Speaking + Teaching

Embodied insight translated into practical learning.

Workshops + Trainings

Interactive programs tailored to the needs of your group, including:

Embodied leadership and presence
Relational awareness and communication
Nervous system literacy for high-pressure environments
Working skillfully with stress and complexity
Decision-making under uncertainty
Somatic awareness for resilience and creativity
Mindfulness and contemplative practice in professional life

Workshops can range from single-session seminars to multi-day intensives.

Professional Development

Custom-designed programs for organizations and teams seeking:

improved communication and collaboration
steadier leadership under pressure
healthier cultures of feedback and engagement
practical tools for burnout prevention
increased emotional intelligence and relational skill

Trainings are experiential, practical, and grounded in real workplace dynamics rather than abstract theory.

Academic + Educational Settings

Drawing on years of faculty experience, I offer:

guest lectures
course modules
experiential learning labs
curriculum design consultation
mentorship and supervision groups

These offerings are especially well-suited for programs in psychology, counseling, education, leadership, and human development.

Retreats + Immersive Learning Experiences

Immersive formats designed to slow the pace, deepen awareness, and integrate learning through:

contemplative movement
embodied inquiry
relational practice
reflective dialogue
applied mindfulness

Programs can be created for small groups, leadership teams, or community gatherings.

For more than two decades, I have taught, facilitated, and guided learning in professional, academic, and retreat settings. My work integrates psychological understanding, somatic awareness, and contemplative practice into clear, accessible formats that people can apply immediately in their lives and work.

Programs are designed for organizations, professional communities, and learning environments that value depth, curiosity, and real-world application.

FAQ

Areas of Emphasis

While each engagement is customized, common themes include:

cultivating presence in high-demand roles
understanding the nervous system in everyday life
relational intelligence and skillful communication
integrating mind and body in decision-making
navigating change with steadiness and clarity
translating insight into practical action

Approach

My teaching style is:

experiential rather than purely didactic
grounded in real-world application
respectful of different learning styles
practical, clear, and accessible
informed by decades of clinical and contemplative training

I aim to create learning environments that are intelligent, humane, and immediately relevant to the lives and work of participants.

Formats Available

Keynotes and lectures
Half-day or full-day workshops
Multi-session training series
Organizational retreats
Online seminars and webinars
Custom program design

Engagements can be structured for in-person, virtual, or hybrid formats.

Professional Background

My teaching is informed by long-term study and practice in somatic psychology, contemplative traditions, and relational approaches. I currently serve on the faculty of Naropa University and previously taught for nearly a decade as residential faculty at Esalen Institute.

This background shapes programs that are thoughtful, grounded, and deeply human-centered.

Collaboration Process

Every engagement begins with a conversation to clarify:

the goals of your event or program
the needs of your audience
desired outcomes
format and logistics

From there, content and structure are designed specifically for your organization or group.

Important Boundary

All speaking and teaching services are educational and consultative in nature and do not constitute psychotherapy or mental health treatment.

Get in Touch

Inquiries

If you are interested in arranging a workshop, training, or speaking engagement, please reach out through the Contact page with details about your event, audience, and goals.