Banyan Tree Yoga Therapy

Mission

Through the use of customized yoga therapy, to safely support individuals in finding the seed of healing within so that they may flourish and enjoy life. To do so, we employ the ancient healing wisdom of yoga. But, the tools and practices of yoga are diverse (not just physical!) and must be customized to benefit the special needs and goals of the individual. For this reason, we are fully dedicated to the practice of yoga therapy, which best serves a variety of conditions, concerns, and marginalized communities with unique therapeutic needs.

Yoga Therapy?

In the West, yoga therapy is an emerging modality of complementary healthcare, but it is also an ancient practice that has proven itself over time. While allopathic medicine treats the condition, yoga therapy is a fantastic adjunct practice since it is a means of treating the person living with the condition. At its heart, the practice is fundamentally about reducing suffering, no matter how it presents within the individual, and addressing the individual as a whole -- physically, mentally, and psycho-spiritually. Read more about Yoga Therapy here.

New to Yoga?

Has your health care provider told you about the benefits of yoga, but you're hesitant about going to a studio for a group class? A private individual or group session is a great way to introduce you to the practice. Book a private class or a yoga therapy consultation and enjoy a fully personalized, nurturing experience designed specifically for you (or your group) in a truly intimate setting with 100% of teacher attention focused on your needs and goals. Reach out to discuss any special requests. Rates vary based on program or private, location, topics, and numbers.

Under the Shade of the Banyan Tree...

The enormous banyan ("bodhi," in Sanskrit, meaning "awakening") tree has just as vast a history. Native to India, its name comes from merchants, "banias," who in days past, rested beneath them after conducting business. But despite its greatness, this majestic tree appears to grow upside down, with its roots up and branches down. Our human experience can be the same -- sometimes life feels up-side down, or in total disarray, but despite what life tosses us, spending time in shadow is often the most profound way to get to know the light. And so, the banyan now symbolizes the relief and shelter provided by nature to all who seek it. No matter where we've been, the seed to awakening is already within. Take respite...and flourish.