Yoga Therapist

Duties and Responsibilities: Yoga Therapists often work with physical problems and emotional issues as well. They may work with patients such as people who deal asthma, back pain, high blood pressure, stress, anxiety or depression. During the therapy session yoga therapists take notes of the patient’s physical condition and take notes on their medical history as well. Yoga therapists then start off teaching the patient certain yoga positions then move on to harder and more complex yoga postures. They basically teach patients breathing exercises and different techniques to help them feel more calm and relaxed.

Salary: Median Wage of $40,970

Education: To become a Yoga Therapists there are certain requirements you need to meet.  You must include a complete a complete yoga therapy course, a yoga teaching qualification, and a high level of physical fitness. Training is also required for this particular medical career. Not only that but there are some skills you would need to have for this such as communication and listening skills and many more.

Reflection: I wouldn’t be a great fit for this career because I can be very impatient and I don’t really know if yoga is my thing. I don’t really enjoy doing yoga i just don’t find it relaxing.