Active breathwork with Olya Royall

Get out of autopilot. Come back to yourself.

Join me for a guided active breathing practice using a simple pattern that helps you feel what is happening in your body more clearly.

You may benefit from this practice if you often:

  • Blame yourself for other people's reactions.

  • Manage everyone else's comfort before checking in with yourself.

  • Feel like rest has to be earned.

  • Obsess over how to foresee and prevent every possible problem so you can finally relax.

  • Shut down, go blank, or feel numb when something feels too overwhelming.

  • Disappear into scrolling, sleep, TV, fantasy, or avoidance because facing it feels like too much.

  • Get sharp or reactive when something feels unfair, messy, or unpredictable.

  • Feel like you have to be the strong one, the right one, or the one in charge to feel safe.

These responses are often adaptive. They help people get through difficult situations. But when they become chronic, they can create suffering, disconnection, and a loss of contact with yourself and others.

In active breathwork, attention shifts out of constant analysis and back into direct physical experience. Even one session can give you a different experience of what happens in your body. With practice over time, that can start to change how you relate to stress, discomfort, and emotion.

Olya

Why I do this

I used to think I was someone who could always ask for what I needed.

It took me years to realize that something deeper in my nervous system was running the show, teaching me to override my discomfort, downplay my needs, and handle things on my own to feel safe.

This practice helped me start seeing those patterns earlier and respond differently. It helped me understand that this was not just my personality. That is why I care about offering breathwork in a way that is grounded, clear, and does not ask people to push past themselves.

Training & approach
  • 100+ hours of training and supervision
  • 130+ hours of 1:1 and group practice
  • Trauma-informed
  • Consent-based

I am currently completing my breathwork training and receiving ongoing supervision for my client work.

Breathwork is not psychotherapy, counseling, or medical care, and is not a substitute for mental health treatment.

My approach is about staying connected to yourself, your needs, and the full range of what you are feeling without being pushed past your limits.

Olya standing in front of a mural

What a session is like

What to expect

Setup, common sensations, and the control you keep throughout.

  • All sessions are currently held virtually.

  • You will usually be lying down with a pillow and blanket. You can choose to have your eyes open or closed.

  • You may notice tingling, warmth, shifts in muscle tension, emotional release, or a sense of movement in the body.

  • You may feel more connected to your body and emotions, and that can bring anything from relief and expansiveness to discomfort and vulnerability.

  • You can slow down, pause, or stop at any time, and I’ll help you navigate that.

  • All of your experiences are valid and welcome.

How a session flows

A simple four-part structure from check-in through integration.

  1. 1
    Arrival
    We start with a walkthrough of the practice, important safety notes, and a simple check-in.
  2. 2
    Active breathing
    We begin with a short grounding exercise. Then I guide you through a two-part inhale and single exhale breathing pattern for about 20 to 30 minutes with curated music.
  3. 3
    Rest and integration
    After the active breath, we return to normal breathing. There is time for stillness, settling, and noticing what is present.
  4. 4
    Optional reflection and sharing
    There is space to reflect on your experience or ask questions if that feels useful.

Sessions & pricing

Choose between private sessions for more personalized support and small group sessions for a lower-cost option.

First session
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Free

Start here. Your first session is free, whether you choose private or small group. A full session, no commitment.

Private session
$75

One-on-one, 60 minutes. Personalized guidance with active breathing and integration. Best for deeper, focused work.

Private 3-session pack
$210

Three private sessions ($70/session). Best for building consistency and noticing patterns over time.

Small group session
$25 per person

Shared session at a scheduled time. Same structure, with less individual attention than a private session. Requires at least 3 participants.

Group 3-session pack
$60 per person

Three small group sessions ($20/session). Best for building a regular rhythm at a lower cost. Requires at least 3 participants.

Start with a free session

A simple way to see whether this work feels useful for you.

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