CULTIVATING A PEACEFUL PRESENCE : 2 PART EXPERIENTIAL WORKSHOP
Helping trained Peaceful Presence End of Life Doulas build a grounded & peaceful presence using Equine Therapy
In this two part workshop, participants will learn to:
Understand the foundations of Polyvagal Theory and why safety is the brain and body’s primary priority
Explore the role of the vagus nerve in supporting emotional and physical well-being
Learn how neuroception—our nervous system’s unconscious scanning of the environment—influences states of safety, connection, and non-judgment
Explore how, as End-of-Life Doulas, your presence can support co-regulation and a sense of safety for those around you.
Saturday, October 10 & Saturday, October 24, 2026 from 9:30 am - 1:30 pm.
REGISTRATION IS FOR BOTH HALF DAY SESSIONS. MUST BE A GRADUATE OF THE PEACEFUL PRESENCE END OF LIFE DOULA TRAINING TO ATTEND.
Snacks and Lunch provided, INTENTIONALLY LIMITED TO 5 participants. Investment: $229
This two-part experiential workshop will be led by Deb Reynolds at her Laughing Spirit Ranch in Bend, Oregon.
quotes from past workshop participants:
“I feel that all caregivers, from teachers to nurses, from doctors to death doulas would benefit from the program/workshop. But, specifically, to work as a death doula, this experience taught me the importance of being present, of trusting my own intuition and how to dig deep and know that this process of life is never-ending. This experience reinforced for me that I want to be fully present for my own life, my own family, and each and every person whose life intertwines with my own. The horses have no judgment or opinion, they just have a knowing and awareness that helps us unravel the messiness of being human so that we can remember the beauty of why we are here.”
“This truly was a one-of-a-kind experience. I arrived with very little expectations as I was tired, overwhelmed by life and work lately. I left feeling centered, empowered and settled. And, so, so grateful for Deb, Perrin, the horses, dogs and the way they opened their home and hearts to us all. What a healing experience.”
“I loved this workshop so much. It reminds me of the wisdom in the body; that there are no “right” or “wrong” feelings; only what is true here and now in an embodied way. This will help me in my personal life and in roles where I am supporting someone going through a hard time or big life (or death) transitions.”
Deb Reynolds of Laughing Spirit Ranch
About Deb Reynolds:
Deb is a Reiki teacher & practitioner, as well as a lifelong animal lover. Her passion is helping individuals discover their innate gifts and bring them confidently into the world. Deb is an instructor with the Polyvagal Equine Institute and spent 27 years as a high school educator. Her professional training includes Karuna Reiki (Practitioner Levels I & II and Master), Usui Reiki (Practitioner Levels I, II, III, and Master), Animal Reiki, Reconnective Therapy, Equine-Facilitated Learning, Eponaquest Instructor training, and Quantum Success Life Coaching.