I have been a frequent yoga participant over the years, therefore trying different teachers and styles of yoga practice. Some of my challenges have been that I have struggled to find a teacher who completely understands or has the advanced knowledge on how to provide better individual options and who can help me with my own path of wellbeing.  I attended Melissa’s general classes and fell in love with the teaching style and class atmosphere, with this I attended Melissa’s Yoga Therapy practice for a more personalised practice to add into my daily routine. My experience was that these one-on-one class structures, were very intimate  and Melissa provided a safe place to open up to the emotional root cause of the physical issues. Melissa was able to investigate my underlying issues and develop a program specifically for my body, ailments and a practice with which I could build on over time. My outcomes are wonderful, I have not looked back from this point, I feel stronger physically and more mentally aware all the time and she was able to give me daily tools to incorporate into my every day to help with managing the stresses of life. If you are looking for that specialised teacher, who can help realign you and put balance back, then I encourage you to try the Yoga Therapy sessions with Melissa.

Having previously “dabbled” in different yoga classes & styles over the years, I felt inspired to go deeper into a practice for myself. Movement, dance, walking and going to the gym have been important aspects of my general well-being. However, following extensive surgeries & medical intervention, I needed something else for recovery & rejuvenation. Meeting Melissa for Yoga Therapy at this time of my journey, was perfect for me, which I am deeply grateful for. Before our first session, I completed a written review of my circumstances, which allowed us both to become clear about the possible process, it also meant the first session involved us getting straight into practice as Melissa had clearly taken time to go through my needs. It was a very individual approach, which felt extra special. Melissa has a way of being very present, welcoming and easy to be with. I continued more sessions, and integrated the practice at home. The benefits have been felt on all levels of my well-being. It is much more than a physical journey. From little things like brushing my teeth in a slower manner, to bigger things like knowing in my body & mind what feels right for me. It is a process that will be different for each individual, and it will call those for whom it is meant. I am blessed to have taken this time, to invest in myself with the resources available from the most simple yet powerful things in life. Thank you Melissa.

After 7years of failed IVF in Australia we had planned to travel to the US for a final round of treatment. Melissa started sessions with me prior to my treatment, through my treatment and after my treatment. This included yoga exercises to help during the flight. Melissa tailored my sessions to each stage of my IVF treatment and pregnancy right up until the successful birth of our little one. I truly believe that by helping me learn how to manage my stress through connecting with breath and through practicing mindfulness techniques it contributed to our successful IVF treatment. Melissa has a gentle and caring approach that instantly makes you feel relaxed and comfortable.

Melissa taught me how to embed yoga and mindfulness techniques into my daily routine which still help me today.