MINDFULness offerings

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I help people to quiet their inner critic, deepen compassion for self and others, and untangle from thoughts, feelings, physical sensations, and habits that compromise your well-being and deepest aspirations. You become more adept at finding the pathway back to NOW, where you can connect with your inner wisdom, respond more skillfully to suffering, and navigate life with greater ease, calm, focus, and empowerment.

Here’s how we can work together:

GROUP Classes & Guided Meditation Sessions

Description

Through group sessions, receive practical guidance on:

  • Developing a meditation practice that serves your deepest intentions and fits within your daily schedule

  • Building fundamental mindfulness skills and applying these skills to navigate life's challenges with wisdom instead of reactivity

  • Learning strategies for embracing mindfulness and compassion during tough times, leading to significant transformations in your life, relationships, and the world. 

All of my programs can be customized to suit your needs in terms of format, frequency, number of sessions, delivery method (online or in-person), and content.

I also offer pre-recorded content featuring my nature photography and videos as a calming backdrop.

What You Get

  • 60-minute group Zoom sessions

  • A safe, confidential, inspiring, inclusive, supportive space

  • Talks and meditations to explore your inner and outer landscape with more clarity and kindness 

  • Guidance on creating a regular practice that works for you

  • A replay recording with premium sessions.

how it works

  • Sessions take place via Zoom or in-person

  • Can be hosted in my Zoom room or through your organization

  • Sessions include guided meditation practice, an instructional talk, and optional discussion/Q&A.

  • During guided meditations, participants will be muted

  • Sharing is always optional, and you choose whether to have your camera on or off.

Subscribe to my bi-weekly-ish newsletter to learn about my upcoming programs.

Explore my catalog

to find the right program for your group

Bring my life-enriching programs to your school, library, retreat center, business, organization, or friends group. I’ve developed and conducted a wide variety of well-received, research-backed programs for adults and children alike. Many of my programs can be adapted for staff development, lunch-and-learn sessions, one-off workshops, or multi-sessions series. Browse the catalog to select or customize the perfect program to suit your needs!

1:1 Meditation practice Sessions

(including GUIDED labyrinth meditation SESSIONS)

Description

The purpose of private meditation sessions is to support you in your formal practice of mindfulness and heart meditations (including techniques such as RAIN) by “co-meditating” and/or guiding you through customized meditations geared toward your particular circumstances.

My role is to accompany you as you meditate and dialogue out-loud with you about what you are noticing and experiencing. I hold space for your natural presence and wisdom to arise, helping you to deepen your meditation skills. You have the opportunity to ask questions and receive practical guidance on developing a meditation practice tailored to your needs, and applying mindfulness skills to navigate life's challenges with wisdom rather than reactivity.

What You Get

  • A 60-minute private session(s)

  • A safe, confidential, inspiring, supportive space

  • Customized guided meditations to explore your inner and outer landscape with more clarity and kindness 

  • Guidance on creating a regular meditation practice that works for you.

how it works

  • We might choose to meet on Zoom or at a labyrinth for a labyrinth guided meditation session

  • In addition to guided/co-meditation practice, we will discuss your current practice, your deepest intent in practicing, and the challenges and fruits of your practice.

  • I will send a follow-up email to summarize what we covered in the session.

Mindfulness Mentoring

Description

Mindfulness mentoring takes you deeper into living the mindfulness teachings and gives you more interactive, personalized support on the path than classes/workshops. Through small group meetings, we focus on applying mindfulness teachings and practices holistically in your life. Together, we explore how you might practice and be with whatever circumstances are arising - life’s joys, challenges, and sorrows.

Think of the mentoring group as a supportive community of spiritual friends with a mentor holding space - helping you to shift out of stories and identify what you’re believing, and bring it all to the present moment where your true power is. Group members support one another to practice presence in increasingly challenging areas of life. The mentoring group is designed for people to reflect, connect, and deepen their mindfulness practice while in community with others.

The emphasis is on the your overall growth and development as a mindful practitioner, rather than the specific outcomes of a coaching relationship.

