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Trauma-Informed Spiritual Direction, Supervision, Consultation & Apprenticeship
Benjamin, Who Came From Who Knows Where “In his low-to-the-ground chest I can hear his heart slowing down. Then I rub his shoulders and kiss his feet and fondle his long hound ears. Benny, I say, don't worry. I also know the way the old life haunts the new.”
Mary Oliver, Dog Songs
Welcome to Notice the Journey!
Shannon Michael Pater
M.A.R., M.Div., Psy.D. | Yoga Alliance E-RYT 500
Hello! I hope that you are safe and well.
I go by "Shannon Michael." Welcome to Notice the Journey (NTJ)!
I'm a spiritual director, poet, contemplative photographer, and life-long pilgrim. If you want to know more about me, you can read a shorter or longer bio here.
In many ways, I've been working on a "trauma-informed" perspective since I was 15 and found a book on yoga after my first trip to India. That's a long time ago now. Yoga provided the language of restoration I needed to hear at the time I was in a chronic state of disconnection. It saved me then, and continues to do so now.
Yoga as an ancient "trauma-informed" restorative process continues to be the core of my perspective and practice. To it I've integrated applied polyvagal theory, attachment theory, Internal Family Systems (IFS), experience neuroplasticity, Somatic Experiencing, and a trauma-informed hermeneutic of the Wisdom Traditions. If you are interest in the places I've done education and training, you can read my educational bio.
If I can support your journey, please don't hesitate to reach out.
In hopes of satori, samadhi, shanti, shalom & salaam,
Shannon Michael Pater
Recent Site Updates
NEW! Support for Trauma-Supporting Spiritual Care Providers
A new resource for spiritual care providers utilizing three essays I wrote on "Foundations of Trauma-Supporting Spiritual Care."
NEW! NTJ Yoga: Poetry, Prānāyāma & Polyvagal Practices
The first series of NTJ Yoga will be offered September 8, 15, 22 & 29. For more information on the program, please see the new NTJ Yoga page.
NEW! Online Learning Platform
I've recently launched an online learning platform. It will have shorter and longer support and education options soon.
Apprenticeship in a Trauma-Informed Scope of Practice
Individual training, support, and supervision for spiritual directors, clergy, yoga teachers, non-profit leaders, & others who want to develop leadership skill sets and a scope of practice from a somatic and trauma-informed perspective.
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Support Options
I offer spiritual direction, supervision for spiritual directors, an Apprenticeship in a Trauma-Informed Scope of Practice, coaching for clergy, spiritual practice support, and other options for support.
Calendar of Events & Openings
For my public calendar of individual opening and events, please click the button below.
Copyright & Permissions
All the materials on this website and blog have been written by me and all the pictures taken by me (unless otherwise indicated). I assert my copyright rights, but also affirm my desire to be generous with permission for use. Please see my Copyright & Permissions page for more information.
