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R&B: Cultivate Holistic Trauma Recovery Practices 💌

Updated: Oct 6



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There is an increasing body of research highlighting the profound impact of contemplative practices—such as mindfulness, meditation, yoga, breathwork, and compassion-based techniques—on managing trauma responses like fight, flight, freeze, and fawn. These responses are natural reactions to perceived threats, but when they persist beyond the moment of danger, they can become maladaptive. 


Sandrine Harris and Vamsi Koneru are returning to Copper Beech in the New Year to offer their annual weekend retreat, Understanding and Healing Trauma through Mindfulness, Embodiment and Connection. This retreat offers a nurturing space where participants can engage in experiential practices, share and discuss insights, and immerse themselves in engaged learning, all aimed at deepening the work of compassionate healing.


By cultivating self-awareness, emotional regulation, and a sense of safety, these practices assist individuals in holistic trauma recovery. Join us to deepen your understanding of trauma and enhance your ability to support yourself and others. Your journey towards healing and well-being starts here. 


Understanding and Healing Trauma through Mindfulness, Embodiment and Connection


Weekend Retreat with Sandrine Harris and Vamsi Koneru, PhD

Friday, January 17th at 5pm-Sunday, January 19th at 1pm


IDEAL FOR: For individuals looking to lay groundwork for being with your and others, lived experience with more compassionate knowledge.    


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IMPORTANT NOTICE: Since 2012, Copper Beech Institute has offered space for reflection, connection, and transformation through mindfulness practice. In 2022, we deepened our compassionate action, dedicating ourselves more specifically to healing racial injustice and creating a greater sense of belonging for people of color in our programming.

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In 2025, due to funding challenges, we reached a point of completion—the sunset of our organization. While Copper Beech is closing, the work of racial justice and mindfulness continues. This moment brings many emotions, yet it also offers us the opportunity to honor all that has been, and to close this chapter with the same love and intention with which it began while applying our efforts beyond the bounds of the institute.

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We invite you to visit our blog to witness the impact of our last two years and beyond, and to explore our website as a reflection of all we offered. Final programming for Copper Beech Institute ceased in June 2025, and the office officially closed as of October 2025.

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