Workshops & Trainings

  • As a leader in the field of holistic and functional psychotherapy, I teach clinicians how to integrate nervous system modalities into therapy sessions in order to assist with emotional regulation, improve focus and attention, and ultimately create more meaningful therapy sessions. I cover an array of topics, which include:

    • Best practices for grounding emotionally overstimulated patients who struggle to calm down (including those who may be resistant to meditation)

    • Why we cannot have a healthy mind without a healthy body

    • Tips and tools to assist clients in integrating and optimizing their mind-body-brain connection

    • The neuroscience and anatomy of proper breathing mechanics for breathwork practices

    • How to create lasting neurological rewiring and behavior change 

  • Whether you’re planning a one-time lunch and learn or a multi-day program, I will create a tailored session for your employees, providing them with practical skills and tools to they can implement easily into every day life. Past topics have included: time management, habit change, finding balance and calm in the workplace, and how to improve focus, attention, and energy. Events can occur virtually or in-person, and I will work with you to create a customized plan depending on the size and needs of your group. 

    Past topics have included:

    • Time management

    • Habit change

    • Finding balance and calm in the workplace

    • How to improve focus, attention, and energy

  • Discover how integrating nervous system work into your practice can promote your patient’s healing, resilience, and overall well-being. These dynamic sessions empower medical doctors, physical therapists, registered dieticians, and athletic trainers with practical tools and techniques to seamlessly incorporate nervous system interventions into your existing protocols.

Workshop & Training Testimonials

  • “The Beyond Basics physical therapy team had the amazing opportunity of learning from Elyse. She presented on the importance of integrating mental health and nervous system training with physical therapy for various chronic pain and women's health conditions. We have seen how well our patients have healed using this holistic approach in combination with the physical therapy our practice offers, which can be so life changing for many of them!"

    — Amy Stein, Founder and Owner of Beyond Basics

  • “Elyse led a dynamic, interactive, and informative presentation for the NYU Counseling and Wellness Staff Trauma Team. Elyse guided our team of clinicians through various body-based techniques that focus on helping regulate the nervous system. The skills we learned in this presentation are fantastic additions to our clinical skillset, particularly in our work with clients with trauma histories. Additionally, the techniques Elyse taught us will be extremely helpful tools in promoting our own wellness as clinicians, and preventing chronic fatigue and burnout. I highly recommend Elyse's presentation to folks both in and outside the clinical field!"

    — Colleen MacPhee, LCSW at NYU Counseling Department

  • “The Mind-Body workshops that Elyse Schunkewitz held for the D.C. Bar were a fabulous addition to our well-being programming. Ms. Schunkewitz’s warm connection with participants and her clear and supportive communication style created an environment for positive learning and body awareness. D.C. Bar members and staff found the neuroscience-based exercises and techniques particularly effective in lowering stress and improving performance – a winning combination for demanding legal careers."

    — Denise J. Perme, LICSW, Associate Director at the DC Bar

  • “Elyse’s presentation was awesome and super unique! She gave a workshop to local NYC therapists and other mental health providers around integrating principles of neurobiology and functional medicine into therapeutic work with clients. She was relatable, professional, engaging, and extremely informative. This was one of the best personations I have experienced in this type of setting. The crowd was eager to learn more and felt safe asking questions and immersing themselves in the experience. Her presentation was extremely easy to digest and kept us wanting to learn more. Ten out of ten from me.”

    — Roya Shojaee, Newport Healthcare

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