What is Yoga Therapy

What is Yoga Therapy?

Yoga Therapy is a holistic approach that combines mindful movement, breathing exercises, and meditation to promote physical and emotional healing. Unlike fitness-oriented yoga, Yoga Therapy is tailored to support recovery and encourage a safe, non-judgmental relationship with the body.

For people with eating disorders, Yoga Therapy can reduce body image distress, improve self-awareness, and build trust in the body’s natural strength and resilience.

At Virtue Recovery, Yoga Therapy is offered alongside evidence-based treatments such as CBT, DBT, ACT, and nutritional counseling as part of our comprehensive recovery programs.

5 Benefits of Yoga Therapy for Eating Disorders

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Promotes Mind-Body Connection

Encourages safe, compassionate awareness of the body by integrating mindful movement with breath. This practice helps clients reconnect with their physical selves in a healing and nonjudgmental way.

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Reduces Stress & Anxiety

Breathing and mindfulness practices calm the nervous system and reduce tension. Over time, yoga fosters inner peace and resilience against daily stressors.

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Supports Emotional Regulation

Provides tools for coping with distress and strong emotions through mindful awareness. Clients learn to pause, breathe, and respond with greater balance instead of reacting impulsively.

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Builds Strength & Flexibility

Encourages a positive, functional relationship with physical health by promoting strength and mobility. This fosters confidence in the body’s capabilities and enhances overall well-being.

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Encourages Body Acceptance

Shifts focus from appearance to inner well-being and self-compassion. Through consistent practice, clients learn to appreciate their bodies for what they can do rather than how they look.

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How Yoga Therapy Works at Virtue Recovery

  • Gentle Yoga Flows
    Safe, accessible movement sequences help clients reconnect with their bodies in a non-threatening way. These flows promote grounding, stability, and overall relaxation during recovery.

  • Breathing Techniques (Pranayama)
    Controlled breathing exercises regulate emotions and reduce anxiety by calming the nervous system. Clients learn practical techniques they can use both on and off the mat.

  • Restorative Yoga
    This practice emphasizes supportive poses designed to encourage deep relaxation. Restorative yoga helps balance the nervous system and build resilience to stress.

  • Mindful Meditation
    Incorporating stillness and awareness helps clients strengthen their connection to the present moment. Meditation enhances clarity of thought and supports emotional regulation.

  • Body Awareness Practices
    Clients are guided to reconnect with their physical selves without judgment or criticism. This fosters greater compassion for their bodies and builds healthier self-perception.

  • Trauma-Sensitive Approaches
    Yoga therapy at Virtue Recovery is adapted to meet the unique needs of those with trauma histories. Gentle modifications and a supportive environment ensure safety and empowerment.

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Luxury Yoga Therapy Programs

Virtue Recovery provides Yoga Therapy in serene, supportive settings designed to promote peace, balance, and deep healing. Clients are guided through mindful practices that encourage relaxation, self-awareness, and a compassionate connection to their bodies in a safe and nurturing environment.

With dedicated spaces for movement, meditation, and restoration, clients benefit from yoga practices that complement medical and therapeutic care. This integrative approach enhances recovery by building physical strength, reducing stress, and supporting long-term emotional well-being.

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Our Las Vegas Luxury Inpatient Eating Disorder Treatment Center

Our inpatient program includes daily opportunities for Yoga Therapy as part of a structured schedule. Combined with medical monitoring, nutritional counseling, and evidence-based therapies, yoga provides grounding and healing support.

Name: Virtue Recovery Las Vegas

Address: 9230 Corbett St, Las Vegas, NV 89149

Phone Number: (702) 996-5973

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Our Las Vegas Adolescent / Teen Inpatient Eating Disorder Treatment Center

Yoga Therapy is especially effective for teens, providing a safe and empowering way to reconnect with their bodies. Our Teen Program includes age-appropriate yoga sessions focused on mindfulness and self-acceptance.

Name: Silver State Adolescent Treatment

Address: 8225 W Robindale Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89113

Phone Number: (725) 777-1440

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Frequently Asked Questions

A therapeutic practice using yoga, breathing, and mindfulness to support healing and recovery.

Yes. Sessions are adapted for recovery, with an emphasis on gentle, safe, and body-positive practices.

It reduces anxiety, improves emotional regulation, and builds a healthier relationship with the body.

No. Yoga Therapy at Virtue Recovery is designed for all levels, from beginners to experienced participants.

Yes. Our adolescent program (ages 11–17) includes age-appropriate yoga sessions.

Glossary of Terms for Yoga Therapy

A therapeutic practice combining yoga, mindfulness, and breathwork.

Breathing techniques used in yoga to calm and regulate emotions.

Gentle poses that promote deep relaxation.

Awareness of the relationship between mental and physical health.

Focused awareness of the present moment without judgment.

Healing practices that address mind, body, and spirit.

Eating Disorder Therapies

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

CBT helps clients identify and reframe negative thought patterns that lead to disordered eating behaviors.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

DBT equips individuals with skills in emotional regulation, mindfulness, and distress tolerance to reduce self-destructive eating behaviors.

Motivational Interviewing (MI)

MI fosters intrinsic motivation for recovery by helping clients resolve ambivalence and set meaningful goals.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

ACT guides clients to accept difficult emotions while taking committed actions aligned with their values and recovery.

Family-Based Therapy (FBT)

FBT empowers families, particularly for adolescents, to take an active role in restoring healthy eating and supporting long-term recovery.

Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT)

IPT addresses how relationship challenges, grief, or life transitions contribute to eating disorders and promotes healthier social functioning.

Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)

ERP reduces food-related anxiety by helping clients gradually confront feared foods and break avoidance patterns.

Meal Support Therapy

Structured mealtime support provides a safe environment to help clients relearn normal eating patterns and reduce food-related fear.

Nutritional Counseling

Licensed dietitians work closely with clients to develop balanced, individualized meal plans and restore healthy nutritional habits.

Group Therapy

Group therapy fosters peer support, shared healing, and community connection throughout the recovery journey.

Art Therapy

Art therapy offers a nonverbal outlet for exploring emotions, trauma, and body image issues through creative expression.

Music Therapy

Music therapy engages clients in healing through sound, rhythm, and songwriting to promote emotional release and relaxation.

Meditation Therapy

Meditation therapy promotes mindfulness, self-awareness, and inner calm, helping clients manage anxiety and stay grounded.

Yoga Therapy

Yoga therapy enhances body awareness, self-acceptance, and emotional balance through movement, breathwork, and mindfulness.

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