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Nervous System Regulation Workshop

Is anger the way your nervous system tends to show stress? Join the waitlist for It’s Not an Anger Problem.

Feel It Shift.

A 90-minute virtual HeartMath experience for people who are done understanding their nervous system — and ready to feel it change.

Save My Spot — $60

Small group · 15 spots max · Virtual (Zoom) · Offered every other month

You Know Something Needs to Change — at the Body Level

You’ve done the reading. Maybe you’ve been in therapy. You understand what happened to you, and you understand how stress and trauma live in the nervous system.

But understanding hasn’t been enough. Your body still runs programs you didn’t choose — the hypervigilance, the exhaustion, the freeze, the feeling of being wired but unable to rest. You know something needs to shift. Not in your mind. In your body.

You took the Nervous System Check-In. You saw your scores. Now you’re wondering: what do I actually do with this?

This workshop is your answer.

90 Minutes That Your Nervous System Will Remember

This is a small-group, virtual workshop where you’ll experience two core HeartMath practices — guided by Tamara Ridge, a licensed therapist with 30+ years of clinical experience and a certified HeartMath Resilient Heart practitioner.

This isn’t a lecture. It’s a practice space. You’ll feel your nervous system shift in real time.

What you’ll walk away with:

  • Two research-backed HeartMath techniques you can practice on your own
  • A felt sense of what nervous system regulation actually feels like in your body — not just a concept
  • A clear understanding of how your quiz results connect to your physiology and what to do about it
  • A simple one-week practice plan tailored to your Nervous System Check-In scores
  • Clarity on your next steps — whether that’s self-guided practice, a HeartMath sensor, or deeper group work

Format:

  • Virtual (Zoom) — join from anywhere
  • Small group — max 15 participants
  • Offered every other month

Not a Lecture. An Experience.

Here’s how the 90 minutes will flow:

Ground. We’ll start with a simple breathing practice to arrive — no performance, no sharing required. Just you and your breath.
Learn. A brief, grounded explanation of nervous system regulation and HRV (heart rate variability) — what it is, why it matters, and what it tells you about your capacity to handle stress.
Practice. Two guided HeartMath techniques: Heart-Focused Breathing and the Quick Coherence Technique. Tamara will walk you through each one, step by step.
See. A brief demo of the HeartMath sensor so you can see what regulation looks like in real time on screen.
Integrate. We’ll connect what you experienced to your quiz results and build a simple plan for the week ahead.

You’ll leave knowing — not just intellectually, but in your body — what it feels like for your nervous system to shift.

This Workshop Is for You If…

  • You’ve taken the Nervous System Check-In Quiz and want to know what to do with your results
  • You’re tired of only understanding your stress intellectually — you want to feel something actually shift
  • You’re curious about HeartMath but want to experience it with a guide before investing in a sensor
  • You’re looking for a simple, research-backed daily practice that doesn’t require a lot of time or energy
  • You want to explore this work in a small, safe group without having to share personal details

A Few Honest Notes

If you’re currently in acute crisis (active suicidal ideation, severe dissociation, or active substance abuse), please reach out to a therapist or crisis line first. This workshop is supportive but is not a substitute for therapy or crisis intervention.
This is not therapy. We won’t be processing personal history or trauma narratives. This is a regulation skills workshop — experiential and practical, not clinical.
This is not a passive webinar. You’ll be invited to participate in guided practices. If you’re looking for a talk to listen to with your camera off, this isn’t the right fit.

Meet Your Guide

Tamara Ridge is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 30 years of clinical experience specializing in trauma therapy and nervous system regulation. She is a certified HeartMath Resilient Heart practitioner and the creator of the Nervous System Check-In Quiz, which has helped thousands of people understand how their nervous systems are really doing.

Through her YouTube channel, private practice, and group programs, Tamara makes complex neuroscience feel simple and human. Her approach is warm, grounded, and practical — she’s the guide who helps you feel safe enough to let your body do what it already knows how to do.

“I created this workshop because I kept seeing the same thing: people who understood their trauma intellectually but couldn’t feel safety in their bodies. HeartMath gave me the bridge. This taster is my way of handing that bridge to you.”

— Tamara

Everything You Need to Know

Duration90 minutes
FormatVirtual (Zoom) — join from anywhere
Group SizeUp to 15 participants
Investment$60
FrequencyEvery other month
Next Workshop See available dates at checkout
What to BringA quiet space, comfortable seating, and an optional journal. No special equipment needed.
HeartMath DeviceNot required. If you have one, feel free to bring it — but you absolutely don’t need one to fully participate.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a HeartMath sensor to participate?

No. You don’t need any equipment. Everything we do in the workshop uses your own breath and attention. Tamara will demo the HeartMath sensor briefly so you can see what coherence looks like, but you’ll experience the practices fully without one. If you decide later that you’d like a sensor for your own practice, information will be in your follow-up email.

Is this therapy?

No. This is a regulation skills workshop — think of it as experiential education. You’ll learn and practice two HeartMath techniques in a guided, supportive setting. We won’t be processing personal history or trauma narratives. If you’re currently working with a therapist, this workshop can complement that work beautifully.

Will I have to share personal information or talk about my history?

Absolutely not. This is a practice space. You’ll be invited to notice what you experience in your body, but sharing is always optional. You won’t be put on the spot. Many people do the entire workshop without speaking, and that’s completely welcome.

What if I get emotional during the practices?

That’s normal and welcome. When your nervous system starts to shift, emotions can surface — this is your body doing exactly what it’s designed to do. Tamara is a licensed therapist with decades of experience holding space for this. You’re in good hands. You can keep your camera off at any time, and no one will ask you to explain what you’re feeling.

What happens after the workshop?

Within 24 hours, you’ll receive a follow-up email with a simple practice guide for both techniques, information about HeartMath sensors (with a link if you’re interested), and details about the 8-Week Nervous System Regulation Group for those who want to go deeper. You’ll also have the option to book a free 15-minute call with Tamara.

Can I attend more than once?

Yes. Some people find it valuable to come back for a second or third time, especially as their practice deepens. Each workshop has a slightly different group, and your experience of the practices will be different each time as your nervous system continues to change. Returning participants are always welcome.

Your nervous system is ready. Let it have this.

Save My Spot — $60

Limited to 15 participants · See available dates at checkout · These fill up — don’t wait to decide.

Are you ready to get one-on-one support to build your Stress Management Toolkit? Click Here to learn more.

Ready to go beyond the workshop? Here’s what working with me one-on-one looks like.

Tamara Ridge, LMFT #MFC37840 (California; also licensed in Utah 5772650-3902 and Wyoming LMFT-319). The Nervous System Check-In and my workshops are educational. They are not therapy, not a diagnosis, and not a substitute for care from your own provider. 

Taking the quiz or attending a workshop does not make you my client. 

If you’re in crisis, call or text 988 (or 911). Your quiz answers are stored by ScoreApp; your name and email go to my email list (Kit) so I can send your results and workshop dates. You can unsubscribe any time. I never share your answers with advertisers.

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Tamara Ridge, LMFT #MFC37840 (California; also licensed in Utah 5772650-3902 and Wyoming LMFT-319). The Nervous System Check-In and my workshops are educational. They are not therapy, not a diagnosis, and not a substitute for care from your own provider. 

Taking the quiz or attending a workshop does not make you my client. 

If you’re in crisis, call or text 988 (or 911). Your quiz answers are stored by ScoreApp; your name and email go to my email list (Kit) so I can send your results and workshop dates. You can unsubscribe any time. I never share your answers with advertisers.

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