Liz Albanis media kit

keynote topics

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Trauma-informed yoga

Trauma is common in the modern world. Many people come to yoga classes bearing such burdens. Most students aren’t going to disclose this straight away to their teacher. Or they may not even be aware of the impact it is having on their own life. It’s not possible to guarantee we will never trigger a student, but there are steps we can take to improve the way we hold space. Saying this, there are different approaches. Trauma-aware, trauma-informed and trauma-sensitive. Tips for students and teachers. Triggers you may not think of like candles.

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yoga for mental health

Liz’s personal yoga journey and how it changed her life. She started it for fitness and calorie burn. It didn't turn her into a pretzel, but she finally quit smoking for good.

Although yoga is not medicine, this is a good analogy to describe how we are all so unique. This doesn’t just include yoga poses either. Making yoga accessible and effective means avoiding a cookie cutter approach.

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smoke alarm legislative reform in Australia

The whole trajectory of the rest of Liz’s life changed on the fateful night of January 11th 2024. Because of this she wants to spread awareness to help others not feel alone and how to support others.

Because Liz’s former neighbours were lucky to get out of their house alive due to outdated smoke alarm legislation in Victoria. Liz has been lobbying in Victoria, ACT and NSW change. To tighten its legislation to match the state of Queensland.

quotes from liz

  • “Realise that just because a pose is easy for you, doesn't mean it's going to be easy or beneficial for someone else.''


    May 2026

    The Yoga Teacher Training Podcast

  • “My advice is if you use candles, advertise it…it’s not for everyone.''


    October 2025

    Native Yoga Toddcast

  • ''The ACT does not legally require smoke alarms in bedrooms or mandate full interconnection for existing homes,” she said. “The current smoke alarm legislation is out-of-date, it’s not aligned with current science.”


    June 2026

    Regiona Canberra Newspaper

  • “My understanding is when someone experiences trauma, and we all do to a certain extent, but when it's not processed, it stays stored in the physical body. Because if you think about it, it enters through the physical body.''

    May 2026

    The Energy Fix Podcast

trauma-informed yoga therapist yoga teacher & house fire survivor and safety advocate

Liz Albanis has been teaching yoga since 2012. She is a registered senior yoga teacher with Yoga Australia, having also completed over 1,000 hours training and taught over 1,000 hours. Liz became qualified as a yoga therapist in March 2026.
She is the Founder of Liz Albanis Wellness. Host of Yoga for Trauma: The Inner Fire of Yoga. Liz is also an advanced personal trainer through her Diploma of Fitness which she finished in 2017. In addition is a qualified Pilates and Barre instructor.


Her teaching philosophy centers on accessibility, adaptability, and compassion. Honouring each person's unique body, history, and needs. With more than a decade of teaching across diverse modalities. Including Yoga, Pilates, Barre, and Wellness Coaching, Liz empowers individuals to create a practice that fits their lifestyle and healing journey. Mental Health Advocate Liz is a dedicated yoga teacher with an understanding of how yoga supports nervous system regulation, resilience, and emotional well-being. 

After losing her home to a devastating fire, Liz turned to her practice as a lifeline, using yoga to process loss, rebuild inner stability, and find strength in uncertainty. 

Passionate about the intersection of yoga and mental health, she now helps others cultivate balance through accessible, practical yoga practices designed to support the nervous system in times of stress and change.