iRest Yoga Nidra

What is iRest?

Integrative Restoration (iRest), or iRest Yoga Nidra is a modern-day, secular adaptation of the ancient meditative practice of Yoga Nidra. Nidra is a Sanskrit (ancient Indian language) word meaning sleep hence, Yoga Nidra is often called "Yogic Sleep”.

iRest was developed by Richard Miller, PhD. Richard is an a yogic scholar, Clinical Psychologist and researcher, who has combined traditional yogic practice with Western psychology and neuroscience. In addition to founding the iRest Institute (based in California) Richard was also the co-founder of The International Association of Yoga Therapy. Given Richard's experience as a Clinical Psychologist and Yoga Therapist, iRest is a trauma-sensitive, evidence-based, therapeutic practice.

What are the benefits of iRest?

iRest can be considered a form of mindfulness meditation that has been researched and shown to effectively reduce symptoms of various complaints including PTSD, depression, anxiety, insomnia, chronic/persistent pain and substance use issues, whilst increasing awareness,…