Our Esteemed Faculty
Program Host
Jeffrey Rutstein, PsyD, CHT
Dr. Jeffrey Rutstein, PsyD, CHT, is a clinical psychologist, an expert in the treatment of trauma, a certified Hakomi Mindfulness-Centered Somatic psychotherapist, and a meditation teacher who has specialized in the treatment of trauma and dissociation for nearly 40 years. He has practiced meditation for over 55 years. He has devoted his professional life to helping people reduce their suffering and struggle while empowering them to claim their strengths, their talents, and their unique abilities to live a more fulfilling and rich life.
13 Premier Teachers in the Field of Trauma Healing
Throughout this nine-month program, you will find yourself receiving teaching from some of the world’s foremost experts in trauma and trauma healing. From pioneers in trauma-based research to renowned clinical practitioners, these hand-selected faculty members provide prerecorded modules in their specialty fields to accompany you on your healing journey.
Thomas Hübl PhD
Thomas Hübl, PhD is an Austrian-born contemporary spiritual teacher and founder of the Academy of Inner Science who practices and teaches mysticism in a manner that is entirely in keeping with the times. His work integrates the essence of the great traditions of wisdom with scientific knowledge and his own personal experience.
Sará King PhD
Sará King, PhD, is a neuroscientist, medical anthropologist, and certified meditation instructor who also holds an advanced degree in African American studies and political science. She currently works as an NIH postdoctoral fellow in neurology at Oregon Health & Science University, a Garrison Institute Fellow, and is founder of MindHeart Consulting.
Peter A. Levine PhD
Peter A. Levine, PhD, is a psychologist, researcher, and former stress consultant with NASA. He specializes in working with trauma and stress-related disorders. Dr. Levine developed Somatic Experiencing, a body-oriented approach to treating trauma. He is the author of several books on the treatment of trauma, including Waking the Tiger and In an Unspoken Voice.
Resmaa Menakem MSW, LICSW, SEP
Resmaa Menakem, New York Times bestselling author of My Grandmother’s Hands: Racialized Trauma and the Pathway to Mending Our Hearts and Bodies, is a visionary Justice Leadership coach, organizational strategist, and master trainer. Resmaa is a leading voice in today’s conversation on racialized trauma.
Deb Dana LCSW
Deb Dana specializes in treating complex traumatic stress and lectures internationally on the ways Polyvagal Theory informs clinical interactions with trauma survivors. She is a consultant to the Traumatic Stress Research Consortium in the Kinsey Institute at Indiana University and the developer of the Rhythm of Regulation clinical training series.
Ruth King
Ruth King is the founder of Mindful of Race Institute, LLC, and is a celebrated author, educator, and meditation teacher. Formerly an organizational development consultant to Intel and Levi Strauss corporations, Ruth currently teaches the Mindful of Race Training Program to leaders, teams, and organizations, as well as mindfulness meditation retreats worldwide. https://ruthking.net
Judith Blackstone PhD
Judith Blackstone, PhD, is a licensed clinical psychotherapist in New York and an innovative teacher in contemporary spirituality. She developed the Realization Process, an embodied approach to personal and relational healing and nondual realization. She is author of Trauma and the Unbound Body, Belonging Here, The Intimate Life, The Enlightenment Process, and The Empathic Ground.
Konda Mason
Social entrepreneur and earth and social justice activist Konda Mason sits on the Board of Directors of Spirit Rock Meditation Center, On Being, Lion’s Roar Publications, and Regeneration. She is the cofounder/founding CEO of Impact Hub Oakland, as well as president/cofounder of Jubilee Justice, Inc., a nonprofit creating opportunities for applied learning at the intersection of land, race, money, and spirit.
Arielle Schwartz PhD
Arielle Schwartz, PhD, is a clinical psychologist, author, consultant, therapist trainer, and developer of Resilience-Informed Therapy. She specializes in helping people recover from traumatic events; find relief from depression or anxiety; develop meaningful, nurturing relationships; help their children be more resilient; and break free from destructive habits.
Featured guest speakers
Gabor Maté MD
A renowned speaker and bestselling author, Dr. Gabor Maté is highly sought after for his expertise on a range of topics including addiction, stress, and childhood development. Dr. Maté weaves together scientific research, case histories, and his own insights and experience to present a broad perspective that enlightens and empowers people to promote their own healing and that of those around them.
