Yoga Nidra &
Safe Relaxation for
Yoga Therapy
This course is open to students registered for any of The Yoga Therapy Institute's Diploma courses and modules, as part of their Yoga Therapy education and training.
It is also open to new students, as an introduction, for those who wish to learn and experience Yoga Nidra in a safe, small group environment.
It is directly focused on the application of Yoga Nidra and relaxation techniques in a Yoga Therapy environment, adapted to individuals or small groups affected by health issues.
You will learn the basic skills of delivering Yoga Nidra in a safe, therapeutic environment under the experienced guidance of Montserrat G Mukherjee C-IAYT and Suze Retera.
Inspired by the teachings of Dr.Uma Dinsmore-Tuli and Nirlipta Tuli, founders of The Yoga Nidra Network, and augmented by the practical therapeutic experience of the teachers at The Yoga Therapy Institute.
This training will be offered in English only.
Many people struggle with symptoms or clusters of symptoms without a medical cause that have a significant impact on their life and the effectiveness of therapeutic interventions. Some of the common symptoms are chronic stress, anxiety, fatigue, digestive issues, poor recovery, muscle tension, pain sensitivity, sleep disturbances, recurring inflammation, or a constant sense of being “stuck” in patterns of dysregulation. As practitioners, we may notice that these clients seem unable to benefit fully from otherwise appropriate interventions like changes in nutrition, lifestyle changes, psychotherapy, breathwork, medication, or mindfulness. When you are experiencing this in your own body or recognise this in your clients, the vagus nerve can be an
The vagus nerve not only plays a central role in regulating the body’s stress response, it also plays a vital role in supporting communication between the brain, digestive system, immune system, heart and lungs. When vagal function is compromised, all these systems are affected.
In this three-part course, we will explore the anatomy and function of the vagus nerve, its relationship with the autonomic nervous system, and its influence on the digestive system and immune health. Each session combines accessible science with easy to apply practices that you can apply in daily life or integrate into your therapeutic work.
The Program
“Safety in Yoga Nidra and Relaxation for Yoga Therapy“ is a two-day intensive module, designed and recommended for all yoga teachers and Yoga Therapy trainees for the safe, respectful delivery of Yoga Nidra and relaxation practices.
Recent studies show that Yoga Nidra, relaxation practices, and meditation may not be safe for everyone. They might have unwanted side effects, in cases when your student suffers from certain physical or mental health issues, so we need to learn to deliver these techniques in a responsible way.
In this course, you will learn to recognize the signs that may indicate when these practices could be contraindicated for your student, and how to approach any challenging situations that might arise.
Suze Retera is a psychologist, IFS- and somatic therapist, TRE® provider, orthomolecular therapist, and yoga and yoga nidra teacher. In her practice in Amsterdam, she combines these modalities into a holistic approach with the body as the focus point of healing. By releasing experiences through the body, insights, and sustainable healing can occur.
Dates:
5-6 March 2022 | Yoga Therapy Institute - The Netherlands / Online
27-28 August 2022 | Yoga Therapy Institute - The Netherlands / Online