The therapeutic components of Valery's group classes, private sessions, and/or workshops and retreats are based on her therapeutic yoga training, not derived from her status as an RYT-500 with Yoga Alliance Registry. The instruction, information and advice presented by your therapeutic yoga instructor is in no way meant to be a substitute for counseling from your doctor. Therapeutic yoga can be an excellent addition to your health care routine, but should by no means replace medical care. Please consult your doctor before beginning this program or any other healthcare program.