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I’m Maya Lake-Freeman, a wholehearted yoga teacher and certified yoga therapist (IAYT) offering trauma-informed classes and private sessions. With over 700 teaching hours and 15+ years of personal practice, I weave yogic wisdom, neuroscience, and somatic practices to support stress relief, emotional balance, and mind-body healing.

Whether you’re seeking personalized one-on-one care or joining a supportive group class, I offer space for trust, presence, and renewal- on and beyond the mat.

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Latest Insights & Inspiration

Attune to Expand - with gratitude, truthfulness & heart.
“Gratitude begins right where you are. When you notice what’s steady beneath your feet, you begin to find solid ground — one step at a time.” - Morgan Harper Nichols Hello dear friends, The image above is from a recent fleeting sunrise — one of those luminous, moments that reminds me
Engaging the Luminous Moments - Newsletter into December
“Think not of the amount to be accomplished, the difficulties to overcome, or the end to be attained, but set earnestly at the little task at your elbow, letting that be sufficient for the day.” — Sir William Osler (1849–1919) Good evening everyone. As this full Tuesday comes to a
Trusting November’s Quiet Magic
“Novembers alchemy runs low and slow. Earth grounds, Water deepens, Air quiets, Fire hums under ash. ” Chad Everett The dawn welcomes us to begin again. This sattvic time when the veil is thin. Take in a fresh, intentional inhale. And as you exhale- Drop what you are carrying. Steady into

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Join a welcoming community - online or in Portland, Oregon - to experience the harmony of breath, mindful movement, and reflection. Classes are designed to restore, energize, and connect.

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Student Voices

"She teaches with confidence and compassion and exudes joy for what she does.”
“Maya has the most calming and soothing voice!”
"She really encourages one’s own connection with the body."

🧡 Yoga Therapy

Personalized, trauma-informed sessions for embodied healing and resilience. One-on-one work integrates breath, movement, mindfulness, and lifestyle support to cultivate vitality and wholeness.

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Client Voices

"Amazing!! I end each session with Maya feeling balanced, restored, and seen. These sessions have been so helpful in supporting my wellness journey and nervous system in being able to regulate." - Emma
"Maya was extremely kind, patient, and a great listener. I felt supported, encouraged, and nurtured in my wellbeing journey." - JE
"I've got back my confidence in myself. I'm working on giving myself the space, to think bigger and in some cases, to let go of things that don't serve me or bring me joy." - Anonymous

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