Somatic Support Group For Teachers- Empowering Educators in Mind & Body

Empowering Educators Through Mind-Body Connection

In the demanding world of education, teachers often give so much of themselves, leaving little time or energy for personal well-being. Our Somatic Support Group for Teachers is designed to address this unique challenge by integrating somatic practices with a supportive community to foster physical, emotional, and mental resilience.

What We Offer:

• Mind-Body Techniques: Learn and practice somatic exercises that enhance body awareness, reduce stress, and promote relaxation. Techniques may include breathwork, gentle movement, and mindfulness practices tailored to fit the busy schedule of educators.
• Safe Space for Sharing: Connect with fellow teachers in a confidential and empathetic environment. Share experiences, discuss challenges, and celebrate successes with peers who understand the unique pressures of the teaching profession.
• Practical Tools for Everyday Use: Gain practical tools and strategies that can be easily integrated into your daily routine. Our sessions focus on actionable steps to manage stress and prevent burnout, making well-being a sustainable part of your teaching practice.
• Expert Guidance: Benefit from the expertise of facilitators trained in somatic therapies and stress management. Our leaders bring a wealth of experience in supporting educators and are dedicated to helping you cultivate a balanced and fulfilling professional life.

Why Join Us?

Teaching is a rewarding yet demanding profession that can take a toll on your well-being. By participating in our Somatic Support Group, you’ll gain:

• Enhanced Self-Awareness: Understand how your body and mind interact and learn to recognize signs of stress and fatigue early.
• Improved Resilience: Develop skills to better handle the challenges of the classroom and maintain a positive mindset.
• Renewed Energy: Reconnect with your personal well-being to recharge and bring renewed enthusiasm to your teaching.

Join us to invest in your own health and well-being, and become part of a community that values the holistic support of educators. Together, we can build a foundation for a more balanced and resilient teaching experience.

Facilitators:

Dr. Kelsey Evans-Amalu: Currently is based in the greater Central Florida area bringing holistic healing services to people in need. Dr. K. is a small business owner and serves as researcher, yoga and meditation instructor, and somatic educator to private clients, corporate offices, and k-12 schools and universities. She is experienced with working with varied clientele including past instruction of high-performance athletes (the WWE, Orlando City Soccer, Orlando Pride, etc.) to mental health providers and services (National Alliance on Mental Illness, National Eating Disorder Awareness, etc.)

Provider of courses and training sessions on topics such as: mindfulness and meditation; breathwork; social emotional learning; trauma informed response; mental health and the workplace, diversity equity and inclusion; new and current teacher development; data driven instruction; mindful resilience training, social studies and civics education; citizenship education.

PhD in Education, Masters in Education, 500 Hour E-RYT, Kids Yoga Certified, Trauma Yoga Certified, Certified Meditation Teacher, Reiki Certified, Hypnosis Certified., Certified Professional Life Coach.

Suzanne Long

Host or Publisher The Mindful Prof LLC