Hi I’m Dani

“I understand because I’ve been there.”

I’m a Nervous System Coach & Grief Specialist. I’ve studied the mind-body connection and helped people navigate emotional change for more than 15 years, with training in integrative bodywork, neurofeedback, nervous system regulation, trauma-sensitive Clinical EFT, and Advanced Grief Recovery Methods.

This work is very personal for me, too. I’ve experienced significant loss and trauma in my own life, and a nervous system injury(dysautonomia); I had to use what I had learned in a very real way, retraining my brain and body to find my way back to functioning. Those experiences deepened my understanding of what it takes to recover, adapt, and rebuild when life completely changes.

Today, I work with adults navigating anxiety, overwhelm, heartbreak, grief, loss, and major life changes that can be difficult to process. I offer a place to safely feel, process what you’ve been through, reconnect with resilience, and find the way forward.

I live in Humboldt County, California, where I spend my time in nature, with friends, eating good food, and probably enjoying science fiction.

Credentials & Experience

My training and experience include:

Massage & Bodywork
Yoga Teacher
Laughter Yoga Teacher
Breathwork Facilitator
Herbal Medicine
Neurofeedback & Biofeedback Technician
Clinical EFT Practitioner
Grief Recovery Method® Advanced Specialist
Solutions-Focused Coach

I have spent the past 15 years studying and practicing approaches to physical and emotional regulation, grief recovery, behavior change, and nervous-system health.

My training includes somatic touch therapies and coaching, trauma-informed and gentle Clinical EFT, the Grief Recovery Method, transformative breathwork and laughter yoga, yoga, massage, herbal medicine, neurofeedback, and other trauma-sensitive approaches.

Clinical EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques) A gentle, structured method that regulates the nervous system and shifts emotional patterns at their source. I use Clinical EFT to reduce stress, ease emotional overwhelm, and create rapid, sustainable change.
Grief Recovery Method® A practical, evidence-based approach to grief that resolves unresolved emotional pain from loss — without requiring you to relive or over-analyze the past.
Somatic Coaching A body-based approach that builds awareness of sensation, emotion, and nervous system responses. This work develops safety, regulation, and the ability to respond to life with choice rather than automatic reaction.
Belief & Pattern Work (NLP & Core Transformation) A structured, inside-out method that works directly with self-concept, internal representations, and subconscious patterns. I use this approach to update limiting beliefs, resolve inner conflicts, and create precise, lasting change at the root level.
Certified Clinical EFT Practitioner — EFT Universe / EFT International
Accredited NLP Master Practitioner — iNLP Center
Grief Recovery Method Specialist — Grief Recovery International
Laughter Yoga Leader — Laughter Yoga International
LENS Neurofeedback Technician — Ochs Labs
Massage and Bodywork Therapist — Arcata School of Massage
15 years in somatic and bodywork practice / 6 years coaching
Non-certification, continuing education.
Smart Body, Smart Mind: 12-Week Training on Polyvagal Theory & Somatic Regulation – Irene Lyon
8-Week Tapping Out of Trauma Training – with Craig Weiner & Suzanne Foegol for Trauma-Sensitive EFT
Trauma & Memory Course: Somatic Experiencing® Skills – Peter Levine, Ph.D.
The Breathing Gym: Brain-Based Breathing Strategies – Eric Cobb, DC
2-Day Grief Treatment Certification Course – Rev. Dr. Joy Samuels, LPC-MHSP, NCC
Social Anxiety & Perfectionism: Clinical Tools – Dr. Martin M. Antony
Grief Therapy Advanced Certification Course – Multiple Expert Instructors
2-Day Certified Clinical Trauma Professional Training – J. Eric Gentry, PhD, LMHC, DAAETS, FAAETS, CCTP

GETTING STARTED

The first step is easy:

Let’s chat.

Your first step is simple. Schedule a complimentary 20-minute video call to talk about what is bringing you here, what you'd like support with, and any questions you have.

See if we’re a good fit.

This is a chance for us to get to know each other and see whether my approach and the support I offer feel right for you. There is no pressure to continue.

We’ll make a plan.

If it feels like a good fit, we’ll determine the best way to support you and create a plan based on what you need and where you are now.

Book a Consultation with Dani

Frequently Asked Questions

Still have questions? Take a look at the full FAQ page or reach out anytime.

All clients begin with a Free Connection Call. This is a 20-minute Zoom conversation where we discuss your situation, my process, and determine if we are a mutual fit. There is no obligation to book.
No. This is Grief Recovery and Nervous System-Informed Coaching, not psychotherapy.
We focus on resolving unresolved grief, emotional patterns, and life transitions using structured, evidence-based and somatic approaches such as EFT and Inner Work coaching.
If you are in acute distress or require clinical diagnosis or treatment, I can help refer you to appropriate mental health services.
Clinical EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques) is an evidence-informed method that uses tapping on acupressure points while focusing on emotional experiences to help reduce stress activation.
Somatic regulation refers to practices that support the nervous system in settling from states of stress or overwhelm so you can think more clearly and respond more effectively.
The Grief Recovery Method® is a structured, evidence-based program designed to help individuals process unresolved grief and complete the emotional aspects of loss.
It follows a specific step-by-step process focused on identifying and addressing unexpressed emotions related to a person, pet, or significant life change.
Yes. Because my services are delivered virtually, I work with clients both locally in California and internationally. All you need is a private space and a stable internet connection.
This type of work is deeply personal and is a commitment. The free connection call ensures my approach is a good fit for your needs and helps determine the most appropriate program for you.
I focus on the underlying emotional patterns, stress responses, and internal narratives that drive how people think, feel, and behave. This allows change to be more stable and lasting, rather than temporary or surface-level.
My work combines nervous-system-informed coaching with evidence-based methods to support real, lasting changes that people can feel in their daily lives.