Tools to Ease Overactive Stress Response — Improve Emotional Control
Appointment Length
0 hour 60 minutes
Service Description
When your body feels like it’s stuck in “fight or flight,” even small stressors can trigger overwhelming reactions. This service is designed to help calm an overactive stress response and give you practical, body-mind tools to regain emotional control. Through guided techniques, you’ll learn how to quiet racing thoughts, ease physical tension, and shift out of constant hypervigilance so you can feel safe, grounded, and steady again.
Who This Service Is For
This service is a supportive fit if you are:
- A veteran, service member, or first responder navigating chronic stress or trauma symptoms
- Experiencing anxiety, panic attacks, or difficulty calming down after stressful events
- In a life transition (career change, separation, retirement, grief) that feels overwhelming
- Living with health conditions that amplify stress responses such as chronic pain, autoimmune disorders, or perimenopause
- Struggling with insomnia, emotional swings, or burnout from work or caregiving responsibilities
Who Will Benefit
Clients who often describe themselves as “always on edge” or “unable to relax” can see meaningful improvements. This includes those with:
- Anxiety, PTSD, or trauma-related symptoms
- Chronic stress, fatigue, or emotional overwhelm
- Difficulty concentrating, decision fatigue, or brain fog
- Physical symptoms of stress such as racing heart, shallow breathing, migraines, or digestive issues
- Mood swings, irritability, or trouble staying present with loved ones
- A desire to build healthier coping strategies and emotional resilience
Benefits of This Service
- Calm the body’s stress response and feel more at ease in daily life
- Improve emotional regulation and reduce irritability or outbursts
- Increase resilience to everyday stressors and unexpected challenges
- Sleep more soundly and wake feeling more rested
- Release physical tension, such as tight shoulders, jaw clenching, or stomach knots
- Strengthen mind-body awareness for long-term stress management
What to Expect
Sessions are personalized and combine simple, evidence-informed practices to regulate your nervous system and build stress resilience. You may explore:
- Guided breathwork to slow racing thoughts and ease anxiety
- Gentle movement or grounding postures to release muscle tension
- Somatic and mindfulness-based exercises to connect body and mind
- Practical tools you can use anytime—before a difficult conversation, during high stress moments, or to wind down before sleep
Each session is paced to meet you where you are. The focus is not on “fixing” you, but on equipping you with tools that restore balance, safety, and self-control.
Why Choose This Service
Many stress-management programs focus only on mindset or only on the body. This service bridges both, helping you re-train how your nervous system responds to triggers. With experience supporting veterans, trauma survivors, and individuals facing chronic stress, the approach is compassionate, trauma-informed, and grounded in real-world strategies that work beyond the session.
Take the Next Step
If you’re ready to stop feeling hijacked by stress and start feeling more calm, clear, and in control, this service is a supportive place to begin. Book a free consultation to explore how these tools can help you reclaim balance and build emotional resilience.
Service Requirements
Please fill out the intake form before the session. Message me if you have any questions.
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FAQs
														Q: Where are you located, and what services do you offer?
														A: We are based in Boston, Massachusetts, offering yoga therapy, mindfulness, movement, and mental health support. Services include individual and group sessions, workshops, and trainings—available both in-person and virtually.In-person trainings are hosted in collaboration with local studios and partner organizations throughout the Boston area. One-on-one sessions are also available in person for those seeking a more personalized experience.Virtual services are accessible from anywhere.
													
														Q: How much do sessions cost, and do you offer consultations?
														A: Pricing depends on the type and length of the session and will be discussed during your initial consultation. Initial consultations are free of charge and help us review your needs and tailor the right option for you.
													
