More details on our yoga practices:
These Gentle Yoga Classes focus on calming the nervous system, strengthening the body and soothing the soul. Classes may include some or all of the following practices:
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Gentle yoga postures, sitting, standing and down
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Breathing and relaxation
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Gentle rocking (uroboric/self-soothing) movements to calm the nervous system
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Whole Body Bi-Lateral Stimulation/Cross Brain Integration for trauma release/stress reduction
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Head, neck, shoulder and jaw self-massage
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Massage of the Vagus nerve area on neck (To help move from sympathetic to parasympathetic response)
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Abdominal Massage (Chi Nei Sang)
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iRest (Guided Meditation) for PTSD as taught by psychologist Richard Miller, Ph.D.
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Sighing, yawning, stretching and resting as taught by psychologist Julie Henderson, Ph.D.
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References to Positive Energy, drawing from concepts by psychiatrist Judith Orloff, M.D.
Questions? Contact Hannah Caratti at hannahyoga@sonic.net or 707-494-7470/text.