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How We Work Together A Relational Approach to Support

All work through Creative Behavior Systems is grounded in nervous system awareness, lived experience, relational accountability and human-centered systems thinking.

Rather than offering packaged programs, support is designed through partnership — shaped by context, culture and real-world needs. This allows space for meaningful integration, sustainability and long-term impact.

Services are offered through layered pathways, including education, systems support, consulting, somatic regulation experiences, speaking and reflective learning communities.

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School & District Partnerships

Long-term partnerships are designed to support sustainable systems change, not one-time training events.

Partnerships focus on:

  • Nervous system awareness
  • Trauma-aware and restorative practices
  • Self-reflection and relational responsibility
  • Student awareness, accountability and regulation
  • Embedded coaching and implementation support

Contracts are available in:

  • 3-month
  • 6-month
  • 12-month
  • 24-month

Each partnership is customized based on district and site needs and may include:

  • Professional learning workshops
  • On-site coaching
  • Restorative conferences and student support
  • Leadership consultation
  • Classroom-based application
  • Systems alignment and implementation planning

Long-Term Impact This model allows time for:

  • Integration
  • Practice
  • Reflection
  • Adjustment
  • Sustainable change

Organizational Consulting & Leadership Development

Support for organizations and leadership teams navigating stress, burnout, communication challenges, and culture shifts.

Core Focus

  • Nervous system awareness in leadership
  • Relational accountability
  • Emotional regulation and communication
  • Trauma-aware organizational culture
  • Sustainable leadership practices

Consulting Offerings

  • Leadership workshops
  • Team facilitation
  • Executive coaching
  • Embedded consulting
  • Organizational culture support

Somatic Regulation Experiences

Trauma-Aware Breathwork & Embodied Practices

Trauma-aware somatic breathwork sessions create space for slowing down, reconnecting inward and supporting nervous system regulation, integration and restoration.

Foundational Principles

  • Nervous system education
  • Body-based awareness
  • Gentle breath practices
  • Integration and reflection

Session Options

  • Bi-monthly in-person group sessions
  • Special events
  • Private group/organization sessions

All experiences are facilitated with a trauma-aware, choice-based and relational approach that honors individual pacing and safety.

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Speaking Engagements & Conference Keynotes

Susan offers grounded, human-centered talks for conferences, summits and professional gatherings.

Key Topics

  • Nervous systems and behavior
  • Trauma-aware leadership
  • Restorative practices
  • Adult self-reflection and regulation
  • Relational accountability
  • Systems change

Presentation Style

  • Thoughtfully customized
  • Rooted in lived experience
  • Practical and reflective
  • Emotionally resonant

Writing & Reflective Learning Community

Long-form essays, teachings, and reflections exploring:

  • Nervous systems
  • Stress and regulation
  • Leadership
  • Relationships
  • Grief and lived experience

These offerings are available through a subscription-based writing community, creating space for ongoing reflection, integration and connection.

A Thoughtful Beginning

All work begins with conversation.

This allows space to:

  • Understand your context
  • Clarify goals
  • Explore fit
  • Shape meaningful partnership