“The more consciousness you bring into the body, the stronger the immune system becomes. It is as if every cell awakens and rejoices. The body loves your attention. It is also a potent form of self healing.” – Eckhart Tolle

Yoga therapy addresses myriad conditions physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. One area where this practice has been shown to be particularly effective is in trauma recovery. The mind, body, and soul are inextribably connected, what impacts one will affect another, and yoga therapy is uniquely equipped to help you on your healing journey.

Meredith Phipps is a skilled trauma-informed yoga therapist with years of experience, client-centered care, and a deep respect for collaborating with your team of providers to support you throughout your recovery.

Having trauma” or “experiencing trauma” describe an emotional response to a terrible event such as a car accident or exposure to a violent act. In some situations, the event passes and our nervous system is able to return to a state of safety and regulation, but occasionally it stays “stuck” in that defensive response, causing a constant state of hyper-arousal. It’s as if our internal alarm system remains on high alert, even when the danger has passed.

Left unresolved, this can evolve into other complications such as depression and anxiety, sleep disturbances, and even physical illness. Living in this state can be overwhelming and may affect nearly every other area of our lives.

Our mind and body are wired to protect us from perceived threats activating this heightened arousal system, but did you know our mind and body are also wired to recover? We are literally designed for restoration! This journey takes time and often includes multiple healing modalities such as talk therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and mind-body practices like yoga therapy.

Studies have shown that yoga therapy is exceptionally effective in aiding recovery from trauma. By integrating breathwork, movement, and mindfulness, yoga helps regulate the nervous system and reconnect the mind, body, and soul. It empowers individuals to reclaim a sense of self-confidence and inner peace. Studies have shown yoga therapy is very effective at helping you recover that balance and restore your sense of self-agency and has also been shown to reduce PTSD symptoms more quickly than cognitive processing therapy.

Yoga Therapy can help you build your own inner resources to navigate the challenges of trauma. With caring support, it is possible to find peace, restore balance, and build new confidence. Practices tailored to fit your needs and abilities will help you develop the power to grow, change, and overcome. Most importantly, these practices can help you build a safe, strong, trusting relationship with your own heart, mind, and body. We are designed to partner with our bodies. Imagine your body as a temple where the you are able to bask in the closeness of God, work in harmony with how you were created, and enjoy connection and peace no matter where you find yourself.

Reclaim your balance. Restore your wholeness. Reforge your inner-relationship.