Yoga is a wellness practice that invites the client into balanced living. Beginning with goals created by the client, client and yoga therapist work to create a deeper intention behind these goals using a variety of yoga techniques. Yoga techniques include, but are not limited to, physical movement, yoga postures, adapted breathing techniques, relaxation, meditation, philosophy and yoga psychology. As are appropriate for the client’s belief systems, lifestyle factors such as relationships, attitudes toward work, and personally meaningful spiritual aspects may be explored.
The client is an active participant in the yoga therapy process, with the yoga therapist serving as a companion who supports the client on their journey. Clients are responsible for setting and working toward their chosen goals between sessions.
Sessions are 60 minutes in length and will begin and end on time. It is recommended that the yoga therapist and client meet weekly for the first month to support consistency with goals and intentions.
Assessments or practices may be given between sessions. Clients are encouraged to complete these assignments, as they support progress outside the yoga space and help the yoga therapist tailor sessions effectively.
Therapeutic Boundaries
Yoga therapy is not a licensed healthcare profession and is not used to diagnose or treat a specific illness or injury. All sessions are confidential and will not be discussed outside the session unless the client expresses an intent to harm themselves or others. Conversations during sessions will remain focused on the client, as this is a professional relationship.
The yoga therapist reserves the right to discontinue sessions if the nature of the relationship no longer feels therapeutic. If the yoga therapist suspects—or the client discloses—being under the influence of alcohol or other mind/mood-altering substances during a session, the session will be ended promptly.