In this episode, we explore therapists' challenges in integrating yoga into their practice and embracing a new identity as a yogi. We will discuss professional boundaries, cultural considerations, client misconceptions, and building competence and confidence. We will also look at practical advice, such as starting with breathwork, creating personal yoga practices, and seeking support within the therapist community. I will share personal experiences and encourage therapists to adopt a gradual approach to help them integrate yoga and therapy.

"As therapists, we often focus on guiding our clients towards healing, self-discovery, and the present moment awareness. Yoga can offer us a unique opportunity to do that with clients, to help them connect deeply with their own bodies, minds, and spirits, and to bring that sense of grounding and authenticity into our therapeutic work." -Chris McDonald

• Embracing the Yogi Identity
• Overcoming Obstacles to Integration
• Role Clarity and Professional Boundaries
• Training and Competence
• Client Perceptions and Misunderstandings

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In this episode, I will address the myths and misconceptions surrounding the integration of yoga into clinical therapy sessions. We will discuss the common belief that yoga is just about physical exercise and stretches and delve into its broader mental, emotional, and spiritual benefits. This episode will debunk myths such as requiring those practicing to be naturally flexible and its supposed religious connotations. We also discuss the evidence-based benefits of yoga, the ethical considerations for integrating it into therapy, and the importance of personal practice for therapists.

"You cannot be an effective teacher of yoga, even as a therapist, unless you are doing yoga. You must feel these practices. You must really be connected to your body, noticing sensations, and how they feel in your body, in order to be effective.” - Chris McDonald

• Debunking Common Myths
• Yoga Beyond Physical Exercise
• Yoga as a Spiritual Practice
• Ethical Integration of Yoga in Therapy
• Competence and Training for Therapists
• Evidence-Based Benefits of Yoga

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Welcome to Yoga in the Therapy Room! We explore the powerful intersection of yoga and therapy, offering therapists a fresh perspective on integrating yoga practices into their sessions. We will discuss the foundational principles of yoga as a therapeutic tool, and define what integrative yoga truly means in therapy.

We’ll discuss how to incorporate yoga’s physical, mental, and spiritual elements into therapy, enhancing your clients’ healing journey. This episode provides practical insights and tips to help you seamlessly blend these two powerful practices.

Discover how yoga can support emotional regulation, stress reduction, and overall well-being in your clients, and how you can start incorporating these techniques into your practice today.

"If you're breathing, you're doing yoga. You brought mindfulness and awareness to your breath." -Chris McDonald

• Welcome to Yoga in the Therapy Room
• Defining Yoga and Its Integration in Therapy
• Personal Journey and Practical Applications
• Trauma-Informed Yoga Practices
• Inclusivity and Accessibility in Yoga
• Yoga Tools and Techniques for Therapy

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