Kristen Boyle * Yoga Therapist * Somatic Coach.
Live Embodied * Uplevel YOU!
Yoga therapy is the application of the tools of yoga with the specific intention for presence, self-discovery, to facilitate healing physical, mental, and emotional health issues. It combines traditional yoga postures (asanas), breathing techniques (pranayama), meditation, and guided imagery to promote overall well-being.
SSomatics is a field of bodywork honors the body's innate wisdom and capacity for healing through movement and relaxation techniques, helping you deepen bodily awareness to cultivate greater embodiment, presence, and vitality in everyday life.
Embodiment is a practice of making your psycho-emotional-spirital tangible by becoming present to sensations in the body. It's focus is embracing the fullness of our physical existence and living life with presence, authenticity, and vitality. By honoring the body as a source of wisdom and insight, we recognize its central role in shaping our experiences and perceptions of the world.
Healing exists at all levels. Together, we explore the physical to access and engage the psycho-emotional-spiritual.
Our work is collaborative. Because you already have all the answers. Sometimes all you need is a guide.
I am a Denver-based Phoenix Rising Yoga Therapist, Somatic Coach, Yoga Teacher and Teacher Trainer.
I work with YOU in partnership, so you can
Live*Life*Better.
Start where you are * Have patience with yourself * Trust the process.
In the tender times of life and all of its' phases and transitions, you deserve the support that comes from experience. Rooted in my personal experience, and developed through years of study and training, I engage in a partnership with you, for you, as a guide through your process.
Working together, you will learn how to live embodied as you become more aware of your own breath and body sensations, which are constantly responding to cues from the environment and your own life experience. By that deepening your experience of yourself, you will become aware of patterns in body and mind, how to work with and change those patterns, and how to create a pathway for healing. I am dedicated to help you to recognize and remove obstacles that are preventing you from Living. Life. Better. Because I believe you can. |
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Certifications:
200 hour Yoga Teacher + 300 hour Yoga Teacher (Registered with Yoga Alliance E-RYT500)
800 hour Yoga Therpist (Registered with International Alliance of Yoga Therapists, IAYT)
700 hour Thai Yoga Massage
200 hour Yoga Teacher + 300 hour Yoga Teacher (Registered with Yoga Alliance E-RYT500)
800 hour Yoga Therpist (Registered with International Alliance of Yoga Therapists, IAYT)
700 hour Thai Yoga Massage
What is Yoga Therapy?
Yoga therapy is a holistic approach that uses yoga practices and principles to address physical, mental, and emotional health issues. It combines traditional yoga postures (asanas), breathing techniques (pranayama), meditation, and guided imagery to promote overall well-being.
Key aspects of yoga therapy:
1. **Personalized Practice**: Yoga therapy is tailored to meet the specific needs of an individual, taking into account their unique physical and mental health conditions.
2. **Holistic Approach**: It considers the whole person, aiming to balance the body, mind, and spirit.
3. **Conditions Treated**: Yoga therapy can help manage various conditions, including chronic pain, anxiety, depression, cardiovascular diseases, and musculoskeletal problems.
4. **Certified Practitioners**: Practitioners are usually certified yoga therapists who have undergone specialized training in applying yoga techniques for therapeutic purposes.
5. **Evidence-Based**: There is growing scientific evidence supporting the effectiveness of yoga therapy for various health issues, including stress reduction, improving flexibility and strength, and enhancing mental clarity.
Yoga therapy sessions often start with an assessment of the individual's health and lifestyle, followed by a customized yoga program designed to address their specific needs. This approach not only helps in managing symptoms but also promotes long-term health and wellness.
How Can Yoga Therapy help me?
Yoga therapy offers a holistic approach to improve your physical, mental, and emotional well-being through the practice of yoga postures, breathing exercises, meditation, and mindfulness techniques. Here's how it can help you:
1. **Physical Health**: Yoga therapy can alleviate physical ailments such as chronic pain, back pain, arthritis, and injury recovery by improving flexibility, strength, and balance. The practice can also enhance your overall physical fitness and energy levels.
2. **Mental Health**: Yoga therapy promotes relaxation and stress reduction through deep breathing techniques and meditation, which can help manage anxiety, depression, and other mental health conditions. It can also improve sleep quality and boost your mood.
