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Yoga Therapy and regular yoga classes, while they have some overlap, are considered different and distinguished fields of study.

Yoga Therapists have specialized expertise and training to create daily Yoga routines and lifestyle changes for individuals to overcome many types of obstacles such as emotional trauma, physical injuries, chronic conditions.

Your sessions and your home practice will be tailored to you. Because of my vast background and experience in this field, the tools and practices that come forward in my sessions are varied, unique, and extremely personalized.

Tools and practices may include

asana (placing the physical body in positions that cultivate awareness, relaxation, and concentration or mindfulness)

pranayama (breathwork)

dhyana (meditation)

education/reflection on Yoga Philosophy/scriptures

journaling

svadhyaya (self-inquiry)

mantra (sound)

dinacharya (daily self-care routine as informed by Ayurveda)

lifestyle changes and “life hacks”

The biggest differences between Yoga Therapy and Physical Therapy (PT) is the emphasis on breathing, concentration or "mindfulness," sequencing. and spirituality. These all play a vital role in healing.

Additionally, Yoga Therapy offers a holistic approach to healing. I sometimes work with people who are just getting out of PT, but who aren't comfortable or strong enough physically to transition into their normal routines right away. PT doesn’t typically address the psychological, mental, and emotional aspects of injuries. Yoga Therapists can prevent injury, treat chronic pain, and offer rehab after acute pain. I cannot work with you in acute pain or diagnose.

Yoga Therapy is recognized as its own distinct profession despite having similar skills and training to other allied health and therapeutic and clinical professions. For example, the role of spirituality, the breath, connection to oneself, and a holistic view of the person make Yoga Therapy a unique discipline.

There is no need to worry if you don’t consider yourself flexible, have never taken a Yoga class, or don’t have familiarity with Yoga. Each session is completely tailored to your physical capacity and ability, personal intentions, and health goals. I’ve been working in this capacity with people for a over decade and have worked with a wide range of ability levels and types of people. You are in good hands (:

Your experience will be personalized through a comprehensive assessment in which we identify what you’re looking for; I’ll create a specific plan based on your goals. Next, I’ll recommend the next steps for you in simple, understandable terms so that you can feel sustained relief. You’ll receive a home Yoga practice adapted to suit your individual needs and based on what you feel you’re able to commit to.

Depending on the package you purchase, I’ll either create the plan for you after our intake and assessment (The Gold Experience) or you’ll take your own notes (The Classic Experience).