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Through Mindful Awareness and the Science of Healing

I guide women from surviving to thriving — through Post-Traumatic Growth, illness, and major life transitions. Through my own healing and recovery, I learned the wisdom of interweaving mindful awareness with the science of healing. Together they became medicine for my nervous system💛

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My healing journey gradually taught me that safety begins in the nervous system, and that healing is less about fixing ourselves and more about softly reconnecting with who we already are.

“She has a profound ability to make you feel seen and heard, even amidst great struggle.”

— Isabel Mata, Writer and Mindfulness teacher

“Being truly heard by Esther releases the built-up steam in my life.”

Even on the days I feel 'I don't need this,' her humanity and uniquely skilled guidance help me find more compassion for myself — and I'm discovering a more fully integrated sense of self-awareness, understanding, and acceptance."

— Kathy, Finding Your Way client

"Befriending Your Nervous System"


A phrase I learned from Deb Dana

An invitation to a Vagal Toning Practice

When our nervous system becomes activated, we can feel anxious, unsettled, or overwhelmed. Softly experiential practices can invite it toward greater calm, steadiness, and ease.

Over the past six years, as I've continued recovering my ability to walk after a traumatic brain injury, I've learned to heal from the inside out—and little by little, my brain, nervous system, and steps have grown stronger and steadier. I'd love to share some of these practices with you.

Together, we'll explore simple ways to settle the nervous system—mindful breathing, soft movement, and simple ways of using our senses—opening space for a little more ease in everyday life.

This is a softly experiential 75-minute session exploring somatic practices, mindful awareness, and practical maps from the healing sciences.

Upcoming Session


Thursday, July 23, 2026
11:00 AM–12:15 PM ET
Online via Zoom

Fee: $25
If cost is a concern, please reach out.

A Soothing Breath Practice

If you'd like to experience one of my favorite Mindful Minutes, I invite you to try this breath practice.

  1. Settle. Sit or stand comfortably, feet resting on the floor or earth.

  2. Anchor. Rest your attention on your breath—or, if that doesn't feel right today, on your hands, feet, or something pleasant to look at.

  3. Breathe. Gently close your right nostril with a thumb or finger. Inhale through your left nostril for a slow count of three, then exhale for three. Repeat for two or three breaths.

  4. Pause and notice. Warmth, coolness, tingling, tightness, softening — or you may not notice any sensations. No right or wrong, simply noticing with kind attention.

  5. Carry it with you. Try this while waiting in line, before an appointment, or anywhere you need a little more calm. A soft smile can deepen the effect.If you'd like to experience one of my favorite Mindful Minutes, I invite you to try this breath practice.

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  • “Esther Sadie [Brandon] has the qualities of an exceptional coach and human being. She is positive, thoughtful, supportive, knowledgeable and curious. Esther is an exceptional listener and her genuine care and empathic approach is evident in all her coaching interactions. As a teacher, as a mother, the benefits I have received from her wisdom and guidance are immeasurable. She is incredibly skilled at helping others tap into their strengths and values.”

    Crista Bode, Lesley University, Student Teaching Supervisor, Classroom Teacher, and Mother

  • “Esther Sadie Brandon is the real deal—wise and kind and deeply knowledgeable. If well-beingcoaching appeals, highly recommend you check her out!”

    Yael Shy, CEO of Mindfulness Consultin, LLC - Meditation consultant, teacher and coach for teams and individuals.

  • "There aren't many people like Esther Brandon. She is kind, empathetic, and wise beyond belief. She has a profound ability to make you feel seen and heard, even amidst great struggle. She is authentic and courageous and it shows up in her coaching work. Highly recommend working with her."

    Isabel Mata, Meditation Teacher and Writer

  • I had the pleasure of attending a webinar Esther created entitled “Mindfulness and Coaching.” Clearly, Esther has both the passion and competence to be a leader in this space. The webinar had two important impacts on me. As a human being , I felt more centered, relaxed, and present to the moment at the conclusion of the webinar. As a coach, it validated and energized my own work in this space with my clients.”

    Howard Stanten, Master’s Of Physical Therapy (MPT), Certified Professional Co-Active Coach (CPCC),  Certified Professional Coach, International Coaching Federation (PCC)

  • I have known Esther for several years. The more I know her, the deeper my appreciation, respect, and admiration for her. In my mindful practices with her, I have come not only to understand intellectually the concept of being one with one’s body, mind, spirit, gut, emotion, but I have reached depths into my own integration of all of these parts and different levels of my own being. Being in mindful practice with Esther, signifies being on a trip far into the depth of my being.

    Jacqueline Levy, Certified Professional Co-Active Coach (CPCC),  Certified Professional Coach, International Coaching Federation (PCC) 

  • "I have had amazing opportunities at Lesley, and great role models, but no one has inspired me like you have. You have been a guide and source of wisdom, and it is difficult for me to imagine what my life would be like without the sense of safety that your office provides. I am grateful for everything that you do and for the person that you are. I hope to one day do for someone all that you have done for me."

    L, Former Student Teacher

Trauma causes disconnection.

Integration softly reconnects us with ourselves.

As our nervous system settles, we begin to gather the scattered pieces of our heart, body, and spirit.

When the nervous system is soothed, there is more space—

to breathe,

to feel the ground beneath your feet,

to softly return to a steady sense of self.

From that steadiness, something becomes possible that may have felt out of reach for a long while.

To be in connection with kindness and care.

To find your way.

“The gift of healing trauma is that the woundedness becomes a gateway to freedom, healing and love.”

— Tara Brach

Accessibility matters to me.

I hold a small number of sliding-scale openings at any time, and I'm happy to explore options if finances are a concern. If you're not ready to connect, you're welcome to explore the resources here at your own pace.

If you'd like to be in touch, there's space for that here — a simple email, or a free Inquiry Call.

The Resource Library

🍃 Finding Your Way weaves trauma-informed mindful awareness practice and healing science — including Interpersonal Neurobiology and Polyvagal Theory —You’re warmly invited to visit these teachings in the Resource Library.

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