The Therapeutic Use of Yoga Nidra and iRest® for Health and Healing
with Karen Soltes
This workshop was held live, March 4 & 11th
Replay available for purchase below
In recent years, the ancient yogic practice of Yoga Nidra has emerged into the forefront of yoga philosophy and practice. A variety of schools of Yoga Nidra are increasingly being incorporated as therapeutic tools for health and healing. This 2-part workshop will discuss some of the various Schools of Yoga Nidra, particularly iRest® Yoga Nidra. Discussion will include:
- What is Yoga Nidra
- Why Yoga Nidra works in our bodies and minds
- How it can be effective for addressing physical and psychological challenges
- Where it is being utilized for relaxation, healing and creating a sense of well being.
This workshop will include a combination of theory and practice. Some previous experience with Yoga Nidra is helpful, but not essential.
Investment: $50. (No one will be turned away due to lack of funds. Contact info@innerpeaceyogatherapy.com to inquire.)
* Session will be recorded and replay will be made available to all those who register.
About Karen Soltes
Karen Soltes LCSW, RYT, Certified iRest® Yoga Nidra teacher and Senior iRest Trainer, C-IAYT
Karen holds Masters degrees in both Clinical Social Work and Education and has worked in a variety of therapeutic and educational settings over the past 35 years. She served as the Director of the Therapeutic Yoga Program at Circle Yoga in Washington, DC and was on the teaching faculty of the MUIH Yoga Therapy Master’s Program. Karen taught iRest® Yoga Nidra at the Washington DC VA Hospital as part of the Integrated Health and Wellness Program for 8 years where she observed firsthand the benefits of iRest in alleviating the symptoms of PTSD, Substance Abuse, Anxiety, Depression, and Chronic Pain. In addition to her work at the VA, she is a founding partner of Warriors at Ease, whose mission is to train yoga and meditation teachers to work in military communities. She currently resides in Durango, Colorado.