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Lauren Tober, "Mental Health Aware Yoga: A Guide for Yoga Teachers" (Singing Dragon, 2024)

New Books in Psychology

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Integrating Yoga and Mental Health

This chapter explores the newly published guide 'Mental Health Aware Yoga,' which aims to equip yoga instructors with skills to support students facing mental health challenges. It discusses the urgent need for mental health training among yoga teachers and the therapeutic benefits of yoga for mental health. The chapter emphasizes the integration of Western psychological concepts into yoga, highlighting six fundamental pillars essential for creating a safe and effective therapeutic environment.

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