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Liz developed and facilitated training to address violence against women for the US Military, State Department, Government Agencies, Law Enforcement and Community Organizations. She was Grants and Programs Director for the DC Coalition Against Domestic Violence, the Domestic Violence Systems Advocate & Educator at The Women’s Center, and Program Officer […]

Preface: Trauma affects individuals by causing a loss of response flexibility, disconnection from the self, a constricted worldview, and difficulty staying present. As a therapist, I guide clients to recognize these patterns, helping them reclaim control over their reactions, rebuild self-connection, and expand their perspective of the world. Through mindfulness

Preface: Authentic emotional expression helps us acknowledge and honor our true feelings, leading to greater self-awareness and meaningful connections with others. By embracing vulnerability and sharing emotions openly, we create opportunities for healing, growth, and deeper understanding. This practice allows us to live more fully and authentically, in alignment with

Sat Dharam Kaur has been a practicing naturopathic doctor since 1989, with a focus on women’s health, cancer and mind-body approaches to healing. Since 2012, she has been studying, hosting, working and teaching with Dr. Gabor Maté. She structured his work in a format that could be taught to others,

Kevin is a truth seeker from Co. Down in Ireland. A Compassionate inquiry® facilitator, educator, steward, life coach, meditation teacher and sound bathing experience facilitator. He works privately with individuals and organizations around the globe, is passionate about people, healing, happiness and encouraging compassionate connection. A lover of music, poetry,

“Nature does not hurry, yet everything is accomplished.” — Lao Tzu Exploring the world of somatics within the context of mental health opens paths full of possibility. During times of anxiety, depression, PTSD, or ADHD—conditions that are increasingly prevalent today—the body can feel like a battlefield. Having sensations like that

An esteemed Anishinaabe elder, traditional knowledge keeper, healer, and historian, Allen’s work has made a generational difference in Canada. His deep Anishinaabek roots make him an ideal conduit between Traditional and Contemporary Worlds. For 30+ years, his work has supported First Nations, Federal and Provincial Governments, and grassroots community efforts.

Edited by Rosemary Davies-Janes After reporting from war zones for Reuters and the Financial Times, bouts of depression led Matthew on an exploration of healing practices, and to write Aftershock, his book on military veterans and psychological injury. Studying the principles of individual, ancestral and collective trauma healing via Thomas

Image credit: Nancy Evans  It’s been months since I volunteered to write this blog, each week since then I’ve thought about making a start… But still no beginning. It’s been weighing on my mind. Out of the three facilitators of our CI Focus group, Vera Vanschoor, Monika Bolcskei and myself,