About Us
Inner Peace Yoga Therapy, led by founder Michele Lawrence, is a pioneer in the field, and a longstanding member school and accredited program of the International Association of Yoga Therapists (IAYT).
Our Mission
We empower yoga teachers and healthcare professionals to apply the ancient teachings of yoga as a sophisticated system for client empowerment and holistic healing.
A Legacy of Leadership
Founded in 2009, Inner Peace Yoga Therapy has been at the forefront of the industry since our first training in 2010. In June 2014, we made history as one of the first five schools worldwide to receive accreditation from the International Association of Yoga Therapists (IAYT). Having been re-accredited in 2018 and 2024, we have proudly certified over 130 Yoga Therapists at the 800-hour level, building a global community of high-level healers.
The Inner Peace Difference: Faculty and Framework
What sets us apart is our “University Model.” We honor a vast array of spiritual traditions, weaving them into a cohesive clinical framework that prepares you for the complexities of modern healthcare.
Our differentiator remains our world-renowned faculty. We have curated a “dream team” of the top experts in Yoga Therapy and Ayurveda, ensuring our students learn directly from the trailblazers of the profession.
A Modern Path to Professional Certification
We offer a flexible, modular journey designed to meet you where you are in your career:
The 300-Hour Milestone: Our Level 1 course allows you to achieve the new Therapeutic Yoga Teacher designation. This qualifies you as a specialist in your field and allows you to register as an RYT-500 with Yoga Alliance.
The 800-Hour Credential: For those called to the highest level of professional practice, our full certification path leads to the prestigious C-IAYT credential.
Defining the Future of Health
What is Yoga Therapy? Yoga therapy is the professional application of yoga principles to promote health and well-being within a therapeutic relationship. It includes personalized assessment, goal setting, and lifestyle management. While Western medicine often siloes health, Yoga Therapy treats the whole person—integrating the physical, emotional, and spiritual dimensions of life.
Who is a Yoga Therapist? A Yoga Therapist is a highly trained professional who has completed a rigorous, multi-year certification process (800+ hours) to specialize in the therapeutic application of yoga. As experts in the “Human OS,” they provide a bridge between traditional yoga and the modern healthcare landscape. While many of our students and graduates also hold credentials in fields like nursing, counseling, or Ayurveda, the Certified Yoga Therapist (C-IAYT) is a unique and comprehensive designation in its own right, equipped to address complex health challenges through a holistic lens.
The Next Evolution: Integrating Ancient Wisdom with Tech
As we move through 2026, Inner Peace Yoga Therapy is evolving to meet the needs of a digital world. We are no longer just a school; we are a bridge between tradition and technology, ensuring that the “Human OS” remains at the center of healthcare.
Our mission has expanded to include:
Professional Collaboration: Through our newly launched Yoga Therapy Collective, we provide a dedicated online platform for collaboration, resource-sharing, and peer support among professionals in the field. This community ensures that no yoga therapist works in isolation.
Visionary Digital Access: We are actively developing the future of telehealth through yogatherapist.online. This forthcoming proprietary platform is designed to seamlessly connect our world-class graduates with individuals and communities in need, breaking down geographical barriers to specialized healing.
The Human Connection in the AI Age: While technology accelerates our reach, we remain committed to the “high-touch” essence of the therapeutic relationship, ensuring that tech serves to amplify—not replace—the human spirit.
Equitable Healing: Through scholarship programs and grant-funded community classes, we are democratizing yoga therapy so it is accessible to all, not just the few.
The yoga therapy component of our courses is derived from accreditation by the IAYT and is not derived from status granted by the Yoga Alliance Registry.