Mentoring for Yoga Teachers

Teachers, you do not have to do this alone.

Let’s work together

I offer mentorship for yoga teachers seeking guidance in deepening their practice, refining their teaching skills, and building a sustainable approach to sharing yoga. Whether you need support with sequencing, philosophy, adapting yoga for individual needs, or growing your teaching career, I provide personalized mentorship to help you thrive.

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My Credentials

  • Registered Experienced Yoga Teacher at the 500-hour level with Yoga Alliance.

  • Registered Continuing Education Provider with Yoga Alliance.

  • Completed my 500-hour training with Gary Kraftsow, a teacher renowned for his authentic transmission of teachings and ability to adapt the practice to individual needs.

  • Have been teaching yoga in the Chicagoland area and online since 2012.

  • Was a full-time yoga teacher from 2013-2021.

  • Co-founded Room to Breathe, a psychologically sensitive yoga studio in the Chicago Loop. I directed the studio for over 6 years.

  • I have written and taught a comprehensive 250-hour yoga teacher training. The training focuses on how to teach in a trauma-sensitive manner that empowers students to connect with their own wisdom.

  • I have written and taught a 65-hour advanced yoga teacher training for certified teachers looking to incorporate more psychologically sensitive elements into their teaching.

  • I have taught alongside therapists, psychologists, and other healthcare professionals, working with them to design classes that meet the unique needs of their clients.

  • I have trained for thousands of hours in yoga and continue to actively train to keep my teaching fresh and relevant.

  • I earned a Master’s in Health Communication from Northwestern University, where my research focused on how to incorporate mindfulness into healthcare protocols.

  • You can read what students and colleagues say about my teaching here.

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Selected Services

Teaching & Practice Development

  • Personalized feedback on class sequences and teaching style

  • Guidance on cueing, adjustments, and working with different populations

  • Support in deepening personal practice, including asana, pranayama, and meditation

  • Exploration of yoga philosophy and how to weave it into teaching

Career & Business Growth

  • Help with finding your unique teaching voice and audience

  • Strategies for building a sustainable yoga business (pricing, packages, branding)

  • Marketing support (social media, website, SEO, content creation)

  • Guidance on transitioning to online teaching or hybrid models

Professional & Personal Support

  • Assistance with confidence, imposter syndrome, and avoiding burnout

  • How to develop a long-term, fulfilling teaching career

  • Ethical considerations in teaching and business

  • Resources for continuing education and advanced training

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