About me
My name is Sharòn & I am a Yoga Teacher & Yoga Therapist, based in Shenley, Hertfordshire. I have been practising yoga for almost 30 years. I discovered early on how deeply supportive & enriching yoga could be & continues to be in my everyday life.
What is Yoga Therapy & how it can help
Yoga Therapy is an ancient, complementary healing process & journey of Self-Discovery, Love & Transformation, in Mind, Body, Breath, Heart & Soul.
Yoga tools include beautiful Breathing & Meditation practices, appropriate & gentle postures, Relaxation techniques, Visualisation & Mantra/Chanting, very specific to each person, according to individual needs. Yoga Therapy can support people with health issues, who are willing to explore some of these practices to help soothe & manage their symptoms, with the added intention to strengthen Physical & Emotional/Mental capacity. A viable & effective option that may work alongside traditional/conventional medicine & treatments.
Health issues include Stress & Burnout, Anxiety, Depression, Digestive, Bone & Joint Disorders, Allergies, Breathing difficulties, Menopause, Fibromyalgia, CFS, Long Covid & other low-energy related illnesses.
What to expect/look forward to
I share an authentic, compassionate & restorative style of yoga, with many potential & collaborative benefits.
I offer a safe, calm, non-judgemental & supportive space in which to observe, explore, share & discuss thoughts & feelings, with honesty & compassion. To develop an optimistic, sensitive & intuitive attitude toward & about yourself. To encourage more clarity & confidence in relationships & communication. To gradually introduce new & effective lifestyle choices & changes, finding courage to let go of habitual patterns of behaviour & reactions that no longer serve you nor others well. To pacify, rebalance & cleanse systems on a physical, emotional, mental, energetic &/or spiritual level. To release some of the build up of trauma, resistance, stress, anxiety & tension & restore a sense of inner spaciousness, freedom & well being. To cultivate a loving connection with your heart, learning to trust strength, peace & light deep within.
The Yoga Therapy process
The Yoga Therapy process is structured with one to one consultations (frequency depending on what suits each individual best) & the introduction of a regular, personal practice which includes an appropriate combination & sequence of yoga tools. The process is gradual, subtle, experiential & intentional, no promises are made. Changes to the practice will be suggested if necessary. The practice can become a precious opportunity to pause during the day, for quiet, rest, connection & steadiness.
Suggestion to have your own yoga mat, a blanket & any props (for added comfort/padding) Option for Chair practice if lowering down onto the floor is too difficult.
Arranging a consultation
In person consultations at home or option to meet online depending on location & circumstances. I also have a yoga space locally in Shenley if you'd prefer not to meet at home.
Health Form & Disclaimer
Health Form to be completed as best you can & returned prior to first session. This is available on request. The introductory session is Health Form-based, an opportunity to connect & begin to establish support & practice going forwards.
Further details at www.anahatasantosha.com
Training, qualifications & experience
I have been practising yoga since 1997 :)
Yoga Teacher Training, Bushey School of Yoga, 2016
Yoga Therapy Training, Self-Empowerment & Healing through Body, Breath, Mind & Spirit, 2023-25.
I have completed a variety of Continued Professional Development courses, which include Yoga for Mental Health, The Chakras, Yoga & Digestion, Patanjali's Yoga Sutras, Looking after your Heart, Inner Sense Yoga & Sounds & Mantra.
I teach weekly day time & evening, Online & In Person Private & Group yoga classes in Shenley & surrounding areas & on yoga residential weekends & workshops for the yoga For Health Foundation (YHET) I also share a Chair Yoga session in a Community Centre for the Elderly every fortnight, a privilege to say the least.
Therapies offered
Other available therapies
Yoga Therapy Tools include:
Asana, Posture-work
Pranayama, Breathwork
Dyanam, Meditation, Contemplation
Bhavana, Visualisation
Mantra, Chanting
Mudra, Hand Gestures
Svadhyaya, Self-enquiry, Talking Therapy
Connection to Chakras, subtle energy centres
Yoga Philosophy & Wisdom
Healthy & appropriate diet/eating, lifestyle & sleep habits
Photos & videos
Fees
£50.00 per session
Free initial telephone session
Additional information
One hour Therapy sessions, weekly or monthly.
Introductory consultation is £60, £50 per session thereafter.
Payment is made on the day of session & via bank transfer. Bank details are shared directly once session has been arranged. 24 hours cancellation notice, otherwise full payment is due.
Free initial 15 minute telephone conversation or happy to correspond & answer any questions by email.
When I work
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I can be flexible with arranging session times that work around my existing schedule. Please let me know availability that you have during the week & we can then organise what's best for us both.
Further information
If you have any doubts about participating in yoga practice/therapy, to consult with either your GP or Medical Professional prior to your first session.
