Good questions

Everything you might be wondering.

If your question isn't here, reach out any time — I'm always glad to talk it through before you begin.

Is this a replacement for therapy?

No. Wild Heart offers integrative wellness practices that beautifully complement traditional talk therapy and medical care — but they don't replace them, and aren't intended to diagnose or treat specific conditions. Many people find the two work wonderfully together, and I often encourage working alongside a licensed mental health professional.

Do I need to be flexible or in good shape?

Not at all. This practice is about meeting yourself exactly where you are. The pace is gentle and slow, and there's no fitness or flexibility requirement to begin — the only real prerequisite is being able to get down to the ground and move your own body around. Because private sessions are fully individualized, they give me the chance to slow things down even further, modify poses for your body, and truly meet you where you're at.

What actually happens in a session?

We start slowly, with a check-in and space for your body to arrive. From there, we move through gently held Yin postures and guided breath, with room to notice whatever surfaces — without pressure or judgment.

Along the way, I offer practical tools for beginning to tap into your own internal regulators to calm the nervous system, as well as skills for building greater awareness of your own mind and emotions — so you can begin taking back control of what's happening inside you and break the cycle of running on the autopilot that trauma so often creates. We close with a soft landing and a few practices to carry into your week.

Can I do a session with friends or a small group?

Yes. Beyond private one-to-one sessions, you're welcome to gather your own small group — friends, family, or loved ones — and I'll facilitate a session shaped around you. I'm not currently running open focus groups for the public; instead, groups are privately formed by the people in them, which keeps the space intimate and trusting. Reach out and I'll put together a quote for your group.

Where are you located, and do you travel?

I'm based in Bristol, Tennessee, and primarily see clients in the Bristol area. I'll sometimes travel beyond that radius for an additional fee. If you're farther away or simply prefer to practice from home, telehealth sessions are available anywhere — and they're $10 less per class.

Is Yin safe if I have chronic pain or an old injury?

Yin is gentle and slow by nature, which makes it well suited to bodies living with chronic pain or past injury. Just let me know what's going on for you beforehand, and we'll modify as needed. As always, if you have a medical condition, it's wise to check with your healthcare provider first.

What do I need for an in-home session?

Not much at all — just a safe, quiet space in your home and comfortable clothing you can move and rest in. I bring the props we'll use (bolsters, blankets, and anything else), so there's nothing for you to buy or gather. Prefer to practice somewhere else? Sessions can also be arranged in a park or another location you have access to, on request.

Do You Diagnose or Treat Injuries or Specific Health Conditions?

No. I am not a physician or other medical provider, and I do not diagnose, prescribe treatment for, or medically treat injuries, illnesses, or specific health conditions.

My work takes a holistic, whole-person approach to wellness. Rather than focusing exclusively on a particular symptom or physical concern, I consider the many interconnected dimensions of an individual's experience—including movement and posture patterns, physical tension, stress, emotional and mental wellbeing, life experiences, relationships and support systems, and the ways these factors may influence overall wellbeing.

Through guided movement, mindfulness, self-inquiry, and other holistic practices, sessions are designed to help you develop greater awareness of your own physical, mental, and emotional patterns and cultivate practical tools for supporting your wellbeing.

I see myself as a guide alongside you on your wellness journey—not someone who "fixes" you or has all the answers. Ultimately, this work is about helping you develop the awareness, skills, and self-trust to take greater ownership of your own wellbeing and focus your energy on the things that are within your control.

Some clients may experience benefits such as reduced stress, greater body awareness, improved relaxation, or relief from tension and discomfort. However, these outcomes are not guaranteed, and sessions are not intended to diagnose, prevent, or treat a specific medical or psychological condition.

When a concern requires medical or mental health care, I encourage clients to work with an appropriately licensed healthcare professional. Holistic wellness can complement professional healthcare, but it does not replace it.

What Does "Holistic Wellness" Mean?

Holistic wellness means looking at the whole person rather than viewing wellbeing through a single symptom, diagnosis, or area of the body.

The word holistic comes from the idea that the different dimensions of our lives are interconnected. Physical wellbeing, mental and emotional health, relationships, environment, lifestyle, stress, life experiences, and our relationship with ourselves can all influence how we experience our bodies and our lives.

A holistic approach therefore asks broader questions: What else is happening in this person's life? What patterns are they noticing? What supports or challenges their wellbeing? How do their physical, mental, emotional, social, and environmental experiences interact?

This does not mean assuming that every symptom has a hidden emotional cause, or that one factor explains everything. Instead, holistic wellness recognizes that a person is more than a symptom and creates space to explore the larger context of their experience.

At Wild Heart Yoga Holistic Healing, this perspective guides the work toward greater self-awareness, self-understanding, and personal agency. Rather than simply trying to "fix" a particular symptom, the goal is to help you become more connected to your own body, mind, emotions, and patterns so that you can make more informed and empowered choices about your wellbeing.

How do I get started?

Reach out through the contact page, email, or a call, and we'll find a time. If you'd like to get a feel for the practice first, there are free guided practices on YouTube and the free Trauma & Triggers program to begin.

Still wondering something?