FAQs
- How did you get started doing this type of work?
After a radical hysterectomy in 1998, I was diagnosed with late-stage ovarian cancer and treated for it with chemotherapy in 1999. During that time, I found that Yoga, which I had practiced off and on since I was a teen-ager, was the only physical activity that I could do with any comfort - that, and a little bit of walking. I had been accustomed to a lot of physical activity, and had enjoyed all that, but the muscle weakness and achey joints from the chemo made my usual level of activity impossible. Yoga not only helped my body continue to function in a healthy way but also helped relieve insomnia and anxiety. After my recovery, I continued to study Yoga, and, wanting to go deeper into the practice, I studied for an received teacher certification. I now teach Integral Yoga to Healthy populations and adaptive Integral and restorative Yoga to people living with cancer and chronic illness. I love what Yoga does for me, and I love sharing that strength, flexibility and peace with others.
- What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a provider in your area of work?
Your Yoga teacher should have both training and experience to serve you properly. Don't be shy about asking a teacher where she trained and what style of Yoga she teaches. She should have at least 200 hours and be a Registered Teacher with the National Yoga Alliance. If you have specific physical or emotional issues, you should be able to find a qualified teacher who can help you with them. Our teachers have extra training for prenatal Yoga, Yoga for back-care, Yoga for people who are living with cancer and other chronic illness, Yoga for people with arthritis, Yoga for people in 12-step recovery programs. We are well-trained to serve you better.