Somatic Breathwork

Release, repattern and remember….who you were born to be.

Somatic Breathwork is a gentle yet powerful practice that invites you to move out of your busy thinking mind and reconnect with the wisdom of your body. It helps you release the stagnant energy created by repetitive thoughts, heavy emotions, and old stories, allowing you to let go in a safe and supportive way. With my guidance, you’ll embark on a transformational journey to release limiting beliefs, past traumas, and fears, creating space for balance, grounding, and a renewed sense of self. This is your opportunity to nurture your inner world and return to the calm, centered version of yourself that’s always been within you.

Does this sound like you?

✓ You feel weighed down by chronic stress, tension, and emotional overwhelm that seems impossible to release.

✓ You’re stuck in cycles of self-doubt and limiting beliefs, holding you back from stepping into your full potential.

✓ You struggle to process past trauma or difficult experiences, and they continue to impact your daily life and relationships.

✓ You feel disconnected from your authentic self, unsure of who you are beyond the roles and expectations placed upon you.

✓ You find it hard to regulate your emotions or reactions, often feeling reactive or out of control in challenging situations.

✓ You crave a sense of clarity, inner peace, and freedom from the stories that no longer serve you.

Let’s breathe life back into your soul.

Somatic Breathwork is a powerful practice that helps address the root causes of stress, self-doubt, and disconnection by tapping into your body’s innate intelligence. Using circular connected breathing paired with rhythmic music, this process encourages a cathartic emotional release—whether through moving, shaking, crying, or laughing. By releasing stored tension, processing unresolved emotions, and sweeping away blockages and restrictions, you’ll uncover and reframe the limiting beliefs that hold you back. This practice empowers you to regulate your nervous system, heal past trauma, and reconnect with your authentic self, fostering greater emotional clarity, inner peace, and resilience. Whether you’re seeking relief or profound transformation, breathwork offers a safe and accessible path to unlock the freedom and purpose within you.

Introducing…

Breathwork Experiences

The Virtual Group Session

Virtual · Starting at $250

Ideal for teams and organizations seeking to incorporate wellness and healing strategies into their work.

  • Welcome and Grounding (5-10 mins): The session begins with a warm welcome and grounding exercises to create a safe and relaxed atmosphere. Participants are invited to settle into the space and connect with their intentions for the session.

    Introduction to Breathwork (10-15 mins): A brief overview of the breathwork process, including its benefits and what participants might experience, ensures everyone feels prepared and supported.

    Breathwork Journey (60 mins): Using circular connected breathing and rhythmic music, participants embark on a guided 60 minute journey. Emotional release is encouraged and may include expressions like crying, laughing, shaking, or quiet stillness as each person processes their experience.

    Integration and Reflection (15-20 mins): After the active breathwork phase, participants are guided through a calming integration period, often including journaling or group sharing to process insights and emotions. The session concludes with final reflections and gratitude, leaving participants feeling grounded, connected, and renewed.

    Follow-Up Support: After the session (typically 2-5 days post-session), participants will receive a follow-up email or message to check in on their progress. This is a space to share reflections, discuss any post-session insights or questions, and continue their journey of integration.

    *Group sessions have the option of adding an additional 15- minute lesson on how stress is stored in the body and how breathwork facilitates the release of this stress and the opportunity to repattern and expand their current beliefs. 

  • A group breathwork session provides a transformative and shared experience, perfect for teams looking to combat burnout, reduce workplace tension, or explore innovative approaches to well-being. These sessions foster connection, renewal, and a deeper sense of balance, both individually and collectively. The session begins with grounding exercises and intention setting, followed by a guided breathwork journey using circular connected breathing and rhythmic music. This safe and supportive space allows participants to release stress, process emotions, and reconnect with their inner resilience. 

  • Participants will:

    • Provide a safe and supportive environment for addressing trust and collaboration challenges.

    • Uncover the root causes of disconnection and foster deeper understanding among team members.

    • Help participants process emotions and shift limiting narratives into opportunities for growth.

    • Create space for grieving and repairing harm in a way that feels safe and constructive for everyone involved.

    • Rebuild relationships with clear expectations and stronger foundations for future collaboration.

    • Cultivate a renewed sense of trust, connection, and collective purpose within the team or community.

The Single Session

Virtual or In-person · $150

Perfect for heart-centered, driven leaders who know something has to change, but feel stuck or don’t know where to begin.

  • Welcome and Grounding (5-10 mins): The session begins with a warm welcome and grounding exercises to create a safe and relaxed atmosphere. Participants are invited to settle into the space and connect with their intentions for the session.

    Introduction to Breathwork (10-15 mins): A brief overview of the breathwork process, including its benefits and what participants might experience, ensures everyone feels prepared and supported.

    Breathwork Journey (60 mins): Using circular connected breathing and rhythmic music, participants embark on a guided 60 minute journey. Emotional release is encouraged and may include expressions like crying, laughing, shaking, or quiet stillness as each person processes their experience.

