yoga

Therapy, Fitness, Yoga, and Mentorship for Adults Living with Neurological Conditions

Raquel took her first yoga class in 1995, and it transformed how she practiced physical therapy and how she approached life. Yoga originated in ancient India and the practice encompasses physical, mental, and spiritual aspects. It is a systematic approach of physical postures, breathing techniques, meditation, ethical principles and self-awareness practices to achieve harmony and balance within oneself and their environment. These practices are adaptable to any body, any ability, any age for finding inner peace and a deeper understanding of oneself in whatever situation one may find themselves. 

look for Raquel's virtual yoga classes, and videos at yoga heals us 

Raquel has over 30 years of experience as a physical therapist specializing in neurological rehabilitation. Physical therapy provides a scientific, evidence-based framework for understanding how neurological conditions affect movement and function. She recognized that yoga’s emphasis on body awareness, improved breath control, and enhanced mental concentration makes it particularly effective for neurological rehabilitation. She completed her training as a registered yoga teacher in 2012 and continues to pursue education related to yoga for special populations. Raquel is grateful for her teachers who inspire and guide her practice. She continues to learn and grow from her teachers and her students. 

• Sundara Yoga Therapy and Trauma Informed Yoga Therapy - Genevieve Yellin

• Therapeutic Adaptive Yoga for Multiple Sclerosis- Karen O'Donnell Clarke

• Chair Yoga for Every Body- Susanne Murtha

• Love Your Brain Yoga for Health Professionals

• Yoga therapy training with Practice Yoga Austin 

Raquel is eager to share adaptive yoga with individuals with neurological conditions to help rebuild neural pathways, explore new movement strategies, and build resilience.

What is Yoga Therapy? 

Yoga therapy is a personalized approach to wellness that uses adapted yoga practices of breath, movement, and meditation to address specific health conditions and wellness goals. Your yoga therapist will create individualized plan tailored to your unique needs, abilities, and circumstances and may work alongside your medical care team to guide and empower you to take an active role in your wellness journey. 

Upon completion of the 1000 hours of coursework, Raquel will be eligible to sit for the International Association of Yoga Therapists certification exam to be C-IAYT. Raquel looks forward to diving more deeply into the history, philosophy, and practice of yoga as an empowering tool for health and wellness for people of all abilities.