It's time you shine even brighter!
In Person. Experiential. Modular. It's your next right step as a yoga teacher and you'll never regret it.
Are you a woman going though life transitions such as:
Divorce or Separation
Major Career Shift
Relocation
Loss of a Loved One
Or maybe you are struggling with challenging symptoms of :
Menopause
Anxiety
Depression
Grief
Insomnia
Chronic Pain
Addiction
Perhaps you've noticed you're not treating yourself very well and are repeating unsupportive habits which just make you feel worse.
I've been there! I get it! And I know how it feels when life is happening too fast, when your body is no longer predictable, when you aren't sure who you are any more, when everything is changing and you can't ground yourself. I know what it's like when you're stuck in a rut and you don't even know where to start to make changes. I know how exhausting and lonely it feels, how hard it is to make decisions, and how overwhelming even the smallest steps seem. I know how it feels to be so depleted that you question if life is worth it.
Yoga Therapy might be able to help! It has helped me more than I can put into words and my life has truly been transformed.
If you want tools to find peace and center yourself.
If you're looking for practices that help you stay connected with yourself as you change.
If you're hoping to appreciate what is, and feel brave enough to make small, loving steps toward changing what isn't working.
If you want to learn to prioritize rest when you can't make a decision and have plans in place to find connection with others when you're lonely or need support.
Learn to live an intentional, authentic, peaceful and vibrant life where you can prioritize what and who is important to you. You will find not only the clarity, but the energy to do what you've been put on the Earth to do. You will feel amazing when you live aligned with your purpose.
If these words resonate with you and transformations like the ones I have described are what you're hoping for; and if you feel like I did, that you wish you had someone to help you navigate the chaos--Let's talk, I'd love to help!
Come Do Yoga With Me!
Join me in the beautiful yoga studio inside the anahata wellness co-op in Coralville, Iowa, on Tuesdays and Thursdays. All women's-only yoga classes are for all levels and I hope to see you soon!
Yoga Therapy Sessions
Yoga Therapy uses mindfulness practices like meditation, breath, affirmation, daily routine, and movement from Yoga and Ayurveda traditions to meet your individual needs and intentions. Together we create a program that helps you connect with your whole-BEing and wellness. Sessions can be virtual or in-person.
On-Demand - Coming Soon
Stay tuned. Content in the works. There will be classes and meditations, practices to help with challenges women face while going through transitions.
Testimonials
About Courtney
I have been practicing yoga since 1998 and I began teaching yoga in 2008. I have an E-RYT500 Yoga Teacher certification from Yoga Alliance and have held an 800 hour CIAYT certification with the International Association of Yoga Therapists since 2022.
In 2015, at the age of 38, the night sweats began. I woke up drenched in sweat multiple times a night almost every night. The hot flashes continued every 60 - 90 minutes for years. Because I was so young, we didn’t know I was experiencing early menopause until 2018--at the age of 41--my hormones were at post-menopausal levels. In June of 2019, I lost my dream job after 13 years of loyalty and dedication to the company. It was devastating. In February of 2020, I broke my arm so severely that I was unable to teach or practice yoga for 18 months. And COVID! Since I was laid-up with my injury, I decided to complete my Yoga Therapy Certification with Inner Peace Yoga Therapy which gave me the keys I needed to unlock my ability to cope with the complete upheaval I had been experiencing in my life. The upheaval wasn’t complete, though. Just this past year, I went through a divorce from my husband who I had been with for 13 years. I relocated from Colorado, where I lived for 20 years, to Iowa, where I grew up. I am still using the tools I learned and I am eager to share them with other women who are being pulled into the vortex of transition and transformation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Yoga Therapy?
According to the International Association of Yoga Therapists, Yoga Therapy is the professional application of the principles and practices of yoga to promote health and well-being within a therapeutic relationship that includes personalized assessment, goal setting, lifestyle management, and yoga practices for individuals or small groups.
Why should I consider Yoga Therapy?
Yoga Therapy is for you if:
You've tried a bunch of other things and nothing quite sticks.