    Integration and Reflection (15-20 mins): After the active breathwork phase, participants are guided through a calming integration period, often including journaling or group sharing to process insights and emotions. The session concludes with final reflections and gratitude, leaving participants feeling grounded, connected, and renewed.

    Follow-Up Support: After the session (typically 2-5 days post-session), participants will receive a follow-up email or message to check in on their progress. This is a space to share reflections, discuss any post-session insights or questions, and continue their journey of integration.

  • An individual breathwork session provides a deeply personalized and transformative experience tailored to your specific needs and goals. Through circular connected breathing, rhythmic music, and gentle guidance, you’ll release stored stress, process unresolved emotions, and reconnect with your inner resilience. This one-on-one session creates a safe and nurturing space for those seeking relief from anxiety, burnout, or past trauma, as well as individuals looking to break free from limiting beliefs and reconnect with their authentic selves. Ideal for anyone ready to prioritize their personal healing and growth, an individual session allows you to dive deeper into your unique journey, fostering clarity, balance, and a renewed sense of purpose. 

  • Participants will:

    • Release stored stress, tension, and trauma held within the body, fostering emotional relief and renewal.

    • Gain clarity on limiting beliefs and patterns that may be holding them back.

    • Reconnect with their  inner resilience and access a deeper sense of calm and balance.

    • Experience a safe and supportive space to process overwhelming emotions and find resolution.

    • Develop a greater awareness of their mind-body connection to better navigate stress in daily life.

    • Leave feeling grounded, empowered, and ready to approach challenges with clarity and confidence.

The Event (Retreats, Celebrations, Special Events)

In-person · Starting at $350

Perfect addition to wellness or leadership retreats or personal special celebratory events.

  • Welcome and Grounding (5-10 mins): The session begins with a warm welcome and grounding exercises to create a safe and relaxed atmosphere. Participants are invited to settle into the space and connect with their intentions for the session.

    Introduction to Breathwork (10-15 mins): A brief overview of the breathwork process, including its benefits and what participants might experience, ensures everyone feels prepared and supported.

    Breathwork Journey (60 mins): Using circular connected breathing and rhythmic music, participants embark on a guided 60 minute journey. Emotional release is encouraged and may include expressions like crying, laughing, shaking, or quiet stillness as each person processes their experience.

    Integration and Reflection (15-20 mins): After the active breathwork phase, participants are guided through a calming integration period, often including journaling or group sharing to process insights and emotions. The session concludes with final reflections and gratitude, leaving participants feeling grounded, connected, and renewed.

    Follow-Up Support: After the session (typically 2-5 days post-session), participants will receive a follow-up email or message to check in on their progress. This is a space to share reflections, discuss any post-session insights or questions, and continue their journey of integration.


    *Special Event sessions have the option of adding an additional 15- minute lesson on how stress is stored in the body and how breathwork facilitates the release of this stress and the opportunity to repattern and expand their current beliefs. 

  • A group breathwork session is a powerful addition to any in-person special event, whether personal or professional. As part of a day-long wellness or leadership retreat, it offers participants a chance to release tension, reconnect with themselves, and set the tone for deeper reflection and growth. For personal celebrations, like a birthday, it becomes a unique and meaningful activity to foster connection, gratitude, and renewal among attendees. The session combines grounding exercises, guided breathwork, and a safe, supportive environment, leaving participants feeling rejuvenated, connected, and inspired. It’s an unforgettable experience that aligns perfectly with moments of celebration, growth, and togetherness

  • Participants will:

    • Step away from daily demands to gain clarity and focus on personal and professional growth.

    • Reignite your sense of purpose and connection to your leadership role.

    • Develop actionable strategies to address leadership challenges and foster team collaboration.

    • Build resilience and clarity to navigate stress and uncertainty with confidence.

    • Create a long-term vision for integrating wellness and restorative practices into your organization.

    • Leave feeling renewed, empowered, and ready to inspire meaningful change within your community.

What Others Are Saying

  • Transformative

    “Working with Bernice has been incredibly transformative. Her coaching feels like a true partnership where she walks alongside me, sharing her own experiences and creating a safe space for reflection. With her support, I’ve learned to embrace my authenticity and trust my own growth process, especially in balancing work, leadership, and personal healing.”

    — Mae C. Innes, Special Education Consultant

  • Grounding

    “Bernice created a gentle and warm space that allowed me to feel safe and supported throughout the session. I came in feeling anxious and scattered, but by the end, I felt relaxed, grounded, and more in tune with my mind and body. Her breathwork practice significantly reduced my anxiety, and I now have a self-help tool to use at home whenever I need it.”

    — Dr. Jarazeth Lopez, School Psychologist

  • Tangible Tools

    “Bernice’s workshop was a transformative experience that gave us tangible tools for healing. She not only broke down trauma and its effects but also provided actionable steps, including simple breathing techniques, to help us regulate our nervous systems. The workshop reminded us that healing is a process.”

