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Can Yoga Therapy Really Help Improve Your Mental Health?
Kristin Cancilla • Apr 29, 2020
Today, over 25 million Americans suffer from a debilitating physical condition as a direct result of a mental health issue. This alarming statistic
has many health care professionals looking for a solution. Some therapists and their clients believe yoga therapy is the solution.
Yoga therapy takes a different approach to traditional betrayal trauma and addiction treatments. As a key component in your treatment plan, yoga also contributes to your overall holistic well-being. It encourages mindfulness, nutrition, and connection to your physical body.
Yoga + Therapy = Yoga Therapy and why it's so powerful
Yoga is seen by many as a form of fitness exercise. It is also a technique that aims to unify the mind, body, and spirit. It combines breathing work, meditation, and physical postures. When used together, it will improve both your mental and physical health at the same time. Many certified yoga instructors say it helps with anxiety, insomnia, and pain.
Thrive Relational Recovery recommends yoga therapy to everyone suffering from anxiety, depression, or trauma issues. Participating in regular yoga therapy sessions can bring peace to your mind. Plus, improve your mental wellness. Furthermore, yoga participation will help you deal with the stressful events of daily life.
If your mental health issues are left untreated, they can affect every aspect of your life. You may not realize the impact stress, anxiety, or betrayal trauma has on your physical health. The physical effects can be painful and life-altering.
Yoga therapy is growing in popularity. We are seeing more therapists implementing yoga sessions in their treatment plans. As a result, their clients are healing and find everyday life feels better than ever.
How does Yoga Therapy help you?
At Thrive, we believe it is crucial to your healing plan to bring body, mind, and soul together. Our certified therapists will guide you through a holistic well-being experience.
As you begin to work with a Thrive yoga therapist, they will create a safe and non-judgmental environment for you. It is in this place that your therapist will help you identify the root causes of your issues. Together you will discover the correlation of your physical and emotional symptoms. Your therapist will create a treatment plan specific to your needs and goals.
Many of our clients report they have more energy and less insomnia. Other common benefits include:
- Less anxiety
- Increased awareness
- Ability to calm the mind
- Less stress
- Clarity of mind
- More focus
Is yoga therapy right for you?
First, it's always best to talk to your health care provider before starting any physical activity. If you are looking for information or answers on how yoga therapy can help your treatment plan, Thrive Relational Recovery
can help you.
Schedule A Yoga Therapy Session
Our focus is to ensure you feel safe working with us. Our certified yoga therapists understand how to help you heal from your addictions and trauma. Their training, sensitivity, and passion lead to healing the mind, body, and spirit.
Contact a therapist today! We can work with you to determine if yoga therapy is the right treatment for your healing plan.
Written by
KRISTIN CANCILLA
I am a Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT-200), a certified Trauma-Informed Yoga Therapist (TIYT), and am currently working toward training and certification in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).
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