meet Irene
"presence is a superpower!"
I help individuals cultivate greater well-being in every stage of their life without relying on quick fixes. I am a certified Mindfulness and Yoga teacher and my work is grounded in contemporary mindfulness. I guide people in building practical skills that nurture presence, support nervous system regulation, and enhance emotional intelligence, while helping them foster self-compassion and strengthen resilience in everyday life.
I completed the two-year MMTCP, Mindfulness Meditation Teacher Certification Program, led by renowned teachers Jack Kornfield PhD and Tara Brach PhD through Sounds True, the Awareness Training Institute, and the Greater Good Science Center at the University of California, Berkeley. During these years, I have been mentored by Emily Horn from Buddhist Geeks.
I later completed the Mindfulness Mentorship Training with Banyan under the continued guidance of Jack Kornfield and Tara Brach, further refining my ability to guide both individuals and groups.
Yoga entered my life in 2010 and I am a Yoga Alliance certified teacher (with advanced experienced designation E-RYT® 500) with trainings in different styles of yoga, as well as the therapeutic applications of yoga, and pilates.
I teach flow styles like vinyasa, hatha, yin, and restorative practices, integrating breathwork and mindfulness to support regulation, functional movement, and conscious awareness.
My approach emphasizes sustainable strength, mobility, and intelligent, purposeful movement.
All of my classes are trauma-sensitive and inclusive.
I prioritize clear instruction, choice-based guidance, and a respectful environment where each person can practice according to their individual needs and lived experience.
My work is educational and supportive in nature and does not replace psychotherapy or medical care.
In addition to teaching, I hold a university degree in linguistic mediation and I am a language specialist and translator.
I teach in both Italian and English.

all photos by Alina Smit
"You can't stop the waves, but you can learn to surf"
Jon Kabat-Zinn









