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Mindy Eisenberg
FOUNDER OF YOGA MOVES MS
MHSA, E-RYT-500, C-IAYT, Qualified MBSR Teacher
Mindy Eisenberg, MHSA, C-IAYT is the Founder and Director of Yoga Moves MS, a non profit 501(c (3) with the mission of improving the quality of life for individuals with MS, Parkinson’s Disease, and neuromuscular conditions. She is the author of Adaptive Yoga Moves Any Body, created for individuals with MS and neuromuscular conditions and Adaptive Yoga Cards, daily yoga moves for all ages and abilities. Mindy has provided yoga therapy to individuals with mobility challenges for over two decades and thrives on building a strong, mighty community for her students and families. She is a Qualified Mindfulness-Based Stress reduction teacher, Certified Buteyko Breathing Instructor, Certified Yoga for Osteoporosis Instructor, and Reiki Master. Her experience as a healthcare administrator at the University of Michigan Medical Center contributes to her ability to bring the Yoga Moves philosophy of healing and the importance of the mind-body relationship to the healthcare arena. She created the widely acclaimed annual Virtual Holistic Health and Wellness Forum for MS which includes speakers who are nationally recognized clinical specialists. Mindy presents for national MS, corporate and yoga therapy organizations, and has trained hundreds of adaptive yoga instructors. She has a Bachelor of Science from Northwestern University and a Master of Health Services Administration from the University of Michigan. She lives with her husband, and pets, Felix and Oscar in Franklin, Michigan.
Katherine McRae
RYT-500
Kathy spent 30 years in the automotive industry and discovered yoga while exploring different ways to cope with the stresses of her management role. After retiring, Kathy completed her teacher training, and now helps students connect with their own wisdom, expansive potential and healing abilities. She believes that yoga is available to everyone.
Mandy Bush
MAT, E-RYT, LVCYT
Mandy has over 3,700 hours of teaching experience using the practices of yoga, breath, meditation, self-care, and mindfulness to help students manage stress, chronic pain, Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, PTSD, Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease, anxiety, schizophrenia, bi-polar disorder, ADHD, and Autistic Spectrum Disorder.
Bettyanne Hodges
YTT 200
Bettyanne began practicing yoga years ago after multiple injuries. Yoga helped her heal, build strength, improve flexibility and return to all her favorite activities. Yoga also gave her something very unexpected: a sense of peace. She would leave a class feeling physically challenged and mentally whole. Yoga gave her the mental energy to tackle the next challenge in her day.
Betty is a 200 YTT yoga instructor. Since completing her certification several years ago, she has participated in ongoing instructor training, completing close to 100 hours on sequences, working to specific poses, working with athletes, and anatomy. In addition to being certified under Mindy Eisenberg, Director of Yoga Moves MS, she also works with veterans, special needs adults, seniors, and people experiencing back issues. She has been a member of the Yoga Moves MS teaching team since 2019.
Jill Dunphy
CYT200, CMW
Jill has been a yoga practitioner since 1999. Her background as a dancer, an athlete and in business gives her first-hand experience with the stresses we place on our bodies and minds, and the healing power of movement, breath, and meditation. Jill’s classes will help you focus, create space and find release where you need it most, both on and off the mat.
Deborah Henderson
RYT 200
Deborah has been practicing yoga since 2006, embracing the mind, body, and breath experience as a way of cultivating a strong physical, mental and emotional state of being. She teaches a variety of yoga methods including hatha, vinyasa, adaptive, chair, and gentle floor yoga. Deborah earned her Bachelors in Therapeutic Recreation from Eastern Michigan University and MBA from Baker College.
Julie Levinson
C-IAYT 200
Julie is a Certified Yoga Therapist with 20+ years of experience teaching yoga to a diverse community of students throughout Metro Detroit. Julie was the lead yoga teacher at Henry Ford West Bloomfield Hospital offering daily, therapeutic yoga classes for patients, team members, and the community.
