"AwarenesS
is revolutionary"-vimalasara
ABOUT
I am an integrative health and well-being practitioner with academic roots in Psychology (Cornell University) and Community-Based Social Work (University of Michigan). My work bridges evidence-based practice, community healing, and social justice.
I specialize in mindfulness coaching and facilitation, curating workshops & retreats and organizational consulting.
You're in the right place.
SERVICES
MINDFULNESS
(1:1 support)
MINDFULNESS
(groups)
WORKSHOPS
RETREATS
CONSULTING
Training & Expertise
Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) Facilitator
Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC) Teacher
Mindful Behavior Change (MBC) Facilitator
Trauma-Sensitive Mindfulness Facilitator
Internal Family Systems Practitioner
Yoga Teacher
Organizations We Have Worked With
Cambridge Health Alliance Center for Mindfulness and Compassion
Harvard Medical School
Centre for Mindfulness Studies in Toronto
University of Rhode Island College of Nursing
African American Heath Program of Montgomery County
The Healing Justice Project
Reviews
"river is supportive, present and positive. Meeting them has nourished me and helped me to be more mindful. I couldn't recommend participating in one of their groups or sessions more!"
- Mindfulness for Anxiety & Depression group member
"river's facilitation is grounding and centered. They helped to create a space where I could show up authentically to rest and lovingly learn about myself."
- Mindfulness for Anxiety & Depression group member
"river embodies the contemplative way not as a concept but as a lived experience. They bring a steady equanimity and kindness to all that they do. river's presence naturally fosters connection and dialogue that invites depth, authenticity and healing."
- Mentor, Clinical Psychologist & Yoga Therapist, MSC Teacher & Teacher Trainer
"I have had the joy and privilege of working alongside river within the MBCT teaching and teacher training community. river is a gifted facilitator, a deeply attuned listener, and an educator whose presence and perspective meaningfully enrich every teaching space they enter."
- MBCT Facilitator, Associate Director of MBCT Teacher Training