Inspirational Keynote Speaker, Gretchen Wood Lakshmi works with individuals and organizations to illuminate ways to promote self-care, connection, and restoration so they can heal their trauma and thrive in the world.
She mentors with passion, guiding her clients to effectively embody their authentic nature. To book a talk/demonstration, a workshop, or to learn more about Gretchen's work, please use the contact form.
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View Some of Gretchen's Past Presentations
Below are descriptions of some of the presentations she has given at various venues. Click the buttons below to view.
Emotional Intelligence & Self-Regulation
Meadville Family YMCA, 2025
An introduction designed to help early learning staff understand their own stress responses, reconnect with their bodies, and model emotional steadiness for the children in their care.
- Regulate before you relate
- Emotions are messengers, not problems
Trauma & the Body
Regional Trauma Conference, 2023
The Physiology of Trauma & Healing with Somatic Experiences: Describes the nervous system and polyvagal theory as it relates to trauma and the body. Offers an optional somatic practice called EFT with descriptions.
- Nervous system regulation is biological
- Activation order matters w/ polyvagal theory
*This presentation had the highest attendance of the entire conference that year.
Real Self-Care
Carelon Regional Conference, Keynote Speaker, 2023
A simple and essential look at the importance of self-care and the many ways it keeps us healthy. Expresses how self-care can improve the overall quality of life and bring more peace and connection into our daily lives.
- More than just a spa day, it's daily habits
- Self-care isn't selfish, it's essential
Somatic-Based Experiential Storytelling for Trauma
Regional Trauma Conference, 2021
Research shows us that storytelling activates multiple areas of the brain and sensory systems. Many clients today are turning towards modern spirituality to find fulfillment. It is up to us as therapists, healers, and guides to support their journey safely. Storytelling presents a unique option.
- Explores somatic & storytelling experiences
- Use of spiritual beliefs to accelerate healing