ABOUT ME

SAHRU YUKSEL

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Şahru Yüksel, Jungian Coach, Kundalini Yoga & Meditation Instructor, Craniosacral Therapist

After completing my undergraduate studies in Biology at Middle East Technical University (METU), I continued my PhD (University of Maryland) and postdoctoral (UCLA) research in the United States. In 2005, I joined Boğaziçi University, where I later earned the title of Associate Professor in the field of cellular biology. Through my scientific work conducted across three different continents, I focused primarily on innate immunity and autoinflammatory diseases and lead and took part in various national and international research projects in this area.

Following my relocation to Thailand in 2012, I began to expand my scientific perspective by integrating a mind–body–spirit approach. During this period, I completed numerous international training and certification programs, including yoga, meditation, mindfulness, craniosacral therapy, aromatherapy, NLP, Jungian coaching, and expressive art-based awareness practices.

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Between 2017 and 2022, I lived in Kosovo with my family; during this time, I actively participated in both social responsibility projects and corporate and community-based well-being programs, including work with TEB Bank and the United Nations Mission in Kosovo. Exposure to different cultures and working with international organizations deepened my approach to assisting individuals in coping with stress, developing balance, and fostering mindfulness.

Since 2016, I have been offering individual and group programs—both online and in person, in English and Turkish—designed to support inner balance, awareness, and holistic well-being. Ranging from corporate wellness initiatives to community-based workshops, my work is grounded in deep listening, intuitive insight and compassion based approach. These programs aim to support individuals in reconnecting with their values and authentic nature, accessing their inner resources, and approaching life’s challenges as opportunities for awareness and transformation.

"Be fearlessly authentic. Authenticity is the key to a fulfilling life…"
- Sahru Yuksel

Featured Trainings

  • Şahru Yüksel completed her Internationally Certified Kundalini Yoga Teacher Training in Bangkok with Kundalini Yoga Asia. She later completed Level 2 KRI-certified trainings in Authentic Relationships and Conscious Communication (Sri Lanka), as well as Stress and Vitality (online).
  • She has accumulated over 750 hours of yoga training, including Somatic Yoga Therapy.
  • She has participated in the Beyond Addiction program offered under the guidance of Sat Dharam and Gabor Maté, and received Mindfulness and Embodied Presence trainings from David Cornwell.
  • She completed her Level 4 Craniosacral Therapy training in Bangkok, Thailand, and her International ICF-approved Jungian Coaching training in Istanbul.

Corporate Wellness Events

  • Stress Management Seminar, TEB Talk, TEB Bank Headquarters, Pristina, Kosovo — 2018
  • Healthy Living Workshop with Kombucha, BKT Bank, Pristina, Kosovo — 2021
  • Breath, Meditation, and Mindfulness through Art Workshop, Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality (İBB), Artİstanbul Feshane — Istanbul, Turkey (Two events) — March 2024
  • Outdoor Yoga and Mindfulness Sessions, Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality (İBB), Cendere Sanat Museum — Istanbul, Turkey (Two events) — July–August 2024
  • Facilitated ongoing corporate yoga and meditation programs, offering twice-weekly classes for TEB Bank and UNMIK staff in Pristina, Kosovo (2018–2019)

Selected Workshops and Retreats Organized

  • Self-Awareness Workshop for Women, Kosovo Yoga School — 5 hours, Pristina, Kosovo — 2018
  • Vitality & Stress Management Workshop — 2.5 hours, Online, Pristina — 2021
  • Building Healthy Habits Workshop, Kosovo Yoga School — 5 hours, Pristina, Kosovo — 2021
  • Kundalini Yoga & Numerology Workshop, Yoga School Kosovo — 5 hours, Pristina, Kosovo — 2022
  • Chakras & Aromatherapy Workshop, Bahçelievler, Istanbul — November 5, 2022
  • “Relax, Rest, Heal” Yoga Retreat, Olympos, Antalya — June 8–11, 2023
  • Aromatherapy & Breathwork Workshop, Internations — Istanbul — November 2023
  • Journey Through Art & Meditation, Online, Devaköy Platform — March 2024
  • The Four Agreements Book Circle Workshop, Internations — Istanbul — 2024
  • The Five Love Languages Book Workshop, Internations — Istanbul — 2024
  • Transformational Workshop Using Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) Techniques, Internations — Istanbul — January 2025
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