The Yoga Couple
Our Story
Mat & Ash are best known as The Yoga Couple to their 1M+ online community. The influential couple is internationally recognized for their holistic healing work, authentic yoga teachings, and as the creators of The Inner Work method. Through alternative healing practices such as transpersonal psychology, chakra balancing, science of mind, and yoga philosophy, their work empowers people to self-heal.
As Spiritual Self-Help Bestselling authors of The Inner Work, hosts of The Inner Work podcast ,they have made it their mission to bridge the gap between Western Psychology and Eastern Philosophy, especially when it comes to navigating relationships and healing our inner child wounds. The basis of their teachings, The Inner Work, focuses on understanding the varying levels of human consciousness and the power to self-heal any aspect of the human condition including relationship issues, overcoming addictions, inner child healing, and trauma recovery. Mat and Ash boldly give a voice to taboo topics such as pornography addiction and the importance of women’s menstrual cycle awareness and their fresh outlook is down to earth and accessible for all.
Mat, co-creator of the celebrated "The Yoga Couple" with his wife Ash, exemplifies a transformative journey from personal challenges to profound spiritual liberation. His compelling narrative of transition and self-awareness has captivated audiences worldwide, establishing him as a luminary for individuals pursuing transformative personal evolution and empowerment.
Even in his early years, Mat showcased a prodigious intellect and a proclivity for the healing professions. Accelerating his academic pursuits, he graduated early from high school at 15, rapidly setting his sights on the medical realm. By 20, he had completed his medical prerequisites, earning a bachelor's degree in Psychology. His insatiable curiosity about the human psyche led him to working for a year in inpatient psychiatry at a distinguished Utah hospital before enrolling in naturopathic medical school in Arizona.
Subsequently, during his time in medical school, destiny introduced him to three individuals who would redefine his life's direction: a Yogi, a former Buddhist monk, and a devout Hindu. Their influence unveiled the profound depths of Eastern philosophies, particularly mindfulness and Self-Realization.
While the holistic wisdom of naturopathic medicine was undeniable, Mat felt an inner calling to delve deeper into the realms of consciousness and power of the mind. Enrolling in a master's program in Santa Barbara, he immersed himself in Jungian depth psychology and counseling. However, the academic world seemed to skirt the profound intricacies of consciousness in relation to transformative healing and alleviation of suffering. This realization steered Mat towards the groundbreaking research on consciousness and enlightenment by Dr. Hawkins, M.D, PH.D.
Consequently, Mat's trailblazing “Hero’s Journey” holistic counseling program was born—a novel therapeutic approach deeply rooted in consciousness and spiritual enlightenment. With authenticity derived from his personal trials and extensive studies spanning over 17 years, he guides individuals and couples globally, utilizing 'The Inner Work' for holistic, spiritually-infused healing.
Engaging with Mat's offerings transcends traditional learning. It's a profound journey facilitated by someone who's navigated the darkness and shadows of life, emerging back to the light with invaluable insights rooted in personal experience and transformation of consciousness. He stands not just as a teacher, but as a living testament to the transformative power of introspection and self-discovery.
Ash, a best-selling self-published author, stands as one-half of "The Yoga Couple" with her husband Mat. Together, they co-authored the transformative bestseller "The Inner Work". While Mat delves into the intricacies of the human psyche, Ash channels the timeless essence of Eastern teachings. Their combined insights offer a harmonious blend of yoga's ancient wisdom with the accessible language of psychology, making the profound subject of Self-realization relatable to the contemporary soul.
From a young age, faced with the challenges of her mother's narcotic addiction and her father's alcoholism, Ash sought solace and understanding in the spiritual realm. At 16, an introduction to Hinduism and jivamukti yoga began to shape her perspective, leading her on a dedicated path of self-discovery and healing.
By her twenties, Ash had enrolled in a year-long intensive at the Stress Relief Management Center of Las Vegas, becoming a certified yoga teacher by age 21. Her academic pursuits at UNLV in Eastern philosophy and religion complemented her practical application of these teachings, as she provided yoga therapy under the guidance of an esteemed OMD.
Throughout her journey, Ash has immersed herself in the study and practice of Kriya Yoga through the esteemed organization, "The Self-Realization Fellowship," originally founded by Paramahansa Yogananda. She has had the privilege of studying directly under yoga luminaries such as Ted Grand, founder of Moksha Yoga; Annie Carpenter, creator of SmartFlow; and Aileen Epstein Ignadiou of the Iyengar Yoga Center. Moreover, she undertook rigorous study within George Feuerstein PH.D's Traditional Yoga Studies program, benefiting from the profound insights of this renowned Indologist.
With a burning desire to share the light of yoga, Ash pioneered its spread in Las Vegas. At 25, she established her first studio with the Modo Yoga franchise and shortly thereafter, opened her second studio, Evolution Yoga. Through her teachings, she has touched countless lives, sharing the promise of transformation and enlightenment. Ash has since taught at some of the most renowned yoga and music festivals, both in the states and internationally. She's also developed her own unique method of yoga, culminating in the launch of her own school and yoga teacher training program. With a keen emphasis on the 'inner work' and authentic Tantric Kriya Yoga, she continues to inspire and guide many on their spiritual journey.
In Ash, readers encounter a rare blend of authentic spiritual grounding and practical wisdom. Her life story serves as a testament to yoga's transformative power, portraying her not as a master, but as a devoted student of ancient teachings and a relatable guide for those seeking clarity and purpose in today's world.
Together The Yoga Couple reside on Big Island, Hawaii where they host healing retreats, yoga teacher trainings, and offer one-one-one life counseling specializing in utilizing The Inner Work. Mat and Ash are devotees of Paramahansa Yogananda, supporters of the Self-Realization Fellowship and Yogoda Satsanga Society of India, and are committed to sustainable living and the dharmic path in all areas of their lives.
