Meet Carly
I am a Yoga Therapist who helps people manage stress, reduce pain, and increase joy in their lives. My extensive education and training include study of anatomy, physiology, kinesiology, biomechanics, yoga philosophy, and the pathology of specific conditions, which guide safe practice. I am enthusiastic about equipping my clients with knowledge and tools which empower them to improve physical, mental, and emotional imbalances through individualized yogic practices.
I am passionate about sharing therapeutic yoga techniques and specialize in providing lifestyle tools and resources for mental health and addiction recovery. My recovery began in 2015 and my yoga practices have been an integral part of my ongoing healing.
Yoga Therapy & the Bio-Psycho-Social-Spiritual Model
One of the primary assessment models used in Yoga Therapy is called the The Panchamaya Kosha Model which consists of five koshas, or sheaths. This framework parallels the bio-psycho-social-spiritual model to address an individual’s needs at every dimension and help guide them toward whole person wellness.
Each sheath is interconnected to all the others, so an imbalance within one layer, affects all the others. Reflecting and understanding all dimensions of oneself can illuminate ways of moving, breathing, thinking, feeling, behaving, and living that enhance or impede us from a healthy and whole state of being. We are multidimensional humans and the physical body is just the tip of the iceberg!
Benefits of Yoga Therapy
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reduce musculoskeletal pain
improve strength, flexibility, and balance
promote restful sleep
improve digestion
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manage stress
enhance self-regulation and coping skills
lift mood
develop mental clarity and attention
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deepen relationship with self
improve relationships
increase self esteem
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build social support
enhance spiritual wellbeing
set goals & manifest dreams
find purpose & meaning
Yoga Therapy Interventions
breathwork
functional movement education
postural awareness
body mechanics
mindful eating
replacement therapy
self-care
cleansing practices
food journaling
self-reflection
meditations
affirmations
mindfulness
mudra (hand genstures)
embodiment practices
somatic movement
visualizations
guided imagery
intention setting
deep relaxation
gratitude