Woman Stands Shining, Pat McCabe
Weyakpa Najin Win (Woman Stands Shining), Pat McCabe is a Diné (Navajo) mother, grandmother, activist, artist, writer, ceremonial leader, and international speaker. She is a voice for global peace, and her paintings are created as tools for individual, earth, and global healing.
Susan Stiffelman MFT
Susan Stiffelman is a marriage and family therapist, credentialed teacher, and licensed psychotherapist. For over 30 years, she has worked with families to create greater harmony and deeper connection between parents and children. Just as a captain is able to navigate stormy seas, Susan believes parents are meant to function as their child’s best source of comfort and direction by confidently steering the ship.
Thomas Hübl, PhD
Thomas Hübl, PhD is an Austrian-born contemporary spiritual teacher and founder of the Academy of Inner Science who practices and teaches mysticism in a manner that is entirely in keeping with the times. His work integrates the essence of the great traditions of wisdom with scientific knowledge and his own personal experience.
Sará King PhD
Sará King, PhD, is a neuroscientist, medical anthropologist, and certified meditation instructor who also holds an advanced degree in African American studies and political science. She currently works as an NIH postdoctoral fellow in neurology at Oregon Health & Science University, a Garrison Institute Fellow, and is founder of MindHeart Consulting.
Peter A. Levine PhD
Dr. Peter A. Levine is a psychologist, researcher, and former stress consultant with NASA. He specializes in working with trauma and stress-related disorders. Dr. Levine developed Somatic Experiencing, a body-oriented approach to treating trauma. He is the author of several books on the treatment of trauma, including Waking the Tiger and In an Unspoken Voice.
Resmaa Menakem MSW, LICSW, SEP
Resmaa Menakem, New York Times bestselling author of My Grandmother’s Hands: Racialized Trauma and the Pathway to Mending Our Hearts and Bodies, is a visionary Justice Leadership coach, organizational strategist, and master trainer. Resmaa is a leading voice in today’s conversation on racialized trauma.
Deb Dana LCSW
Deb Dana specializes in treating complex traumatic stress and lectures internationally on the ways Polyvagal Theory informs clinical interactions with trauma survivors. She is a consultant to the Traumatic Stress Research Consortium in the Kinsey Institute at Indiana University and the developer of the Rhythm of Regulation clinical training series.
Ruth King
Ruth King is the founder of Mindful of Race Institute, LLC, and is a celebrated author, educator, and meditation teacher. Formerly an organizational development consultant to Intel and Levi Strauss corporations, Ruth currently teaches the Mindful of Race Training Program to leaders, teams, and organizations, as well as mindfulness meditation retreats worldwide. https://ruthking.net
Judith Blackstone PhD
Judith Blackstone, PhD, is a licensed clinical psychotherapist in New York and an innovative teacher in contemporary spirituality. She developed the Realization Process, an embodied approach to personal and relational healing and nondual realization. She is author of Trauma and the Unbound Body, Belonging Here, The Intimate Life, The Enlightenment Process, and The Empathic Ground.
Konda Mason
Social entrepreneur and earth and social justice activist Konda Mason sits on the Board of Directors of Spirit Rock Meditation Center, On Being, Lion’s Roar Publications, and Regeneration. She is the cofounder/founding CEO of Impact Hub Oakland, as well as president/cofounder of Jubilee Justice, Inc., a nonprofit creating opportunities for applied learning at the intersection of land, race, money, and spirit.
Arielle Schwartz PhD
Dr. Arielle Schwartz is a clinical psychologist, author, consultant, therapist trainer, and developer of Resilience-Informed Therapy. She specializes in helping people recover from traumatic events; find relief from depression or anxiety; develop meaningful, nurturing relationships; help their children be more resilient; and break free from destructive habits.
Featured guest speakers
Gabor Maté MD
A renowned speaker and bestselling author, Dr. Gabor Maté is highly sought after for his expertise on a range of topics including addiction, stress, and childhood development. Dr. Maté weaves together scientific research, case histories, and his own insights and experience to present a broad perspective that enlightens and empowers people to promote their own healing and that of those around them.
Woman Stands Shining, Pat McCabe
Weyakpa Najin Win (Woman Stands Shining), Pat McCabe is a Diné (Navajo) mother, grandmother, activist, artist, writer, ceremonial leader, and international speaker. She is a voice for global peace, and her paintings are created as tools for individual, earth, and global healing.
