yoga therapy for all
what is yoga therapy?
Yoga therapy is the process of empowering individuals to progress toward improved health and well-being through the application of the teachings and practices of yoga.
How Does Yoga THerapy Work?
Yoga Therapy is generally provided in one-on-one sessions customized to address an individual’s specific wellness concerns, or in small therapeutic groups or clinics focused on a specific condition being addressed by multiple participants. While Yoga Therapy can be an ongoing process for some, it is generally not a one-shot solution.
what does it work for?
Medical research shows that yoga therapy is among the most effective complementary therapies for several common ailments.
Robin Monro, PhD
Yoga Biomedical Trust – England
how long does it last?
One of the goals is independence from the yoga therapist, rather than an ongoing dependent relationship.
Yoga Therapists want their clients to develop the awareness and path that works best for them and continue their practice on their own.
Beyond Group Classes
Yoga therapy adapts the practice of yoga to the needs of people with specific or persistent health problems not usually addressed in a group class.
Larry Payne, PhD, Samata Yoga Center
I focus on educating the public about what is and isn’t yoga therapy/trauma informed yoga therapy/therapeutic massage/neurokinetic therapy from a treatment perspective vs solely the perception of spa relaxation and fitness perspective
A tool Box to resore balance
Yoga therapy uses approaches of postures, breathing exercises, relaxation techniques, adapted to the individual’s needs at the moment, to deepen presence and awareness to know ourselves more fully. Individuals facing wellness challenges are assisted in finding the best path to reduce symptoms, restore balance, increase vitality, and improve attitude.
Garry Graftsow, American Viniyoga Insitute
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private sessions + public class offerings
During Covid-19, please visit Accuity to find time in your schedule to work with Michelle -- virtual appointments are offered unless otherwise indiciated.
