Business Details
18 Years
experience
Your Trusted Mental Health Therapists in Roanoke, VA
Inner Wisdom Yoga & Psychotherapy was founded in 2008 with a mission to integrate the transformative practices of yoga and psychotherapy. As a licensed clinical psychologist and certified yoga instructor, I recognized the limitations of traditional talk therapy in addressing the holistic needs of clients. By combining mindfulness, breathwork, and gentle yoga with evidence-based therapeutic techniques like EMDR, we create a space for clients to access their inner wisdom and heal from trauma, anxiety, and chronic stress.Our approach emphasizes self-compassion, nervous system regulation, and the integration of mind, body, and spirit. Over the years, we have expanded to offer specialized services for healthcare professionals experiencing vicarious trauma and provide experiential workshops that empower individuals and communities. Our commitment to lifelong learning ensures that we remain at the forefront of innovative, client-centered care.
Services
Yoga-Informed Therapy
EMDR Therapy
Vicarious Trauma Services
Therapeutic Group Yoga
Workshops & Trainings
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- We offer EMDR therapy certified by the EMDR International Association.
- Our founder completed 200-hour and 500-hour yoga teacher trainings.
- Specialized support for mental health professionals experiencing vicarious trauma.
- Integrates neuroscience with somatic approaches for trauma healing.
- Provides experiential workshops for personal and professional growth.
Services
Yoga-Informed Therapy
Combines traditional talk therapy with mindfulness, breathwork, and gentle yoga to address depression, anxiety, and trauma. This approach honors the nervous system's adaptive patterns while fostering self-compassion and nervous system regulation. Clients explore movement and mindfulness at their own pace, with modifications available for all bodies.
EMDR Therapy
Utilizes bilateral stimulation to help clients reprocess traumatic memories, reducing their emotional impact. Effective for PTSD, complex trauma, and anxiety disorders, this evidence-based method enables clients to integrate past experiences and respond more fully to present moments. Sessions prioritize client autonomy and comfort throughout the process.
Vicarious Trauma Services
Specialized counseling for healthcare professionals experiencing burnout or compassion fatigue. Combines somatic approaches with resiliency training to address hypervigilance, emotional numbing, and work-related stress. Focuses on restoring personal boundaries and cultivating workplace wellness cultures through individual and agency-level interventions.
Workshops & Trainings
Experiential workshops teach yoga skills for mental health providers, trauma-informed parenting, and resiliency building. Participants gain practical tools for client care and self-care through didactic and hands-on activities. Topics include somatic approaches to addiction treatment and mindfulness in educational settings.
Therapeutic Group Yoga
Guided yoga sessions designed for therapeutic benefit rather than fitness. Focuses on restorative postures, breath awareness, and nervous system regulation. Groups provide a supportive environment for exploring body-based healing techniques, with modifications for varying physical abilities and comfort levels.
People
Dr. Annemarie Carroll
Licensed Clinical Psychologist & Yoga Teacher
Dr. Carroll integrates 15+ years of clinical psychology with advanced yoga training to address trauma and mental health. She developed Inner Wisdom Yoga & Psychotherapy after discovering yoga's healing potential during personal health challenges. Her work combines EMDR, somatic therapies, and resiliency training for individuals and organizations.
Questions
What types of therapy do you offer?
We offer yoga-informed therapy, EMDR therapy, and somatic approaches for trauma, anxiety, and chronic stress. Sessions may include mindfulness, breathwork, or gentle movement tailored to client preferences.
Do I need yoga experience to participate?
No prior yoga experience is required. Our sessions incorporate gentle, adaptable techniques suitable for all bodies, focusing on therapeutic benefits rather than physical fitness.
How do you support healthcare professionals?
We provide vicarious trauma counseling, resiliency training, and agency wellness programs. Services address compassion fatigue symptoms and promote sustainable self-care practices for mental and physical health workers.
Are group sessions available?
Yes, we offer therapeutic group yoga and specialized workshops on topics like trauma-informed care, mindfulness, and resiliency-building for both individuals and organizations.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Roanoke, Virginia, and the surrounding Blue Ridge Mountains region, with options for virtual sessions to accommodate broader geographic needs.
