Ojai, California

Lauren Dollie Duke, an author, educator, entrepreneur, and community activist, has been a relentless force in her community for over twenty years. Her role as a Yoga teacher and Somatic Experiencing Practitioner is not just about the BodyMind Continuum but also about fostering a sense of community and social change. With a Master's degree in Psychology and invaluable mentorship from leading traumatologists such as Bessel van der Kolk, Peter A. Levine, and Stephen Porges, Lauren's debut Memoir: "Sh!thouse," published in January 2022, is a testament to her unwavering commitment to addressing generational trauma. She is working on her second book about healing generational wounds, furthering her mission to inspire change.