Licensed FL Psychologist, AASECT-Certified Sex Therapist
and Diplomate in Sex Therapy, and certified Kripalu Yoga
teacher. She has a private psychology practice, teaches yoga,
and leads workshops and retreats. She incorporates
mind/body healing approaches and spiritual awareness into all
her work. She has been facilitating groups and workshops for
over 25 years, and teaching multiple yoga classes each week
since 2001. She believes in the healing qualities of the
practice of mindfulness and deep presence. She is enjoying
working with couples and individuals who are seeking more
fulfillment and joy in their lives through integrating body,
mind, and spirit. She delights in soulful dancing and
expressive movement of all kinds, and has found a venue to
share this love with others in at the Namaste Yoga studio, of
which she is a co-owner. Ellen completed her PhD in
Psychology at Peabody College of Vanderbilt University, and
her Yoga Teacher 200 hour training at Kripalu Center for
Yoga and Health.  She has continued her training with
Yoganand Michael Carroll, Bart ten Berge, Loretta Armer,
Todd Norian, Gina Ogden, Jack Painter, and many others.  
She is currently pursuing her 500- hour certification in
Pranakriya Yoga with Yoganand Michael Carroll.
Ellen Shapiro, Ph.D.
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