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What Is Conscious Connected Breathwork?

On average, we take over 25,000 breaths per day, completely unconsciously.

Breathing is automatic, yet it holds incredible power when practiced with intention.


Conscious Connected Breathwork (CCB) is a breathwork practice where the breath

flows continuously, usually through the mouth, without pauses at the top or bottom of

the breath. There is no sharp inhale or forced exhale. The practice begins slowly and

gently, allowing the body and nervous system to feel safe and supported. Sessions are

typically guided by a carefully curated musical playlist that helps lead you through the

journey.


Like many breathwork modalities, CCB has the potential to:

  • Release stored emotions

  • Increase body awareness

  • Activate the parasympathetic nervous system to promote calm

  • Enhance energy, clarity, and emotional processing

  • Support access to altered or expanded states of consciousness

Each experience is unique, and clients receive exactly what they need in the moment.

What Happens During a CCB Session?

During a Conscious Connected Breathwork session, clients lie comfortably on a mat on

the floor. Bolsters, pillows, and blankets are provided and encouraged to support your

comfort and relaxation.

A typical 90-minute session includes:

  • Welcome, introduction, and intention setting (5-15 minutes)

  • Grounding and gentle breathing (10-20 minutes)

  • Active Conscious Connected Breathing (30-45 minutes)

  • Integration and rest (15-25 minutes)

  • Closing, reflection, and debrief (5-10 minutes)


Music plays an integral role throughout the session, guiding each phase of the journey.

At times, the facilitator may also incorporate live instruments to deepen relaxation and

integration.


Is Conscious Connected Breathwork Right for You?

It is always recommended that you consult with your medical team to ensure that

Conscious Connected Breathwork is appropriate for you. Generally speaking, CCB is

considered a safe and supportive modality and can be a powerful complement to

counselling and/or therapy.


What Sets My Breathwork Sessions Apart?

I am a Reiki Master, Certified Aromatherapist, and Sound Bath Facilitator, and I

intentionally weave these modalities into my breathwork sessions to create a deeply

nourishing, multi-sensory experience.


My breathwork training also included stretch therapy components, which are gently

incorporated to invite openness in the body and energetic centres, allowing the breath

to move more freely and deeply.


I have personally completed many breathwork journeys and experienced profound

emotional releases and healing through this practice. These experiences are what

ultimately led me to become a breathwork facilitator, so I can hold safe, compassionate

space for others on their own healing journeys.



Conscious Connected Breathwork with Ashley

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