Yoga Therapy
The Journey towards increased Joy and Quality of Life
Yoga Therapy is the professional application of the principles and practices of yoga to promote health and wellbeing within a therapeutic relationship that includes personalised assessment, goal setting, lifestyle management and yoga practices for individuals or small groups.
- The International Association of Yoga Therapists (IAYT)
What is It
Yoga therapy undertakes a holistic view of the person, utilising yogic models to assess and identify both areas of strength and imbalance, in all layers (koshas) of being.
It applies yoga practices to support your journey towards wellness.
The aim is to improve where possible, and sustain, health and wellbeing, but most importantly perhaps provide tools to manage your condition.
It can address a variety of conditions and issues, ranging from musculoskeletal issues, to digestive conditions and mental health problems. This can be in addition to existing treatment you may be receiving through the NHS or privately or it could be the sole intervention.
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
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What to Expect
Yoga Therapy can range from a one-off intervention, a few sessions (3 sessions minimum recommended), or a long term course of treatment.
These could be weekly, fortnightly or monthly depending on your needs and level of commitment.
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Services are available to anyone over 16* years of age.
Agreement of treatment will be confirmed once an initial screening is completed.
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Yoga therapy can be offered online or in person, in your own home or with prior arrangements at the Canterbury Yoga studio annex or in my own private space.
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*If you are 16-18 years old, parental consent must also be obtained.
The Specifics
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1-1 therapy sessions or small groups (by prior arrangement)
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First session to include a detailed assessment of current needs, medical history and history of triggers, current goals and priorities.
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Tailor made, individualised practice including yoga postures, breathing practices and mindfulness techniques.
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Clear instructions and recordings to go home with to support your home practice.
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Review of home practice and current needs to adapt accordingly in subsequent sessions.
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Costs
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Initial session (90 Minutes) - £69
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Follow up sessions (60 minutes) - £46
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Starter Bundle (1x 90 minutes & 4x 60 minutes) - £230 to be used within 6 months
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Follow Up Bundle (5x 60 minutes) - £200 to be used within 6 months
Book an Appointment
For more information and informal chat email: info@integratedyatrayoga.co.uk
"Yoga Therapy has helped me address a number of issues, some of which came up unexpectedly for me. Jo has an excellent way of teaching and I was able to talk about emotional issues which came up which I thought I had already dealt with"
