Aleksandra Horwood
Organization

Trauma Therapist,

Aleksandra Horwood Author | Journalist | Somatic Trauma Specialist Real relief from burnout or trauma cannot be achieved through thinking alone—it starts in the nervous system. Over 25 years ago, Aleksandra Horwood’s first-hand experiences with war, high-stress journalism, divorce, and burnout reshaped her approach to nervous system recovery. Having navigated trauma firsthand, she bridges clinical neurobiology with restorative wisdom to help clients heal from the inside out. Why Work With Aleksandra? Beyond Insight Timer, she leads Pause to Breathe conferences, seminars, and retreats for corporate management and organisations globally. An author who has guided thousands across the USA, France, Germany, and the UK, Aleksandra provides evidence-based, trauma-informed protocols designed for lasting transformation—not temporary fixes. Specialised Guidance For: Burnout & Stress: Recalibrate high-pressure living and lower cortisol. Trauma & Addiction: Safe pathways to regulate the nervous system. Chronic Pain & Insomnia: Release bodily tension for deep sleep. Anxiety & Depression: Practical tools to find equilibrium. Integrative Toolkit: * Somatic Experiencing & Breathwork * Trauma-Focused ACT & Yoga Therapy * Fierce & Tender Self-Compassion Whether leading a corporate team or rebuilding personal balance, Aleksandra offers a grounded sanctuary to help individuals move beyond survival into lasting health.

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Specialities

Women's Issues

Trauma and PTSD

Stress

Substance Use

Sports Performance

Sleep or Insomnia

Self Esteem

Obesity

Grief

Divorce

Domestic Abuse

Depression

Chronic Pain

Cancer

Behavioral Issues

Anxiety

Anger Management

Alcohol Use

Addiction


Reviews

Susan

Jan 7, 2025

Hello beautiful 🌞⭐️🌞⭐️🌞Thank you so much for the wonderful practice 🌞🌞🌞the release feels like the sun is shining inside of me 🗺️much love 🕉️Namaste

Lirio

May 25, 2020

So charming! Simple. Very effective. Thank you!

Sasha 4936

May 24, 2020

Very pleasant voice and guidance offered a nice break. I did it first thing in the morning and it was calming and grounding. Gentle and slow stretches felt really good. Namaste 🙏🏻

About

Identifies as Female, White

Speaks English and Deutsch

Certified Yoga Instructor

Joined Insight Timer in May 2020


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