The yogic model of health addresses the whole of our being — mental, physical, and emotional. It invites us to cultivate a genuine sense of connection within ourselves and to live from that connection in daily life. When we are grounded in present-moment awareness, we are better able to relate in a healthy and conscious way — to ourselves, to others, and to the world around us.
Therapeutic Yoga supports the nervous system, releases stored tension, and fosters emotional regulation and resilience. Each session is intentionally sequenced, weaving together traditional postures, restorative sequences, breathwork, marma therapy (acupressure), and gentle osteopathic releasing techniques. Students are guided to explore patterns of holding and areas of restriction with compassionate inquiry, using diaphragmatic breathing to influence internal pressure gradients, supporting fluid movement through areas of congestion and facilitating the natural flow of lymphatic fluid.
Individual private yoga therapy, as well as group classes, provide a complementary approach for a range of psychological concerns, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, and PTSD. A growing body of research supports yoga therapy as an effective approach for improving cognitive processing, emotional regulation, and stress resilience. Neuroimaging studies show that consistent practice increases the coherence of brain waves associated with cognitive processing and states of awareness. At the same time, these practices address physical patterns of tension and imbalance, helping to bridge the mind-body connection and support overall well-being.
Therapeutic principles are woven throughout every class—from dynamic flow sequences to deeply restorative practices. We address common postural and movement patterns prevalent in Western culture, often shaped by chronic stress and sympathetic nervous system activation. Janda’s Upper and Lower Crossed Syndromes describe these tendencies—tight hip flexors and lower back discomfort, as well as forward head posture with associated neck, shoulder, and jaw tension.
Yoga therapy works with these patterns through a progression of mindful engagement—active postures and longer holds—followed by gentle slackening and neuromuscular release, allowing habitual tension to soften and the nervous system to recalibrate. Practitioners learn to use ground reaction force to create stability and efficient support throughout the body, while subtle, rhythmic micro-movements soothe the nervous system through the fascial network, encouraging a deep and integrated release.
Drawing from osteopathic methods such as Strain and Counterstrain, Muscle Energy Technique (MET), Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF), Positional Release Therapy, and Myofascial Release, this work is both precise and profoundly gentle. Relief often comes not from stretching what hurts, but from slackening the structures that pull the body out of balance. Stretching with excessive force can trigger the myotactic reflex (stretch reflex), a protective response that causes muscles to tighten and shorten. Without honed interoception—or refined internal awareness of bodily sensations—stretching may inadvertently create tension and strain, which can persist for several days. Each individual is encouraged to tune into their own body, sensing its response and honoring their limits. By moving slowly and in harmony with the breath, fascia and muscles can soften, lengthen, and release without resistance.
This whole-body approach assesses and prioritizes restrictions and discomfort, recognizing that the source of pain may lie away from the site of tension. Treating the dominant restriction first allows compensatory strain throughout the system to unwind, restoring natural alignment and ease. Research, including work popularized by Amy Cuddy shows that posture and movement influence mental states just as our mental states influence our posture. This profound bidirectional connection highlights the effectiveness of a consistent movement or yoga practice.
All levels and ages are invited to join our group classes and private sessions. You are invited to bring a sense of loving curiosity into the body and use the breath to explore sensations and patterns. As the nervous system settles and the body regains balance, healing unfolds in a gentle and profound integration of body, mind, and spirit. Research in psychology and attachment styles indicates that when people experience insecure or disrupted attachment with caregivers — which occurs in roughly four out of ten adults — yoga supports the development of a healthier, more secure attachment to oneself.
Pricing: $125 (Sliding Fees Available)
Individual private yoga therapy, as well as group classes, provide a complementary approach for a range of psychological concerns, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, and PTSD. A growing body of research supports yoga therapy as an effective approach for improving cognitive processing, emotional regulation, and stress resilience. Neuroimaging studies show that consistent practice increases the coherence of brain waves associated with cognitive processing and states of awareness. At the same time, these practices address physical patterns of tension and imbalance, helping to bridge the mind-body connection and support overall well-being.
Therapeutic principles are woven throughout every class—from dynamic flow sequences to deeply restorative practices. We address common postural and movement patterns prevalent in Western culture, often shaped by chronic stress and sympathetic nervous system activation. Janda’s Upper and Lower Crossed Syndromes describe these tendencies—tight hip flexors and lower back discomfort, as well as forward head posture with associated neck, shoulder, and jaw tension.
Yoga therapy works with these patterns through a progression of mindful engagement—active postures and longer holds—followed by gentle slackening and neuromuscular release, allowing habitual tension to soften and the nervous system to recalibrate. Practitioners learn to use ground reaction force to create stability and efficient support throughout the body, while subtle, rhythmic micro-movements soothe the nervous system through the fascial network, encouraging a deep and integrated release.
Drawing from osteopathic methods such as Strain and Counterstrain, Muscle Energy Technique (MET), Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF), Positional Release Therapy, and Myofascial Release, this work is both precise and profoundly gentle. Relief often comes not from stretching what hurts, but from slackening the structures that pull the body out of balance. Stretching with excessive force can trigger the myotactic reflex (stretch reflex), a protective response that causes muscles to tighten and shorten. Without honed interoception—or refined internal awareness of bodily sensations—stretching may inadvertently create tension and strain, which can persist for several days. Each individual is encouraged to tune into their own body, sensing its response and honoring their limits. By moving slowly and in harmony with the breath, fascia and muscles can soften, lengthen, and release without resistance.
This whole-body approach assesses and prioritizes restrictions and discomfort, recognizing that the source of pain may lie away from the site of tension. Treating the dominant restriction first allows compensatory strain throughout the system to unwind, restoring natural alignment and ease. Research, including work popularized by Amy Cuddy shows that posture and movement influence mental states just as our mental states influence our posture. This profound bidirectional connection highlights the effectiveness of a consistent movement or yoga practice.
All levels and ages are invited to join our group classes and private sessions. You are invited to bring a sense of loving curiosity into the body and use the breath to explore sensations and patterns. As the nervous system settles and the body regains balance, healing unfolds in a gentle and profound integration of body, mind, and spirit. Research in psychology and attachment styles indicates that when people experience insecure or disrupted attachment with caregivers — which occurs in roughly four out of ten adults — yoga supports the development of a healthier, more secure attachment to oneself.
Pricing: $125 (Sliding Fees Available)