Therapeutic SomaYoga Private Sessions
with Maile Wicklander MA, RYT-500, MBSR Teacher (Yoga Therapist in Training)
Therapeutic SomaYoga merges somatic principles and yoga to build strength, stability, and flexibility/mobility while fostering an embodied connection between mind and body.
Informed by the work of Thomas Hanna and Dr. Moshe Feldenkrais, this method combines gentle, curiosity-driven somatic movements, classic yoga asana, and functional movement for a comprehensive approach to well-being. By releasing tension patterns, retraining muscle imbalances, and integrating interoception practices and proprioceptive touch, SomaYoga helps prevent injuries, calm and stabilize the nervous system, and bring awareness to stress triggers.
Each private session is tailored to your individual needs, guiding you to find easeful postures and modifications that honor your unique body. The result is a more expansive, awake, and fulfilling relationship with your mind, body, and spirit.
SomaYoga is inherently trauma-informed & trauma-sensitive.
SomaYoga can be done on a mat on the floor and/or on a Thai massage table. Physical touch is offered, but is always optional.
FAQ’s
How Can Therapeutic SomaYoga Help?
Therapeutic SomaYoga uses gentle, curiosity-driven movements and classic yoga postures to address a wide range of conditions and enhance overall well-being. It may help with:
Chronic & Low Back Pain
Arthritis, TMJ, IBS
Neck & Shoulder Tension
Postural Imbalances & Movement Restrictions
Sciatica, Scoliosis & Nerve Pain
Fibromyalgia & Tension Headaches
Stress, Anxiety & Trauma-Related Conditions
Carpal Tunnel & Repetitive Stress Injuries
Chronic Fatigue & Low Energy
Post-Surgical or Injury Recovery
Key Benefits of SomaYoga:
Enhanced Strength, Stability & Flexibility
Reduced Muscle Tension & Imbalances
Improved Body Awareness & Mind-Body Connection
Calmer & More Stable Nervous System
Injury Prevention through Functional Movement
Trauma-Sensitive, Personalized Practice
Holistic Well-Being for Mind, Body & Spirit
What does a therapeutic SomaYoga Session entail?
It can contain all or some of the following depending your specific wellness goals:
Somatic movements (subtle body, gentle and slow, curious, awareness movements based on Thomas Hanna’s Somatics + Feldenkrais) combined with classic yoga postures, restorative yoga & yin yoga.
Discussion of Yoga Philosophy/Ethics/Spiritual Awareness and their connection to physical pain, stress, bodily disconnection/discomfort and injury/disease.
Meditation - Guided and/or Silent meditation & somatic relaxation techniques.
Pranayama (Breathwork) and it’s integration into physical movements as well as nervous system regulation.
Poly-Vagal Theory/Vagus Nerve Practices
NEW! Optional sound healing through the use of crystal bowls
Homework! Follow-up may include - poses you can do at home, book recommendations or other resources provided in order to learn more about yourself and to help support you as you continue on your wellness journey.
*Email maile@tulayoga.net with any specific questions about how SomaYoga private sessions can help you.
Pricing
(for sessions held at TULA Yoga Studio or virtually through Zoom)
$60/60-minute session
3-pack of Sessions for $180
5-Pack of Sessions for $300
*Interested in home or at work sessions or gifting a session to someone?
Email maile@tulayoga.net
Booking a Session
If you are a first time client,
Choose a date/time (at least 36 hours in advance) on the calendar, register & pay for a session on the calendar.
Please fill out the Client Intake form (at the bottom of this page) and submit at least 24 hours in advance of your session.
If you are a returning client,
Choose a date/time (at least 36 hours in advance) on the calendar, register & pay for a session on the calendar.
OR purchase a package below (and schedule at a later time)
*If you do not see a day/time that would work for you, email maile@tulayoga.net for more scheduling options.