														Q: Do you accept insurance?
														A: Although I do not accept insurance for yoga therapy (private pay only), I can bill for certain mental health services depending on your insurance if you live in MASSACHUSETTS only. Please check with your provider, and we can discuss this further during the initial consultation.Yoga Therapy is not universally covered by insurance, but some options may apply:Some Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) or Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) may reimburse Yoga Therapy if prescribed by a healthcare provider.Some private insurance plans cover complementary and alternative medicine (CAM), which may include Yoga Therapy. Please check your benefits.As a mental health provider, I may bill through my private practice for mental health conditions such as chronic pain, stress-related disorders, anxiety, depression, or mobility impairments.PLEASE NOTE that I do not accept insurance for Intensives or Workshops—only for Intake and Regular Sessions. Consultations are free of charge.
													
														Q: How do I book an appointment, and what information is required?
														A: You can book an appointment by phone, email, or through the provided online booking link. Once scheduled, you’ll receive an intake form via email to complete before your first session. This form gathers important details such as your health history, dietary preferences, and goals. Please fill it out completely to ensure a tailored experience during your consultation. If you need to update the form, you can do so before your first session by contacting us directly. Any changes after the consultation should be shared as soon as possible.
													
														Q: How long are sessions, and what formats are available?
														A: The initial consultation is 90 minutes. Following that, sessions and packages are flexible and tailored to your needs—we’ll review the options together during your intake session to determine what feels like the best fit. All services are currently offered virtually, but if you live in Massachusetts, in-person sessions may also be available for an additional fee.
													
														Q: Are sessions private and confidential, and do I need to sign a waiver?
														A: Yes, all information shared during sessions is kept strictly confidential except when disclosure is required by law to ensure your safety or the safety of others. During the initial consultation process, you’ll also sign a waiver acknowledging:- Yoga therapy is your personal practice, and you are responsible for your choices.- There are risks with physical movement, and you assume full responsibility for any injuries or damages.- You should consult a physician regarding any health concerns.PLEASE NOTE: I am not a licensed medical provider; all classes, yoga therapy, and meditations are for educational purposes only and are not a substitute for medical diagnosis or care.
													
														Q: What payment methods do you accept?
														A: We accept major credit and debit cards. Credit card payments include a 3% processing fee.
													
														Q: What is your cancellation, rescheduling, and refund policy?
														A: CANCELLATIONS: Refunds are available for sessions cancelled with at least 24 hours notice. Cancellations less than 24 hours before require 50% of the session fee.RESCHEDULING: Rescheduling is allowed with at least 24 hours' notice. If rescheduling is done within less than 24 hours, a rescheduling fee of $30 may apply.PREPAID PACKAGES: Refunds for prepaid packages or sessions are only available if the request is made within 7 days of purchase and no sessions have been used. After 7 days, refunds are not available, but you may transfer the remaining sessions to another person.LATE ARRIVALS: Late arrivals will still end at the originally scheduled time, and the full fee will apply. If you arrive more than 15 minutes late, the appointment may need to be rescheduled.EMERGENCIES: True emergencies will be considered on a case-by-case basis.DISSATISFACTION:  If you are dissatisfied with your session, please contact us within 7 days to discuss a resolution. Refunds are not issued for services rendered.Unfortunately, we do not offer refunds for missed appointments. If you miss a session, the full fee will be charged. No-shows will be charged a full session fee.
													
														Q: Do I need any special equipment or clothing?
														A: A yoga mat is recommended but not required. Most sessions can be adapted with little or no equipment, though optional props—like blocks, straps, or a chair—may enhance your experience. Please wear comfortable clothing, and feel free to bring a journal or notebook.
													
														Q: What if I have an emergency, privacy concern, or need accessibility support?
														A: EMERGENCIES: We do not provide crisis services—please call 988 or go to your nearest ER if you are in urgent need.PRIVACY: Your privacy is important to me. All personal information and session notes are stored securely and will never be shared without your explicit consent, except as required by law (such as risk of harm). Electronic communications are protected to the best of industry standards. You may request access to your records at any time.ACCESSIBILITY: We are committed to providing accessible services and materials. Please notify me in advance of any accommodations or support you may need to fully participate in sessions, workshops, or trainings. I strive to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for all clients.
													
