Therapeutic Yoga in Tampa

You've heard yoga can help you, but you're not sure how

Everyone is suggesting yoga to you but it either scares you, turns you off or confuses you. You are wondering isn't yoga hard and only for flexible people? And how can stretching and moving your body really help how you feel?

Or you’ve taken yoga classes, but something still feels missing

You’re not getting the experience you hoped for, and you’re starting to wonder if you are doing something wrong. Maybe you’re craving something deeper, more connected, or more personal.

Discover healing through personalized therapeutic yoga​

Therapeutic yoga blends mental health counseling with the wisdom of yoga, an ancient practice designed to reduce pain and suffering—both physical and emotional.

What is yoga?

Yoga is a practice that connects the body, mind, and breath through movement, meditation, and breathing exercises. Originating in India, yoga includes physical poses, meditation and breathing techniques.
Yoga is more than just physical exercise—it’s also a spiritual and philosophical practice. Yoga is defined as stilling the activity of the mind. By focusing deeply, practitioners can better understand themselves, heal their pain and find inner peace. ​Whether it's improving physical health, enhancing mental focus, or supporting spiritual growth, yoga promotes balance and self-awareness.

How can therapeutic yoga help you?

Therapeutic yoga improves self-connection, calms the nervous system, and supports integration of mind and body. It is beneficial for:
  • Individuals already in therapy who want a complementary healing practice.
  • Those seeking an alternative to traditional talk therapy.
  • Anyone curious about yoga but unsure where to start.
  • People who feel intimidated by yoga or believe they "can't do it."
  • People with an existing yoga practice but want something deeper.
Research has shown that yoga can be highly effective in supporting healing from trauma, grief, anxiety, and depression, offering both emotional relief and physical health.

Common myths about yoga

Myth: Yoga is only for the flexible.
Truth: Yoga is for every body type—big, small, tall, short, strong, weak, flexible, or not.
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​Myth: Yoga is only for thin and lean individuals.
Truth: Yoga welcomes all shapes and sizes.

Myth: Yoga lacks scientific support.
Truth: Research consistently supports yoga’s benefits for physical and mental health, including trauma recovery (see Yoga Resources below).

Myth: Yoga is just another form of exercise.
Truth: While movement is a part of yoga, it’s not the ultimate goal. Yoga also includes breathwork, meditation, and mindfulness practices that cultivate mental clarity, emotional balance, and inner peace.

What to expect in a therapeutic yoga session

  • Wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing that allows for free movement.
  • We start with a discussion about your background, movement history, and any specific physical or emotional concerns.
  • ​Together, we explore your personal goals and what you’d like to achieve through yoga.
  • You’ll receive education on the foundational principles and techniques of yoga to build a strong base.
  • I will guide you through tailored movements, meditation practices, and/or breathwork designed to meet your unique needs.
  • At the end of the session, you’ll receive a personalized practice to continue between sessions, helping you progress at your own pace.
Therapeutic Yoga in Tampa
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Take the next step....

Are you ready to explore the benefits of therapeutic yoga? Learn more about me or call now to start your journey toward feeling better in your body and mind.

Yoga resources 

"Yoga is not about touching your toes,
it is about what you learn on the way down." 
Jigar Gor 
"Yoga is the journey of the self, through the self, to the self."
The Bhagavad Gita