FAQ

​Integrative Health

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What is an Integrative Health Practitioner?

An Integrative Health Practitioner is there to help you wade through all the information coming out every day on different health benefits of particular foods and rules for movement. Instead of using a crash diet, or eating fad, an IHP works together with a client to create habits that are sustainable and realistic to your busy lifestyle without feeling overwhelmed and to actually reach your health goals once and for all. Rather than getting a prescribed diet or fitness plan, you are getting individualized strategies that focus on your specific needs. Integrative Health Practitioners are trained in several different areas related to health such as nutrition guidelines and research, behavior change patterns, and physical activity to give you a well-rounded way to make positive, lasting changes to your lifestyle. 

 

How can an Integrative Health Practitioner benefit me?

Regardless of whether your health goal is to lose a certain amount of weight, get better sleep, lose the brain fog, increase energy, or any other issue that is getting in the way of your day-to-day life, an IHP can definitely benefit you. With the vast knowledge base an Integrative Health Practitioner has, you are in the hands of a professional who wants to help you find the best solutions to your health struggles. The other benefit of working with an IHP is you are getting individualized attention, you are listened to, and you have someone by your side as you implement, alter, and adapt these new health habits you are trying to put in place. Who doesn’t want someone in their corner, cheering them on with researched health advice that is being integrated into their current lifestyle?

 

What is a session with an Integrative Health Practitioner like?

In a nutshell, after the initial consultation where we discuss your goals, your current struggles, and if we would be a good fit to work together, we start implementing small changes to your weekly routine and your daily life. We make a wellness plan together on how you want to best put our discussion into action. With small changes, reflection, honesty with yourself, and some work, we’ll change your patterns, create positive behaviors, and reach those goals.

 

Does having an Integrative Health Practitioner really work?

While having an IHP does not guarantee you results since you have to be an equal part in the process and put in the work, some specific IHP client successes have included:

• 5-25 pound weight loss

• Overcoming food addiction

• Eliminating the need for blood pressure medication

• Improved energy throughout the day

• Better sleep patterns

• Cutting out diet pills

• Elimination of bloating and becoming more regular

• More energy for workouts

• Eating a balanced diet

• Cutting the sugar cravings

• Overcoming the deprived mentality or anxiety

• Incorporating daily movement

 

Who is an Integrative Health Practitioner really for?

Truly anyone can benefit from working with an Integrative Health Practitioner. When it comes to making positive changes for your health, there is really no way to go wrong when working with an IHP. While I predominately assist working moms, I also specialize in stress reduction, peri-menopause women, food allergies, and the list goes on.

 

To determine if working with an Integrative Health Practitioner would really benefit you, ask how often you experience specific things like:

 

• Have you set the same health and fitness goal (lose 10 pounds, eat less sugar, etc) for over year and have not achieved it?

• Have you started and stopped different types of diets with yoyo results?

• Do you become overwhelmed by all the information when figuring out what to eat or what workout plan to follow?

• Do you often feel tired, unmotivated, irritable, or foggy?

• Do you have a lot of excuses for your current state of health?

• Are your exercise habits spotty or nonexistent?

• Do you feel like you do not have time to cook or workout, so you feel like improving your health is a lost cause? 

• Do you need motivation to figure out how to improve your health because you are frustrated with a lack of real and lasting results?

• Do you want specific, personalized actions that are realistic and sustainable to your life? 

• Are you constantly putting yourself last?

• Do you feel more successful with consistent accountability?

• Do you truly want to make a lifestyle change?

 

How do I get started with an IHP?

If you are ready to create lasting habit changes, skip the yoyo dieting, and reach your health goals for good? Then working one-on-one with an Integrative Health Practitioner is going to be perfect for you. One-on-one coaching options here as they come in 4 week, 12 week, and 16 week commitments with varying levels of support at each one.

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Yoga

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What are the benefits of Yoga? 

With regular practice, you will notice your body getting stronger and more flexible; you will feel more grounded and have better posture. On a mental level you will notice improved focus, the ability to stay calm and maintain relaxed breathing.

 

Do I need to be flexible and strong? 

It is a misunderstanding that you have to be flexible or strong to do yoga. We work on many levels including the body, the breath, the mind and the spirit in every class. You will find yourself becoming more flexible and stronger as you continue to practice yoga.

 

What class should I try?

It is a good idea to try different classes to get an idea of the style of yoga and teachers you like and is right for you. Ashtanga, Power Flow, and Vinyasa classes tend to be the more physically demanding classes, while Gentle Yoga, Yin Yoga and the Restorative Yoga classes are less physically challenging.

 

What should I bring to class?

Bring water to stay hydrated, a yoga mat if you have one. We have mats available if you do not have one. You may want to purchase your own mat for reasons of personal hygiene and regularity of practice.

 

What should I wear in class?

Athletic clothing where the instructor can have a good idea of your body alignment, and at the same time clothes that are comfortable, fast drying and do not restrict your movement.

 

I’m coming to my first class! What should I expect? 

Congratulations on starting your yoga practice! We're excited to have you. First, please arrive 10-15 minutes early so we can meet you and help you settle in. One of us will give you a tour when you arrive and show you the studio where you will be taking class. For safety reasons, we do not allow new students to enter class late. Therefore, please arrive extra early for your first class. The practice space is a cell phone free zone. Please place your phone on vibrate or silent and leave it outside of the class. If you're on call or do need your phone, please let a teacher know.

 

What if I have pain or a pervious injury?

It is always appropriate to talk to the instructor about any existing physical conditions and concerns you have about them. Yoga benefits many people with chronic pain by helping the body regain its balance between strength and flexibility, movement and awareness. If you are under a doctor’s care for an acute situation, please be sure to discuss taking yoga classes with him or her.

 

Can pregnant women do yoga?

Yoga can be very beneficial during pregnancy, but make sure to let your instructor know you are pregnant. Make sure to avoid twisting, inversions, pranayama, any abdominal strengthening pose and lying on your belly. Remember, balancing poses may get tougher as you progress in your pregnancy so use the wall or blocks to keep yourself balanced and stay in the pose longer. Make sure to drink plenty of water and take bathroom breaks whenever needed.

 

What if I need to leave class early? 

If you know you need to leave class early, that is okay, but please let your instructor know ahead of time so that they know everything is okay. Please set your mat in a spot closest to the door to limit disruption on your way out.

 

Can I bring my child to class with me? 

The answer to this depends on your child's age. We strive to make all of our students feel safe, comfortable, and focused in all of our classes. We set our policies to ensure that each yoga students attends classes that are safe for the developmental stage of their body and brain.

Ages 14-17: We allow minors ages 16-17 in any of our classes, with permission (signed waiver) from their parent or guardian.

Age 13 and under: We do not allow children under the age of 13 in our adult classes. ⁠

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