Trauma-Informed Educators, Changemakers & Community Builders
At Life of Wellness Institute, our team unites neuroscience, social justice, and trauma-informed practices to redefine yoga education. We’re not just teachers – we’re advocates for inclusive spaces in studios, recovery centers, schools, and anywhere yoga can support health. Grounded in Viniyoga’s adaptability, we prioritize nervous system regulation, consent-based teaching, and equitable access to wellness.
Melanie Taylor – Founder and Director
Caitlin Taylor – Educational Consultant and Teacher
Tiffany Powell – Social Media Manager and Strategist
Creator of the Be K.I.N.D. Embodied Wisdom Methodology
Trauma-Informed Yoga Therapist | E-RYT500 Teacher Trainer
Melanie Taylor
Founder, Senior Teacher & Compassionate Guide
My journey with PTSD and disordered eating taught me that yoga isn’t about ‘fixing’ yourself – it’s about reclaiming safety in your body. That’s why I founded Life of Wellness Institute in 2014: to create a space where teachers learn to guide, not ‘heal,’ and where students’ lived experiences are honored above dogma.
Here, you won’t find rigid poses or performative wellness. Instead, we blend Viniyoga’s adaptability with neuroscience to help students regulate nervous systems, rebuild trust in their bodies, and navigate trauma with compassion. This isn’t just yoga—it’s social justice in action.
As Director of Education at Eat Breathe Thrive, I train facilitators worldwide to support eating disorder recovery through evidence-based, trauma-sensitive practices. But my proudest moments? Seeing graduates bring yoga to prisons, recovery centers, and communities often excluded from wellness spaces.
When I’m not teaching, you’ll find me hiking Treaty 7 lands with my family, curled up with a book, or planning our next camping trip. Nature reminds me daily that resilience isn’t about perfection but learning to bend without breaking.
Sociology & Education Specialist | RYT200 Yoga Teacher
Caitlin Taylor
Trauma-Informed Educator & Advocate for the Unseen
I’ve always been drawn to the students who sit at the back of the classroom – the ones who feel invisible. As someone who grew up navigating undiagnosed ADHD, depression, and anxiety, I know how it feels to be overlooked. That’s why I blend my training in trauma-informed yoga and suicide prevention with a simple belief: every student deserves to feel seen.
Whether I’m designing a high school lesson plan or a yoga sequence, I ask: ‘How can this help someone reconnect with joy while giving them tools for life?’ For me, teaching isn’t about checklists – it’s about creating spaces where students of all interests and abilities can explore their stories without judgment and discover what truly supports them.
When I’m not teaching, you’ll find me playing video games with my family, spoiling my cat Moma, debating the best D&D campaigns, or which Jedi is best (Spoiler: It’s Ahsoka). Games taught me that learning should feel playful, not punitive – a philosophy I bring to every class I teach.
Marketing Strategist and Content Creator through The Social Shells CPD Certified Program.
You can connect with Tiffany on LinkedIn to learn more about her expertise. If you’re seeking personalized support with your social media strategy, you can schedule a consultation with her.
Tiffany Powell
Heart-Centered Digital Storyteller & Community Builder
I believe social media should be a space where wellness feels accessible, not intimidating. At Life of Wellness Institute, I blend strategy with heart to showcase our core values: trauma-informed teaching, inclusivity, and community over competition. Whether I’m crafting posts or analyzing trends, my goal is to connect with people who need our work most – yoga teachers, mental health advocates, and anyone seeking a kinder approach to wellness.
What lights me up? Collaborating with purpose-driven teams like ours. From highlighting scholarship recipients to sharing Melanie’s neuroscience-backed insights, I love turning complex ideas into relatable stories. And yes – my dog Lou makes occasional cameos (because who doesn’t need a furry stress-reliever in their feed?).
When I’m offline, you’ll find me caring for my dog Lou, volunteering at the local animal rescue, unrolling my yoga mat, or exploring Calgary’s trails. For me, wellness isn’t a trend – it’s about creating spaces where everyone feels they belong.