What You Get

  • Small group mentoring sessions with me and an ongoing community of kindred spirit co-participants

  • A safe, confidential, inspiring, inclusive, judgment-free space

  • A deeper, personalized dive into applying powerful mindfulness tools and techniques in your life

  • Me holding space to bring forth your inner wisdom - validating, inspiring, connecting dots

  • Downloadable resource sheets to support your work

  • Access to my private library of instructional, inspiring, and meditative videos

  • My expertise as a trained mindfulness teacher/mentor combined with the wisdom of the group

How It Works

  • Sessions take place over Zoom

  • The group meets for a certain period of time (i.e. 4 months) and can be continued beyond that time if desired

  • Group composition generally remains consistent during that time frame

  • There is time for everyone to check-in/share (and it’s okay to opt-out)

  • A meeting may be focused on a particular topic or determined by what’s live for group member(s) at the time

  • Meetings incorporate guided self-reflections, and certain practices may be suggested in-between sessions

  • Communicating in-between sessions is decided upon by the group

  • Customized mindfulness tools, guided practices, and strategies are offered to help you cultivate ease, peace, focus, and authenticity.

1:1 Mindfulness Coaching

Description

The coaching relationship is entered into with a particular outcome in mind - such as positive change in a certain area of life or movement toward a particular aspiration.

Develop your mindfulness toolbox along with your ability to apply these valuable skills to everyday living. Learn to access presence and inner wisdom, and harness their power to enhance your calm, focus, resilience, relationships, and sense of well-being. Mindfulness coaching offers a deeper, more personalized dive into living the skills we strengthen through meditation practice, by extending mindful awareness “off the cushion” and into daily life.

What You Get

  • 60-minute 1:1 private coaching session(s) with me

  • A safe, confidential, inspiring, judgment-free space to create the results you want

  • A deeper, personalized dive into applying powerful mindfulness tools and techniques in your life

  • Me holding space for you with a defined agenda - to move from A to B - by encouraging and guiding you to accomplish more than you would on your own

  • Initial discovery session to review aspirations and obstacles included with multi-session packages

  • Downloadable resource sheets to support your work

  • Access to my private library of instructional, inspiring, and meditative videos

  • My expertise as a trained mindfulness teacher/mentor coupled with your expertise in being you

  • Choose a single session or packages of 4 or 10 sessions

How It Works

  • Our sessions take place over Zoom or Skype

  • Meetings are scheduled on a regular basis - weekly, biweekly, or monthly

  • A coaching agenda is co-created to meet your specific needs

  • Customized mindfulness tools, guided practices, and strategies are offered to help you align with your intentions/aspirations

  • You create an interactive Google doc for setting your intentions and sharing with me your takeaways from each session. The document allows you to remember what we cover in our sessions, and to have everything in one place.

  • In between sessions, I respond to your takeaways in the same document.

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self-paced online course

TESTIMONIALS

  • “Susan has made a powerful impact at a time when so many people are struggling with stress, uncertainty and a loss of connection with themselves and others. Susan’s programs have been a respite for me. Her sessions gave me the tools to make it through some of life’s most challenging situations."

    Kim S.

  • "As a psychologist, I recognize the value of Susan's work. From speaking with others, I know that the sessions have served as a reliable resource to help navigate life and stress. The classes help people learn how to ease their burdens, and how to enrich and potentially save their lives."

    Barbara L.

  • “My participation quickly and positively changed my life. Susan's instruction combines a wonderful blend of spirituality and practicality that has benefited me in so many ways.”

    Ellen G.

  • "Over these last 4 years of Zoom meditation sessions, you have taken me through a lot of challenges. When I am not connected through technology, it is your voice I hear. It takes me to a place of focus, peace and presence. For this I am grateful."

    Lori L.

  • "Susan creates a safe haven for us at a time when there is a mental health crisis in our country. Her classes offer a safe harbor."

    Tracy B.

  • "Thanks so much! Today's class literally moved me to tears! I felt so much love it was overwhelming!"

    Course participant

  • "Susan's sessions are rejuvenating, educational, insightful, and full of understanding and compassion - very valuable to the heart, spirit, and mind."

    Pixi M.

  • "Coming together as a group to share in Susan’s insights and to support one another has been life-changing for so many. We are a kinder, more mindful and more loving community for being a part of Susan’s programs…and this has a ripple effect."

    Kim S.

  • "It is clear that you are making a significant impact on the lives of the community members who attend your program! The things people say during the programs about how they have used the tools you have taught them, and how they see things in different lights now are wonderful to hear."

    Librarian, Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library

  • "Susan's mindfulness course made me realize that every daily activity is an opportunity to be present. Presence and peace are just one deep breath away. I am so grateful to Susan for sharing her kind wisdom. The course continues to change my life on a daily basis."

