What is Yoga Therapy

IAYT (The International Association of Yoga Therapists) Definition Yoga therapy is the process of empowering individuals to progress toward improved health and well-being through the application of the teachings and practices of Yoga.

Yoga Therapy: A Personalized Path to Healing

Yoga therapy serves as a complementary approach to healing, aiming to reduce symptoms, improve well-being and ultimately achieve freedom from ailments based on individual conditions. It encompasses a range of intentional techniques such as movement, postures, breathwork, and meditation or visualization, which are utilized to promote both physical and spiritual healing. Distinguishing itself from regular yoga classes, yoga therapy stands out due to its customized approach. Each session is tailored to suit the unique needs of the individual, ensuring that their specific requirements are addressed during the healing process.

Throughout my experience as a Yoga Therapist, I have worked with students suffering from a myriad of conditions, including chronic pain, stress, depression, anxiety, migraines, headaches, back pain, neck pain, sleep apnea, and tinnitus and more. Witnessing and personally feeling enormous improvements in physical, physiological, and emotional health, I firmly believe in the efficacy and healing capability of this practice.

What happens in a Yoga Therapy Session?

If it is the first time we meet, we will go over your intake form, conduct an assessment and discuss your goals and what you want to achieve with yoga therapy. Based on this, I will create a yoga therapy practice for you, which you can take home and practice on your own. This may also include advice on lifestyle and diet. Follow-up sessions are often encouraged to review progress and modify the practice if needed based on progress and/or other developments in your health.

Testimonials

Having Grethe as my yoga therapy teacher has been an incredible experience. Her attention to detail, and her ability to personalize the yoga program to perfectly suit my specific needs was very helpful. With her deep understanding of anatomy and keen intuition, she tailored each session to address my individual challenges and goals. Under her guidance, I felt supported and challenged to explore my yoga practice. Thanks to Grethe’s expertise and personalized approach, I experienced significant improvements in both my physical and mental well-being. I am truly grateful for her dedication, and I highly recommend her as a yoga teacher. ~ Katie

Grethe introduced me to yoga about 5 years ago, and in that time I haven't found another teacher that comes close to being as good as she is. Anyone that has been to one of her practices' knows that she has the perfect demeanor, with a soothing and calming voice that puts you in the ideal headspace to get the most out of the session. She knows just the right time to help you adjust to find your best possible stretch and also knows when to step back to allow you to evolve and grow. Grethe is an excellent teacher who has plenty to offer those practicing yoga at every level. 
~ Adam Wenn