What is Yoga Therapy?
Yoga Therapy addresses the health of the individual through the lens of the Panchamaya model. This is an Indian Anatomy model that describes 5 fields of the human system; physical body, breath, mind, personality and emotions. Working with any one of these fields creates a ripple effect throughout the whole system- working with all of them can bring optimum health. Yoga therapists are skilled at working with clients using this lens.
○ During an 1:1 initial session your yoga therapist will perform a detailed intake to discover factors that are influencing your current state of health.
○ A physical assessment will establish your base-line mobility, functionality and health goals to determine a comprehensive yoga practice that is just for you.
The following tools will comprise a personally-designed yoga practice for you to do each day.
Physical posture and exercise (asana)
Breath work (pranayama)
Meditation (using guided visualization and imagery)
Sound (listening, singing or chanting)
Self Inquiry (reflection, lifestyle modification)
Find out more about Individual Yoga Therapy sessions offered at Watershed by visiting our website, or calling 612.384.1911 for a free consultation.