Question 1

How is yoga therapy different from a yoga class?

Accepted Answer

During a yoga class, a yoga teacher is instructing a class for the general group. You may experience a therapeutic effect from a yoga class. However, in a yoga therapy session, the session is tailored to your  unique goals and needs-specifically managing your personal symptoms.

Question 2

Is yoga experience necessary?

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Not at all. Yoga therapy is appropriate and safe for anyone with or without yoga experience.

Question 3

How many sessions will I need?

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You can start to feel results in our first session. Each individual has a different experience.You can schedule sessions as it works for you and there's no obligation.

Question 4

Is yoga therapy right for me?

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If you are interested, the answer is yes. However, if you're not sure, the best way is to book a call and see if we are a right fit.

Question 5

How much time do I need for yoga therapy?

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The initial session will be about 90 minutes. Each session after that will be 60 minutes. How much time you'll need for your practice at home depends on your needs and time requirements. A yoga therapy practice is specific so it's much shorter than a yoga class, it could be 5 minutes or 20.

Question 6

Do you take medical insurance?

Accepted Answer

I do not as most medical insurance does not cover yoga therapy services at this time. You may be able to use your HSA/FSA to pay for yoga therapy.

Question 7

What is yoga therapy, and how can it support my healing journey?

Accepted Answer

At Canary Yoga Therapy in Reno, NV, yoga therapy sessions are one-on-one, personalized practices that use movement, breathwork, and mindfulness as yoga therapy for healing. They are guided by a certified yoga therapist.

Question 8

Can yoga therapy really help with chronic pain and tension?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Gentle, tailored yoga therapy for pain relief can ease musculoskeletal discomfort, support mobility, and calm the nervous system, while also working as yoga therapy for stress relief to reduce the emotional load that often comes with long-term pain.

Question 9

How does yoga therapy support anxiety and depression?

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Through breath awareness, grounding movement, and simple home practices, yoga therapy for anxiety and depression provides tools to balance mood, improve sleep, and enhance resilience as part of your overall yoga therapy for healing plan.

Question 10

Is yoga therapy helpful for addiction or habit change?

Accepted Answer

Kira offers yoga therapy for addiction and habit change, using mindfulness, breath, and routine to support nervous system regulation and emotional stability, all under the guidance of a highly trained certified yoga therapist for sustainable yoga therapy for healing.

Question 11

Who will I work with during my sessions?

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You work directly with Kira, a certified yoga therapist, trainer, instructor, and teacher with extensive Viniyoga and prenatal training, bringing years of experience to every session.

Question 12

What does a typical pain-focused session look like?

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In yoga therapy for pain relief, Kira assesses your posture, movement, and breathing, then creates a gentle sequence you can comfortably repeat at home, progressively refining it as your body responds and your symptoms shift.

Question 13

Is this like a regular yoga class or more like private yoga training?

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It feels more like customized yoga training: you receive one-on-one guidance from a certified yoga trainer who adapts each practice to your body, schedule, and goals instead of following a general group class format.

Question 14

Do I need prior yoga experience?

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Not at all. Whether you’ve never done yoga or have practiced for years, a certified yoga instructor will meet you exactly where you are and design a simple, doable practice you can grow with over time.

Question 15

Are online or virtual sessions available?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Canary Yoga Therapy offers Zoom-based sessions so you can receive yoga therapy for pain relief and healing support from home, including the complete 90-minute evaluation and follow-up visits.

Question 16

Why choose Canary Yoga Therapy in Reno, NV?

Accepted Answer

Canary Yoga Therapy combines individualized care, trauma-sensitive guidance, and holistic tools rooted in yoga and Ayurveda, all delivered by a seasoned professional devoted to your long-term health, balance, and well-being.

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