Yoga nidra, an ancient practice is gaining some popularity in treating individuals who experience anxiety and restlessness. This practice is featured in this month’s issue of Yoga Journal and offers the following practice guide. Invite yourself to also listen to the audio-guided practice by following the link below, presented by Richard Miller, who has introduced this practice to individuals in the military, schools, hospitals, and jails.
Exploring the 10 Steps of...
We wanted to share a great overview article from Yoga Journal about yoga therapy. Here at the Vermont Center for Integrative Therapy, yoga therapy is often prescribed as a primary modality of therapy or as a compliment to psychotherapy or other offerings that are here at the center. Yoga therapy can be appropriate for many ailments, for those of all ages, or for those who are new to yoga or to experienced yogis. <...
We are happy to present the following events, workshops, and classes this October at VTCYT.
Free Groups & Events
Workshops & Classes
VTCYT recognizes yoga and meditation as therapy, not just a component of what we offer here. We recognize that talk therapy can only take a person so far. We believe that healing occurs when an individual is invited to be with themselves in a deeper way through movement and breath. Currently, yoga and meditation is seen as a compliment to traditional therapies. Here at VTCYT, we believe yoga and meditation is the main dish.<...
This small class will give you time and space to access deep levels of relaxation through restorative yoga asana’s, Reiki, Pranayama breathing and guided Chakra meditation. This collection of modalities is designed to lead you to a state of inner stillness and receptivity in which all levels of the body, mind and spirit can open to healing. We will start with everyone setting their intention for their practice. Maggie will you...
The military is taking a new step in training. Yoga International magazine reports that the military is exploring ways for soldiers to train their physical, emotional, and spiritual selves. One method is through yoga. Currently, there is an increase in yoga classes and workshops dedicated to those soldiers returning home from their tours.
Why yoga? Yoga has been found to be an effective treatment modality for individuals experiencing symptoms of Post Traumatic...
The benefits of yoga are being recognized in schools and mental health facilities across the U.S.A. Here at VTCIT, we are holding our second Yoga for Anxiety and Addiction series. This series explores the union of body, mind and breath to ultimately bring ease to one's self. Our series starts Weds, April 10 - May 29 from 5:15 - 6:45pm. To register for this series, please visit our Calendar & Events page.
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Martha Whitney returns to VTCIT for a Restorative Yoga and Reiki Workshop: Relax and Ease Into a Deeper Place of Renewal. Lead with Mary Beth Cacciola, you're invited to experience the healing practices of these two modalities. Martha will guide a Restorative Yoga practice that uses supportive props to allow you to gently sustain poses, encouraging a healing state of relaxation, meditative calm and renewed energy. Mary Beth will offer Reiki for those...
Many individuals practice yoga for stress relief or to establish balance in their life. Here at the Vermont Center for Yoga & Therapy, yoga is utilized to treat many ailments including anxiety, depression, PTSD, or chronic stress. So why is yoga helpful for treatment?
Streeter, Gerbarg, Saper, Ciraulo, and Brown (2012), researched the effects of yoga below the surface. They found that yoga works to balance the autonomic nervous system, parasympathetic nervous system,...
It is the end of the week following Labor Day and schools are back in the full swing of things. If you are a parent, you may be thinking of all the ways you can support your child getting back to school or if you are a student you may be wondering how you can better balance your life with school back into the picture.
I came across the “Top 5 Reasons...
If you are currently engaging in a yoga practice, you may have already (or will) noticed that you may feel recharged, relaxed, or just really good afterward. Researchers have been exploring this phenomenon and according to an article published in Science Daily, yoga increases the release of GABA, a brain chemical that is responsible for regulating our moods. GABA is also currently used in anti-anxiety and anti-depression medications. If you are looking for...
How can yoga assist in the healing trauma? What makes it effective and appropriate? These are good questions and they are being addressed formerly in research by Bessel van der Kolk and his associate, Dave Emerson, at the Trauma Center in Boston, as well as by other professionals on a national scale. I participated in the trauma-sensitive yoga teacher training program led by Dave Emerson and associates in May of 2009 and...
Have you always wanted to try Yoga but for any reason haven't done so ... Thai yoga massage is a wonderful introduction into yoga. I, Anne Martin, offer 50 & 80 minute Thai yoga massage.
Thai yoga massage is practiced fully clothed on a floor mat without oils. Thai massage techniques used are rocking, rhythmic muscle compression, assisted yoga positions and stretching, working along energy meridians called Sen lines. Three of...
Dear friends, yogis, and colleagues,
It’s been a full and exciting fall! I’ve been delighted to rediscover a love of photography, which has proven to be very relaxing and rewarding, as it’s another opportunity to slow down and be present.
This Thursday evening, I begin a six-week healing series to address seasonal affective mood fluctuations or distress (Yoga for Winter Blues) at the...
A preliminary research study as seen in the Journal of Development and Behavioral Pediatrics, has shown a relationship between high school students who participate in yoga and an increase in development in self-regulatory skills and reduction in tension and anxiety, two components that may be protective in the prevention of developing future mental health disorders.
To read more about this study follow the following link to Science Daily, http://www.sciencedaily.com...
Margaret Russell and Deb Sherrer are leading a Yoga & Mindfulness for Infertility workshop on Saturday May 4, from 9:00am - 12:00pm at the Vermont Center for Integrative Therapy. The workshop is a great introduction to their Yoga & Mindfulness for Infertility Series, which starts May 23. Yoga can be a wonderful tool for stress relief during the process of infertility. Using...