Mind-Body Psychotherapy
|
Sandi Anders, M.Div., offers a spirit-based, supportive therapy process for those who desire healing, self-understanding and peace. An environment of safety and understanding is provided where clients may learn self-acceptance and develop skills to lead more healthful lives. She uses meditation, guided imagery and relaxation therapy to help clients reduce the impact of stress in their lives. In addition, she has extensive training in positive approaches to sexuality and in marital-sexual therapy. |
|
|
Stress Mastery: Tools for Relaxation and Transformation
|
Sandi also offers one on one sessions designed to teach her clients relaxation skills tailored to their individual needs. These sessions provide people with an array of essential tools that one can choose from to create the experience of relaxation, relaxation which is essential to counteract the harmful effects of chronic stress on the body. Some of these tools might include: |
1. Rhythmic, Deep, Diaphragmatic Breathing
2. Body Scan
3. Centering Meditation
4. The Practice of Mindfulness
5. Visualization or Guided Imagery/Meditation
6. Walking Meditation
7. Meditation in Motion with Gentle and Restorative Yoga
|
|
|
Mindfulness Meditation Instruction
|
| Sandi offers individual sessions on mindfulness, the practice of becoming aware of and fully living in the present moment. This practice can provide clients with an experience of the relaxation response as they learn to be in the present with non-judgmental, moment to moment awareness. It allows the practitioner to become centered and fully engaged in life as it unfolds. When we are able to bring mindful awareness to what is happening in the moment, we cease the stress-inducing habit of multi-tasking and allow ourselves to be fully engaged in what is at hand. Only then can we be fully alive -- present to our lives! |
|
|
Gentle and Restorative Yoga Classes
|
| In these classes, Sandi combines gentle stretching and strengthening based on the practice of yoga with imagery for relaxation, meditation and breath awareness. These classes are held in her fully equipped private yoga studio (3 Oaks Yoga) and are intimate and small - the maximum allowed in each of the classes is 6-7. Sandi's unique style of teaching blends clear instruction and strong knowledge of postural alignment with peaceful, meditative imagery and breath work. |
|
|
Restorative Yoga |
Restorative Yoga differs from a regular yoga practice in that the emphasis is on complete relaxation. The body is supported in each pose by props. Once the body is comfortable and at ease, each pose is held from 5 to 15 minutes. This enables the healing effects of any given pose to deepen and encourages patterns of stress and tension which are held in the body and mind to gradually dissolve. Sandi modifies each pose to best suit the particular needs of the student. This practice is deeply restful and ultimately rejuvenating. It is suitable for all.
On a therapeutic level, the practice of restorative yoga is essential for those suffering from low energy due to illness. |
|
|
Private Yoga |
| Stretch and relieve stress in private, one on one yoga sessions with Sandi. Gain from individualized attention to be found solo where sessions are tailored to the client's needs and taught in a comfortable, fully equipped yoga studio. |
|
|
Therapeutic, Special Needs Yoga |
| Sandi works with the therapeutic application of yoga for individuals who have illness, injury or unique postural challenges. |
|
|
Psycho-Spiritual Life Coaching
|
Just as professional athletes have coaches, so do successful people. Personal coaching is a fusion of the best that mentoring, consulting, counseling, personal growth and spirituality have to offer, benefiting clients in their personal and professional lives. People hire coaches to help them bridge the gap between where they are now and where they want to be. Sandi offers this highly personalized approach to help people optimize their potential and move towards living an authentic life that they love.
Confidential telephone appointments offer convenient, one-on-one coaching sessions to fit any schedule or location. |
|
The Alchemy of Peace & Love:
Magical Medications to Calm Your Mind and Lift Your Spirit |
Our products and CDs are based upon scientific research on stress and the relaxation response - and grounded in own experience with yoga, breathwork and mindfulness practices. Expand your knowledge about stress, stress management, meditation and the relaxation response in the articles you find on this website.
Sandi is pleased to announce the release of her new CD, The Alchemy of Peace & Love. This 2-CD set is designed to enhance health and well-being through the magic of breath and relaxation.
Disc One - Peaceful Mind Meditation - is a 26-minute body scan relaxation, followed by a meditative song and 20 minutes of soothing instrumental music to deepen your experience of relaxation. It’s perfect for taking a “mini-vacation” from a stressful life – or for bedtime listening for those who struggle with insomnia.
Disc Two - I Am Beloved Meditation - is a 26-minute guided visualization followed by 22 minutes of quiet, restful music. This meditation is designed to help you connect deeply with you innermost Self, building self-esteem and self-acceptance. The I Am Beloved Meditation, with its soothing words and music, also works well as the backdrop for a gentle yoga practice.
Click on the Stress Management and Relaxation section of The Guide to Self-Help Books for further learning about the importance of relaxation and stress reduction! |
|