    Patti C.

  • I am utterly amazed by how these sessions have brought me different perspectives on experiencing and managing life. You are most definitely fulfilling your purpose on earth. These sessions have been wonderful.

    Annette O.

  • "Susan has a soothing voice and explains exercises clearly and thoroughly. She has a calm and gentle presence and teaches with a thoughtful, relaxed pace. She is very good at breaking things down so they're easy to understand."

    Course participant

  • "Susan's mindfulness sessions are teaching me to release the past and live in the present. In the present, at this moment in time, is where true happiness is! Mindfulness practice allows me to be more compassionate to myself, family, and others."

    Kim K.

  • "Susan's warm, gentle, reassuring, empathic approach, paired with vast information and experience is very effective. The mindfulness techniques include various ways to cope with life's challenges, with guidance suggesting how to individualize as needed."

    Barbara L.

  • "I'd meditated daily for a while but was having trouble staying with it during some big life transitions. Susan's program is just what I needed to get back to daily meditation, especially because of Susan's teaching style."

    Course participant

  • "I can honestly say that attending these regular sessions have allowed me to become a more calm, appreciative, and compassionate person - able to more fully enjoy the "non-tangible" moments in life."

    Joe F.

  • "You seem to be able to drop my anxieties to zero. You are teaching me to observe my inner beast rather than battle it. And this beast that drones on about my failings and fears is not very nice. It causes me to lose sleep frequently between 2 and 4 am, which also makes me sleepy during the day. I am so grateful for your sessions."

    Heidi K.

Mindful clutter Coaching

i can help you to…

  • Create a structure and plan for your clutter clearing journey

  • Know where to begin and what to leave for last so it won’t slow you down

  • Discover the emotional roots of your clutter so you can clear it at the very source

  • Hone your ability to discern how objects in your home affect your energy

  • Keep going when you get stuck, lose momentum, or feel overwhelmed

  • Create releasing ceremonies to let go of sentimental and inherited objects honorably

  • Experience spaciousness and clarity, and make room for wonderful, new possibilities to come into your life

  • Figure out where/how to donate, sell, or get rid of your stuff

  • Experience clutter clearing as an empowering, transformational process

what you get

  • Me taking you step-by-step through the entire clutter clearing journey or targeting a specific area or category

  • Initial discovery session and action plan included with multi-session packages

  • 1:1 private coaching session(s) with me

  • A safe, inspiring, judgment-free space to create the results you want

  • Guided "inner journeys" to discover what is at the heart of your clutter and what you want to make space for

  • Downloadable questionnaires and resources to deepen your decluttering journey

  • Access to recorded video lessons

  • Email check-ins to share progress, successes, challenges, goals, and insights

  • Tips for photographing sentimental objects prior to releasing them, or let me photograph them for you

  • Feng shui tips

How It Works

  • Our sessions take place over Zoom and/or FaceTime

  • Meetings are scheduled on a regular basis or as needed

  • An action plan is co-created to help you achieve your specific goals

  • We use an interactive Google doc for setting your intentions and sharing takeaways and goals from each session. The document allows you to remember what we cover in our sessions and to have everything in one place.

PHOTOGRAPHY SERVICES

Customized Photography Session

Capture the essence of who you are with a personalized portrait or event photography session. I believe that every moment tells a story, and your portraits should reflect your unique journey. My sessions focus on creating a collaborative environment where your personality shines through, resulting in exquisite images that honor your individuality. Book your photography session today, and let’s co-create timeless art that you’ll cherish forever. I also photograph heirlooms, art work, and other personal possessions, to support your decluttering and artistic projects!

1:1 nature photography MENTORING

Focus primarily on technical and composition skills and/or integrating mindfulness, and learn to capture moments that convey your inner vision. Mindful photography goes beyond seeing and creating pleasing images; it’s about how you relate to the present moment. A mindful photography practice fosters focus, presence, patience, beginner’s mind, seeing beyond forms, and heart qualities such as caring, connection, and gratitude.

CLUTTER CLEARING Photography

Honor the memories your possessions represent while freeing yourself from the physical burden. I provide professional quality images of personal or family heirlooms, gifts, children’s art work, your own art, or other items/collections you want to remember but don’t want to take up space in your home. Perhaps you want items photographed to sell online or to make it easier for you to release them. Either way, photographing objects can be a powerful tool for releasing sentimental clutter.