a 6-week course to help you feel calmer, clearer and more in control again
Coming Soon: Finding Your Way Back to Calm
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, anxious, constantly on edge, or simply exhausted from trying to keep going… this course offers a different way.
I created this work from my own experience of overwhelm - and from navigating a chronic health diagnosis back in 2016, which left me feeling depleted disconnected and searching for something that could truly support my body, not just push through it.
What I found was that real change didn’t come from doing more, but from learning how to slow down, listen and work with my nervous system rather than against it.
This 6-week course is a gentle, supportive space to do exactly that - to reconnect with your body, begin to feel steady again and find your way back to a calmer, more balanced state.
Beginning 29th April 2026.
week one
We begin by gently reconnecting with the body.
Many of us live primarily in our minds, often disconnected from the signals our body is constantly giving us. In this first week we begin to rebuild that awareness. Through simple grounding practices and breath awareness, you will begin to notice patterns of tension, holding and stress within the body. This week lays the foundation for the journey ahead.
You will explore:
• body awareness and interoception
• noticing where stress is held
• grounding practices to settle the nervous system
• simple breath techniques to support regulation
week two
In week two we explore how the nervous system responds to stress and pressure.
You will begin to understand the difference between states of regulation and survival, and how your body naturally moves between these states.
With this awareness comes the ability to respond to stress more gently and effectively.
You will explore:
• how stress impacts the nervous system
• recognising early signs of overwhelm
• practices that support regulation
• building awareness of your personal stress patterns
week three
Stress and emotional experiences are often stored within the body. In this week we introduce gentle somatic movement and breath practices that support the body in releasing patterns of holding and tension.
As the body begins to soften, it often becomes easier for the mind to settle too.
You will explore:
• gentle somatic movement
• releasing patterns of physical tension
• breath practices that support emotional regulation
• creating space for the body to unwind
week four
As the body begins to feel safer, we can gradually expand our capacity to stay present with sensations and emotions without becoming overwhelmed.
This week focuses on building resilience and stability within the nervous system.
You will explore:
• creating a stronger sense of internal safety
• practices that build nervous system capacity
• staying present with sensations and emotions
• developing greater resilience to stress
week five
In week five we begin to bring the practices into daily life.
You will learn how to recognise the early signs of stress and respond with the tools you have developed throughout the course. Small changes in awareness can lead to powerful shifts in how we move through life.
You will explore:
• recognising stress patterns in daily life
• applying somatic tools in real situations
• building supportive habits that nurture regulation
• strengthening your relationship with your body
week six
In our final week we bring everything together. You will deepen your understanding of your nervous system and leave with a collection of simple practices that you can return to whenever life becomes overwhelming.
This week focuses on integration and continuing the journey beyond the course.
You will explore:
• integrating the tools you have learned
• developing a personal regulation toolkit
• building a sustainable relationship with calm
• moving forward with greater awareness and resilience
Client Reviews
“I have been to Annas Half Day Retreats before and was always blown away with the experience and the professionalism. I have so much respect for Anna as she is a wealth of knowledge. The 8 weeks course has been incredible , I can't think which week was my favourite as all were wonderful and I felt completely different in my energy after. But I think the first week bought so much emotion to the surface that I didn't realise I was holding and then another week towards the end when we did more of the breathing and movement I really released something that felt heavy. I felt my body was lighter and less tense. Having the recordings to go back to is a lifeline to me and definitely tools I know I need to use regularly for my mental health and in the comfort of my own home. I would highly recommend Anna”
Jennifer
“I’ve just finished Anna’s somatic course online and it’s been such an enlightening experience. I really loved how supported I’ve felt through the course, and how Anna has helped me feel so safe as she navigated us through some emotional content. She holds the space so well for everyone and makes it look effortless even though holding such a space for people online must be a real skill. I have learnt so much about somatic healing and have really enjoyed learning more about myself - and thinking where to take this learning now. I would highly recommend this course to anyone thinking about it. Thank you Anna!”
Jo
“The restoring rhythm and balance course with Anna was absolutely fantastic. The techniques that Anna taught us will now be a part of my everyday life. Anna has a truly natural style in delivering her work making you feel very comfortable. You can feel how passionate she is about what she does. I would strongly recommend this course. Thank you Anna!”
Stephen