Marcia Williams
RYT 200
Marcia considers teaching yoga to be a blessed experience. As a person with Multiple Sclerosis, Marcia is able to understand her students’ visual challenges, coordination problems, numbness, and even the MS “hug.” She knows from personal experience that yoga can and will make a difference. Although change may not be instant, she is confident that the change becomes apparent in how your body responds to continued practice and integration of breathing techniques.
Barbara Wilker
RYT 200
Barbara is a 23 year yoga and meditation practitioner and E-RYT 200 having taught over 1000 hours of in person yoga classes. She brings her life experience as an elementary classroom teacher, mother and Reiki practitioner to her students. She lives to teach and is always curious about learning new things.
She joined the Yoga Moves MS teaching staff in 2016 and is grateful for Mindy’s adaptive yoga training and her mentors which gave her the essential tools to bring yoga to many people. Customizing smaller classes to meet individual student needs is her passion and this brings her much joy.
Barbara loves to prepare meals for her family and friends. Some of her interests include gardening, music, travel and collecting crystals. She visits the ocean whenever she can.
Barbara Baker
Barbara Baker
Barbara Baker began practicing yoga in 1977 after the birth of her second child. The breathing and concentration were familiar to her, and the stretching came naturally. She was hooked. She attended a Kripalu styled yoga training in 1982 as a huge fan of mind/body practice. Mindfulness is the inspiration for how she teaches. Surviving breast cancer, and meeting Christina Phipps, inspired her to obtain her RYT 200 certification (2011). Following that, she participated in Christina Phipps Foundation Yoga training. Teaching yoga, and sharing yoga with this special community brings her the greatest joy. In fact, she found a new calling! Her growth in yoga has led her to workshops in restorative yoga, yin yoga, and ultimately to receive her RYT 500 certification (2017). Life is a journey, and having yoga interwoven into her life’s path has been a blessing. As she continues to grow, she is happily adding studies in accessible yoga for the MS population. Having a family member with MS has inspired her to reach out and share the practice through the oMS community. In partnership with oMS, we welcome Barb to our team of teachers for our virtual classes.
Lori Svenson
Lori Svenson is a dedicated professional with 30 years of experience in administration, human resources, and accounting. Her career has been marked by a commitment to excellence and a passion for helping others. In 2015, Lori’s life took a significant turn when she was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS).
Having practiced traditional yoga for five years prior to her diagnosis, Lori found solace and strength in her practice. In 2019, she discovered Yoga Moves MS and inspired by the support and sense of community she experienced, she began volunteering for the non-profit, channeling her personal journey into a mission to give back to others facing similar challenges.
Her volunteer work, and her deep understanding of the complexities of the condition, combined with her professional background, allows her to offer valuable support to Yoga Moves MS’s mission and encouragement to others. Lori’s journey is a testament to her resilience and unwavering spirit. Her work with Yoga Moves MS exemplifies her belief in the power of community and the importance of giving back, making a meaningful difference in the lives of those affected by multiple sclerosis.
Malorie Lakosky
Malorie started practicing yoga during her fitness fanatic phase, thinking it would be the perfect “rest day” activity. But after a low back injury turned her world upside down, her perspective on movement and healing shifted. A couple rounds of physical therapy, surgery, and frustration with lingering pain led Malorie to discover the transformative power of adaptive yoga. Through her LYT® Method training, she learned how to rewire movement patterns and rebuild strength, and now she is passionate about helping others regain confidence and freedom in their bodies.
Known for her creative use of yoga blocks and anatomy-focused instruction, she strives to make every class challenging, accessible, and fun, helping students move with purpose and joy.
Why Join Yoga Moves Any Body
Our Adaptive Yoga Moves Any Body Book and Adaptive Yoga Cards ensure that everyone can experience the benefits of their practice. Embrace the joy of yoga with tools designed to support your journey and enhance your well-being.
