Зцілення. Живі традиції. Сила руху та голосу.

Я створюю простір для зцілення — через культурну пам’ять, голос, тілесність і взаємність. Мій підхід об’єднує традиційне й сучасне: знання про травму, соматику, голосіння, тілесну мудрість і силу спільноти.

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Філософія екосоматики

Ми втомлені від поспіху, відчуження, нестабільності. Але зцілення — не черговий марафон, а радше повернення. До дихання. До землі. До ритмів. До спільноти.

Екосоматичний підхід допомагає створити умови, де тіло може розслабитись, психіка — інтегрувати досвід, а душа — згадати, хто вона є.

Це не набір вправ, а цілісний спосіб буття. Він базується на турботі, тілесній присутності, взаємозв’язку з природою та збереженні культурних практик, мудрішими за час.

Hi! I am Daniela

I’m a unique blend of a queer Ukrainian immigrant and a neurodiverse woman with a sensitive understanding of diverse identities. My journey of merging into and harmonizing with different communities has only made me stronger and more resilient, especially as I’ve had to integrate my own traumatic experiences. My background in sociology,  with a focus on gender and feminist studies, has given me a deep understanding of the Body as a tool for both self-expression and systemic oppression. My commitment to sustainability and ethical veganism has shaped my worldview and has honed my awareness of the interconnectedness of all beings and the impact we have on the environment. I’m here to bring a playful and enlightening experience to all who seek it! Join me in a journey towards healing and empowerment.

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My mission

Ecosomatic practices cultivate the wisdom of our bodies and help normalize self-regulation and co-regulation. By planting seeds of safety during the playtreats and playshops (aka in a controlled setting), participants learn to carry it out into their communities, making them safer spaces. I preach care and non-violence towards oneself and others, with a deep understanding of our interconnectedness and shared needs for safety and belonging. My mission is to help people embody this philosophy and thrive in our communities and as a species.

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My values

  • Sustainability: A long-term vision beyond one human lifespan, requires commitment and a shift in mindbody.
  • Compassion: Feeling the sufferings of Self and others.
  • Authenticity: Ease of being in touch with oneself, around others, & alone.
  • Creativity: Trust, spontaneity, & co-creation with all things.
  • Embodiment: Our physical manifestation, survival vs relevant patterns, & life itself.
  • Ecocentrism: Everything doesn't revolve around humans, it's the opposite of anthropocentrism.
  • Community: A group of interrelated individuals valuing connection & maintenance.
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My training

With a passion for holistic wellness and a commitment to self-discovery, I have forged my own career path by embracing teachings that resonate authentically and have the power to transform lives. Drawing from a diverse array of disciplines including mindfulness, Buddhism, trauma therapy, dance and movement therapy, and the gestalt school of thought, I have integrated this knowledge into a unique system of eco-somatic healing. With extensive training, including 550+ hours of training, 500+ hours of private practice, 150 hours of volunteering as a crisis intervention counselor, and 200 hours of ongoing therapy and supervision, my passion and experience drive my commitment to helping others find their own path to wellness.

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Про мене

бекҐраунд

As a queer and neurodiverse immigrant, my journey from the rather traditional Ukrainian society to the vibrant melting pot of California has been transformative. It has allowed me to cultivate unique sensitivities, foster resilience, and embrace open-heartedness. With a background in sociology and a focus on gender and feminist studies, I have gained a profound understanding of the body as a tool for both self-expression and systemic oppression. My commitment to sustainability and non-violence has shaped my worldview around the interconnectedness of all beings and heightened my awareness of the impact we have on one another. I'm here to offer a profound yet playful experience to all seekers! Join me on a journey towards healing and community empowerment.

Візія

Ecosomatic practices cultivate the wisdom of our bodies and help normalize self-regulation and co-regulation. By planting seeds of safety during the playtreats and playshops (aka in a controlled setting), participants learn to carry it out into their communities, making them safer spaces. I preach care and non-violence towards oneself and others, with a deep understanding of our interconnectedness and shared needs for safety and belonging. My mission is to help people embody this philosophy and thrive in our communities and as a species.

