06/06/2026
What even is YOGA as THERAPY?
Yoga therapy is a specialized practice that uses yoga and ayurvedic principles to address specific health conditions or concerns. It combines traditional yoga and ayurvedic practices with modern medical knowledge to create individualized therapeutic interventions. The primary goal is to support health and healing on a physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual level.
Key components of yoga therapy include:
• Functional Movement
- improve musculoskeletal function
• Breathwork
- support nervous system regulation
• Meditation and Mindfulness
- encourage greater self-awareness
• Lifestyle Recommendations
- develop sustainable change
• Relaxation Techniques
- promote deep rest
It is often used to address a wide range of health issues, including:
• Chronic pain
• Anxiety and Depression
• Cardiovascular conditions
• Respiratory complications
• Gastrointestinal function
• Musculoskeletal constraints
• Sleep disturbances
• Substance Abuse disorders
Yoga therapists work with individuals to create personalized programs that consider their unique health conditions, goals, and limitations. This holistic approach aims to empower individuals to take an active role in their healing process and maintain a balanced lifestyle.
Interested? Learn more @ www.kineticwellnessla.com.
PS. The attached photo is of Hollie Lloyd, certified yoga therapist, and is a visual representation of the impact yoga and yoga therapy have made in her life.
