Welcome to a transformative episode of The Yoga Therapy Hour , where we dive deep into the healing realms of yoga therapy and Ayurveda with our esteemed guest, Maya Semans. Maya is a renowned expert in lifestyle wellness, yoga therapy, and Ayurveda, specializing in supporting women through the challenges of ADHD and menstrual cycle difficulties. In today's episode, Maya shares her invaluable insights on how these ancient practices offer holistic pathways to wellness. Here's a glimpse into our en...
Apr 12, 2024•50 min•Season 7Ep. 3
In this enlightening episode, we delve into the world of yoga therapy with Kelly Froio, the IAYT Membership Coordinator, and Marita Greenridge, the IAYT Marketing and Communications Director. Our guests shed light on the International Association of Yoga Therapists' (IAYT) dual online platforms aimed at both members and the public, highlighting the organization's efforts to educate on yoga therapy and facilitate finding certified therapists. The conversation also explores the significance of the...
Apr 05, 2024•45 min•Season 7Ep. 2
In this enlightening episode of The Yoga Therapy Hour and Beyond, host Amy delves deep into the essentials of accessible yoga with guest Jivana Heyman, author of "The Teacher's Guide to Accessible Yoga: Best Practices for Sharing Yoga with Every Body." Their conversation shines a light on the critical aspects of the teacher-student relationship, emphasizing the importance of setting healthy boundaries to foster a safe and creative environment. Heyman's insights into avoiding burnout, addressing ...
Mar 29, 2024•52 min•Season 7Ep. 1
In this compelling solo episode of The Yoga Therapy Hour, Amy Wheeler delves into the intricate relationship between the regulation of the autonomic nervous system and overall health. Amy illuminates how mastering this regulation through therapeutic yoga can profoundly impact various bodily systems—digestion, endocrine, immune, cardiovascular, and reproductive—thereby influencing our experiences with chronic pain, autoimmune diseases, and addiction. Her insights offer a transformative approach t...
Mar 22, 2024•40 min•Season 6Ep. 17
Welcome to this episode of The Yoga Therapy Hour Podcast! Today, we're excited to have Liz Duncanson, a renowned author and expert in the field of musculoskeletal rehabilitation, joining us. Liz's groundbreaking book, "Cultivating a Sustainable Core: An Integrative Framework Integrating Body, Mind, and Breath into Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation," has been a game changer in the way we understand and approach physical therapy and yoga therapy. In this engaging discussion, Liz shares her insights a...
Mar 15, 2024•48 min•Season 6Ep. 16
Welcome to another insightful episode of The Yoga Therapy Hour Podcast. In today's episode, we are joined by the remarkable Leslie Howard, a distinguished yoga teacher, yoga therapist, and yoga researcher. Leslie delves into the profound and mystical experiences she encountered during Savasana Pose, also known as Corpse Pose, experiences that defied modern explanations. But that's just the beginning of Leslie's journey. She shares her transformational path towards becoming a Death Doula, an unex...
Mar 08, 2024•49 min•Season 6Ep. 15
Opening Summary: Welcome to The Yoga Therapy Hour Podcast! Today's episode features a special guest, Libby Walunas from Houston, TX, who brings a unique perspective to the table. Focusing on mental health and self-confidence, Libby discusses the traditional Top-Down approach used in mental health, which involves reprogramming thoughts through methods like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). However, Libby introduces a compelling Bottom-Up approach, emphasizing the importance of physiological cha...
Mar 01, 2024•49 min•Season 6Ep. 14
In today's episode, we dive into the world of holistic healing for brain health with the esteemed Eve Adler. With a rich background spanning healthcare, wellness, and education, Eve brings a holistic approach to health and healing. As a Registered Nurse, Registered Yoga Teacher, Qi Gong Practitioner, and Brain Longevity Specialist, she offers a wealth of knowledge on healthy aging and brain health. Eve offers a unique perspective on nurturing brain longevity and promoting overall health that com...
Feb 23, 2024•59 min•Season 6Ep. 13
Welcome to a new episode of The Yoga Therapy Hour with your host Amy Wheeler. Today's guest is Kimberly Searl, a TedX speaker and the mind behind Integrative Sustainable Movement. Together, they explore the healing journey of yoga therapy for those facing the tumultuous path of a cancer diagnosis. This heart-to-heart conversation traverses the role of yoga in the face of illness, the power of maintaining inner equilibrium, and life post cancer recovery, even with a persistent gene mutation. · Me...
Feb 16, 2024•1 hr•Season 6Ep. 12
Introduction: In this special Valentine's Day episode of Yoga Therapy Hour & Beyond, we are thrilled to introduce our guest, Carla Marie Manly, a yoga practitioner and clinical psychologist whose distinctive approach to her work has been transforming lives. Carla's journey into the realm of writing is nothing short of extraordinary—she crafts books inspired by her clients' real-life struggles. Her first masterpiece, "Joy from Fear," initially conceived as a doctoral dissertation, took eight ...
