shanti somatics
private yoga and 5NP ear acupuncture
in Roanoke, VA. peace of mind. peace of body
We often live our lives from the neck up while our nervous systems hold more than words can access. When stress and overwhelm accumulate, we may need a deeper form of support.
Private yoga and 5NP ear acupuncture treatments are powerful ways to heal the mind and body. These services are available to individuals or small groups, located in Uttara Yoga Studio in Roanoke, VA, or at a location of your choice.
Read about each offering below to see what feels best for you. You can schedule them separately, or combine them into one glorious nervous system reset.
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“Shanti” is Sanskrit for peace. It’s often repeated three times as an invocation: peace for our bodies and minds, peace for our environment and those around us, and peace for all beings everywhere. This is the direction of my work.
All flourishing is mutual.
private yoga
Yoga offers a somatic entry point into improving nervous system regulation, and cultivating presence and ease. These private classes are not a work out, they’re a work in, with grounding breathwork, restorative postures, and gentle, mindful movement adapted to your unique body, needs, and experience level. My goal as a yoga teacher is to offer this ancient practice in a body-positive and accessible way.
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Private yoga, as opposed to a group class, may be a good fit for you if:
you prefer a slower, more personalized pace
you are new to yoga and want tailored guidance
you feel more comfortable practicing in a private setting
you want support developing a personal yoga practice that works for your mind and body
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These sessions support balance, reduced tension, and a more connected relationship with your body, without pressure to perform or push beyond your limits.
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Private yoga sessions are $90 for one hour for up to 5 students. Pricing can be pro-rated for shorter or longer sessions.
For larger groups (6+), pricing is determined collaboratively based on group size.
Bundle options are available for those who would like to receive sessions more regularly.
Combined Yoga + 5NP sessions are $120 for 90 minutes
Private sessions are held at Uttara Yoga Studio.
I am also available to provide this service at a location of your choice . No additional charge for travel/mileage if within a 15 mile radius of Roanoke.
Please mention your preferences when you reach out.
5NP ear acpuncture
5-Needle Protocol (5NP), sometimes called the NADA protocol, is a specialized form of ear acupuncture that involves placing five thin, sterile, single-use needles in each ear. It offers a powerful, non-verbal approach to nervous system regulation and restoration.
Once the treatment is administered, you’ll rest quietly for a half hour, allowing the nervous system to settle and integrate.
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Private 5NP offers a quieter, more individualized setting where the nervous system has more space to settle without distraction.
It’s a good option if you’re looking for more consistent support, working through ongoing stress or overwhelm, or wanting to incorporate this into a regular routine.
Sessions can also be combined with private yoga for a more integrated mind-body experience.
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5NP is commonly used to:
• reduce anxiety, agitation, and overwhelm
• support a more steady baseline
• improve sleep
• reduce cravings related to alcohol, nicotine, or other substances
• enhance engagement with other forms of care or support -
Private 5NP treatments are $45 for approximately 30 minutes.
Small group sessions are available (+$10 per additional person).
Bundle options are available for those looking for more consistent support.
Combined Yoga + 5NP sessions are $120 for 90 minutes
Treatments are done at Uttara Yoga Studio, either propped on reclined bolsters, or in chairs that are available (your choice).
I am also available to provide this service at a location of your choice . No additional charge for travel/mileage if within a 15 mile radius of Roanoke.
Please mention your preferences when you reach out.
meeting you where you are
My private sessions offer a more attuned experience designed to leave you feeling settled, supported, and at home in yourself.
My aim as a yoga teacher is to guide you inward, and help you meet yourself where you are, with curiosity not judgement, and without pressure to perform or push. Yoga is not about contorting yourself into the “perfect” shape. You do not have to be an strong, flexible, or thin to do yoga. You just need a body.
I was drawn to 5NP as a healing modality because it is accessible and offers deep support without requiring effort or insight. It activates the body’s own capacity to return to balance. You just sit back and relax while the acupuncture does the work.
I strive to create an experience that gives you space to to feel safe in your body while healing your nervous system.
begin here.
If you’re ready to begin your healing practice, or if you have questions about getting started, I invite you to reach out through my contact form. I’ll be in touch within 24 hours, so we can take the next steps together.
I hold sliding scale spaces for those who feel called to this work and need financial flexibility. You’re welcome to mention this when you reach out.
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