Nicole Bender | Mind Body Breath

Hi, I’m Nicole.

After twenty years as a trauma therapist, I’ve learned one thing above all else: the body remembers exactly what the mind tries to forget.

My foundation was built on trauma psychotherapy, EMDR, and compassionate inquiry, but my work shifted profoundly when I discovered conscious connected breathwork. Despite all my training, it was through my own breath that I finally reached the stubborn, untouched layers of my own trauma—those quiet, heavy places where words simply couldn’t go. That experience changed everything for me, leaving me feeling empowered and knowing that, through my breath, I could find the answers within myself.

Working with the breath, I weave these modalities together to meet you exactly where you are. We’ll work at your pace to dismantle old patterns and release stored stress that’s been holding you back. My focus isn’t on helping you cope with trauma; it’s about helping you integrate it so you can move forward with genuine clarity. I don’t just offer these tools—I offer a path I’ve walked myself.

Beyond one-to-one work, I’ve spent years facilitating various groups in both the corporate world and the community. I’ve seen firsthand that a shared experience is more than just a gathering; it’s a space for profound healing. There is a quiet courage that emerges when we witness one another’s truths. In these spaces, we bridge the gap between isolation and belonging, remembering that we are truly not alone.