    — Sara Ozuna, Lecturer & Faculty at Cal State Los Angeles

  • A Safe Space

    “Bernice’s workshop was an eye-opening exploration of how emotional history and inherited trauma affect our ability to serve others. Through her personal experiences, she created a safe space that empowered us to tap into our own healing journeys, making her workshops an invaluable resource for educators and organizations committed to equity and well-being.”

    — Dr. Veronica Gonzalez, Professor at Cal State Los Angeles

Have we met yet?

I’m Bernice - A heart-centered leadership and wellness coach.

I help growth-minded leaders heal their inner worlds so they can lead from a place of calm, clarity and confidence. My work is guided by the belief that we are all soulful beings having a human experience and that anxiety, self doubt and overwhelm appear when we attempt to rely heavily on our cognitive minds and bypass the intelligence of our body, heart and soul. 

If you’re experiencing anxiety, overwhelm and self doubt, please know that nothing is wrong with you; it’s your body’s intelligence telling you that it desperately wants you to reconnect with all parts of you. There’s an infinite well of wisdom beneath the surface of your stress and overwhelm and I am here to help you uncover what you’re meant to learn from it. 

Imagine your future self

✓ Release stored stress, tension, and trauma held within the body, fostering emotional relief and renewal.

✓ Gain clarity on limiting beliefs and patterns that may be holding them back.

✓ Reconnect with their  inner resilience and access a deeper sense of calm and balance.

✓ Experience a safe and supportive space to process overwhelming emotions and find resolution.

✓ Develop a greater awareness of their mind-body connection to better navigate stress in daily life.

✓ Leave feeling grounded, empowered, and ready to approach challenges with clarity and confidence.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Coaching Packages: 

    Refunds for coaching services are available within seven days of purchase. After 7 days, refunds are evaluated on a case-by-case basis. After the first coaching session, all contracts are binding, and no refunds are offered on coaching services. This policy ensures clients are fully invested in their coaching package. 

    Workshops, Community Meetings and Retreats

    Cancellations made at least 21 days in advance receive a full refund. Cancellations made at least 14 days in advance receive a 50% refund. No refunds are available for cancellations made less than 14 days before the event. Any incurred travel expenses made at the time of the cancellation will not be eligible for a refund.

    Breathwork

    All breathwork session bookings are non-refundable. However, clients may request to reschedule their session once within 30 days of the original date. Reschedule requests must be made at least 24 hours in advance to be honored. 

  • Coaching

    Yes, payment plans are available for all coaching packages. I typically offer 2-3 installment options, depending on the program length and your preferences. Let’s discuss your needs during our initial consultation to find the best solution for you.

    Workshops

    Yes, payment plans are available for workshops, particularly for customized or multi-session packages. Payment schedules can be arranged to suit your organization’s budget and timeline. Feel free to contact me to explore the best option for your group.

    Breathwork

    I currently do not offer payment plans for breathwork sessions. To make the process simple and seamless, full payment is due at the time of booking. I appreciate your understanding and support.

  • I bring a unique combination of professional expertise and personal experience to my work. I am a California credentialed teacher with an administrative credential and over 20 years of leadership experience in the public, private and charter school sector across the state. I am certified as a Somatic Breathwork Practitioner through Soma+IQ and have completed advanced coaching training with respected organizations such as Bright Morning and UCLA Center X. My effectiveness as a coach is also rooted in my personal healing journey with anxiety, which has deepened my empathy and understanding of the challenges leaders face. Combined with my lived experience as a childhood trauma survivor, this blend of credentials, training, and personal growth allows me to support leaders in achieving meaningful transformation with a compassionate and trauma-informed approach.

  • Yes, I offer both text messaging and email support for my coaching clients throughout our established coaching container. This allows us to stay connected, address questions, and provide guidance as needed between sessions. We can discuss the details during our exploratory call to ensure it aligns with your needs and goals.

  • I understand that investing in coaching or workshops is a significant decision, and I’m committed to making my services as accessible as possible. If the packages listed are outside your budget, I encourage you to reach out to discuss your specific needs. Depending on what you’re looking for, we can explore options to create a solution that aligns with your goals and fits within your budget. Let’s connect and see how we can make this work for you.

  • While my professional experience is rooted in the education field, the strategies and content I teach are applicable to all heart-centered, growth-oriented leaders struggling with anxiety, stress and self doubt. If you or your organization are committed to creating an emotionally safe and healing environment for yourself and others, I’d love to explore how we can collaborate. Schedule a call to discuss your goals and how I can support you.

  • The timing of results varies for each individual, as it depends on your unique goals, commitment to the process, and the work we do together. Many clients begin to notice shifts in their mindset, stress levels, and emotional awareness within the first few sessions. However, deeper, lasting transformation often takes time and consistent practice. My goal is to equip you with tools and strategies that create both immediate relief and sustainable, long-term growth. During our work together, I’ll be there to support and guide you every step of the way.