Stephen W. Porges
Dr. Stephen W. Porges is a world-renowned neuroscientist and the creator of the Polyvagal Theory. His innovative work in trauma, neurophysiology, and emotional regulation has revolutionized therapeutic practices across disciplines.
Babette Rothschild
Babette Rothschild, MSW, LCSW, is a leading expert in trauma therapy with over four decades of clinical experience. Author of The Body Remembers, she integrates somatic approaches and psychophysiology to guide safe trauma recovery.
David Grand
David Grand, PhD, is a renowned psychotherapist and the creator of Brainspotting, a groundbreaking therapy used globally to achieve rapid breakthroughs in trauma recovery, creativity, and performance.
Robert Scaer
Dr. Robert Scaer is a Board-Certified neurologist with over 39 years of experience, specializing in brain injury, chronic pain, and traumatic stress. Author of The Body Bears the Burden and The Trauma Spectrum, he continues to influence the fields of neurology and trauma healing through his writing and lectures.
Rev. Gloria E. White-Hammond
Rev. Gloria E. White-Hammond is a distinguished co-pastor, retired pediatrician, and visiting scholar at Harvard Divinity School. She is a passionate advocate, cofounder of initiatives supporting high-risk adolescent girls and women in conflict zones, and author of transformative courses.
Matthew Sanford
Matthew Sanford, a paraplegic yoga teacher and founder of Mind Body Solutions, empowers people across the U.S. to reconnect with their bodies through yoga and healing. He is the author of Waking: A Memoir of Trauma and Transcendence.
Atman Smith
Atman Smith is the co-founder of the Holistic Life Foundation and serves as its director of development. Since 2001, he has been dedicated to teaching yoga and mindfulness to underserved communities, high-risk youth, and individuals in rehabilitation and educational settings.
Ali Smith
Ali Smith, Executive Director of the Holistic Life Foundation, is a leading voice in mindfulness and yoga education. His courses draw from years of experience creating impactful programs in schools, rehab centers, and beyond.
