Yoga Therapy
supporting the physical body, energetic body, mind, and spirit
Somatics and Breathwork
heal your body and mind as one through finding freedom in your movement and exploration with your breath and quiet for your mind
Chronic Pain
Chronic pain is pain has been persistent 12 weeks or longer. Presents as back pain, consistent headaches/migraine, joint pain, neck pain
Depression
Depression can be chronic or situational. Some signs of depression are, lack of energy, change in appetite, feelings of numbness or emptiness, suicidal ideations, lack of motivation, lack of excitement, a desire to isolate
Anxiety
Similar to depression, anxiety can be chronic or situational. Some signs of anxiety are feeling restless, fast heart rate, breath rate, headaches, feeling light headed or dizzy, worry, irritability, insomnia
Recovery
Some signs you may need recovery support are dependence on person, substance, or item; seeking control; looking for numbness or emptiness; experiencing chronic pain, depression, or anxiety
Behavioral Health Issues
Wellness plans for individuals who are feeling unsupported through diagnoses such as Bipolar Disorder, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Disruptive behavior and dissocial disorders, and many more
ADHD
Those with ADHD may be experiencing sensory issues, inability to focus, impulsive decisions, and forgetfulness
Chronic Fatigue
Chronic Fatigue can look like brain fog, sleep problems, and hard to move through/ make it through daily activities
Trauma
Trauma can be PTSD, compassion fatigue, transgenerational, collective, complex, developmental, self- destructive behavior, emotional outburst, insomnia, guilt and shame
Chronic Stress
Chronic stress might look like low energy, extreme changes in behavior, nervousness/ anxiety, changes in appetite
Digestive Issues
Digestive issues can present as bloating, constipation/diarrhea, pain, vomiting, Chron’s disease, and IBS
Insomnia
Insomnia may look like difficulty falling asleep, waking up during the night or too early, irritability, anxiety, and/or depression
OCD
Obsessive thoughts that lead to repetitive behaviors. May present as anxiety around unwanted thoughts, repeating acts to a point of it interfering with your day to day life, ordering or arranging things to a point of it interfering with your day to day life
Obsession
Obsessions can have similarities with OCD and Addiction- but it is not exactly the same. Obsessions can cause inconvenience but typically do not interfere with daily functioning examples include spending too much time on social media, watching too much TV, cancelling plans to workout.
Codependency
Codependency can present as a lack of boundaries with others, a need for control, a desire to be the caretaker, difficulty making decisions, and trouble expressing feelings.
Kids' Corner
Yoga Therapy can be as supportive for youth as it is for adults. Youth ages 6+ can work individually with a yoga therapist. Virtual sessions are available for ages 13 and older.
Read More About Ages 6-12
For youth under the age of 13 it is better to work in person to support them in being present, feeling safe and comfortable with the yoga therapist, and make sure all information is relayed cleary and efficiently
Free Consultation
Is yoga therapy right for you? Schedule your free 15 minute consultation here.
FAQs
How is yoga therapy different from traditional therapy?
A therapist is trained to diagnose and treat mental and emotional health issues through talk therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, or other evidence- based approaches to support their client. Yoga Therapists do not diagnose- they work with the diagnoses or complaint from the client (or their treatment team), and support them in creating a supportive routine to ease suffering caused by the diagnosis/complaint.
How is yoga therapy different from physical or occupational therapy?
Occupational and Physical therapists support clients on a physical level, yoga therapists support clients physical body, energetic body, mind, and spirit/spirituality following the beliefs and comfort level of the client!
What is a typical goal for a client with physical ailments?
Goals are made by the client, however a common goal is pain free range of motion.
What is a typical goal for a client with mental health ailments?
Goals are made by the client:
- Confidence is one’s ability to move through mental discomfort
- Self-compassion/ Self-Support
- Less/ no suffering caused by the diagnosis or complaint
- Find more joy in life
What if a person has never done yoga before?
I personally believe that is the best place to start- Though yoga and yoga therapy have similarities they are not the same thing. A background in yoga is not required or necessary to work with a yoga therapist. Working with a yoga therapist 1:1 can support you in feeling empowered and prepared if you are ever interested in joining group yoga classes as well.
How long is a typical session?
Intake: 30-60 minutes
Yoga Therapy session:60 minutes
Are other modalities used in yoga therapy sessions?
Yoga therapy uses Ayruvedics in the framework, and Kierstin adds her background in mindful self compassion and trauma sensitive yoga into some sessions.
How do you develop a routine for your clients to do independently?
We have a conversation about their lifestyle and ability to self-motivate so we can create a routine that fits into their life. Depending on how the client feels about moving through their routine independently we may meet more often in the beginning as the habit is being built, or they may be offered resources like videos, voice recordings, or encouraged to text me for accountability. The goal is to create a routine that doesn’t feel overwhelming or unattainable so the routine may be combined with an activity the client already has in their schedule.
How long is a typical routine for your clients to do independently?
Dependent on the client: Typically ranges from 5-60 minutes
Some clients will be asked to do something multiple times a day and other clients will be asked to commit to something once a week.
How often will you meet with clients?
Dependent on the client and the support they need. Typically weekly to start, however some need more support in the beginning and we might meet 3-5 times a week others I may meet with once a month.
What is your intake process?
Think of our intake as getting coffee with a friend! This time is all YOU. I want to hear all about you and your life. What makes you smile? What’s your family like? What does a typical day in your life look like? Why are you interested in yoga therapy? What’s your favorite song? After you tell me all about you, I will share a little about myself to make sure we feel like a good fit. We will then discuss any questions about yoga therapy and what yoga therapy will look like in your life. Together we will create a starting plan,and schedule our first session!
How much does this cost?
Intake:$75
Yoga Therapy: $111/hr
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