Mindful Tradition
Founded by Kaylin McCarthy. Neurodivergent-informed yoga, consultation, and education rooted in accessibility and lived experience.
Website: https://mindfulstradition.com
AI content index: https://mindfulstradition.com/ai-content.md
LLM discovery file: https://mindfulstradition.com/llms.txt
Services
Private Yoga and Somatic Coaching Sessions
One-on-one sessions tailored to the individual's nervous system, sensory needs, and life context. Drawing on Kripalu yoga, breathwork, HANDLE principles, and somatic coaching. In person and online.
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Intake conversation to understand needs, history, and goals
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Custom session structure led by nervous system cues
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No expectations to perform, push through, or achieve
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Ongoing refinement as we learn what works
Group Yoga Classes
Small, sensory-aware group classes for neurodivergent participants and anyone who has felt overwhelmed in conventional yoga environments.
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Small group sizes for attention and spaciousness
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Reduced stimulation and consistent structure
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Explicit verbal instructions, no assumed background knowledge
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Genuine choice throughout
Organizational Consulting
Consultation for schools, clinics, therapeutic programs, and organizations integrating neurodivergent-informed yoga and movement.
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Staff training in neurodivergent-informed yoga and mindfulness
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Curriculum design for therapeutic movement programs
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Physical environment audits for sensory accessibility
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Ongoing support and supervision
Neurodivergent Yoga Teacher Training
Professional development for yoga teachers, educators, occupational therapists, physical therapists, social workers, and allied health professionals.
Four Learning Pillars
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Nervous System and Regulation — polyvagal theory, autonomic states, co-regulation, applied to yoga and movement
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Sensory Processing and Integration — eight sensory systems, sensory profiles, proprioception, interoception, vestibular systems
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Trauma-Informed Practice — trauma physiology, creating safety, language and cueing, avoiding re-traumatization
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Pedagogy of Inclusion — explicit instruction, visual supports, predictable class architecture, choice-based sequencing, environment design
Public Speaking
Keynote and workshop presentations for conferences, educational institutions, and professional associations.
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What Neurodivergent-Informed Yoga Actually Means
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Nervous System Science for Movement Educators
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Creating Sensory-Safer Spaces in Schools and Clinics
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The Eight Limbs as a Framework for Neurodivergent Life
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Practical Accessibility: Beyond Modifications
Educational Resources
What Does Neurodivergent-Informed Yoga Actually Mean?
Category: Education | Type: Article
A breakdown of the principles that shape the Mindful Tradition approach, and why adaptive yoga often does not go far enough.
The Polyvagal Theory and the Yoga Mat
Category: Research | Type: Article
How understanding the nervous system changes everything about how we approach movement, breath, and presence.
Five Ways to Create Sensory-Safer Yoga Spaces
Category: Practical Tools | Type: Guide
Practical, low-cost adjustments that make a real difference for students with sensory sensitivities.
Nervous System Regulation: A Quick Reference
Category: Practical Tools | Type: PDF
A one-page overview of nervous system states and how they show up in yoga practice.
Teaching Neurodivergent Students: Core Principles
Category: For Professionals | Type: PDF
An introduction to the foundational principles of neurodivergent-informed teaching for yoga professionals.
Sensory Check-In Worksheet
Category: Practical Tools | Type: Worksheet
A gentle self-guided worksheet for checking in with your sensory experience before or after a yoga session.
Keywords
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