Consumer's Guide to Mental Health

Finding Calm Within: The Transformative Power of Yoga Therapy and Meditation with Launora Jusufi

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In this episode of The Consumer’s Guide to Mental Health, Dr. Margo Jacquot sits down with Launora Jusufi to explore how yoga therapy and meditation can help calm the mind, heal the body, and nurture emotional well-being. Together, they unpack how these practices support mental health, reduce stress, and help individuals reconnect with themselves. Whether you’re new to yoga and mindfulness or looking to deepen your practice, this conversation offers practical insights and gentle encouragement for finding calm within. 

What You'll Learn:

  • How yoga therapy and meditation support mental health and emotional regulation
  • The science behind how mindful movement and breathwork reduce stress and anxiety
  • Common misconceptions about yoga therapy—and what it really looks like in practice
  • How integrating the mind and body can promote lasting healing and self-awareness

Bio:

Launora Jusufi is a dedicated yoga practitioner with over 8 years of experience. She helps women restore their sense of self and feel more at home in their bodies through yoga, meditation, and one-on-one yoga therapy. With over eight years of dedicated practice, Launora brings a compassionate and practical approach to wellness, specializing in chair yoga and mindful movement that meets people exactly where they are. Her own daily practice is rooted in the belief that striving to be the best version of myself allows her to better support those she teaches. When she's not guiding clients, you’ll usually find her walking outdoors, spending time with her loved ones, or indulging in something sweet.

Connect with Launora:

https://www.instagram.com/calmbreatheyoga/?hl=en

https://www.linkedin.com/in/calmbreatheyoga/

https://www.facebook.com/Launoraa

Dr. Margo Jacquot is the award-winning founder and Chief Care Officer of The Juniper Center, one of the largest woman-owned counseling and therapy practices in the Chicago area. With over 20 years of experience, she specializes in trauma recovery, addiction treatment, and LGBTQ-affirming therapy. Dr. Jacquot is also the host of the "Mental Health Business Mentor" podcast, where she shares insights on running a successful mental health practice.

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