PHILOSOPHY | yogatherapistsf

MY PHILOSOPHY

I see the practice of yoga as one of my main pathways to contentment and peace. My background as a modern dancer inspires me to teach grace, playful movement, and the belief in authentic self-expression within one’s practice. I believe that yoga is a personal journey and I encourage students to explore their inner-voice and cultivate silence. Also, I hold a safe place for individuals to empower themselves to be free and have fun.

In my Restorative Yoga class, I foster deep releases and openness through supported postures and gentle massage. In my Prenatal class, I encourage students to listen to their intuition. I use hands-on assists and that create a nurturing, supportive atmosphere to encourage mindfulness and surrender; all the while, I reinforce the unity of breath and alignment.

MY EDUCATION

-Yoga Tree Teacher Training/ Hatha Yoga: 200 hours
-Therapeutic Assisting
-Prenatal Yoga Teacher Training
-Yoga For Clients With Trauma
-Yoga For Clients with Multiple Sclerosis
-Yoga Therapy
-Bachelor of Arts: Saint Mary’s College of California
-Master’s in Education, Interpersonal Communication in Counseling:
Saint Mary’s College of California
-Master’s of Arts: Marriage and Family Therapy:
University of San Francisco

I am trained at San Francisco's Yoga Tree and received her 200hr certification. I continue to deepen my understanding of mindfulness, flow, and alignment through practice and workshops. I am a practicing psychotherapist, with a Masters in Marriage and Family therapy; in short, I combine east and west, mind and body theories in my teaching techniques.