In-Person Retreat Certification
REGISTRATION OPEN | AUGUST 8-14, 2022
About This Program
The Yoga Informed Certification program is aimed at introducing the provider to the use of yoga in the treatment of mental health and for improving wellbeing. Participants will explore the science behind why yoga works and introduce experientially the aspects of yoga that have been found to be highly effective in working with clients in a mental health context.
This training focuses on an integration of of yoga theory and skills, concepts in neurophysiology, and the neurobehavioral model of Somatic Experiencing and other body-based psychotherapies as well as trauma theory and interpersonal neurobiology. Through didactic presentation, experiential work, guided practice, role play, dyad and triads, group process, and consultation this retreat will guide participants through critical aspects of yoga philosophy, psychology, and practices for a spectrum of mental health concerns. You will leave confident and ready to bring this integrative model into your personal and professional practice.
How Will I Learn?
The Yoga Informed curriculum is designed from the start as an “inside out” process. This means that through experiential activity, self-reflection and deep engagement, you will be invited to learn the material through the experience of the embodied self, which will ultimately serve as the best guide to bringing this to your client work.
This training is eligible for 40 hours of CEU and you will receive a Certification of Completion in Yoga Informed Therapy. You will have the opportunity to be added to a national directory of Yoga Informed therapists.
Who Is This For?
This is appropriate for anyone who is interested in using yoga in their work or would like tools for working with clients and patients who have challenges with emotion regulation, mood disorders, addiction, trauma and stress or mental health concerns.
We highly recommend you have an established yoga practice and a serious interest in yoga philosophy and its application. You do not need to have experience or training as a yoga teacher, however, about 30% of our participants have received their 200 YTT and have benefited from learning how to combine their knowledge into effective interventions.
Attendees are social workers, counselors, clinical supervisors, community advocates, psychologists, wellness coaches, health and public health professionals, and must be working or studying in the mental health field to make get the highest benefit from the application of practices. This training emphasizes the development of a professional embodied self. On occasion, participants come with a primary intention for their own personal transformation.
What You’ll Learn
Explore Yoga's framework of holistic health, and how it can be adapted to working in today’s mental health practice settings.
Discuss theoretical, physical, and ethical considerations when using the Yoga Informed approach with complex clients.
Learn the physiology that ties yoga with mental health interventions.
Describe the somatic psychotherapy framework which integrates with Yoga and Psychotherapy.
Explore beneficial therapeutic applications of Yoga techniques for clients with mood disorders, addiction, chronic pain, and the survivor client.
Design individualized treatment for complex clients, using yoga asana, kriyas, restorative yoga, pranayama, mantra, mudra, meditation, breathwork and Ayurveda.
Incorporate Yoga-Informed psychotherapeutic assessment tools.
Understand when to refer out to a Yoga Therapist and other specialty providers.
Utilize Yoga philosophy and practices to support an embodied professional self and to prevent burnout.
Registration is Now Open
AUGUST 8-14, 2022 | RETREAT
Elohee Retreat Center - Blue Ridge Mountains, Georgia
Elohee Retreat Center
Requirements for Certification
Attendance of all the modules/hours in this training program.
Completion of 1 case study and 2 self-study assignments.
Completion of accompanied readings.
Attendance of consultation groups and preparation of at least 1 case or theme to bring to the consultation.
Review of recommended readings.
Our Schedule
This is a week-long training intensive held at Elohee Retreat Center in Sautee Nacoochee, Georgia situated in the foot of the breathtaking Blue Ridge Mountains. The program begins on Monday late afternoon and ends on Sunday after lunch. Classes typically run 9-12pm and 2-6pm. Exploration, hiking, massage/body-work and rest breaks will be amply available. We will have an arrival and closure outdoor fire ceremony.
Accommodations & Travel
Elohee Retreat Center includes three main retreat areas, a tea house, relaxing spa and exploration areas which include miles of trails on Bald Mountain and the 100 foot waterfall canyon next to Thanksgiving House. The Yoga Informed training will be held in the Mandala room which showcases near 360 degree panoramic views of the surrounding mountain range. Accommodations include three delicious daily meals and snacks at the Elohee Retreat Center.
The closest airport is Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International. Travel to the retreat site can be done through car rental or shared ride charter can be arranged.
Registration & Fees
Applicants must first apply to the certification program. Once approved, you’ll be sent a link to register through the Elohee Center to secure your spot. There you can choose your accommodations package and meal preferences.
Tuition $925, or $725 before June 1st
