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DPYT - Dual Phase Yoga Therapy Model

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Introduction to DPYT- 


Yoga therapy has traditionally focused on guided sessions, where a yoga therapist leads clients through a structured practice. However, true healing extends beyond scheduled sessions—it requires daily integration.

Dual-Phase Yoga Therapy (DPYT) is a structured approach that divides therapy into two essential components:


  1. Morning Management – A short, structured self-practice that clients perform at home upon waking.

  2. Class Management – A guided therapy session led by a yoga therapist.


By addressing self-practice and therapist-led practice separately, DPYT ensures that clients actively participate in their healing process, rather than becoming dependent on external guidance.


Core Philosophy of DPYT-  DPYT is built on five key principles:

  1. Empowering Clients – Yoga therapy should promote independence, not dependency. Clients must be taught to sustain their practice beyond guided sessions.

  2. Morning as the Foundation – Many conditions (constipation, bloating, cervical pain, lower back pain, and sciatica) are worse in the morning. A short morning self-practice helps relieve symptoms early and set a positive tone for the day.

  3. Prana Shakti and Healing – Prana, which governs healing and digestion, can only focus on one at a time. Since the stomach is empty in the morning, Prana Shakti is fully available for healing, making morning an ideal time for self-practice.

  4. Long-Term Self-Care – Yoga therapy must be integrated into daily life. DPYT encourages habit formation through structured self-practice.

  5. The Role of a Teacher – A yoga therapist is ultimately a teacher, not just an instructor. Clients should leave therapy equipped with knowledge and tools for lifelong self-care.


    Why Morning Management?-

    Many conditions worsen overnight due to stiffness, poor circulation, or digestive stagnation. A structured 5–7-minute morning self-practice can:

    • Relieve discomfort immediately upon waking.

    • Prepare the body and mind for the day ahead.

    • Engage Prana Shakti in healing before digestion begins.

    • Foster self-reliance, reinforcing yoga as a lifestyle rather than a session-based practice.


    The Two Phases of DPYT-


    1. Morning Management (Self-Practice at Home)-

    • Clients follow a short, structured morning routine suited to their condition.

    • Practices must be simple, easy, and consistent, requiring no therapist supervision.

    • Morning practice sets the foundation for healing and energy balance.

    • Clients are encouraged to maintain regularity and discipline.


    2. Class Management (Guided Practice with Therapist)-

    • The therapist leads a personalized session based on the client’s condition.

    • The focus is on safe practice, proper alignment, and symptom management.

    • Sessions include breathwork, movement, and relaxation techniques tailored to the client.

    • The therapist monitors progress, makes adjustments, and provides feedback.

    • Regular follow-ups ensure long-term improvement.


    Progress Evaluation – The 21-Day Check-In-  

    DPYT follows a structured assessment cycle: every 3 weeks (21 days), the client undergoes a progress review. This is based on the principle that the body and mind need at least 21 days to establish a pattern. The therapist evaluates:

    • Symptom improvement (pain levels, digestion, mobility, energy).

    • Consistency in Morning Management.

    • Effectiveness of guided sessions and necessary modifications.

    • Client feedback on overall progress and challenges.

    This ensures that therapy remains dynamic, personalized, and results-driven.


    Conclusion-

    Dual-Phase Yoga Therapy (DPYT) is an innovative, structured approach that ensures yoga therapy becomes a lifelong self-care system rather than a temporary intervention. By balancing self-practice with guided sessions, DPYT empowers clients to take ownership of their healing, integrates yoga into daily life, and reinforces the therapist’s role as a teacher and guide.

    By adopting DPYT, we shift yoga therapy from passive dependence to active self-transformation, ensuring that clients are not just receiving therapy but learning how to sustain their well-being for life.


    By: Nidhi Thakur


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Bhawana
Feb 04

Beautifully explained 😊

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