Yoga therapy is.....
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The personalised therapeutic adaption and application of yoga techniques to meet clients needs & interests.
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somatic, embodied, reflective and relational.
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an integrated mind-body approach useful for restoring balance and adaptive functioning to the physical (musculoskeletal), physiological (digestion, respiration, cardiovascular, endocrine and immune), and mental / emotional systems.
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is person-centred and based on what you present with.
What happens in yoga therapy?
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Yoga therapists establish a therapeutic relationship with each client.
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Detailed bio/psychosocial assessments are made.
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Personalised, trauma-informed programmes are developed collaboratively with clients.
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Goal-setting is embedded in the process, ensuring measurable change and client ownership.
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Yoga tools & techniques shared include breath regulation techniques, somatic movement, embodied awareness, guided relaxation and reflective practices.
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Sessions are paced and responsive, recognising trauma sensitivity.
Those who wish to develop their natural wellbeing may find yoga therapy a useful route
Yoga therapy may be used to:
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reduce symptoms of illness or injury
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establish more functional breath and movement patterns
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reduce physical and mental suffering
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improve quality of life
Change comes at a gentle and consistent pace. Yoga therapy aims to create safety in the body through developing body literacy, self trust and self compassion. Working with the body takes care, especially when chronic stress, burn out or trauma is involved. Yoga therapy may help to increase quality of life and agency.
Yoga practice, including breathwork and somatic, embodied movement, forms part of the unfolding discovery process and this fosters regulation of the nervous system so the body has time to open safely, regulate and change.
Yoga therapy may help with many issues and can be appropriate for a wide range of ages and lifestyles as well as those looking for a healthier way of life. All that is needed from the client is the desire to help themselves and the willingness to practise regularly.
Practise of a person-centred yoga therapy programme may help:
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you become more aware of posture and breathing,
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promote relaxation, aid sleep and relieve tension,
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contribute to an increased sense of wellbeing and a positive mood.
THERAPEUTIC YOGA
SMALL GROUPWORK
Working with yoga therapeutically is about the whole person.
Therapeutic-yoga sessions differ from general yoga classes:
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Client-review before programme entry
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Integration of personalised goals
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Prioritisation of nervous system tracking
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Encouragement of self-compassion and body literacy
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Small group delivery
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More paced and adaptive approach to client needs
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Working responsively and relationally
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Modification of practices to suit diverse physical and emotional needs
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Session emphasis on safety, agency and choice, enabling clients to rebuild trust in their bodies
One to One
Emphasis is on you. A personalised yoga therapy session caters for your unique circumstances, abilities and goals.
In a yoga therapy initial consultation a medical history will be taken. The body, posture, simple movements and the breath may be observed and issues and concerns discussed. Jo will assess how yoga therapy may help before planning and teaching a practice tailored to your individual needs.
Practices may include one or more of a range of techniques such as posture work, breathing, relaxation, working with sound, reflection, and/or meditation.
A number of sessions are likely to be needed to confirm safe and appropriate practice. Jo understands that many clients seeking yoga therapy might have tried other therapies and feel low on patience.
The Cancer Research UK website includes details of why people with cancer use yoga therapy alongside their medical treatment. This does not mean yoga therapy is a treatment for cancer.
Appointments available & prices
Initial consultation
1 hour
On a sliding scale of £70-£85 per hour
Follow up appointments
1 hour long OR 1.5 hours
£70 per hour, £35 per half hour after that
Develop & build your home practice in a person-centred way.