Welcome to Evalena Yoga

Yoga therapy involves applying the principles and practices of yoga to promote health and well-being through a therapeutic relationship. This includes personalized assessment, goal setting, lifestyle management, and yoga practices for individuals or small groups. To practice yoga therapy, one must undergo specialized training and skill development to support the client/student and effect positive change for the individual. As yoga therapists, we prioritize creating a safe environment for learning and healing and conduct ourselves in accordance with the principles of yoga. We adhere to the ethical principles of yoga laid out by Patanjali in the first two limbs of the eight-limbed path (yama and niyama) and strive to incorporate these principles into our professional practice. 

Source: International Association of Yoga Therapist (IAYT)

A therapeutic yoga session includes asana (postures), pranayama (breath control), and meditation. I have worked with students who are recovering from a recent surgery, in treatment or experiencing  health challenges. I have also practiced with students who are struggling with life-changing diseases, chronic pain, and change of life circumstances due to grief, aging, and mental health issues like depression, post-traumatic stress, and anxiety. The healing art of yoga works and is a practice that is accessible for every beautiful body meeting you right where you are. 

International Association of Yoga Therapists (IAYT)-certified yoga therapists are committed to responsible and ethical practice. I have been a member of the IAYT since 2014 and have the great privilege to have taught 1000's of private and group therapeutic sessions to students of all all ages and body types.