Brian James Email & Phone Number

Victoria, Canada Area

I support people on their path of healing, growth and transformation with an integrated approach that blends aspects of yogic wisdom, depth psychology and the shamanic/archetypal worldview. I have extensive training in accessible and therapeutic yoga, somatic mindfulness-based psychotherapies, and am a certified practitioner of Compassionate Inquiry, a trauma and addiction-focused approach to therapy developed by Dr. Gabor Maté. Areas of Focus• Conscious Masculinity• Relationships & Sex• Psychedelic Integration• Psycho-Spiritual Development• Dreams & Imagination• Creativity & Self-Expression• Spiritual Practice & Self Care• Life Transitions & Crisis• Mentoring Healers & TeachersCertifications & Training• Soul Psychology with Thomas Moore (2022)• Dream Tending Certification (2020)• Compassionate Inquiry, Dr. Gabor Maté, Certified Practitioner (2019)• Body Wisdom Therapy, Dr. Pat Ogden (2020)• Association for Shamanic Studies Core Shamanism Workshop (2019)• Body-Mind-Spirit Coaching, Marlena Field (2018)• Level 1 Thai Yoga Massage (2018)• Hakomi Mindfulness-Based Psychotherapy Level 1 (2017)• Mental Health First Aid Certification (2017)• Somatic Experiencing Healing Trauma, Peter Levine (2016)• MAPS Psychedelic Harm Reduction (2016)• Aboriginal Cultural Bridging Workshop, Cowichan (2016)• Registered Yoga Teacher (2012)My website is http://brianjames.ca

Montreal, Canada Area

For over a decade, I worked in the Toronto design and advertising industry, creating award-winning work for clients like the Art Gallery of Ontario, Museum of Jewish Heritage (NYC), Chronicle Books, Nienkämper, and many more. My work has been featured in many annuals and publications and is included in the AIGA permanent collection. Now I work with individuals, small businesses and non-profits to bring their creative vision to life and realize their personal and professional goals.As I like to say, “now I use my powers for good”.The Yoga of DesignYoga is a way of uncovering the truth through inquiry and observation. In a collaborative process of discovery, we’ll work together to develop an authentic expression of your core business values, crafting an identity that clearly communicates who you are and what you offer.More info and work samples: http://yogaofdesign.ca

Montreal, Canada Area

Brian James is a yoga teacher in the tradition of Krishnamacharya and Desikachar, known for his unique ability to make advanced yoga accessible to everyone, regardless of age, body type or fitness level. He's dedicated to helping people access the profound healing potential of yoga in a way that's practical and relevant to everyday life. For the past 20 years he's been exploring the intersection of yoga, music and shamanism for personal and planetary healing, and is dedicated to supporting others in developing a daily personal practice. For more information, visit http://brianjames.ca

2687 James Street, Duncan Bc

During my short tenure at this regional performing arts facility, I was responsible for giving the 35-year-old theatre a much-needed brand refresh and web presence, designed all marketing materials, and more.• Designed, built and maintained the theatre website• Designed all marketing materials including brochures, posters, e-blasts, print and web advertisements and promo items• Doubled their social media followers• Implemented many new marketing strategies including a successful Groupon campaign, online contesting and social media engagement• Created marketing plans and responsive budget spreadsheets and charts• Fostered new media relationships • Became a visible spokesperson for the theatre, appearing in the local print press and interviewed on local television• Responsible for all ad buys• Creation and delivery of press releases• Provided copywriting and photography services as required• Worked on developing a new community online portal for arts & culture in the Cowichan Valley

• Design lead on a wide range of projects for clients like HP, Nike, Under Armour and Mars/M&M.

Interactive and branding for:• Samsung Mobile• Carlsberg

Design and advertising clients included:• Telus• Canadian Tire• Holt Renfrew

Toronto, Canada Area

• Design lead on re-branding of Winners & Homesense retail identities• Gourmet Settings packaging and re-branding• Art Gallery of Ontario exhibition design

Highlights included:• 2 book designs for Chronicle Books• Exhibition design for Museum of Jewish Heritage NYC• Design for Nienkamper furniture

• Design and branding for Cave Spring Cellars winery• Identity and packaging design for Taylor & Bate Brewery• Re-branding for Niagara Falls Hydro

Yoga Teacher Training/Yoga Therapy

In-depth study and mentorship with Mark Whitwell. I assisted Mark on trainings and workshops at Esalen Institute, Mt. Madonna Centre.

200Hr Vinyasa Krama, Yoga Teacher Training/Yoga Therapy

Intensive study with Srivatsa Ramaswami, 33-year student of T Krishnamacharya. Areas of focus included Yoga Sutra, Vinyasa Krama.

Art Fundamentals, Art, Illustration

Guitar Performance