Graduate Certificate in Yoga Behavioral Science
Published on June 27, 2025
About this Podcast
HOST: Welcome to our podcast, today we're talking with Dr. Jane Smith, the lead instructor for the Graduate Certificate in Yoga Behavioral Science. Dr. Smith, can you tell us a bit about your personal experiences that led you to teach this unique course? GUEST: Absolutely, I've been a practicing psychologist for over 20 years and discovered yoga as a powerful tool for managing stress and improving mental health. Bridging these two fields has been a passion of mine ever since. HOST: That's fascinating. As an expert in this area, what current industry trends are you seeing that make this course so relevant? GUEST: There's a growing interest in holistic and integrated healthcare approaches, and mental health professionals are recognizing the benefits of mindfulness and stress reduction techniques, such as yoga and meditation. HOST: Speaking of challenges, what do you find to be the most common obstacles when integrating yoga and behavioral science in real-world settings? GUEST: One challenge is the need for more rigorous scientific research to validate the effectiveness of yoga-based interventions in mental health treatment. We're working to address this in our course through evidence-based teaching and research methodologies. HOST: That's great to hear. Lastly, where do you see the future of yoga behavioral science, and how can this certificate course help learners succeed in this growing field? GUEST: I believe we'll continue to see increased acceptance and integration of yoga and mindfulness practices into mainstream mental health treatment. Our course equips learners with the skills and knowledge to be at the forefront of this exciting movement. HOST: Dr. Jane Smith, thank you for joining us today and sharing your insights on the Graduate Certificate in Yoga Behavioral Science. We're excited to see the positive impact this course will have on the industry and the lives of its learners.
