Alchemy Forest
The Vagal Tone Masterclass
Neuro-Biological Leadership & Culture Training
I lead this 60-minute intensive training for leaders, managers, and HR professionals who recognize that sustainable high performance is built on a biological foundation. In this session, I move beyond general wellness theory to provide a technical deep-dive into the Autonomic Nervous System and the science of 'Vagal Tone'.
I teach you how to read the physiological data of your team—identifying the markers of stress and 'functional freeze' before they impact decision-making, creativity, or emotional intelligence.
By increasing the biological literacy of your leadership, I help you establish a high-performance culture where self-regulation is a strategic asset. You will walk away with a scientific framework to manage both your own physiology and the collective energy of your team, ensuring that high-stakes work is performed from a state of grounded authority rather than reactive survival mode.
The Science of Leadership:
Effective leadership requires a regulated Vagus Nerve. In this session, I move beyond "stress management" and dive into the neurobiology of the Autonomic Nervous System. Using clinical-grade slides and biological data, I teach the team how to identify the physiological markers of burnout before they impact the bottom line.
By increasing the "Biological Literacy" of your team, I help you achieve:
- Enhanced Executive Function: I show you how a regulated nervous system processes information faster and with greater accuracy.
- Biological Team Synchronization: I provide tools to foster 'Ventral Vagal' environments that naturally improve trust and collaborative output.
-Resilience-Based Management: I equip you with the knowledge to identify and mitigate the early physiological signs of burnout within your department.
60-Minute Masterclass & Training
I provide a technical framework to understand that every nervous system is unique. While a high-intensity 'push' or strict framework might drive peak performance in one employee, that same micromanagement can trigger a 'freeze' response in another, causing them to biologically shut down. I explain these different types of neural responses so you can identify who needs a push to excel and who needs trust and autonomy to stay productive. By understanding these variations, you will know exactly how to lead different individuals without triggering their biological stress-response
Investment: €450 per session
The Bio-Break
Biological Maintenance for High-Performance Team
This is a high-impact, 15-minute intervention designed specifically for the desk-bound professional. When you sit in one position for hours, your body enters a state of 'postural fatigue' that physically locks your nervous system into a stress response, draining your focus.
This is your daily maintenance tool. In just 15 minutes, I lead the team through targeted somatic movements to release the tension in your eyes, neck, and psoas—the areas most damaged by screen work. There is no need to change clothes or leave your chair; it is a quick, direct reset that clears digital fatigue and restores the energy you need to finish your workday effectively.
The Science of the Reset:
Mental clarity is impossible when the body is holding onto the physical tension of a high-pressure workday. In my work, I utilize targeted somatic movements and Vagus nerve stimulation to "unlock" the nervous system from the sitting position and restore the brain’s spatial awareness.
By regulating the biology of the team, I help you achieve:
- Elimination of "Digital Fatigue": Utilizing ocular resets and cranial nerve stimulation to refresh the brain after prolonged screen time.
- Instant Physical Relief: Targeting the neck, shoulders, and psoas to release the structural tension caused by desk-bound work.
- Rapid Stress Discharge: Shifting the body out of a "wired" state to prevent the afternoon productivity crash and restore calm focus.
15–20 Minute Online Session
Session Logistics: The Virtual Desk-Reset
The Bio-Break is designed to be a seamless 'plug-and-play' intervention that fits into even the busiest corporate schedules. Because the goal is immediate maintenance, I have optimized this session for maximum efficiency with zero setup required.
Online (Virtual Desk-Based):
This 15-minute session is conducted entirely via Zoom or Microsoft Teams. Participants join directly from their workstations—no special equipment, no yoga mats, and no change of clothes are required. You stay in your work attire and participate from your desk chair.
What Happens in 15 Minutes:
Chair-Based Somatics: We use targeted movements to release the 'sitting muscles' (psoas, neck, and shoulders) without needing to lie down.
Ocular Reset: I guide the team through specific eye exercises, including 'turning away from the screen' to look at a distant wall or window, to physically break the digital fatigue loop.
Standing Micro-Regulation: We may incorporate brief standing movements to restore blood flow and stimulate the Vagus nerve, requiring only a small space behind your chair.
Focused Breathwork: We conclude with a brief, high-impact breathing sequence to clear 'brain fog' and return to work with sharp cognitive focus
Investment: €150 per session
The Neuro-Somatic Deep Reset
Biological Optimization for High-Performance Teams
While daily maintenance handles surface-level fatigue, the Deep Reset is designed to address the stress that has become physically trapped in the muscle tissues and nervous system over time. When a team is under constant pressure, the body loses its ability to 'turn off' the fight-or-flight response, leading to a permanent state of biological depletion.
In this singular, high-impact session, I use the TRE® (Tension & Trauma Releasing Exercises) method to activate the body’s natural neurogenic reflex. This is a physiological shaking mechanism that mechanically 'offloads' the accumulated survival load from the body. By the end of this 45-minute session, the team is moved out of 'survival mode' and back into a state of biological homeostasis, immediately restoring their capacity for high-level focus and collaborative problem-solving.
The Compounding Effect of Bi-Weekly Practice
While a singular session provides an immediate systemic reboot, the true strategic value lies in consistency. When performed on a bi-weekly basis, this protocol begins to re-train the nervous system’s 'elasticity.' By regularly discharging the survival load every two weeks, we prevent stress from ever reaching the point of burnout. This consistent maintenance shifts the team’s biological baseline, meaning they develop the long-term stamina to handle high-pressure cycles and intense deadlines with sustained cognitive clarity and without the typical 'post-project crash
The Science of Productivity:
- Sustainable Stamina: Regularly clearing the 'survival load' prevents the accumulation of physical fatigue that leads to long-term absenteeism.
- Neural Plasticity: Consistent Vagus nerve stimulation improves emotional regulation and high-speed problem-solving under pressure.
- Systemic Health: Lowering the baseline cortisol levels across the department creates a more stable, focused, and collaborative work environment.
45-Minute In-Person or Online Session
Session Logistics: In-Person & Online
"Whether delivered in your Dublin office or via a secure Zoom/Teams link, the Deep Reset is a fully guided somatic experience. I ensure that every participant—whether on a mat in front of me or joining from home—is safely supported through the process.
In-Person (On-Site):
I come to your office to lead the team in a dedicated space. We begin with a grounding meditation to settle the mind, followed by the TRE® sequence on yoga mats in comfortable clothing. This is not yoga; there are no complex poses. It is a guided physical process of 'shaking' to release tension, concluding with a deep integration and relaxation period. I am there to physically monitor and adjust the pace for the group.
Online (Virtual Studio):
"The virtual session is just as impactful. Participants join from a quiet space with enough room for a yoga mat. I monitor up to 10 people via high-definition video to ensure safety and proper technique. I guide the team through the same neurogenic shaking process, providing real-time feedback and verbal cues. The session follows the same structure: Grounding → TRE® Activation → Guided Relaxation, leaving the team feeling profoundly reset and focused without leaving their homes
Investment: From €250 per session