Цінності

  • Sustainability: A long-term vision beyond one human lifespan, requires commitment and a shift in mindbody.
  • Compassion: Feeling the sufferings of Self and others.
  • Authenticity: Ease of being in touch with oneself, around others, & alone.
  • Creativity: Trust, spontaneity, & co-creation with all things.
  • Community: A group of interrelated individuals valuing connection & maintenance.
  • Embodiment: Our physical manifestation, survival vs relevant patterns, & life itself.
  • Ecocentrism: Everything doesn't revolve around humans, it's the opposite of anthropocentrism.

досвід

With a passion for holistic wellness and a commitment to self-discovery, I have forged my own career path by embracing teachings that resonate authentically and have the power to transform lives. Drawing from a diverse array of disciplines including mindfulness, Buddhism, trauma therapy, dance and movement therapy, and the gestalt school of thought, I have integrated this knowledge into a unique system of eco-somatic healing. With extensive training, including 550+ hours of training, 500+ hours of private practice, 150 hours of volunteering as a crisis intervention counselor, and 200 hours of ongoing therapy and supervision, my passion and experience drive my commitment to helping others find their own path to wellness.
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візія

Хай відновлення зв’язку з тілом і природою допоможе нам будувати щиріші, співчутливіші й глибше пов’язані спільноти — для спільного майбутнього.

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Гнучкі формати пізнання

Хіба сама ідея «воркшопу» і "роботи над собою" — не звучить дещо застаріло?

Екосоматичний підхід ґрунтується на переконанні: справжня трансформація відбувається не через напруження, а радше через гру.

Наші плейшопи й плейтріти — це не тренінги, а простори для спільного творення. Тут ми досліджуємо як нові, так і знайомі теми, але з легкістю, присутністю й глибиною.Це не про «вилікувати себе», а про дозволити життю протікати крізь тіло.

Це про взаємність, про досвід, що оновлює, живить і розкриває.Ми створюємо ці події разом — щоби кожна спільнота отримала саме те, що їй потрібно в цей момент.

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Учасники: 5–30 осіб
Локація: ваш простір або наші перевірені варіанти поруч
Тематика: зв’язок, автентичність, життєва енергія, внутрішня дитина, танець і рух, дослідження кордонів, основи ембодімент та майндфулнес
Плейтріт
1–3 дні глибокого занурення з простором для наміру, тіла й тиші.

Вартість: $160 з особи за день (проживання та харчування — окремо)

Включає повний організаційний супровід.
Плейшоп
Формат на 2–6 годин для м’якого тілесного й емоційного занурення.

Вартість: $55 з особи за 2 години, далі — +$10/год
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On-demand educational experiences

Unlock a more harmonious and healthier workplace with on-demand educational experiences. Every employee is more than just a worker – they’re a unique individual carrying their own stress and trauma. Ignoring these experiences only leads to stored tension in the body. Trauma-informed seminars and training offer a deeper understanding of our own and each other’s nervous systems, while incorporating body-focused techniques helps transform a work environment into a safer, more compassionate community. Tackle stress and trauma head-on and create a sustainable shift in your company! The seminar provides the theory, while the training integrates this wisdom into your company’s culture. Embrace the power of holistic and trauma-informed education,

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Number of participants: 5-30 people.

Location: at your private location OR few options we suggest closest to your area.

Topics to explore: Connection, Authentic Expression, Basic Movement Patterns to Enhance Aliveness (Yield, Push, Pull), Inner Child Resources, Dance and Movement Play, Boundaries Can Be Fun, Mindfulness and Basic Embodiment Exploration, etc.
Seminar

Number of participants: unlimited

Location: online or location of your choice

Duration: 3 hours (1 hrs presentation, 30 min exercises+sharing, 15 min break and 45 minute Q&A)

Topic: theoretical foundations of co-creating safe (trauma-informed) workplace

Price: $500
Training

Number of participants: For departments/companies of 5-30 people

Location: hybrid: online and handpicked space for in-person workshops

Duration: 3 months long (3 monthly calls + monthly in-person full-day workshops)

Topic: foundations of the nervous system regulation, co-regulation, soft skills set, embodiment and mindfulness, non-violent communication, etc.

