About the founder
Psychology meets embodied practice
Hi, I'm Giulia, a psychologist, yoga teacher, activist, and the founder of Prana Holistic Health - a project born from my passion for deepening our understanding of ourselves and how we relate to the world around us.
prāṇa (प्राण) is the Sanskrit word for breath, and is considered the life-giving force, the universal energy that flows within and among us, connecting us with all other living beings
My interest in wellbeing and what might hinder individuals from having fulfilling lives started at a young age, as the theme of social justice became very important to me. This gradually developed into a deeper interest into the psyche and the factors that determine one's potential to find meaning, peace and joy.
Where it All began
Over the years, I have delved into the study of psychology, philosophy, sociology, yoga, mindfulness and meditation - fields which continue to shape the way I listen, support and guide others.
Shaping a practice
Eventually came the birth of Prana, which in Sanskrit translates to "the universal energy that flows within and among us, connecting us with all other living beings" - a term which encompasses my vision of health: being in touch with what is beyond matter - our inner self - as well as having meaningful relationships.
The Birth Of Prana
I am often asked how my work as a psychologist connects with my work as a yoga teacher. For me, they are different professional practices that share an interest in something fundamental: the relationship we have with ourselves and the world around us.
Psychology can help us process our thoughts, emotions, behaviours and relationships, while Yoga offers another way of exploring experience—through movement, breath, attention and the body.
Yet, Psychotherapy and Yoga are distinct services. While both may support wellbeing, yoga is not a substitute for psychological assessment or psychotherapy.
Why Psychology and Yoga?
How I Work
Drawing inspiration and knowledge from various practices, I have expanded my capacity to accompany others in their own journey. Knowing that each individual may benefit from different modalities, I use evidence-based practices, including psychotherapy, yoga, breathwork, meditation and mindfulness, to support my clients and students in cultivating self-awareness, compassion and meaning, both within themselves and within their wider community.
Psychotherapy
A guided process of exploring your emotions, relationships, and unconscious patterns to deepen self-understanding. Psychotherapy can help with struggles including low self-esteem, stress, burnout, anxiety, depression, loss, trauma and shame amongst other challenges.
From my personal, academic and professional experiences,
I have learned that no matter how far the light at the end of the tunnel seems to be, life can shift in ways you would have never expected.
With this firm belief which I carry in my heart, my intention is to guide others to find their own light.
Qualifications and training
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CAT (Cognitive Analytic Therapy), Level 1
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MBCT (Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy)
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300-hour Yoga Teacher Training - Navadurga School of Yoga
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Master of Psychology in Health Psychology
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200-hour Yoga Teacher Training - Bhakti Yogshala
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Mindfulness Educator for children | Paws b
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Mindfulness Educator for early years | .begin
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MBSR (Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction)
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Higher Diploma in Psychology
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B.A. in Philosophy & Psychology