What Is Yoga Therapy?
Yoga therapy is a personalised, holistic approach that uses yoga practices to support physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing. It’s gentle, evidence-informed, and tailored to your unique needs, helping you build tools that you can carry into everyday life.
Yoga therapy looks at the whole person. Rather than focusing on a single symptom, it considers your body, breath, lifestyle, and nervous system together. Sessions may include movement, breathwork, meditation, philosophy, and/or other practices from the yoga tradition, chosen specifically to support your goals.
It’s collaborative. We work together to explore what feels helpful, what feels possible, and what supports you best. Over time, you build a toolkit you can use independently, at your own pace.
Is yoga therapy right for you?
Yoga therapy can be helpful if you want:
- a gentler, more personalised approach than a group class
- support with stress, pain, or emotional regulation
- practices that feel safe, steady, and adaptable
- a way to reconnect with your body at your own pace
Many people come for support with:
- stress and overwhelm
- fatigue
- pain
- low mood
- anxiety
- sleep difficulties
- challenges with regulation or sensory processing
- rebuilding confidence in movement
You don’t need to have a specific condition. Many people come simply because they want a more personal, gentle, or trauma-aware approach to yoga. Yoga therapy isn’t a replacement for medical or psychological care, but it can sit alongside other treatments as part of a wider support system.
Not sure? A free Discovery Call is a no-pressure chance to talk it through.
What to expect
Your yoga therapy begins with a conversation. We’ll explore what brings you here, what you’re hoping for, and what feels manageable right now. From there, we co-create a programme that may include:
- gentle movement
- breathwork
- guided relaxation
- mindfulness or meditation
- simple practices to explore at home
Sessions are calm, spacious, and shaped around your comfort and capacity. They’re usually weekly for the greatest benefit, with a home practice in between, but fortnightly or monthly sessions are possible if that makes yoga therapy more accessible.
Pricing and booking
Initial appointment (90 minutes): £75
A detailed discussion of your intake form, space to explore your goals, and a personalised practice to start working with straight away.
Ongoing sessions (60 minutes): £60
Tailored sessions co-created with you, around your needs.
Sustained Wellbeing package: £300
If you’d like ongoing support but the cost feels like a barrier, this package is discounted from its full value of £375. You can pay in full at booking or spread the cost over three months.
It includes:
- An initial 90-minute session, where we explore your intake form, your goals, and the direction your yoga therapy might take
- Four 60-minute sessions, held weekly, fortnightly, or monthly, depending on what feels manageable
- A final 60-minute review session, to reflect on the work and consider your next steps, whether that’s continuing, pausing, or exploring something different
A note about flexibility: you’re always free to pause or stop at any time. Because the package is discounted, the full fee remains payable once it has begun, even if you don’t use every session. If you’re unsure whether this suits you, a free Discovery Call is the best place to talk it through.
Accessibility
I’m committed to making yoga therapy as accessible as possible. Once my Community Interest Company (CIC) is established, I’ll be able to offer concessionary places for those who need them. Until then, the Sustained Wellbeing package is the most affordable way to work together.
How to book
- Have a Discovery Call (free), or book directly if we’ve already talked. Discovery Call link · Book in-person yoga therapy· Book online yoga therapy
- Complete your intake form as fully and honestly as you can, so I can offer the most appropriate support.
- Book your first 90-minute appointment. We’ll talk about how often to meet in a way that suits your energy and life.
- Package bookings: after you buy a package, you’ll receive a confirmation email from Acuity with your booking code and a scheduling link. You can book all your sessions straight away or come back to the link later. Many people find it helpful to book a few sessions ahead.
- Pay as you go: book each session individually whenever you need it, with no ongoing commitment.
Please note: you’re responsible for booking your sessions within the timeframe we agree. Booked sessions can be rescheduled (see the terms below), but unused sessions can’t be refunded or carried forward. These boundaries keep the therapeutic container clear.
Where: online yoga therapy is available for mental health support, or if you’d rather work from home. In-person sessions for physical health conditions can take place in your home where that’s the most supportive option, or otherwise in my small therapy room in Moreton Valance, near Gloucester.
Yoga therapy and yoga: what’s the difference?
A yoga class, even a private one, focuses on general wellbeing. Yoga therapy is different.
A yoga therapist has extensive additional training to understand health conditions from a holistic perspective and to choose practices that are appropriate, safe, and supportive for your specific situation. Each programme is co-created with you, bringing together your goals, comfort levels, and lived experience with my training and knowledge. Yoga therapists often work alongside other healthcare or therapeutic professionals, and the work is guided by clear ethical and professional standards.
How yoga therapy helps
A growing body of research is beginning to explain why yoga can feel so transformative. A recent BBC article by Katherine Latham explores how yoga therapy can support people living with a wide range of chronic physical and mental health conditions, and includes insights from researchers and from Heather Mason, founder of The Minded Institute. Some research suggests yoga may increase grey matter and influence key networks in the brain.