Price: quotable, depending on the number of participant
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Stages of our work together

Winter : A time for reflection and incubation of your idea. Let it strengthen and take root.

Spring : Your idea awakens and takes shape. Reach out to me and we’ll start shaping it together.

Summer : Time to bring your idea to life. Let’s make it bloom!

Fall : Integrating the experience into your daily life. Let’s plan for another growth cycle.

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On-demand educational experiences

У центрі екосоматики — розуміння взаємозв’язку. Кожна людина у спільноті має свою історію стресу й втрат. Ігнорування цього веде до тілесної напруги, виснаження й поверхневих стосунків.

Травма-інформовані семінари та тренінги допомагають глибше зрозуміти, як працює наша — індивідуальна й колективна — нервова система. Тілесні практики в команді створюють більше безпеки, емпатії та справжньої взаємодії. Семінари дають теоретичну основу. Тренінги — вчать застосовувати ці знання у вашій культурі.

Обирайте цілісний підхід — для добробуту не лише окремих людей, а й усієї спільноти.

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Семінар

Учасники: необмежено
Формат: онлайн або у вашій локації
Тривалість: 3 години
(презентація, практика, перерва, Q&A)
Тема: як травма-інформований підхід і розуміння нервової системи впливають на безпеку, зв’язок і ефективність у колективі.
Вартість: $500
ТренінгУчасники: 5–30 осіб
Формат: гібридний — онлайн + очні воркшопи
Тривалість: 3 місяці
– щомісяця: 1 онлайн-зустріч + 1 очна подія
Тематика: регуляція нервової системи, тілесне лідерство, усвідомленість, NVC, командна безпека
Вартість: за запитом — залежить від кількості учасників і запиту команди.
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What does the process of co-creation look like?

Зима — час для рефлексії й визрівання ідеї. Дозволь їй зміцніти й пустити коріння.

Весна
— ідея прокидається й набуває форми. Напиши мені — разом почнемо її втілювати.

Літо
— час оживити задум. Давай дамо йому розквітнути

Осінь
— інтеграція досвіду в повсякденне життя. Пора запланувати новий цикл росту.

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services

On-demand educational experiences

Unlock a more harmonious and healthier workplace with on-demand educational experiences. Every employee is more than just a worker – they’re a unique individual carrying their own stress and trauma. Ignoring these experiences only leads to stored tension in the body. Trauma-informed seminars and training offer a deeper understanding of our own and each other’s nervous systems, while incorporating body-focused techniques helps transform a work environment into a safer, more compassionate community. Tackle stress and trauma head-on and create a sustainable shift in your company! The seminar provides the theory, while the training integrates this wisdom into your company’s culture. Embrace the power of holistic and trauma-informed education,

Learn More
Number of participants: 5-30 people.

Location: at your private location OR few options we suggest closest to your area.

Topics to explore: Connection, Authentic Expression, Basic Movement Patterns to Enhance Aliveness (Yield, Push, Pull), Inner Child Resources, Dance and Movement Play, Boundaries Can Be Fun, Mindfulness and Basic Embodiment Exploration, etc.
Seminar

Number of participants: unlimited

Location: online or location of your choice

Duration: 3 hours (1 hrs presentation, 30 min exercises+sharing, 15 min break and 45 minute Q&A)

Topic: theoretical foundations of co-creating safe (trauma-informed) workplace

Price: $500
Training

Number of participants: For departments/companies of 5-30 people

Location: hybrid: online and handpicked space for in-person workshops

Duration: 3 months long (3 monthly calls + monthly in-person full-day workshops)

Topic: foundations of the nervous system regulation, co-regulation, soft skills set, embodiment and mindfulness, non-violent communication, etc.

Price: quotable, depending on the number of participant
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Stages of our work together

Winter : A time for reflection and incubation of your idea. Let it strengthen and take root.

Spring : Your idea awakens and takes shape. Reach out to me and we’ll start shaping it together.

Summer : Time to bring your idea to life. Let’s make it bloom!

