This is Yoga Therapy

Michele Lawrence interviews Amadea Morningstar, a pioneer in Ayurvedic nourishment and self-care, about her journey and contributions to the field. Amadea, who has a BS in Nutrition and an MA in Counseling, founded the Ayurveda Polarity Therapy and Yoga Institute in Santa Fe. She discusses her books, including "Ayurvedic Cooking for Westerners" and "Easy Healing Drinks from the Wisdom of Ayurveda," and explains the principles of Ayurvedic nutrition, polarity therapy, and Marma therapy. Amadea emphasizes the importance of individualized care and the integration of ancient practices with modern health principles. She also shares her daily spiritual practices and commitment to environmental respect. 

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In this episode, I interviewed Dr. Ram Rao. Dr. Ram holds a PhD in Neuroscience and presently serves as a Principal Research Scientist at Apollo Health which uses a systems-based, integrative approach to prevent, treat, or reverse Alzheimer’s disease. Ram is also a Board-certified Ayurveda Practitioner (AP), and a Registered Yoga Teacher and teaches Ayurveda and Yoga at the California College of Ayurveda. He is the author of the bestselling book Good Living Practices: The Best from Ayurveda, Yoga and Modern Science for Achieving Optimal Health, Happiness and Longevity.

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Join us on the latest episode of This is Yoga Therapy for a conversation with the insightful Doug Keller. We explore the therapeutic wisdom of yoga and what it offers for those navigating chronic pain and health issues. Tune in to learn how this evolving field is set to become a vital part of the future of yoga!

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In this podcast episode, I spoke with Sarah Kruse. Sarah is an Ayurvedic Doctor and she assists clients in returning to their true nature through the principles applied in Ayurvedic Consultations and Ayurvedic Health Coaching programs. Sarah is a graduate of The Ayurvedic Institute, where she studied under Dr. Vasant Lad, and has traveled extensively throughout India, studying with renowned Ayurvedic doctors and scholars.  She is also a graduate of The Brenneke School of Massage in Seattle. Sarah has  been practicing Ayurveda since 1999 and massage since 2001.  In the podcast, we discussed how the ancient system of Ayurveda can support your well-being. We dove into essential topics like Dinacharya (daily routines), Seasonal Detoxification, Rasayana (rejuvenation), and Women's Health. 

Links:

• July 2026 India Panchakarma Retreat (more details coming soon): 
• Fall Ayurvedic Community Cleanse

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In this episode, I spoke with Dr. Stephanie Minchin. Dr. Minchin, also known as The Yoga Psychologist, brings over 17 years of experience as a Clinical Psychologist, a Yoga Teacher, and a Yoga Therapist. With advanced training in breathwork, Internal Family Systems, and Somatic IFS, she founded House of Yoga Psychology, a spiritual sanctuary dedicated to supporting holistic wellbeing professionals and healing practitioners. 

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In this episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Jaime Stover Schmitt. Jaime began traditional yoga training at age six, continued it through high school, and started teaching yoga in 1974. She began offering her integrative approach to yoga therapy as Spanda® Yoga Movement Therapy in 1987. Her offerings are informed by not only ongoing classical yoga study, but by her training in myriad forms of bodywork, movement therapy, career as a professional dancer, and doctorate in Dance Education. For over three decades, Dr. Schmitt has mentored yoga therapists, trained teachers, and led workshops globally. During the podcast, we spoke about her new book, "Somatic Practice in Yoga Therapy." 

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In this episode, I had the privilege of speaking with Deborah King. Deborah is a Certified Yoga Therapist and the insightful founder of ReGrowing Our Wings: Yoga Therapy for Survivors of Relational Violence. Beyond her dedicated private practice, she partners with The Dove Project, creating vital yoga therapy offerings for survivors of gender-based violence. She also holds the unique privilege of creating specialized practices for people navigating multiple sclerosis, cancer, and postnatal mental health challenges through Swedish Medical Centers. Her recent article, "When Safety is a Privilege, Not a Choice: Yoga Therapy with Survivors of Intimate Partner Violence," was on the cover of the 2024 Winter issue of Yoga Therapy Today. 

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In this episode, I’m joined by Keri Marino—a somatic yoga therapist with over 16 years experience supporting women through deep, meaningful growth & healing.

Keri works with women who’ve spent years doing the inner work. They’ve been to therapy, read the books and done the yoga. And while they’ve come a long way, something still feels off. They’re tired of pushing through, tired of holding it all together, and deep down, they’re longing for something more sustainable. More joyful and soul-nourishing.

Keri shares how yoga therapy, somatic practices, and inner work can support women who are already on the healing path—but are now craving a life with more ease, more play, and more connection to themselves.

If you’ve ever longed to feel truly at home in your body… to stop feeling weighed down… and to move through your days with more presence, pleasure, and alignment—this episode is for you.

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In this episode, I interviewed Courtney Brame. Courtney is a dedicated yoga teacher, a yoga therapist in training, and the insightful founder of Something Positive for Positive People (SPFPP). Courtney's work provides crucial guidance for individuals navigating the often isolating experience of stigma, a journey deeply informed by his own experiences. Courtney is also the host of the SPFPP podcast and is the co-author of the book, Fundamental Concepts and Critical Developments in Sex Education. We’re honored to have Courtney as a student in our Inner Peace Yoga Therapy certification program.

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In this episode, I spoke with Ann Swanson—author of the bestselling Science of Yoga, which has been translated into over 15 languages and sold over 1/2 a million copies worldwide. Overcoming chronic pain and anxiety led her to India to study yoga, to China to explore tai chi, into the cadaver lab to teach anatomy, to night school to become a licensed massage therapist, and, ultimately, to earn a Master of Science in Yoga Therapy. 

This is the third time we've had Ann on the podcast. In this episode, we caught up on what’s new for Ann, including motherhood and the recent release of the 2nd edition of her Science of Yoga book, which includes some bonus content. We also spoke about the concept of “Yoga Snacks”: Bite-sized Breaks, Backed by Science. 

Links:

Website: Scienceof.Yoga

Instagram: @Scienceof.Yoga

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