• Check in, centering, balanced hatha yoga set considering contraindications, relaxation (with imagery as appropriate),
• Balanced pranayama considering contraindications, meditation/centering.
• Include at least one suggestion from Karma, Bhakti, Raja, or Jnana Yoga tailored for this client.

Group Mentoring Session
4-24-2024
This was our first group meeting, and Raji, Landon, and Eiji attended.
Each of us presented a current client case and others offered their suggestions and advice. The challenges we are facing during intake and creating a care plan were also discussed.
General tips from Brahmi include adaptation to the client’s needs and ongoing learning, including updating the intake form.

5-22-2024
We shared recent experiences and challenges with clients.
- managing session time and covering all necessary items in the care plan
- Use simple keywords, and review and expand post session
- Keep notes brief review and expand notes post-session to maintain a detailed record
Discussed pre/post session
- Take some time to center yourself, allocate time before the session to prepare
Brahmi emphasized the importance of practice, self-care, and continuous learning.

6-19-2024
Today Mimi joined this meeting.
Brahmi explained the importance of using not only Hatha, Raja yoga but also using of Bhakti, Jnana and Karma yoga.
She also encouraged everyone to schedule one/one meetings with her.

Each of us shared our current client, Eiji shared about a 72 y/o woman with multiple conditions, Mimi had a client with hip/shoulder and lower back pain, Landon talked about his athlete
friend with depression and physical conditions.

Clarification on the documentation process for case studies versus standard clients.
Clarification on uploading session reports and the final report process.

7-17-2024
Host: Brahmi
Attendees: Landon, Mimi, Raji and Eiji

Today’s meeting was 60 minutes long because there were not many cases to be presented.
A new feature on the platform was announced; now total hours is calculated by entering length of each session.
Eiji talked about his 2 clients; one is a 72 y/o female with stiff person syndrome and other conditions, and another client is an 81 y/o male with Parkinson’s disease, prostate cancer, knee arthritis and other conditions.
All participants shared their thoughts and ideas for these clients,
those included the practice of Jnana Yoga, positive affirmation, Bhakti Yoga, svādhyāya.

8-14-2024
Host: Brahmi
Attendees: Raji, Landon, Eiji

There were only three attendees for this meeting. We shared current status of our practicum, and provided feedback and suggestions.

9-25-202
Host: Brahmi
Attendees: Eiji, Sonia, Landon

Eiji shared the progress of his sessions with a client whom he worked with as case study.
A client with prostate cancer is benefiting from a new meditation practice, Kirtan Kriya Meditation.
Sonia is supporting a young Iranian mother through yoga nidra and wisdom practices.
Kirtan Kriya was noted as effective for Alzheimer’s and brain health.
Discussions emphasized tailoring practices to individual needs, especially in group settings.
Participants reviewed their capstone projects and shared scheduling challenges.

10-23-2024
Host: Brahmi
Attendees: Shanti, Landon, Sonya, Raji, Eiji
The team shared their progress and provided feedback and suggestions.
Shanti reported her group case study she is currently working on, she transitioned her group focus from physical healing (bio plasticity) to brain health and neuroplasticity, integrating cognitive, emotional, and physical well-being.

11-16-2024
Host: Brahmi
Attendees: Eiji, Sonia, Lil and Shanti

The team shared the progress with their clients.
Shanti shared her sessions with a senior group, which she made as hybrid so that
students who have difficulty attending in-person can benefit from this format.

2-5-2025
Host: Brahmi
Attendees: Raji, Mimi, Landon, Eiji

The team discussed their personal and practicum activity updates, with a focus on their experiences with clients and the challenges of dealing with negative emotions in their work. They also explored the importance of self-care, rituals, and protective visualizations to manage these emotions. The conversation ended with Brahmi announcing her retirement plans.

3-12-2025
Host: Brahmi
Attendees: Raji, Mimi, Sonia, and Eiji
The group discussed their experiences with clients and the progress of their yoga therapy practices, with a focus on addressing specific health conditions and improving balance. They also shared their strategies for attracting clients and plans for their teaching schedules, as well as their challenges and solutions in teaching yoga. The conversation ended with discussions on the importance of timing and the universe bringing together individuals who need to learn from each other, and the process of report distribution for the upcoming class.

Capstone Presentation
Sonia 60mins 3/1/2025
Jeannice 60mins 2/3/2025
Anna 60mins 10/28/2025
Jivani 60mins 9/21/2025
Jaya 60 mins 8/19/2025

individual 7/1/2024
individual 7/29/2024
individual 8/22/2024
individual 9/28/2024
individual 11/13/2024
individual 1//30/2025
individual 2/19/2025