Welcome to

Respire Space

mindful breathing as a way of life

Learning to reconnect with our breath

functional breathing

Begin exploring your breath and how it affects your mind, body, and well-being. Functional breathing is your key to taking control of your health.

empowered breathing

Personalized plans to reduce stress, anxiety, improve sleep quality and alleviate other health concerns so you can get back to being the best version of yourself.

Creating a plan that works for you

Combining over a decade of experience as a board certified clinical pharmacist with breathwork certifications from the Butyeko Clinic and NordicFlow, I’ll guide you in creating a personalized breathing plan tailored to your unique health needs. I’ll support you every step of the way in integrating these techniques into your daily life.

If you use medications for chronic medical problems such as high blood pressure, asthma, anxiety or insomnia, I will work closely with you and your physician with the goal of reducing your medication burden as we get you breathing more functionally and improve your quality of life.

If you aren’t on any medications for chronic health concerns, we will focus on preventative breathing techniques to avoid the potential need for medication use in the future.

Mission

Inspire & educate

Support our community

Promote health & wellness focusing on individual’s needs

FAQs

  • Breathwork is the mindful and intentional practice of various breathing exercises to improve physical, psychological and emotional health

  • Improve mental focus and clarity

    Reduce stress and anxiety

    Calm and regulate the nervous system

    Improve sleep quality

    Improve posture

    Alleviate pain

    Reduce inflammation

    Reduce symptoms of asthma

    Reduce symptoms of COPD

    Reduce symptoms of snoring and sleep apnea

    Reduce blood pressure

    Improve exercise performance and endurance

  • Nasal breathing - mindful and intentional breathing in and out through the nose while keeping the mouth closed to improve oxygenation of our body’s cells, tissues, organs and optimize overall breath health.

    Box breathing - breathing to controlled count to help slow down breathing. Inhale for 4 seconds, hold for 4 seconds, exhale for 4 seconds, hold for 4 seconds and repeat this “box” pattern.

    Deep diaphragmatic/belly breathing - breathing technique that mindfully engages the inflation of our belly along with horizontal expansion of the rib cage and diaphragm with each inhale followed by deflation of the belly and vertical contraction of the rib cage and diaphragm with each exhale.

    Mini breath holds - scientifically proven way to reduce and improve anxiety and asthma symptoms by practicing intentional controlled breath holds ranging from 3-10 seconds.

  • People with the following health conditions should consult their physician first:

    Heart conditions

    Lung conditions

    Epilepsy or seziure disorders

    Pregnancy

TESTIMONIALS

  • “I've been practicing various breathing techniques for quite some time now, exploring their effects on both performance and overall wellbeing. Recently, I had the pleasure of working with Jen, whose expertise has truly made a remarkable difference in my journey. Jen's breathing prescriptions have been nothing short of transformative. Through her guidance, I've experienced performance gains and a noticeable improvement in my general sense of wellness. Her depth of knowledge coupled with a genuine passion for helping others make her an invaluable resource in the realm of breathing and wellbeing. I wholeheartedly recommend Jen to anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of breathing practices and enhance their overall quality of life. Not only does she possess an impressive skill set and understanding, but her warm demeanor and genuine care for her clients make every interaction with her a positive and enriching experience. Jen is truly a wonderful individual whose expertise I am grateful to have encountered on my journey towards better health and vitality.”

    Mike Fusaro

  • "I've been using the breathing techniques you taught me and found them very helpful. You are very talented at breathwork and I'm so glad you continue to help people live a more grounded and centered life. You have had a big impact on my personal approach to stress and life in general. I really appreciate you!"

    Nancy Driesner

  • "Jen’s breathwork class was a much needed pause from a hectic week. She shared relaxing music, simple techniques and relatable stories throughout her class. Her warm personality lit up the room and made it feel like an instant safe space to learn something new. I’ve remembered her deep breathing techniques and use them regularly before giving big presentations at work. Thank you, Jen!"

    Shannon May

  • “Jen’s breathwork classes were exactly what I needed. Not only did I learn some basic breathing steps to use throughout the day to re-center and decompress from work stress, but she also taught me how to apply these ideas with some specific weight training breathing techniques when I’m in the gym."

    Jeremy King

  • "Jen brought the session to a calm start and eased our minds and bodies into a peaceful state. Her patience and guidance throughout the breathwork made me feel comfortable to practice the breathing techniques. The session brought relaxation to my mind and body. It was so lovely seeing her in action. So happy I got to be a part of her magic."

    Aria Knutson

  • "I’m very thankful for Jen introducing me to all the wonderful benefits of breathwork. It’s allowing me to stay calm in stressful situations and be more focused at work. It’s amazing how these simple techniques can make such a big and positive impact! The steps are easy to follow and I appreciate how Jen tailored some of the practice to fit my lifestyle."

    Emily Hsu