Heather Dare
Certified Yoga Therapist
My mission is to help women and mothers manage stress through yoga therapy, self-care & other spiritual practices promoting health, healing and happiness.
I am a Mother, Author, Artist, Ordained Minister, Assisted Stretch Practitioner, Reiki Practitioner, Spiritual Life Coach and Certified Yoga Therapist through the International Association of Yoga Therapists. I have a Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology with the majority of my coursework in Bio Behavioral Health from Pennsylvania State University.
I host group therapeutic yoga classes, and private yoga therapy sessions for stress management. I am the creator of the White Feather Program, which is a holistic self-care program for women with Stress, Anxiety, and/or Depression to improve health, healing and happiness.
I have been a yoga and meditation educator since 2013. I have shared the Hatha Yoga Tradition in a variety of settings including online, yoga studios, gyms, corporate centers, parks, community colleges and rehabilitation centers while teaching Classical Yoga, Yin Yoga, Gentle Yoga, Vinyasa Yoga, Power Yoga, Chair Yoga, Yoga for Seniors, Yoga for Athletes, and Yoga for Teens.
Enjoy the guided relaxation!
YOGA THERAPY
What is Yoga Therapy? “Yoga Therapy is the professional application of the principles and practices of yoga to promote health and well-being within a therapeutic relationship that includes personalized assessment, goal setting, lifestyle management, and yoga practices for individuals.” ~ IAYT.org
Yoga Therapy uses yogic tools, postures, breathwork, meditation techniques which addresses an individuals’ physical, mental, emotional and spiritual needs as opposed to a group yoga class. We develop a specialized, customized and therapeutic practice that can help with everything from easing symptoms of anxiety and depression to recovering from chemo or managing diabetes.
Yoga Therapy is used to help with Stress, Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, Schizophrenia, ADHD, Eating Disorders, Addiction, Post-Natal depression, back pain, diabetes, muscular skeletal problems, high blood pressure, Parkinson’s, Asthma, COPD, Cancer, HIV, Alzheimer’s, Brain injuries, MS, Autoimmune Disease, IBS, Obesity, and heart disease, Insomnia, Arthritis, osteoporosis and more.
REVIEWS
“It was amazing! Heather created an atmosphere of fellowship and connection that made the practice rich and meaningful. I am very grateful for the opportunity and look forward to more yoga.” ~ Maria
“I wanted to take the time to thank you for all the wonderful yoga classes! Last winter, I don't know what I would have done if I hadn't started doing yoga - it really saved me!” Mary
“ I come to Heather for her energy!” ~ Manish
“I am practicing the yoga you taught me 4-5 times a week. It has made a tremendous difference for me! Thank you for sharing your skill with me.” ~ Dorothy
“I attended Heather's class this morning. It was my first class back since the pandemic began. The class was just what I needed to make the transition. It was calming and grounding, at a nice pace.” ~Denise
“I love Zoom yoga with Heather! She conducts a great class, and I always feel refreshed when it is over. “ ~ Martha
“Heather was a patient and knowledgeable teacher for our 1 on 1 sessions. Being new to yoga, she worked with me on breathing, flow from one movement to another, and being in the moment and centered, all of which I appreciated. I’m looking forward to continuing to explore yoga with Heather as a guide.” ~Rita
About Me
I have been interested in Alternative Therapies, Medicine and Holistic Healing for as long as I can remember. Once I became a mother to my second son, I became overwhelmed with anxiety and couldn’t cope so I sought help. I was diagnosed with PTSD, Anxiety and Major Depression. I was determined to heal so I found a mental health counselor and researched other healing methods. Yoga was #1 when I googled. I was already very active and found myself in a yoga class at my local gym. After that very first class, I felt so mentally and physically relaxed and wanted to learn more so I went onto study yoga, meditation, and yoga therapy at The YogaLife Institute for 4 years. The yogic lifestyle has transformed my life in so many ways. I am more relaxed and at peace. Also, it has increased my creative abilities as I now sculpt clay, paint and write.