3. **Emotional Well-being**: Yoga therapy encourages self-awareness and introspection, helping you develop a deeper understanding of your emotions and reactions. This can lead to better emotional regulation and increased resilience in dealing with life's challenges.
4. **Mind-Body Connection**: Through yoga therapy, you'll learn to synchronize your breath with movement, fostering a stronger connection between your body and mind. This integration can lead to greater self-awareness, emotional balance, and a sense of inner harmony.
5. **Pain Management**: Yoga therapy teaches techniques for managing and reducing chronic pain, whether it's related to physical injuries, medical conditions, or stress-induced tension. By practicing gentle movements and relaxation techniques, you can alleviate pain and improve your quality of life.
6. **Improved Quality of Life**: By addressing physical discomfort, managing stress, and enhancing overall well-being, yoga therapy can significantly improve your quality of life. It empowers you to take an active role in your health and promotes a sense of vitality and vitality.
Overall, yoga therapy offers a personalized approach to health and wellness that addresses your individual needs and concerns. Working with a certified yoga therapist ensures that you receive tailored guidance and support on your journey to optimal well-being.
Yoga therapy is a holistic approach that uses yoga practices and principles to address physical, mental, and emotional health issues. It combines traditional yoga postures (asanas), breathing techniques (pranayama), meditation, and guided imagery to promote overall well-being.
Key aspects of yoga therapy:
1. **Personalized Practice**: Yoga therapy is tailored to meet the specific needs of an individual, taking into account their unique physical and mental health conditions.
2. **Holistic Approach**: It considers the whole person, aiming to balance the body, mind, and spirit.
3. **Conditions Treated**: Yoga therapy can help manage various conditions, including chronic pain, anxiety, depression, cardiovascular diseases, and musculoskeletal problems.
4. **Certified Practitioners**: Practitioners are usually certified yoga therapists who have undergone specialized training in applying yoga techniques for therapeutic purposes.
5. **Evidence-Based**: There is growing scientific evidence supporting the effectiveness of yoga therapy for various health issues, including stress reduction, improving flexibility and strength, and enhancing mental clarity.
Yoga therapy sessions often start with an assessment of the individual's health and lifestyle, followed by a customized yoga program designed to address their specific needs. This approach not only helps in managing symptoms but also promotes long-term health and wellness.
How Can Yoga Therapy help me?
Yoga therapy offers a holistic approach to improve your physical, mental, and emotional well-being through the practice of yoga postures, breathing exercises, meditation, and mindfulness techniques. Here's how it can help you:
1. **Physical Health**: Yoga therapy can alleviate physical ailments such as chronic pain, back pain, arthritis, and injury recovery by improving flexibility, strength, and balance. The practice can also enhance your overall physical fitness and energy levels.
2. **Mental Health**: Yoga therapy promotes relaxation and stress reduction through deep breathing techniques and meditation, which can help manage anxiety, depression, and other mental health conditions. It can also improve sleep quality and boost your mood.
3. **Emotional Well-being**: Yoga therapy encourages self-awareness and introspection, helping you develop a deeper understanding of your emotions and reactions. This can lead to better emotional regulation and increased resilience in dealing with life's challenges.
4. **Mind-Body Connection**: Through yoga therapy, you'll learn to synchronize your breath with movement, fostering a stronger connection between your body and mind. This integration can lead to greater self-awareness, emotional balance, and a sense of inner harmony.
5. **Pain Management**: Yoga therapy teaches techniques for managing and reducing chronic pain, whether it's related to physical injuries, medical conditions, or stress-induced tension. By practicing gentle movements and relaxation techniques, you can alleviate pain and improve your quality of life.
6. **Improved Quality of Life**: By addressing physical discomfort, managing stress, and enhancing overall well-being, yoga therapy can significantly improve your quality of life. It empowers you to take an active role in your health and promotes a sense of vitality and vitality.
Overall, yoga therapy offers a personalized approach to health and wellness that addresses your individual needs and concerns. Working with a certified yoga therapist ensures that you receive tailored guidance and support on your journey to optimal well-being.