a holistic approach to finding balance
what is yoga therapy?
The professional application of the principles and practices of yoga to promote health and well-being within a therapeutic relationship that includes:
- personalized assessment
- goal setting
- lifestyle management
- yoga practices for individuals or small groups
- International Association of Yoga Therapists
meet tara, your yoga therapist
I am a yoga therapist with a Master of Science degree in Yoga Therapy and a yoga teacher (RYT 500). After retiring from the military I started Metta Yoga Therapy to help others use yoga to find peace and balance in their lives.
services
YOGA THERAPY
SESSION
Yoga therapy sessions tailored to your specific concerns using the teachings and practices of yoga.
PRIVATE YOGA
CLASS
Private yoga classes allow the student to feel comfortable and confident, while receiving one on one, tailored instruction.
OSTEOPOROSIS WORKSHOP
A five session yoga therapy workshop that can help reduce the symptoms of osteoporosis, increase bone density, muscle strength, and balance.
MINDFULNESS AND MEDITATION
The effects of consistent mindfulness and meditation practices have been shown to decrease stress, increase immunity, increase focus and improve self regulation.
REVIEWS
“I took Tara’s classes via Zoom. I was very curious having attended standard yoga classes but never a group yoga therapy class. I was so impressed that she could customize the poses for each of us according to our specific needs. Afterwards I felt rested and grateful. She was so accommodating, knowledgeable and easy to work with.”
- Leslie, Osteoporosis Workshop -
“I have compressed discs and arthritis in my lower back. Being heavier I have struggled with yoga in the past. I reached out to Tara for help after hearing about yoga therapy. She was amazing and able to tweak the poses for me so I could get the maximum benefit without it hurting or straining me. I was so relieved that I could finally do yoga and my back felt wonderful! She did more in 8 sessions to relieve my chronic lower back pain than my chiropractor did in 3 years. I’m so grateful I found her.”
- Kris, Yoga Therapy Client -
“I cannot express enough gratitude for the transformative experience I've had under the guidance of Tara as my meditation and restorative yoga therapist. As someone living with complex PTSD and chronic pain, finding relief has been a constant struggle, but the sessions have been nothing short of life-changing. First and foremost, Tara's understanding of the affect my conditions have on my life has been remarkable. Her expertise in tailoring each session to address my specific needs has been instrumental in my healing journey.”
“Through the restorative yoga sessions I have experienced a significant reduction in my chronic pain. Equally impactful has been the meditation aspect of the sessions. I've learned to cultivate mindfulness and develop coping mechanisms to navigate the challenges of living with PTSD. Tara teaches meditation techniques that have been invaluable tools in managing stress, anxiety, and intrusive thoughts. My favorite part about Tara's sessions is that I don't feel like I should be burning incense or surrounded by macrame.... not that it's bad if you're into that, I'm just not. It's a real-life application of tools to improve your overall quality of life and relationships.”
- Robin, Veteran, Yoga Therapy Client -