Transform Your Well-Being with Yoga Therapy

Guided by Larissa, RYT, LPC, Reiki Level 1 Practitioner, Yoga Therapist Candidate

According to the International Association of Yoga Therapists, "Yoga therapy is the application of the principles and practices of yoga to promote health and well-being, including personalized assessment, goal setting, lifestyle management, and yoga practices for individuals or small groups."

A yoga therapy session begins by understanding your health history, current physical condition, and mental health. From there, you will be offered a personalized practice that may include asana (postures), meditation, mantra, yoga philosophy, and breathing techniques. These practices may serve as additional support for health conditions or mental well-being. The holistic focus of yoga therapy encourages the integration of mind and body.

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What Does a Yoga Therapy Session Entail?

  • Initial Assessment:

    • Begins by understanding your health history, physical condition, and mental health.

    • Tailors treatments to specific ailments, addressing both physical and mental health concerns.

  • Session Structure:

    • Starts with an intake to gather history, concerns, and goals.

    • Offers a personalized practice that may include:

      • Asana (postures)

      • Meditation and mantra

      • Yoga philosophy and mudra (gestures)

      • Breathing techniques

    • Close out with down regulating techniques, time for reflection, and recommendations for practice

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Benefits of Private Yoga Therapy

  • 1:1 Private guidance, tailored to suit the needs and preferences unique to you and your body

  • Targets specific ailments, symptoms, and concerns as they relate to both physical and mental health

  • Helps manage stress and supports balancing your nervous system

  • Increases emotional regulation and helps to broaden your window of tolerance

  • Improves overall physical and mental well-being

Meet Your Instructor

Larissa began her yoga journey during a time when she sought to slow down and cultivate a deeper connection with herself. As a New Jersey Licensed Professional Counselor and yoga instructor, she brings a compassionate approach that integrates mental health and physical awareness. Certified in vinyasa, yin, slow flow, chair, and restorative yoga, Larissa offers personalized practices that support overall well-being. Her unique blend of therapeutic expertise and yoga instruction enables her to provide a supportive environment that helps students connect with their intentions in their practice. 

Larissa is available for Free Consultations and Yoga Therapy Sessions on Thursdays, from 1-5pm. If you are seeking other availability, please proceed with submitting an interest form below and indicating your availability.

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FAQs

  • Yoga Therapy can be beneficial for a variety of conditions, including chronic pain, stress, anxiety, depression, sleep difficulties and emotion regulation. It can also help improve overall wellness and health. 

  • No, Yoga Therapy can be adapted for individuals at any level of fitness and with any amount of yoga experience.

  • There is an initial 60-minute intake session to understand your health history, physical condition, and mental health.

    Each follow-up session is 45 minutes in duration.

  • Wear comfortable clothing that allows for easy movement. 

  • The frequency of Yoga Therapy sessions varies depending on individual goals and specific health conditions. 

  • Yes, please consult with a healthcare provider before beginning Yoga Therapy. This step ensures that the therapy aligns with your specific health needs and any existing conditions are safely managed.

  • Each prospective client receives an optional free 15-minute consultation call to determine if Yoga Therapy is right for them.

    There is an initial 60-minute intake session, which is $220.

    Each 45-minute follow-up session, thereafter, is $165.

  • If you have a Health Savings Account (HSA), Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA), or Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA), you may be able to cover yoga therapy under specific circumstances. Additionally, some insurance companies may reimburse a percentage if yoga therapy is prescribed. Generally, you would submit documentation for reimbursement, such as a doctor's recommendation with a receipt.

    We recommend contacting your insurance company directly to inquire about Out-Of-Network and reimbursement benefits for yoga therapy.