What is Yoga Therapy?
As there are many styles of yoga, there are many answers to this question. Michael Lee, founder of Phoenix Rising Yoga Therapy (www.pryt.com), defines Yoga Therapy as; “a practice or method that produces a change from one state of being to another state of being that is enhancing.” This is his shortest, simplest way of describing the overall power of Yoga Therapy without being exclusive to any type or style. Phoenix Rising is unique because it is more psychologically therapeutic while still being body-oriented and it empowers individuals to recognize their own abilities to create positive life change. Other Yoga Therapies are more physically therapeutic and prescriptive in nature.
Body-centered therapy for the body, mind, and spirit.
Phoenix Rising Yoga Therapy is a form of bodywork based on the reality that the mind and the body are not separate and that the connection between them can tell us a lot about what's happening in our lives. As we struggle to keep up with the hectic pace of life, we may find ourselves looking for simplicity, inner peace, deeper meaning and for a way to heal our bodies, spirits and our lives. Phoenix Rising Yoga Therapy is a way to connect to that deeper part of ourselves that knows how to support and guide us.
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Everything you need to know is inside of you.
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A session is one-on-one on the floor on a mat wearing comfortable clothes lasting about 75 – 90 minutes. Through gentle assisted yoga stretches (no yoga experience is necessary), self-reflection, breath work, and dialogue you have the opportunity to become aware of what is happening in your body, your mind, your heart, your life.
Benefits
The benefits may be anything from:
• deep relaxation
• release stress, fears and anxiety
• relief of chronic pain
• emotional release
• past memories
• clarity around life issues
• increased body awareness, strength and flexibility
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...My job as a Practitioner is to create a safe and supported space for you to experience your self as you are in this moment. Beginning sessions will allow you time to connect with yourself in a non-judgmental atmosphere. This type of work will allow you to reach a deeper understanding .of your body, your mind and your spirit.
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Please feel free to contact me at sluggmail@yahoo.com or 206.412.7584 or 378-2521 (on SJI) for more information or a consultation to see if Yoga Therapy is right for you.
Fees
Depending on your goals and intentions so much is possible and I believe a minimum of three sessions is most beneficial to fully embrace the work.
• 75 – 90 minute sessions $90
• Pre-paid series of three sessions $245
House-Calls
House calls may be available on San Juan Island. Please contact me for more information.
Discounts
Receive $10 off if you spend a minimum of 1 hour each week as a volunteer or activist for grassroots organization whose mission is to promote peaceful solutions to a greener future.
If three people you refer receive treatments, you get one FREE!
Barter/trade
Barter/trades of comparable value are absolutely negotiable.
Gift Certificates
Gift certificates may be purchased for any dollar amount.
What People Are Saying
“It was an amazing experience. I have not received work (e.g., massage, counseling, etc.) that has made such an impact on my deeper understanding of my true being. I was surprised to hear how the physical experience was completely linked to the emotional. It was a life-changing experience. Kris is fabulous at her work and has such amazing energy. I trusted her completely and she allowed me space and time to discover myself. Thank you!” --R.S., Speech Language Pathologist
“I wasn’t sure what to expect but Kris put me right at ease. No, much more than that. She invited me into a space where I was totally comfortable and able to open up and explore some things in a way that I hadn’t experienced before.” –E.W., Teacher and Student
“Really excellent touch! Kris is already a fantastic body worker and strong in her yoga experience and I felt she also did a great job of mirroring back what I was saying as opposed to reacting to it or trying to interpret. Her questions were perceptive and in alignment with what were happening. She focused on the physical and allowed me to elaborate on the emotional issues in my time. It felt very safe.” —L.G., Travel Agent
“An opening, an invitation into my emotional world to bring it alive and into my whole person. Kris does a fabulous job at holding space and at encouraging depth in the psyche during poses. I am very grateful for the opportunity to work with Kris and believe that she has a beautiful gift for this work.” --C.C., Massage Therapist
“There are not sufficient words for it. Absolutely amazing and wonderful experience.” –C.T., General Contractor
“Creative, open, nurturing environment in which to be honest without being judged.” –K.O., Retail Sales/Artist
“Extremely relaxing! Kris has an amazing touch and soothing voice, great eye contact.” --L.M., Therapist
“I think I could deepen into the work with multiple sessions. I see where my body may have more to tell me about how I live my life.” --H.P., Psychotherapist
“It was the first time I have been able to emotionally let go in any sort of therapy session. Kris has a very calming voice and touch. It helped bring my overall tension level down. I feel comfortable sharing things with Kris, she doesn’t judge. A very neutral place to express myself.” --S.M., Massage Therapist/Waitress