You feel like what you're doing isn't quite getting to the heart of the matter.
You want to address your whole Self, not just the main symptoms, and get to the heart of the matter.
You know you are more than just your body, your mind, and your pain points. You want to integrate your whole being.
You are eager to change and grow, and understand that there is no miracle solution-that it takes time, energy, and financial commitment to reach your goals. If you are looking for the least expensive solution, as opposed to the best possible solution, than this will not be a good fit.
What is a Yoga Therapist?
My teacher, Michele Lawrence, said it best:
"A Yoga Therapist is a trained guide and facilitator, one who can use the teachings and practices of yoga to skillfully guide the client back to their own wholeness. The journey towards wholeness is not about perfection or fixing what is broken. It's about embracing imperfections, acknowledging wounds, and moving towards healing and growth. It's a process of integrating all aspects of oneself to create a sense of unity and balance.
A Yoga Therapist also provides a space to be seen and heard in the healing process, an element that should not be underestimated. In this healing relationship and by cultivating a holistic approach to well-being, we invite clients to reclaim wholeness in their lives. The connection between the inner healer and wholeness is a powerful reminder that true healing goes beyond the physical realm and encompasses the entirety of our being."
What does a Yoga Therapy Session look like?
It depends! We will spend a lot of time during the first Yoga Therapy session clarifying your pain points and your goals. No two sessions are alike. Based on your needs, you could expect to practice some gentle postures and movement, breath work, meditation, practices to focus and to become more self-aware. We keep the practices simple and accessible and they are always tailored to achieving your goals.
Schedule a Complimentary Discovery Call and we can discuss what might occur in a session personalized to your unique challenges and with your unique circumstances in mind.
What will be expected of me if I work with you?
The saying, "You get what you give." really applies to this process. We will tailor a plan for you based on your goals, the time you have to commit to the practice, and your unique challenges. The only one who can benefit from the plan is the one who does the work, so it will depend on your personal accountability in service to the outcome you're hoping for. I will be your biggest cheerleader and fiercest advocate.
I don't live by you! Can we still work together?
YES! Unlocking You Yoga Therapy Sessions can be virtual. All you need is the internet, your computer and a yoga-mat sized space.
How do I begin?
The best first step is to book a 15 minute Complimentary Discovery Call with me. I can't wait to connect!
What is your cancellation policy?
FOR YOGA THERAPY: Please give at least 24 hours of notice to cancel. No refunds within that 24 hour window. I am a person and a small business. I see you as a person, too. I am committing to be respectful of your time and schedule and I ask the same in return. Please, let's talk if something feels unreasonable to you. It's super important that we start on the same page with aligned expectations.
FOR YOGA CLASSES: Please provide 12 hours of notice to cancel without penalty. No refunds. Class credit will be returned to your account for use at another time. Punch passes are non-transferable. Please be on time for class. Doors will be locked promptly at the beginning of class in respect for other student’s practice.
FOR WOMEN'S CIRCLES: Circles are limited to 15 women. Pay in full to secure your spot. 85% refund 7 days before the start to cover processing fees. Your refund will be placed on your account with Unlocking You Yoga. No refunds within a week of the start. No exceptions.
This Virtual 8 week Women's Circle is for women, like you! You are striving to create balance in your body, mind, and LIFE.
Together, we'll explore different models/systems within the Yoga and Ayurveda lineages. You'll learn to recognize imbalance and will experience different practices, tools, and techniques to help create and restore balance to all the levels of your BEing. You will create a plan to establish and sustain balance in your body, mind, and LIFE.
Yoga Therapy teaches us that we are already whole, and healing is the process of recognizing this inherent whole-ness.
Many of us get caught up in a cycle of filling the perceived voids within us by reaching for quick-fixes like food, alcohol, scrolling, binge-watching TV, toxic relationships, or anything that works to numb us to this painful disconnection we have with ourselves.
In this 8 week series, you will connect with a small group of women who are fiercely determined, like you, to make healthy choices and who are tired of the pervasive pull of non-nourishing habits.
Courtney Sutherland
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