My training
I spent almost three years completing the Professional Diploma in Yoga Therapy with The Minded Institute. This Level 6 training includes in-depth study of anatomy, physiology, psychology, and yoga philosophy; research; and supervised client work. The qualification is accredited by the National Council of Integrative Psychotherapists, the British Council of Yoga Therapy and the Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council.
As a Minded Yoga Therapist, I’m bound by a specific code of ethics and regulatory procedures. I work under supervision from both peers and senior therapists, which is part of the reason yoga therapy costs more than private yoga. This ensures the support I offer is safe, ethical, and within my scope of practice.
Registration & Accreditation
The CNHC register is accredited by the Professional Standards Authority, which is accountable to Parliament. This accreditation means you can trust that my training and practice meet national standards for safe and ethical care. My registration number is CNHC08541.
How the CNHC describes yoga therapy:
Yoga Therapy
Those who wish to develop their natural wellbeing may find yoga therapy a useful route. Yoga therapy is taught by yoga teachers with additional training and experience in the therapeutic adaptation and application of yoga. People may be taught one-to-one or in a therapy group setting. Yoga therapy may help with many issues and can be appropriate for a wide range of ages and lifestyles as well as those looking for a healthier way of life. All that is needed from the participant is the desire to help her or himself and the willingness to practise regularly. Through practising a yoga therapy programme the participant may, for example, become more aware of posture and breathing. She/he may also find regular practice can help to promote relaxation, aid sleep and relieve tension; it may help to contribute to an increased sense of wellbeing and a positive mood. In a typical first yoga therapy session a medical history will be taken by the yoga therapist. The body, posture, simple movements and the breath may be observed and issues and concerns discussed. Working with yoga therapeutically is about the whole person. The yoga therapist will then assess how yoga therapy may help before planning and teaching a practice tailored to the needs of that individual. Practices may include one or more of a range of techniques such as posture work, breathing, relaxation, working with sound, reflection, and/or meditation. A number of sessions are likely to be needed to confirm safe and appropriate practice.
The Cancer Research UK website includes details of why people with cancer use yoga therapy alongside their medical treatment. This does not mean yoga therapy is a treatment for cancer.
Choosing a practitioner
It is important to choose a qualified yoga therapist who has undertaken all the necessary training to understand the theory and practice of yoga therapy.
You can check whether a yoga therapist is registered with the Complementary & Natural Healthcare Council (CNHC) by searching the register at http://www.cnhc.org.uk. By choosing yoga therapists registered with the CNHC you can be confident that they are properly trained, qualified and insured.
The CNHC also offers this descriptor as a PDF.
Frequently asked questions
Who is Yoga Therapy for?
Yoga therapy is for anyone who wants personalised support with their physical, mental, or emotional wellbeing. People come for many reasons- stress, fatigue, pain, anxiety, low mood, sensory overwhelm, or simply wanting a gentler, more tailored approach than a group class. You don’t need to be flexible, experienced, or confident to begin.
What happens in a Yoga Therapy session?
We start with a conversation about what brings you here and what feels manageable right now. From there, we explore gentle movement, breathwork, relaxation, or other yoga‑based practices chosen specifically for you. Sessions are calm, spacious, and collaborative- we adjust as we go, based on what feels supportive.
How many sessions of Yoga Therapy will I need?
It varies. Some people come for a short series focused on a specific issue; others prefer longer-term support. After your initial session, I’ll suggest a plan that feels realistic and sustainable, and we’ll review it together as we go.
Can Yoga Therapy work alongside medical or psychological treatment?
Yes. As a complementary therapy, yoga therapy often sits alongside other forms of care. I work within a clear scope of practice and under regular supervision, and I’m happy to collaborate with other professionals involved in your care if that feels helpful.
What’s the difference between Yoga Therapy and private yoga?
Private yoga focuses on general wellbeing. Yoga therapy involves additional training, a deeper understanding of health conditions, and a more tailored, collaborative approach. It’s designed to support your specific needs, at your pace, with practices chosen for your unique situation.
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Terms and conditions for yoga therapy bookings
Please read carefully before you book.
Payment
Pay by card when you book, or contact me for an invoice. Payment is needed in full at least 2 hours before your appointment.
Changing or cancelling appointments
Wherever possible, please give two weeks’ notice if you need to change an appointment.
- 48 hours’ notice or more: full refund or free rescheduling
- Between 24 and 48 hours’ notice: 50% refund
- Less than 24 hours’ notice, or not attending: no refund
This applies in all circumstances and helps keep costs manageable for everyone. If late payments or repeated cancellations occur, I may not be able to offer further appointments. If you’re struggling to pay, please reach out. I’m always happy to discuss options. If I need to cancel and we can’t find a mutually convenient time to reschedule, you’ll receive a full refund for the session.
Intake form
Please complete the intake form as fully and honestly as you can. This helps me offer the most appropriate and supportive experience.
Scope of practice
I am not qualified to work with clients who are pregnant. Some health conditions also have additional requirements before beginning yoga therapy. If you’re unsure, we can discuss this on your Discovery Call.