Susan Stiffelman MFT
Susan Stiffelman is a marriage and family therapist, credentialed teacher, and licensed psychotherapist. For over 30 years, she has worked with families to create greater harmony and deeper connection between parents and children. Just as a captain is able to navigate stormy seas, Susan believes parents are meant to function as their child’s best source of comfort and direction by confidently steering the ship.
Thomas Hübl, PhD
Thomas Hübl, PhD is an Austrian-born contemporary spiritual teacher and founder of the Academy of Inner Science who practices and teaches mysticism in a manner that is entirely in keeping with the times. His work integrates the essence of the great traditions of wisdom with scientific knowledge and his own personal experience.
Sará King PhD
Sará King, PhD, is a neuroscientist, medical anthropologist, and certified meditation instructor who also holds an advanced degree in African American studies and political science. She currently works as an NIH postdoctoral fellow in neurology at Oregon Health & Science University, a Garrison Institute Fellow, and is founder of MindHeart Consulting.
Peter A. Levine PhD
Dr. Peter A. Levine is a psychologist, researcher, and former stress consultant with NASA. He specializes in working with trauma and stress-related disorders. Dr. Levine developed Somatic Experiencing, a body-oriented approach to treating trauma. He is the author of several books on the treatment of trauma, including Waking the Tiger and In an Unspoken Voice.
Resmaa Menakem MSW, LICSW, SEP
Resmaa Menakem, New York Times bestselling author of My Grandmother’s Hands: Racialized Trauma and the Pathway to Mending Our Hearts and Bodies, is a visionary Justice Leadership coach, organizational strategist, and master trainer. Resmaa is a leading voice in today’s conversation on racialized trauma.
Deb Dana LCSW
Deb Dana specializes in treating complex traumatic stress and lectures internationally on the ways Polyvagal Theory informs clinical interactions with trauma survivors. She is a consultant to the Traumatic Stress Research Consortium in the Kinsey Institute at Indiana University and the developer of the Rhythm of Regulation clinical training series.
Ruth King
Ruth King is the founder of Mindful of Race Institute, LLC, and is a celebrated author, educator, and meditation teacher. Formerly an organizational development consultant to Intel and Levi Strauss corporations, Ruth currently teaches the Mindful of Race Training Program to leaders, teams, and organizations, as well as mindfulness meditation retreats worldwide. https://ruthking.net
Judith Blackstone PhD
Judith Blackstone, PhD, is a licensed clinical psychotherapist in New York and an innovative teacher in contemporary spirituality. She developed the Realization Process, an embodied approach to personal and relational healing and nondual realization. She is author of Trauma and the Unbound Body, Belonging Here, The Intimate Life, The Enlightenment Process, and The Empathic Ground.
Konda Mason
Social entrepreneur and earth and social justice activist Konda Mason sits on the Board of Directors of Spirit Rock Meditation Center, On Being, Lion’s Roar Publications, and Regeneration. She is the cofounder/founding CEO of Impact Hub Oakland, as well as president/cofounder of Jubilee Justice, Inc., a nonprofit creating opportunities for applied learning at the intersection of land, race, money, and spirit.
Arielle Schwartz PhD
Dr. Arielle Schwartz is a clinical psychologist, author, consultant, therapist trainer, and developer of Resilience-Informed Therapy. She specializes in helping people recover from traumatic events; find relief from depression or anxiety; develop meaningful, nurturing relationships; help their children be more resilient; and break free from destructive habits.
Featured guest speakers
Gabor Maté MD
A renowned speaker and bestselling author, Dr. Gabor Maté is highly sought after for his expertise on a range of topics including addiction, stress, and childhood development. Dr. Maté weaves together scientific research, case histories, and his own insights and experience to present a broad perspective that enlightens and empowers people to promote their own healing and that of those around them.
Woman Stands Shining, Pat McCabe
Weyakpa Najin Win (Woman Stands Shining), Pat McCabe is a Diné (Navajo) mother, grandmother, activist, artist, writer, ceremonial leader, and international speaker. She is a voice for global peace, and her paintings are created as tools for individual, earth, and global healing.
Susan Stiffelman MFT
Susan Stiffelman is a marriage and family therapist, credentialed teacher, and licensed psychotherapist. For over 30 years, she has worked with families to create greater harmony and deeper connection between parents and children. Just as a captain is able to navigate stormy seas, Susan believes parents are meant to function as their child’s best source of comfort and direction by confidently steering the ship.
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