Is a career as a yoga therapist right for you? In this episode of Time We Discuss, Anna Taylor shares what it is really like to work as a yoga therapist, including how yoga therapy differs from traditional yoga classes, the education and certification required, startup costs, salary potential, and the rewards and challenges of building a successful practice.
While many people think yoga is simply about flexibility and exercise, yoga therapy takes a personalized approach to helping people improve their physical and emotional well-being. Anna explains how movement, breathing techniques, mindfulness, and self compassion can help clients manage chronic pain, anxiety, stress, and other health conditions.
Whether you are considering becoming a yoga therapist, are already a yoga instructor looking to expand your career, or simply want to learn more about this growing profession, this interview offers valuable insights into the day to day realities of the job.
In this episode we discuss:
- What yoga therapy really is
- How yoga therapy differs from yoga instruction
- Education and certification requirements
- Working with private clients
- Online versus in person sessions
- Starting your own yoga therapy business
- Marketing challenges
- Career flexibility and specialization
- Startup costs
- Salary expectations
- The best and most rewarding parts of the profession
If you enjoy honest career interviews featuring professionals from unique occupations, be sure to subscribe to Time We Discuss for new episodes that help you discover careers you may never have considered.
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Timestamp:
0:00 - Intro
0:36 - Difference between yoga and yoga therapy
3:20 - How long do you treat clients for yoga therapy
4:44 - Education required to be a yoga therapist
6:06 - How many hours do you work doing yoga therapy?
8:16 - Yoga therapy in a home
9:26 - How common is virtual yoga therapy vs. in person?
10:36 - Should yoga instructors pursue therapist certification?
12:20 - Niches for yoga therapists
13:45 - Hidden business costs specifically for a yoga therapy business
15:13 - Getting that first client
20:05 - Somatic healing, somatic yoga, somatic movement
21:45 - Worst part about being a yoga therapist
22:56 - Best part about being a yoga therapist
23:30 - Thank you to Bassanti
23:51 - Talent has the floor
25:22 - Yoga Therapist Career Highlights
26:57 - Job data
27:26 - Outro
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Guest Information:
Anna Taylor
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