Individual support
Personalized health and wellness support for stress, sleep, pain, daily functioning, and sustainable routines, including individualized yoga therapy and practical mind-body tools.
Explore individual supportWhole-Person Health • Well-Being • Connection
Feel better.
Function better.
Live well.
Five Layers offers personalized health and wellness support, practical skill-building, and community programs to support you in feeling better, functioning better, and living well. Through individual sessions, couples, family support, group yoga classes, circles, and workshops, I offer practical tools for managing stress, balancing energy levels, improving sleep, living with chronic pain and health conditions, and building sustainable daily habits. Five Layers also offers space for self-discovery and personal growth.
Grounded in the ancient wisdom of yoga, meditation, Ayurveda, and integrative health. Informed by modern science, clinical research, and evidence-informed yoga therapy, the approach brings together mindful movement, breathing, relaxation, self-reflection, and practical lifestyle guidance.
Mountain House & Tracy, CA · Online sessions
Complimentary 15–20 minute consultation · HSA/FSA accepted
Creating Calm. Building Resilience. Deepening Connection. Expanding Possibility.
Meet Simona Afridi
Yoga Therapist · Founder & Program Director
Support that starts with your story, your needs, and what matters to you.
With a master’s degree in Yoga Therapy / Integrative Health, clinical experience, and more than 15 years in program management, I bring personal care and practical guidance to your well-being.
Meet Simona & learn about the approachFind the support that fits you
Couples & family yoga therapy
Practice calming skills, build shared routines, and strengthen connection through adapted movement, breath, mindfulness, and reflection.
Explore couples & family supportClasses, circles & workshops
Mindful movement, practical learning, and community for teens, adults, women, and older adults.
See current programsPrograms & consultation for organizations
Health and wellness program planning, workshops, and implementation support for healthcare, schools, workplaces, and communities.
Explore organizational servicesWhat brings you here?
Stress, sleep & emotional regulation · Pain & chronic health conditions · Habits & routines
Kids & teens · Autism & neurodiversity · Healthy aging. Trauma-informed care is woven into the approach.
A personal path forward
Start with a complimentary conversation. Your first appointment includes an assessment, meaningful goals, and introductory practices. Ongoing sessions build skills, review progress, and adapt your plan as your needs change.
Explore individual supportAn integrative partner to your existing healthcare team and your health & wellness goals.
I work alongside physicians, psychotherapists, physical therapists, and other healthcare professionals to turn appropriate lifestyle recommendations into practical routines and mind-body skills. With your permission, coordination can include sharing relevant goals and progress with your healthcare team.
Yoga therapy and wellness support complement medical and mental health care; they do not replace diagnosis, treatment, or prescribed care.
Ask about coordinated supportIn their words
“It relaxes my body and mind and reduces stress. My sleep has improved significantly, and I’m thrilled to say that I have few migraines.”
“I personally have benefited by improving my flexibility and balance while having fun, meeting new friends and improving my movement.”
“It eased my anxiety and gave me a much-needed sense of connection and belonging. It’s a space where I truly feel supported.”
Individual experiences and results vary.
Read client experiencesPractice, learn & connect
Yoga & Mobility
Weekly mindful movement in the Mountain House studio, supporting mobility, balance, strength, and well-being.
View class times & feesTeen Girls Wellness Circle
A welcoming space to practice stress tools, build self-confidence, and connect. Introductory event: November 8, 2026.
Explore the teen circleCommunity & connection
Women’s circles, chair yoga, and seasonal gatherings bring practical wellness tools into community life.
See current gatheringsComing soon
Guided Journal / Planner
A printed companion for reflection, practical mind-body activities, planning, and goal tracking.
Learn more & join the interest listWell-Being Gift Sets
Thoughtfully curated sensory gifts inspired by the five layers of well-being, inviting comfort, rest, awareness, joy, and connection.
Community & Giving
Pay It Forward
Contributions can help others access whole-person support. Pay forward a session to someone who can’t afford it.
Your next step
Ready to feel better and live well?
Let’s talk about what matters to you and how I can support you.
Request a complimentary consultation