Rena's Method
Yoga Therapy & Sound Explorations
What is Yoga Therapy?
​​Yoga therapy looks at whole mind-body-spirit healing from a place of inquiry and exploration, rather from a “you’re broken, let’s fix you” perspective.
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1:1 personalized programming, based on client's individual goals or needs.
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Small group settings, where there is a specific focus based on client's health conditions, and/or overall well being
Did You Know?
Yoga and Yoga Therapy Facts
Did you know yoga may help manage stress?
Yoga combines breathing exercises, meditation, physical practices and more, which may aid in eliciting your relaxation response. When working with a yoga therapist, you will learn practices that best support your individual goals, and with consistent practice over time, may help to increase greater self-awareness and regulation, aiding in better stress management.
Did you know yoga is not just a physical practice?
You may already know yoga can help increase balance, flexibility and strength, but the physical practice (called asana) is only one part within a whole system, called yoga. The practice of yoga, originating from ancient India, has been around for thousands of years, and has evolved into many different styles and approaches. When working with a yoga therapist, you will learn practices that best support your individual goals, and may be introduced to yogic tools, including asana, pranayama (breath work), meditation, mindfulness and more.
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Did you know Yoga Therapy may help support individuals with chronic conditions and/or persistent pain?
Yoga therapy uses a whole-person care approach called the biopsychosocial-spiritual model (BPSS). Pain is complex, and current research shows the effectiveness of whole-person care models when helping people navigate their unique situation. Working with a yoga therapist (as a complementary therapy), you may explore yogic tools such as meditation, mindfulness, breath work, asana (physical practice) and more, which may help support living with a chronic condition with more ease.
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Did you know Yoga Therapy can complement other therapies?
“Yoga therapy can complement physical, occupational and massage therapy; psychotherapy and more. Although yoga therapists do not diagnose or treat diseases, IAYT-certified yoga therapists are trained in anatomy, physiology and mental health; this allows them to interact with clients’ other healthcare professionals effectively and to competently suggest referrals when needed.” - International Association of Yoga Therapists
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How is Yoga Therapy Different Then Going to a Studio Class?
“Although all yoga is potentially therapeutic and healing, yoga therapy is the specific application of yoga tools- postures/exercises, breathwork, meditation techniques, and more to address an individual’s mental, physical and emotional needs.” (https://yogatherapy.health/what-is-yoga-therapy/)
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(Information adapted from Ajna Yoga and Gary Kraftsow’s article, 'The Distinction Between a Yoga Class and a Yoga Therapy Session')
What is the International Association of Yoga Therapists? (IAYT)?
Rena is a certified Yoga Therapist (C-IAYT) from Ajna Yoga.
Ajna Yoga "was awarded accreditation in the first round of announced colleges on June 7, 2014, accredited with the International Association of Yoga Therapists (IAYT)" (Ajna Yoga).
“The International Association of Yoga Therapists (IAYT) was founded in 1989, and consistently championed yoga as a healing art and science. IAYT supports research and education in yoga and serves as a professional organization for yoga teachers. and yoga therapists worldwide. Our mission is to establish yoga as a recognized and respected therapy. https://www.iayt.org/page/LearnAbout
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IAYT-accredited yoga therapy training programs take place over a minimum of 800 hours and 2 years and prepare yoga therapists to safely offer client care in a range of settings." (IAYT.org)
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