THE COMPASSION CULTIVATION CYCLE

An Evidence Based Path to Building Compassion From The Inside Out.

Transform shame, anxiety, and fear into safety, confidence, and connection with an original multi-disciplinary framework that integrates:

Sociology & Psychology

Neurobiology & Awareness

Spirituality & Ecology

Mindfulness Library

Monthly Live Practice & Unlimited access to somatic practices + teachings

ACCESSIBLE WISDOM

I am passionate about making science and spirituality accessible to everyone. Please enjoy this free content, it is shared from my heart.

  • “Ellen has the ability to blend a variety of historic teachings with a modern point of view. Her lessons have helped me stay present in my life - no matter what is happening around me.”

    Natalie, This Mindful Life Member

  • “Ellen truly intertwines her professional psychological expertise with grounding physical practices. The application is palpable and immediate with gentle guidance to integrate into future mindfulness practice and growth.”

    Anne, Compassion Retreat Participant

  • "The Head and Heart approach makes complex ideas and scientific understanding really accessible so that you have tools you can actually work with that will be helpful and positively impact your everyday life."

    Linda, Clinical Social Worker, Cultivation Cycle Trainee

  • "Everything Head and Heart offers has the intention of expanding self compassion at its core."

    JP, Integrative Coach, Compassion Cultivation Cycle Trainee

About Me

MY NAME IS ELLEN

With more than two decades of experience in therapy and mindfulness training, along with degrees from Northwestern University and the University of Chicago, I’ve had the privilege of learning from incredible individuals such as Kristin Neff, Tara Brach, Bonnie Badenoch, Bessel van der Kolk, and engaging with indigenous communities across the globe to create a deep understanding of neurobiology and compassion. I have taken this knowledge and built the Compassion Cultivation Cycle, which offers a guide to building compassion from the inside out.

I am passionate about reshaping our cultural approach to stress & overstimulation.

HEAD & HEART RETREAT CENTER

Breaking Down The Silos of Modern Medicine

YOGA | COMMUNITY | HEALING

A Cooperative Space With Head & Heart