Denyse Peterson

Denyse Peterson is an Adjunct Faculty and Clinic Faculty member in the Department of Yoga Therapy at Maryland University of Integrative Health (MUIH). She holds an M.S. in Yoga Therapy and is a Certified Yoga Therapist (C-IAYT) and Registered Yoga Teacher (ERYT500). With over 35 years of experience in fitness and wellness, she operates Virginia Yoga Therapy and teaches graduate-level courses such as Therapeutic Relationship and Client Education II and Professional Practices for Yoga Therapy Practitioners I.

Her professional expertise focuses on stress management, post-concussion recovery, and holistic lifestyle management. She has developed the Zen Zone Yoga Teacher Training Program, which addresses chronic pain and stress-related conditions using yoga therapy. Denyse is also certified in fitness nutrition, trauma-sensitive yoga, and Reiki, reflecting her commitment to integrative health practices.

She has supervised students in clinical settings and maintains a private practice. Her certifications include NASM Personal Trainer, ACE Functional Training Specialist, and Ayurvedic Lifestyle Coach. Denyse balances her professional work with personal passions, including paddleboarding, travel, and learning Italian.