“And I said to my body softly, ‘I want to be your friend.’ It took a long breath and replied, ‘I’ve been waiting my whole life for this.’”
Welcome!
Kristen Sparro creates spaces where students can slow down, reconnect with themselves, and experience the profound benefits of rest. As a trauma-informed yoga therapist, she is dedicated to helping individuals regulate their nervous systems, build resilience to stress, and cultivate a sense of grounded ease in daily life.
Her teaching weaves together accessible, breath-centered movement with somatic practices, supporting students in reconnecting with their bodies and inner wisdom. Every class and session is offered with compassion, care, and a deep respect for each person’s unique healing journey.
Kristen’s Background
Service Locations
Studio by Repose, Westchester (Pleasantville, NY)
Modalities
Breathwork/Pranayama
Meditation
Hatha Yoga
Yoga Nidra
Restorative Yoga
Vinyasa Yoga
Yoga Therapy
Reiki
Shamanic Healing
Who I Work With
Adolescents
Young Adults
Adults
Older Adults
Education
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Dance, Hofstra University
Master of Arts in Dance and Dance Education, Teacher’s College - Columbia University
Certifications and Training
Registered Yoga Teacher, 500 Hours (E-RYT 500)
Certified Yoga Therapist, International Association of Yoga Therapists (C-IAYT)
Yoga Alliance Certified Education Provider
Certified Shamanic Reiki Master Teacher, Shamanic Reiki Worldwide
Languages
English
Rituals: daily morning cup of matcha tea with reflective journal writing, mindful meditation and movement - preferably outdoors, reading, hiking with my dog in the woods, frequent visits to the ocean in my home state of Maine
Influences: therapeutic & restorative yoga, mindful meditation, journal writing, hiking with my dog Mickey in the woods, home
Kristen’s Approach
With a background in both yoga therapy and somatic healing, Kristen’s approach is rooted in trauma-informed care, nervous system awareness, and mindfulness. Her work emphasizes the body’s innate ability to heal when given the right conditions—safety, connection, and compassionate attention.
Students working with Kristen can expect a gentle, nurturing space where they are invited to move slowly, breathe deeply, and return to themselves with greater clarity and ease. Whether supporting someone through stress, chronic illness, anxiety, or grief, her approach is grounded, personalized, and always guided by the needs of the individual.
Library: Welcoming The Unwelcome (Pema Chödrön); Waking the Tiger: Healing Trauma (Peter A. Levine); Heart Talk (Cleo Wade); Relaxation Revolution (Herbert Benson and William Proctor); JD Speaking With Nature: Awakening to the Deep Wisdom of the Earth (Sandra Ingerman and Llyn Roberts)
About Kristen Sparro
Kristen is a certified yoga therapist with advanced training in trauma, chronic illness, anxiety, depression, and grief. Her work is further informed by a background in shamanic reiki and a deep relationship with nature as a resource for healing.
Her path to this work began with personal experience. After surviving gun violence and the traumatic loss of a close friend, she embarked on a lifelong journey of healing from grief, anxiety, and trauma. This lived experience has shaped her teaching with authenticity, empathy, and a profound respect for each person’s resilience.
Today, Kristen brings this deep well of personal and professional experience to her work, helping students reconnect with their bodies, rediscover their inner strength, and find moments of true rest and restoration.
With Kristen, students find not only a teacher—but a steady, compassionate guide.