Feb 09, 2024•1 hr•Season 6Ep. 11
In this episode, we are delighted to have Kate Holcombe, founder of the Healing Yoga Foundation, as our guest. Kate shares her profound insights on yoga therapy at various stages of life, emphasizing the importance of adapting our yoga practices to meet the evolving needs of each phase. She explores how life's planned and unexpected changes, such as caring for parents, dealing with illness, or going through a divorce, impact our practice. Kate highlights the flexibility of yoga, including the le...
Feb 02, 2024•49 min•Season 6Ep. 10
In this captivating episode, we are joined by the insightful Spring Washam, who takes us on a transformative journey through the realms of yoga, meditation, plant medicine, and ancestral connections. Spring's path to self-realization began with profound books like "Autobiography of a Yogi" and "Man's Eternal Quest for Meaning," but her personal journey was marked by hardship, witnessing suffering, addiction, and trauma. She found solace and liberation in the practices of yoga and meditation, lea...
Jan 26, 2024•51 min•Season 6Ep. 9
Introduction: Welcome to another enlightening episode of The Yoga Therapy Hour! I'm your host, Amy Wheeler, and today, we have a truly special guest joining us. Nydia Tijerina-Darby, a experienced Integrative Physical Therapist, Yoga Therapist, and Therapeutic Yoga Teacher, will be sharing her wealth of knowledge and insights on the topic of spinal health, particularly low back pain. Episode Highlights: The Global Impact of Low Back Pain (LBP):In 2020, LBP affected a staggering 619 million peopl...
Jan 19, 2024•57 min•Season 6Ep. 8
Amy Wheeler shares her thoughts on self-doubt and the importance of trust, and faith in oneself and in higher forces. She emphasizes that building self-belief involves the ability to overcome tough situations, and to listen to our inner voices that affirm our potential. · Power of Daily Practice: Amy highlights the benefits of a regular yoga practice, using examples from students who've found greater clarity, self-awareness, and life perspective through consistent engagement with yoga. This prac...
Dec 15, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Season 6Ep. 7
Introduction: Welcome back to another enlightening episode of "The Yoga Therapy Hour." Today, we're delving deep into the world of yoga and self-acceptance with our special guest, Nyk Danu. Nyk is a yoga practitioner and therapist with a unique focus on helping those who feel like they don't quite fit into mainstream yoga circles – the misfits of the world. Nyk's journey started with anxiety and back pain, and she's now dedicated to assisting others on their paths to self-discovery and healing. ...
Dec 08, 2023•59 min•Season 6Ep. 6
In this episode of The Yoga Therapy Hour, our host Amy dives deep into the world of authentic marketing with guest Tristan Katz, a marketing expert in the yoga world. They explore the challenges of sharing one's offerings and gifts with the world amidst global crises and discuss the importance of self-care, content-based marketing, community-building, and intentionality in marketing. Themes Discussed: 1. Authenticity in Marketing: • When, how, and why to share offerings authentically. • Balancin...
Dec 01, 2023•1 hr•Season 6Ep. 5
Introduction : In this episode of The Yoga Therapy Hour , we dive deep into the transformative power of Yield Theory with our special guest, Dr. Christian Conte. Dr. Conte's dynamic energy, unquenchable passion, and unwavering compassion have made him a leading figure in the world of anger management and personal transformation. With level V anger management certification and the creation of Yield Theory, he brings a unique blend of radical compassion and conscious education to the table. Episod...
Nov 24, 2023•1 hr 9 min•Season 6Ep. 4
Introduction: Background on Robert AF Thurman, the first western monk ordained by the Dalai Lama in 1964. A glance into Robert’s transition from a Buddhist monk to lay life. Introduction to the Menla Spa Resort in the Catskills of New York, co-run by Bob and his wife. Journey to Tibetan Medicine: Bob’s initial interest in Tibetan Medicine as a young monk, drawing parallels with Ayurveda from India. Exploring the concept of enlightenment and its link with holistic healing. Vajra Yoga: The Science...
Nov 17, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Season 6Ep. 3
In a deeply meaningful episode of The Yoga Therapy Hour, Amy Wheeler sits down with Anjali Deva from Rooted Rasa Ayurveda. The two discuss the transformative power of aligning one's life with intrinsic values, from the serenity of living close to nature to the stabilizing force of daily routines. Anjali sheds light on the importance of being with loved ones and animals, the rejuvenating effects of clean air and water, and the role of being in alignment with the circadian rhythms in our daily liv...
Nov 10, 2023•50 min•Season 6Ep. 2
Introduction: David Hanscom's impressive journey spanning over 33 years as a spinal surgeon. His personal struggle with decades-long chronic pain and surprising solution. His Personal Revelation: Discovery of the strong body-mind connection. Realization of the impact of repetitive unpleasant thoughts on his well-being. Recognizing the physiological effects of being in a constant fight or flight mode leading to symptoms of pain. Making a Life-Altering Decision: The choice to leave his accomplishe...
