Kristen

Joyful Pose Yoga

• Personalized Yoga Therapy
• Chronic Pain Management
• Yoga Teacher Training

Kristen Gustke, as a Certified Yoga Therapist, offers specialized services focused on managing chronic pain through scientifically-backed yoga therapy techniques. Her approach is tailored to address the root causes of pain, emphasizing the development of personalized practices that promote pain relief and improved well-being. Kristen's methods are grounded in a deep understanding of the body's mechanics, providing a holistic and drug-free alternative for effective chronic pain management.

Additionally, Joyful Pose Yoga provides a 200-hour yoga teacher training program, offering flexible options for students to become certified yoga teachers. The program includes in-person, hands-on training with an emphasis on personal growth and professional development in yoga.

“My joints spontaneously dislocate and are not amenable to returning home. A painfilled year after losing use of my left arm and physically therapy without good results, I had the opportunity to work with Kristen remotely as I live in the middle of USA. After a few sessions I regained 80% use of my arm, but was still in severe pain from my hip (partly dislocated for the last 3 years) and was only able to stand or walk for less than 5 minutes. My doctor pronounced me permanently disabled. After one day of learning pain management techniques and mental awareness, which I applied to movements Kristen had taught me, I regained the other 20% of movement - pain free - in my arm. A couple more learning sessions of whole body yoga movements and relaxation stretching, which I applied haphazardly (as I do most things) over the next 3 months, and my dislocated hip slid back into place all on its own and I can walk again and bend over to touch the floor, not to mention put my own socks on and do my own personal care. I am almost 70 years old and finally enjoying my retirement. Thank you Kristen! You've made my life enjoyable again!”

— Jacqueline