Come heal with us
Yoga Therapy in Massachusetts
At Northstar Recovery Center, yoga is more than just exercise. It’s a therapeutic tool for healing. Our trauma-informed yoga sessions support individuals in recovery from addiction, navigating mental health challenges, or those living with both. Whether you’re just beginning your wellness journey or deepening your recovery, yoga offers a safe, grounding practice that enhances mind-body awareness and emotional regulation.
Why Yoga in Treatment?
Substance use and mental health disorders create a disconnection between mind and body, self and others, present and past. Yoga helps rebuild that connection through breath, movement, and stillness. It calms the nervous system, strengthens the body, and restores emotional balance.
At Northstar, our yoga offerings are designed for all levels and body types, with a focus on accessibility, comfort, and safety. You don’t need any prior experience—just a willingness to show up and breathe.
Northstar Recovery Center
Yoga for Addiction, Mental Health, and Dual Diagnosis
Yoga is an optional portion of Northstar clients’ treatment plan and falls in line with our whole-person approach to healing. It’s highly effective for those looking to restore their mind-body connection in early recovery.
For Addiction Recovery
Yoga for addiction can help reduce cravings, calm the nervous system, and increase distress tolerance. It provides a healthy, embodied alternative to self-medication and supports physical healing from the negative effects of substance misuse.
For Mental Health Conditions
From anxiety and depression to PTSD and emotional dysregulation, yoga supports mood stabilization, mindfulness, and resilience. Movement and breathwork improve sleep, reduce overthinking, and create a sense of calm.
For Dual Diagnosis
Yoga is an ideal adjunctive therapy for individuals managing both addiction and mental health challenges. It fosters presence, emotional integration, and somatic awareness, all of which are key elements of sustainable recovery.
Get Help With Recovery Costs
Most Major Insurances Accepted
We are in-network with major insurance providers and accept most plans. Fill out the form on the right for a no obligation benefit verification. We’ll help you understand exactly what (if any) out of pocket costs will be. If we don’t accept your insurance, we work closely with facilities who do and will recommend the best treatment option for your insurance coverage.
Experts in Addiction Treatment
What to Expect in a Yoga Session
Yoga therapy at Northstar is:
- Trauma-informed – taught with attention to safety, choice, and empowerment
- Accessible – no pressure to perform or push; all movements can be modified
- Grounded in mindfulness – emphasizing awareness, breath, and inner stillness
- Integrated into treatment – used alongside individual and group therapy, EMDR, ACT, and more
Our Holistic Treatment
Find Peace in the Present
Recovery doesn’t mean stopping what you’re doing or how you’ve been living. It’s a psychic change that requires motivation to find a new way of life. Yoga at Northstar Recovery Center helps guide you on that path to healing. Contact us to learn more.
Our Testimonials
Check Out What People Are Saying
Begin Your Journey Today
Contact Us to Begin Your Recovery
If you or a loved one is ready to explore treatment options, Northstar Recovery Center is here to walk with you every step of the way. Our dedicated team is available 24/7 and understands the complex emotional and physical challenges of addiction and mental health disorders. You don’t have to do this alone.
Call us today or fill out our simple online form to connect with a member of our admissions team.