Yoga Therapy
Kayko Watanabe, C-IAYT, RYT500
Yoga therapy is an emerging field in integrative healthcare that perfectly complements Western medicine. In yoga therapy, we follow a holistic approach by considering the entire individual, including their body, energy, emotions, mind, and spirit.
We, as yoga therapists, believe that all parts of a human being are interconnected and equally important in the healing process.
Learn more about yoga therapy here
What can I expect during my 1-1 yoga therapy sessions?
In our session, I will assess your needs and design a care plan tailored to your specific requirements. I will also provide recommendations that will help you incorporate what you have learned and practiced into your daily life.
I use a variety of yogic tools such as postures and movements, breathwork, meditation, and other techniques to create a personalized care plan that addresses your health concerns, promotes healthy living, and improves your overall sense of well-being. My approach is highly customized, taking into account your unique challenges, abilities, lifestyle, and values.
Sessions can be held in person in San Francisco. For non-local clients, I also offer virtual sessions via Zoom.
Many of my clients find this experience empowering. If you are undergoing medical treatment or recovery, yoga therapy can complement the treatment you are receiving. Clinical studies suggest that yoga has a high success rate in exercise adherence, meaning that people tend to stick to the regimen. This is all great news!
“My secondary issues, stress and anxiety, were definitely reduced when I did the prescribed meditation/breathwork/journaling. Not that I didn't already know that they were helpful, but it was still very helpful to have an instructor present me with alternate methods and motivation.”
-Lisa S.
“So happy to have the pain [from plantar fascitis] gone and to know that simple stretches done regularly will keep the pain away. A huge gift! I've also been able to increase flexibility in my hamstrings and easily transition to tiptoes, which was difficult for me earlier in the year.”
-Jane P.
“I was really impressed with Kayko's professionalism and research. She went above and beyond in researching my medical issues and looking for practices that would match or assist with these specific ailments. I also appreciated the meditations she added.”
-Allison K.
“I went into the [yoga therapy] program not knowing what to expect. I was so surprised with the level of impact we were able to achieve in just a short time. I am so grateful for the tools I learned through the program that I can use for the rest of my life. I also felt that the program taught me the "why" behind how these practices are important and successful to use.”
-Ellie V.