Nov 03, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Season 6Ep. 1
Key Takeaways: Impact on Autonomic Nervous System: Yoga plays a crucial role in balancing the autonomic nervous system. Catherine says, “The Autonomic Nervous System is everything.” Amy agrees! It can offer profound effects through simple practices. Pearl of Wisdom: The simplest practices in yoga often yield the deepest impact. It’s the simplicity and subtleness that bring profound shifts and healing. Working with People Who Experience Symptoms of Trauma: Working with trauma victims necessitates...
Oct 27, 2023•55 min•Season 5Ep. 29
Introduction: In today's episode, we are joined by Emmy Vadnais, a Holistic and Integrative Occupational Therapist who has devoted decades to the development of intuition. Emmy offers fascinating insights into the confluence of yoga and intuition, enriching our understanding of their inherent connectivity. Key Points: 1. Intuition: Emmy shares her unique journey and motivations in exploring intuitive development. 2. Understanding Intuition: Intuition is not mere wishful thinking, but a profound ...
Oct 20, 2023•1 hr•Season 5Ep. 28
This amazing conversation comes as an excerpt from a course on Polyvagal Theory and Therapeutic Yoga that Marlsya, Amy and Stephen created together for the Polyvagal Institute. There is still time to join us this fall, and we will be offering it again very soon. Also, we are celebrating 2.5 years and 100,000 downloads with our amazing Yoga Therapy Hour Community. We are sharing this extra episode to say thank you! Guests: Dr. Steven Porges & Marlysa Sullivan Key Takeaways: Definition of "Saf...
Oct 13, 2023•19 min
Introduction: Today, we are honored to have Dr. David Rosmarin, an esteemed psychologist from Harvard Medical School, Associate Professor, and the Director of Spirituality. As the founder of the Center for Anxiety, he’s on a mission to redefine how we perceive and deal with anxiety. With his upcoming book, Thriving with Anxiety , set to launch this October, Dr. Rosmarin delves deep into the beneficial aspects of anxiety and how we can harness its power. You are an expert at writing podcast show ...
Oct 13, 2023•40 min•Season 5Ep. 26
In this episode, we embark on a deep dive into the intricate tapestry of gender expression across various cultures, spanning from ancient traditions to modern communities. Beginning with the long-standing recognition of the Hijras in India, we compare these age-old beliefs with evolving perceptions in the Western world, especially within gender and sexually expansive communities (GSE). The digital age has brought its own set of challenges, with social media and certain research potentially cloud...
Oct 06, 2023•1 hr 10 min•Season 5Ep. 25
Episode Summary: This enlightening episode dives deep into the fascinating journey of yoga and Indian philosophy in America, discussing the influence of notable figures and movements and addressing important contemporary questions about cultural appreciation and adaptation. Topics Covered: 1. Introduction to Phil Goldberg - The mind behind "American Veda." 2. Yoga’s Early Ties to America : Influence of writers like Thoreau and Emerson. Their studies of the Bhagavad Gita, meditation, and karma. 3...
Sep 29, 2023•52 min•Season 5Ep. 24
In this episode of The Yoga Therapy Hour, we journey into the essence of the therapeutic alliance in physiotherapy. The discussion revolves around five primary attributes and four nuanced sub-themes of the therapeutic alliance. While the episode emphasizes the personal connection and communication between therapist and patient, it also introduces the fascinating intersection of ancient yoga wisdom and contemporary science. We delve into the co-regulation of our nervous system and how traditional...
Sep 22, 2023•39 min•Season 5Ep. 23
Welcome to another enlightening episode of The Yoga Therapy Hour! Today, we delve deep into the intricacies of our body's systems with the master of pain management, Dr. Perry Nickelston. Through his expansive knowledge and experience, Dr. Nickelston demystifies the often-overlooked lymphatic system, illustrating its vital role in maintaining our overall health and wellbeing. This episode is a gold mine for those seeking holistic ways to alleviate chronic pain, autoimmune diseases, and inflammat...
Sep 15, 2023•1 hr 15 min•Season 5Ep. 22
Amy is thrilled to welcome Carol Krucoff from the Duke University Integrative Medical Center. In this illuminating episode, we journey through Carol's inspiring personal and professional path that led her to pioneer the yoga program at the renowned medical center. As she unveils the story behind the successful launch of the Integrative Yoga for Seniors Professional Training at Duke, we delve deeper into the transformative power of yoga. Carol passionately champions yoga as the secret to delayed ...
Sep 08, 2023•52 min•Season 5Ep. 21
Introduction: In today's enlightening episode, Amy is joined by Dr. Norman Rosenthal, Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at Georgetown Medical School and renowned author. As someone who has intertwined the spiritual and scientific in his illustrious career, Dr. Rosenthal delves into the profound influence of yoga and meditation on his life and practice. · Personal Journey with Yoga & Meditation: Dr. Rosenthal recounts how a lifelong commitment to yoga and meditation has fostered creativity, su...
Sep 01, 2023•58 min•Season 5Ep. 20