Fall : Integrating the experience into your daily life. Let’s plan for another growth cycle.

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Kind words from clients

Throughout our workshops, I developed spontaneity in my movements. Dancing/moving my body is now bringing me much more pleasure. I feel alive. I realized that I could better understand myself through dance and movements. The experience of being accepted in a group while overcoming my complex emotional states and clarifying and establishing relationships with the facilitator and participants was significant to me.

Marina B.

During our practices with Dani, I felt like much tension was released - some I didn't even know existed in my body. I faced and processed feelings and experiences that I don't always have words for. But, in general, after each practice, I usually feel harmonized and solid.

Eli s.

Daniela brought me a newfound joy of expressing myself in movement while being seen. Thank you! 

Kateryna T.
Podcast

Code of Trauma: traditions of healing

"Grief is another word for Love" - Queen Elizabeth

My limited podcast series is dedicated to reviving and exploring Ukrainian mourning traditions. This project aims to preserve, document, and integrate traditional lamentations into contemporary trauma therapy practices while fostering a broader understanding of the cultural significance of grief rituals.


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Balance embodiment quiz

Your body is always communicating your deeper needs, even when you're not aware of it. Here I have a fun and easy 10-minute self-diagnostic experiment for you to try! First, record yourself for 3-5 minutes talking about the most relevant issues in your life right now. Then, take a quiz and see what your body is telling you. You might be surprised! And the best part? You can retake the quiz as many times as you want. By doing it frequently, you'll become more in tune with your body and find more balance in your life. So go ahead and give it a try!

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4-minute audio somatic experiment

Our world is full of stressors that affect our bodies without us even realizing it. I'd like to invite you to try a somatic exercise that can help you become more aware of your stress response. By listening to my voice with your eyes closed and headphones on, you'll be taking a step towards befriending your body and stress. With practice, you'll be able to notice and de-stress your nervous system on a daily basis, bringing more balance and presence into your life. Give it a try, and see how it can help you!

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Frequently asked questions

Do you offer 1:1 transformational experiences?
Yes, if you are interested in working individually with me - please, fill out the contact form and schedule an intro call.
What is Daniela’s educational background?
2014 NAUKMA: Sociology BA (gender and fem studies) @NAUKMA (Ukraine)
2018 Social and Behavioral Science: Psychology AS @Santa Monica College (USA)
2019 Mindfulness and embodiment instructor (CPD certificate) @Zhit'Vnimatel'no Academy (Russia)
2020 Integrative somatic trauma therapy specialty @EmbodyLab (USA)
2021 Facilitation of Dance and Movement therapeutic practices @Neuraum (Germany)
2021 Theory and practice of body-mind psychotherapy @Telo.PSY (Russia)
2021 Psychosomatic disorders specialty (taught by V.Levchenko)
2022-2026 Gestalt psychotherapy (Ukraine)
How is this different from psychotherapy or other healing modalities?
First and foremost, I am a spaceholder, who believes that transformation is possible through compassionate presence, embodiment and trusting act of co-creation. More than 500 hrs of private practice, 200 hrs of volunteering with my fellow Ukrainians and my ongoing therapy and supervision allows me to humbly offer healing facilitation.
Do you work with families and children?
I absolutely encourage families to have a customized playshop or playtreat experience! High school aged kids are welcome to participate in such experiences! While for 1:1 work I specialize in ages 16+.
Why do I hear so much about trauma these days? Do I need to know all this stuff if I don't have trauma?
The reason why trauma is becoming a buzzword is because there has been a tremendous shift in the entire trauma-healing approach. Numerous studies had provide evidence for bodily sensation-based modalities vs talk-therapy modalities to be incredibly effective for trauma. The truth is - trauma is relevant for everyone, because trauma can also be a consequence of chronic stress exposure. Trauma doesn't always relate to a singular traumatic event (as many of us might think), it has more to do with an individual's ability to respond timely to the stressors in a natural and healthy way.
Do you offer any demo classes where I can get a taste of ecosomatics?
Starting in May 2023, I will be offering bi-weekly drop in ecosomatic classes for nervous system tune-up online for broader public.Stay tuned!
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