Health Disclaimer

Breathwork is a powerful practice. Please read this page before your first session.

Not medical care

I am a certified life coach and breathwork facilitator. I am not a doctor, psychologist or therapist. Sessions are not a substitute for medical or mental health care, and I do not diagnose or treat any condition. Please keep following the advice of your healthcare providers.

Who should talk to a doctor first

Conscious connected breathing is not suitable for everyone. Please do not book, or speak with your doctor first and tell me before your session, if you have or have had:

• Pregnancy, or think you may be pregnant
• Heart disease, a heart condition or a history of heart attack
• High blood pressure
• Epilepsy or seizures
• Aneurysm, stroke or a family history of aneurysm
• Glaucoma or detached retina
• Recent surgery, injury or broken bones
• Severe asthma (bring your inhaler)
• Psychosis, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder or a recent psychiatric hospitalisation
• Severe anxiety or panic attacks
• Any other serious physical or mental health condition
• Use of medication that affects your heart, blood pressure or mood

I may suggest gentler breathing techniques, or decide a session is not right for you. That decision is about your safety.

What you may feel

During breathwork it is normal to feel tingling, buzzing, heat or cold, temporary stiffness in the hands or face, strong emotions, tears or laughter. These usually pass within minutes of returning to normal breathing.

You are always in control. You can slow down, pause or stop at any time. Please tell me straight away if you feel unwell.

Before your session

• Avoid a heavy meal for 2 hours before.
• Do not attend under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
• Wear comfortable clothes.
• For online sessions, lie down somewhere safe, with nothing you could knock over.
• Do not practise breathwork while driving, in water, or anywhere unsafe.

Your agreement

By booking a session, you confirm that:

1. You have read and understood this page.
2. You have told me about any condition listed above.
3. You take part voluntarily and accept responsibility for your own wellbeing.
4. You release Katerina Kaslova from liability for any injury or harm arising from your participation, except where caused by her negligence.

Questions

If you are unsure whether breathwork is right for you, email hello@katerinakaslova.com before booking. I am happy to talk it through.