought and physiological patterns from sympathetic to parasympathetic states.
2. Acquire knowledge of key yoga concepts, terminology, and the neurobiological benefits including drishti (focused gaze), pranayama (breath regulation), mindfulness, and movement, as well as an understanding of how to integrate these practices effectively into clinical sessions with clients.
Measurable Objectives
- Gain foundational knowledge of key neuroscience concepts, including
neurons, neural pathways, and neuroplasticity, to deepen their understanding of how mind–body practices influence the nervous system and support therapeutic regulation and change.
- Develop the ability to effectively guide clients through three foundational breathing techniques.
- Members will engage in a gentle, guided breathwork and yoga flow to explore the connection between neural patterns and physical movement.
About the Presenter
Robyn Brinkerhoff is the founder of Empower Yoga & Mindfulness, with over two decades of yoga experience, 500 hours of teacher training, a Bachelor’s in Behavioral Psychology, and a Master’s in Educational Psychology. She specializes in translating complex neuroscience into practical tools that help therapists, trauma survivors, and wellness practitioners integrate movement, breathwork, and mindfulness into therapeutic and personal practice. Her work is rooted in the belief that healing is both an art and a science.
TARGET AUDIENCE: Licensed psychologists, licensed social workers, licensed professional counselors, licensed marriage & family therapists, and pre-licensed professionals.
CE Credit Certificates
The course meets the qualifications for 2 hours of continuing education credit for LMFTs, LCSWs, LPCCs and/or LEPs as required by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences.
East Bay Chapter of CAMFT is approved by the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (Provider #52488) to sponsor continuing education for LMFTs, LCSWs, LPCCs, and LEPs. East Bay Chapter of CAMFT maintains responsibility for this program/course and its content.
Note: Certificates of Completion will be awarded to participants who attend the entire workshop and complete the course evaluation.
Consider Joining East Bay CAMFT
We invite non-members to consider joining East Bay CAMFT.
Member pricing:
Licensed Membership/Community Partner Fee: $75/annually
Pre-Licensed Associate/Student/Retired Membership Fee: $50/annually
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