Workshops and Community Sessions

By healing ourselves, we transform the systems around us.

Workshops and community sessions provide an introduction to the transformative tools of nervous system regulation, offering organizations and school communities a chance to explore how stress and anxiety are stored in the body and how emotions can be harnessed to navigate workplace challenges with clarity and compassion. In these interactive sessions, participants will discover somatic-based practices to release tension, build resilience, and regulate their own stress responses. Together, participants will learn how to cultivate a grounded, confident, and conscious approach to leadership—fostering healthier, more supportive communities and work environments where meaningful and lasting change can take root.

Does this sound like you?

✓ Your staff and leadership team feel overwhelmed by the daily demands of the job, leading to chronic stress and burnout.

✓ Workplace relationships are strained by misunderstandings, emotional tension, or unresolved conflicts.

✓ Leaders and staff struggle to manage their own stress and anxiety, making it hard to show up fully for their roles.

✓ Your organization or school community is seeking tools to create a calmer, more connected culture but isn’t sure where to begin.

✓ Staff often feel reactive rather than responsive when faced with challenging situations or conversations.

✓ You want to build a community or school environment where everyone—from leadership to students—feels seen, supported, and empowered to thrive.

Let’s heal together.

My workshops are designed to meet leaders and educators exactly where they are, offering practical tools to address the stress, overwhelm, and disconnection that often come with serving in high-pressure environments. By exploring the basics of nervous system regulation and somatic practices, participants gain powerful insights into how stress and anxiety show up in their bodies and minds—and how to release them. These sessions help leaders shift from reacting out of frustration or fear to responding with calm and clarity, even in challenging situations. Together, we’ll uncover the narratives and patterns that keep you stuck in cycles of burnout, providing you with practical strategies to break free. As you heal and regulate your own stress, you’ll not only show up as a more grounded and confident leader but also create a ripple effect of safety and support for your organization and school communities. Through these workshops, you’ll begin transforming not just yourself, but the systems and spaces you lead.

Introducing…

The Workshops

How Leverage the Power of Emotions for Healing Conversations

Virtual or In-person · Starting at $750

Emotions are a powerful force in shaping our interactions and relationships, especially in high-stress environments. In this transformative workshop, participants will explore their beliefs about emotions and develop a shared understanding of what emotions truly are.

  • Location: In-Person in the Los Angeles Area
    * I’m happy to travel to facilitate this workshop, and I kindly ask that travel expenses be covered as part of the arrangement. 

    All workshops are designed to last 90-120 minutes and offer a dynamic blend of introspection, interactive learning, and actionable strategies, ensuring an engaging and impactful experience for all participants.

    To maximize the effectiveness of each session, I believe in the power of co-creation. When you book a workshop, it includes a 30-minute planning session to tailor the content to your organization’s specific needs and goals, as well as a 30-minute integration and reflection session to support you in developing specific, actionable steps for integrating the strategies and tools learned into daily routines or organizational practices.

  • We’ll dive into the nature of emotions, recognizing that they cannot be eliminated but must be conserved, transferred, or transformed. By uncovering the intelligence signals within emotions, participants will learn how to harness their power to reduce workplace gossip, foster heart-centered conversations, and create pathways for healing and progress. Through guided role-playing exercises, participants will gain practical methods to address misunderstandings and tensions, building the skills necessary for productive, healing conversations and stronger, more collaborative relationships. This workshop equips attendees with the tools to navigate emotional dynamics from a place of clarity, empathy, and connection.

  • Participants will:

    • Gain clarity on their beliefs about emotions and how they impact workplace interactions.

    • Understand the transformative potential of emotions and how to harness them for positive outcomes.

    • Learn to interpret emotions as signals that can guide more empathetic and productive communication.

    • Develop practical tools to address misunderstandings and reduce workplace gossip effectively.

    • Build confidence in navigating challenging conversations with heart-centered, healing approaches.

    • Strengthen relationships and foster a more collaborative, emotionally intelligent work environment.

Beyond Coping: Healing Your Relationship with Stress, Anxiety and Self Doubt

Virtual or In-person · Starting at $750

This interactive session is designed to help leaders understand and manage stress through a somatic lens, empowering them to lead with clarity, resilience, and calm.

  • Location: In-Person in the Los Angeles Area
    * I’m happy to travel to facilitate this workshop, and I kindly ask that travel expenses be covered as part of the arrangement. 

    All workshops are designed to last 90-120 minutes and offer a dynamic blend of introspection, interactive learning, and actionable strategies, ensuring an engaging and impactful experience for all participants.

    To maximize the effectiveness of each session, I believe in the power of co-creation. When you book a workshop, it includes a 30-minute planning session to tailor the content to your organization’s specific needs and goals, as well as a 30-minute integration and reflection session to support you in developing specific, actionable steps for integrating the strategies and tools learned into daily routines or organizational practices.

