Yoga Therapy

C-IAYT

What is Yoga Therapy

According to the International Association of Yoga Therapists (IAYT), Yoga Therapy is the process of employing yoga practices to help individuals improve their overall health and well-being. It involves using yoga techniques such as postures (Asana), breath control (Pranayama), meditation, sound, and relaxation to address specific physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual challenges.

What Can You Expect:

Yoga therapy consists of one-on-one private sessions available in both in-person and virtual formats. Currently, all sessions are conducted in-office (unless virtual is preferred), except for asana (posture) practices, which are available online.

Yoga Therapy is more than a Posture Practice:

Each session may include yoga nidra, guided meditations, gentle postures, breathing exercises (pranayama), Ayurvedic tips, mindfulness practices, and journaling prompts. Rooted in ancient yoga philosophy, these sessions aim to help clients understand and address their unique challenges.

Yoga Therapy Training

Jessica has been trained with over 1000 hours (two year training program) in Yoga Therapy. She is equipped to integrate the ancient wisdom of yoga with modern psychotherapeutic techniques. She offers personalized Yoga Therapy that addresses the holistic health needs of individuals.

Jessica's comprehensive training includes an understanding of Subtle Bodies (non-physical layers of energy, mind, and spirit that influence overall well-being), Adaptive/Accessible Yoga, Trauma-Informed Yoga, Ayurveda informed (ancient holistic healing system that focuses on balancing the body's energies through diet, lifestyle, and natural therapies), Yoga Nidra (guided meditation practice that induces deep relaxation and conscious awareness), and Pranayama applications (breath control).

Additionally, Jessica has also completed advanced training in The Biology and Psychology of Yoga, Sound Healing, Group Yoga Therapy, and specialized Yoga Therapy interventions for conditions like memory loss and pre-and-post operative care. Jessica is also a 500-hour Registered Yoga Teacher (Yoga Alliance).

Who Can Benefit from Yoga Therapy?

Yoga therapy is suitable for a wide range of individuals, including:

Those experiencing stress, anxiety, or depression

Individuals with chronic pain or physical ailments

People looking to enhance their overall well-being and mindfulness

Anyone seeking personal growth and self-discovery

Individuals recovering from trauma or emotional challenges

Those interested in exploring the chakra system for balance and harmony

Individuals looking to complement their traditional medical treatments with holistic practices