YOGA

The benefits of yoga for mental health are well documented. Yoga has been proven to alleviate symptoms of depression, anxiety, and stress, while improving positive indicators of well-being, such as mood, gratitude, and meaning in life.
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Meditation

Meditation is learning to be still. It is a practical means for calming yourself, for letting go of your biases and seeing what is, openly and clearly.

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Mindfulness

The practice of being deliberately aware from moment to moment of your conscious experience. It is the state of tuning in to the stream of your thoughts and emotions as they flow and staying in the present moment with awareness.

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Breathing

Conscious breathing is the foundation of yoga. If you are breathing consciously, you are doing yoga. Period. All of the benefits of yoga start with tuning into your breath. Conscious breathing soothes the nervous system, alleviating stress and anxiety while lowering blood pressure and calming your heart.

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Postures

Also called “asanas,” postures are the physical practice of yoga. Yoga postures are more than a fitness exercise, but rather a means of forming cognitive awareness. You may experience anxiety, tension, or stress physically in your body. Tense shoulders? Tight jaw? Furrowed eyebrows? Yoga postures provide insight into how to alleviate these physical symptoms.

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How do I use Yoga in Counseling?

I’m glad you asked. My approach is person-centered and not one-size-fits-all. Simply put, I integrate principles and practices from yoga into the counseling process when the client wants it and when it can be helpful and effective.

This most frequently looks like self-compassion meditations, mindfulness techniques, and practices for breath and body awareness.

I also provide psycho-education on postures that may be helpful for specific issues, like excessive worrying or social anxiety.