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KAREN PETEL
KAREN
PETEL
20009
Washington, DC
USA 
Additional locations: Southeastern New England, USA
Phone: +1 2029972701
Email: nervoussystemstudio@gmail.com
Website: https://www.nervoussystemstudio.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nervoussystemstudio_dc/
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I'm an internationally certified Breathwork Facilitator specializing in trauma-informed conscious connected breathwork and mentor to breathwork students. I have a GPBA-Certified 450-Hour Breathwork Facilitator Training Certificate, along with certifications in restorative breathwork, ADHD coaching, Neuroscience and Neuroplasticity. Before this rewarding work, I spent 25+ years in high-pressure strategic communications, an experience that taught me firsthand what chronic nervous system dysregulation looks like. I came to breathwork as a burned-out skeptic carrying anxiety, chronic pain, and exhaustion. When I discovered conscious connected breathing, it felt like someone had told me a secret none of my 14 doctors had mentioned. That personal journey shapes how I hold space for my clients. I'm an avid student of nervous system science, somatic techniques and embodiment practices, drawn to evidence over trends and depth over quick fixes.  

Pranayama, Somatic Breath, Heart coherent breathing
Clients: One-to-One, Groups, Online, Retreats
Personally practicing breathwork since: 2024
Certified practitioner since: 2025
Training hours undertaken: 480
Certified trainer since: 2025
HOW I WORK:

I work with people who are exhausted from pushing through, helping them release chronic stress, physical pain, stored emotion, and the patterns that keep them stuck. My approach combines evidence-based nervous system science with intuitive, responsive facilitation. I integrate somatic techniques, TRE (Trauma Release Exercises), and body-centered practices alongside breathwork to support holistic release and regulation. I prepare meticulously while remaining present to what each person or group needs in the moment. Sessions are grounded in polyvagal theory and neuroscience, delivered with warmth and accessibility in both group and private settings. I also offer Yin Yoga and restorative breathwork.  I understand what it takes to finally stop pushing and allow the body to heal. I serve clients online and in-person in Washington, DC (the whole DMV) and Southeastern New England, creating safe containers where people can reconnect with their resilient, authentic selves.

Institute(s) where I trained: 450-Hour Breathwork Facilitator Training and Coach w/Unity Breathwork & Make Some Breathing Space
https://unitybreathwork.com/
Average duration of a session: 60 - 90 minutes
Other relevant information: 450-hour, GBPA Certified, Trauma-Informed Breathwork Facilitation Training
Costs: Sliding Scale for Groups and Individuals: $25-$50 and $150-$250
Role (subscriber, s2member_level1...): s2member_level3
My languages: English
Breathwork methods: CCB, Circular Breath, Conscious Connected Breath
Role (Free Subscriber, Friend...): Professional Members
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