Shawn Archer

Spirit Rising Yoga & Meditation

Shawn Archer (she/her) is a therapist, certified RYT-500 yoga teacher, Trauma Center – Trauma Sensitive Yoga Facilitator, and founder of Gentle Spirit Yoga, LLC. In addition, she is currently enrolled as a Clinical Extern at the International Institute of Yoga Therapy and will be certified as a Yoga Therapist in January 2025.As a therapist, Shawn has 20 years of experience with individuals who have a history of complex trauma and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. Her clinical experience and training have fostered a deep understanding of how trauma disrupted an individual’s sense of safety, not only out in the world but also within the body.Shawn is dedicated to guiding people on their healing journey and compassionately assisting them in exploring the healing aspects of yoga movement while incorporating mindfulness, breathwork, and body awareness into each session.If you’re struggling with complex trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety, or loss either individual or private small-group trauma-sensitive yoga sessions are available. For more information or to schedule a trauma-sensitive yoga session, contact Shawn by email at gentlespirit.sa@gmail.com.