Based on the reviews, Roots Holistic Wellness offers a true yoga therapy practice rather than traditional fitness-based yoga classes. The approach is highly intentional, combining therapeutic strength work, embodiment practices and intentional meditation to support physical rehabilitation, nervous system regulation and overall well-being. Classes feel more like workshops, emphasizing a functional awareness of movement and holding patterns in the body, with guidance on how to safely build strength, stability and resilience. This somatic awareness helps to improve daily movement habits and stress response while improving overall quality of life. Clients describe Stephanie as super knowledgeable, patient, and non-judgemental. Her tailored practice is super gentle and practical. Many clients have seen huge differences in how their body moves, their balance, and their sense of serenity. One client with a history of eight significant back surgeries and a diagnosis of early onset Parkinson’s has lost over 60 pounds, dropped 4 jean sizes, sleeps better, and has started walking without a cane for the first time since 2008. Another client with a hip replacement has avoided further surgery for 6 years through the practice. The classes are calm and friendly, encouraging participation and the use of lessons during everyday activities. This is a deeply informed, evidence-minded practice that supports long-term health for both body and mind. Highly recommended for anyone seeking a therapeutic, integrative approach to yoga.
I started doing yoga therapy with Stephanie a couple of months ago for long standing chronic one-sided back pain. I have loved working with and getting to know Stephanie. She is super knowledgable and really patient and non-judgemental. I love my practice that she tailored for me. It's super gentle and practical and Stephanie took great care to help me work it into my schedule with practicality. I loved the gentle movement and yoga nidra at the end. It's really helped me get back into my body and become more aware of my body and my back pain is now so much better. Highly recommend.
I am a huge fan of Roots Holistic Wellness and Stephanie’s incredible classes. I live part time near Chatham and then also in NYC and I almost never miss her classes. She has made a huge difference in how my body moves, my balance and the sense of serenity that I have from her teaching. I work out 5-6 times a week in different modalities and Stephanie’s yoga therapy classes are a huge highlight. GO! Try one! You will never want to stop.
Roots Holistic Wellness offers a true yoga therapy practice rather than traditional fitness-based yoga classes. The approach is highly intentional, combining therapeutic strength work, embodiment practices and intentional meditation to support physical rehabilitation, nervous system regulation and overall well-being.
Classes feel more like workshops, emphasizing a functional awareness of movement and holding patterns in the body, with guidance on how to safely build strength, stability and resilience. This somatic awareness helps to improve daily movement habits and stress response while improving overall quality of life.
This is a deeply informed, evidence-minded...read full review