***Due to the evolving nature of Covid-19 courses are subject to change and or moving online. In cases of date changes and or cancellations, refunds will be granted***

Yoga and mental health takes a holistic (bio-psycho-social-spiritual) approach to mental health and explores ways in which yoga may support mental health and in addition shift our understanding of the mental illness. This course will provide foundational knowledge on current understandings of mental illnesses, and how yoga may be used as adjunctive support. While this course does not provide diagnostic and prescriptive practices, the goal is to encourage understanding, reduce stigma, challenge labels, and explore how we might use yoga to support individuals in wellness and healing.

Learning Outcomes:

Understand the biological implications and contributors to mental health including the brain and nervous system

Understanding psychological implications and contributors to mental health including perception, memory, attachment, and identity.

Understanding the social implications and contributors to mental health including racism, marginalization, poverty, and adverse childhood experiences (ACE)

Understanding the current lenses through which Mental Health is assessed including the DSM-5 and re-defining normal

Exploring yoga as an embodied holistic healing modality

Applying and adapting practices to meet individual needs

Inclusivity and trauma sensitivity

Contraindications and best practices

Investment

$500 plus tax ($525).
$105 non-refundable deposit is required to hold your spot.
The remaining $420 plus taxes is due on the first day of classes, or:

We offer flexible payment plans including:

• 3 months
• 6 months
• 12 months

Lead instructor

Michele Theoret and Tiffany Rose

A deposit is required to hold your spot. Deposits are not refundable. Cancelations up to 30 days prior to the event may be issued a credit with Empowered Yoga to be used towards a different program. Unfortunately we are unable to issue a credit or refund the deposit within 30 days of the event. Certificates of completion may be issued upon the successful completion of the requirements above. Once a certificate is issued students may be eligible to register with the Yoga Alliance as an RYT. For more info, contact us at info@empoweredyoga.ca