We’re all susceptible to periods of high stress, low mood, increased worries and even burnout. Oftentimes when we are chronically stressed, there can be an impact on our physical health, and vice versa. Enter the Soul Strength Approach for ALL, where services are designed to support the whole person in feeling well.

About our Groups

Trauma-Informed Group Exercise

Our movement groups blend resilience skills via mindfulness, grounding and other evidence-based therapeutic practices with healthy movement that might include cycling, strength and aerobic conditioning, stretching or yoga. Each group is trauma-informed by design. Safety, empowerment, and choice guide everything we do. All movement groups are structured to help participants stay within their window of tolerance, with invitations (not directives), adaptable movements, and clear guidance so you can move at your own pace.

Indoor Cycling

Cycling at Soul Strength VT is not about performance or intensity (unless of course you want it to be… because that’s the point- YOU choose what feels good). What we really strive for is using rhythmic, intentional movement to support nervous-system regulation, emotional resilience, and mental wellbeing. These groups combine indoor cycling with evidence-based stress management practices, grounding techniques, and psychoeducation (aka interesting information!) — all within a supportive, choice-based environment. These are not high-pressure spin classes (not throwing shade on those, just not us!). There is no yelling, no competition, and no expectation to “push through.” Nor is this group therapy. Instead we focus on resilience skills, internal awareness and focusing on what matters to us, together as a supportive community.

Wellness Workshops & Support Groups

We offer rotating workshops on stress management, health behavior change, mindfulness, self-care foundations, and other integrative topics. We also offer rotating support groups for specific populations ranging from young adults managing the “quarter life crisis” to parents managing the grind that is parenthood embedded in hustle culture, and everyone in between. All workshop and group participants leave with practical tools they can use in everyday life.

Group Offerings are For Anyone Seeking….

• Stress reduction and emotional regulation

• Community connection

• An approachable and accessible entry point into movement (regarding movement groups only!)

• Tools for managing burnout, low mood, or anxiety

• Support while navigating chronic health conditions

• A way to care for mind and body together

 Specializing in the crossover between mental and physical health.

I became interested in this “crossover” work shortly after graduating from college. After a sedentary (and anxious) few years, I decided to take up jogging. And after just a few days, I noticed how good I felt- not only in my body, but in my head as well. Exercise led to better eating habits, which led to better sleep, and on and on. I loved how these habits provided me with a physical sense of well being, on top of boosting my self esteem and confidence. Additionally, I found movement to be a perfect outlet for mindfulness practice.

I loved learning about the connections between mental, physical and social health. Having already started my career in community mental health, I thought, why not focus on “all” instead of focusing on “one”? I decided to pursue two graduate degrees- one in Mental Health Counseling and Behavioral Medicine, and the other in Health Sciences-as well as training in exercise science, allowing me to better understand the biopsychosocial connection, and work with people to achieve greater health and well being.

I find it to be amazing that in some cases, we can transform our mental health simply by engaging in healthy behaviors. And likewise, I’m amazed at the healing power of mindfulness and other therapeutic practices when it comes to our physical health needs.

Enter the Soul Strength Philosophy

Soul Strength VT is rooted in the idea that mental and physical health form one, integrated system. Our approach draws from fields of Behavioral Medicine, Health Sciences, Mind-Body Research, and Trauma-Informed Care. We believe:

• Movement, community and support are powerful catalysts for healing and change

• People thrive when given tools and choice

• Every person deserves a space to feel safe, seen and supported