The Trauma Research Foundation invites you to embody the wisdom of Dr. Bessel van der Kolk’s groundbreaking book, The Body Keeps the Score, in this virtual, free monthly program, Integrate: Mind-Body Practice for Working Through Trauma!
https://traumaresearchfoundation.org/integrate-mind-body-practice-for-working-through-trauma/
**This Session**
Beyond Reactivity: Mindful Boundaries, Nervous System Regulation, and the Practice of Presence with Dr. Cynthia Garner
Whether we are supporting clients, leading teams, teaching, or caring for others, our own nervous system is one of our most powerful professional assets. In moments of stress, overwhelm, crisis, and emotional upheaval, our capacity to pause, notice reactivity, and stabilize our attention in the present moment shapes every interaction.
This one-hour experiential session explores mindful boundaries as an embodied attentional practice for cultivating greater awareness, discernment, and choice. Through trauma-sensitive mindfulness, gentle movement, and reflective inquiry, we will explore how reactivity emerges in body and mind and how simple practices can help us return to presence. Together, we will cultivate a deeper capacity to remain centered, connected to our inner wisdom, and aligned with our values, even in challenging moments. Leave with practical, immediately applicable practices that support both personal well-being and a more grounded, intentional way of showing up for others.
**The Recording**
Resources from the session:
David Treleaven – “Trauma Sensitive Mindfulness”
Oren Jay Sofer “Say What You Mean”
Cynthia’s Mindful Boundaries Starter Kit for Clinicians –
Cynthia’s Mindful Boundaries Foundations Course –
**The Presenter**
Dr. Cynthia Garner is an author, mindfulness teacher, speaker, and boundary coach whose work bridges education, narrative, and embodied wellbeing.
A former classroom teacher and school leadership consultant, she has spent her career supporting educators, helping professionals, and individuals navigating stress, trauma, and relational harm. Her work integrates mindfulness, nervous system awareness, compassionate leadership, and the transformative power of personal storytelling.
She is the author of Fierce Boundaries, creator of the Mindful Boundaries Foundations course, and leads workshops, retreats, and therapeutic coaching that help people cultivate greater presence, discernment, and sustainable wellbeing.
Website: www.cynthiagarner.com
FB: https://www.facebook.com/cynthiaelizabethgarner/
YT: https://www.youtube.com/@mindful-boundaries
LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cynthiagarnercoach
IG: https://www.instagram.com/dr.cynthiagarner
**The Integrate Program**
Integrate: A Mind-Body Practice for Working Through Trauma offers more than passive learning about the connection between the body and mind. It is an invitation to reconnect with parts of yourself that may have been set aside and embrace a more curious and connected you. We have created a safe space to move, explore, and discover.
Whether you support others working through trauma or focus on healing your own, there is something for everyone. Practice during the session, then walk away with easy-to-implement tools for whenever you need them.
https://traumaresearchfoundation.org/integrate-mind-body-practice-for-working-through-trauma/