  • This session provides participants with an in-depth exploration of how stress and trauma are stored in the body, affecting both their personal and professional lives. Participants will learn about the foundations of nervous system regulation and experience practical somatic strategies, including a 15-minute breathwork reset, to release stored stress and repattern their mindset.

    Through this approach, leaders will gain the skills needed to understand the "stories" that arise in moments of anxiety, and cultivate self-compassionate tools for calm and clarity. By the end of this session, participants will not only gain immediate relief but also leave with long-term strategies to support their continued wellness journey, positively impacting their leadership roles and creating a ripple effect throughout their school communities.

  • Participants will:

    • Gain a deeper understanding of how stress and trauma are stored in the body and how they influence your leadership style.

    • Learn the foundations of nervous system regulation to manage stress more effectively and prevent burnout.

    • Discover practical somatic tools, including breathwork, to release stored stress and reset your mindset in real-time.

    • Build self-awareness around the inner "stories" that fuel anxiety and self-doubt, and learn strategies to rewrite them with compassion.

    • Develop long-term practices to maintain a sense of calm, clarity, and resilience in both personal and professional settings.

    • Create a positive ripple effect in your school community by modeling grounded, confident, and conscious leadership.

Calm & Connected Leader: Navigating Triggers with a Grounded, Conscious Approach

Virtual or In-person · Starting at $750

This interactive workshop is designed for individuals who want to explore how to navigate triggering events, situations or conversations in a more grounded and conscious way.

  • Location: In-Person in the Los Angeles Area
    * I’m happy to travel to facilitate this workshop, and I kindly ask that travel expenses be covered as part of the arrangement. 

    All workshops are designed to last 90-120 minutes and offer a dynamic blend of introspection, interactive learning, and actionable strategies, ensuring an engaging and impactful experience for all participants.

    To maximize the effectiveness of each session, I believe in the power of co-creation. When you book a workshop, it includes a 30-minute planning session to tailor the content to your organization’s specific needs and goals, as well as a 30-minute integration and reflection session to support you in developing specific, actionable steps for integrating the strategies and tools learned into daily routines or organizational practices.

  • Together, we’ll reflect on past experiences to uncover triggers, explore how these reactions show up in our emotions and behaviors, and learn somatic-based practices to stay grounded and regulated. Participants walk away with practical tools to navigate challenging situations with confidence and a renewed sense of calm.

  • Participants will:

    • Gain clarity on personal triggers by reflecting on past experiences and identifying patterns in emotional reactions.

    • Understand how triggering events manifest in behaviors and emotions, providing deeper self-awareness in stressful situations.

    • Learn somatic-based practices to stay grounded and regulated during high-pressure conversations and events.

    • Develop practical tools to approach triggering situations with confidence and composure.

    • Cultivate a sense of calm and balance, enabling more thoughtful and conscious responses in challenging interactions.

    • Build resilience and emotional intelligence, creating a positive impact on personal and professional relationships.

Custom Wellness & Leadership Workshop

Virtual or In-person · Starting at $750

This customized workshop offer is designed for leaders and organizations who want a personalized approach to wellness and leadership development.

  • Location: In-Person in the Los Angeles Area
    * I’m happy to travel to facilitate this workshop, and I kindly ask that travel expenses be covered as part of the arrangement. 

    All workshops are designed to last 90-120 minutes and offer a dynamic blend of introspection, interactive learning, and actionable strategies, ensuring an engaging and impactful experience for all participants.

    To maximize the effectiveness of each session, I believe in the power of co-creation. When you book a workshop, it includes a 30-minute planning session to tailor the content to your organization’s specific needs and goals, as well as a 30-minute integration and reflection session to support you in developing specific, actionable steps for integrating the strategies and tools learned into daily routines or organizational practices.

  • By working together, we’ll create a tailored plan that addresses your specific needs, challenges, and aspirations, integrating practices that resonate to support lasting transformation for your organization and community

  • Participants will:

    • Collaborate to create a workshop tailored to your organization’s specific challenges, goals, and aspirations.

    • Address unique stressors and leadership dynamics with a personalized approach to wellness and development.

    • Integrate somatic practices and leadership tools that resonate with your team’s needs and culture.

    • Foster a sense of ownership and engagement by co-creating a session that speaks directly to your community.

    • Empower your team with strategies and tools that support sustainable transformation and growth.

    • Achieve meaningful, lasting impact by focusing on the exact areas where your organization needs support.

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

✓ You wake up and mindfully implement your personalized somatic-based rituals to regulate and confidently ground yourself for the day

✓ Stressful situations no longer overwhelm you—you have the tools to regulate and respond with confidence.

✓ You trust in your own wisdom and abilities, no longer seeking reassurance or validation from others.

✓ You feel balanced and present, both at work and at home, deeply connected to yourself and those around you.

✓ You approach challenges with a resilient mindset, knowing that you can handle whatever comes your way.

✓ You’re making a lasting impact, leading with ease, compassion, and a sense of fulfillment that inspires those around you.

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.