Laura Weber Garrison, PhD 

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Trauma Resolution Specialist | International Retreat Facilitator

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Laura Weber Garrison, PhD, is an author, trauma recovery therapist, educator, artist, and international retreat leader with more than two decades of experience working with trauma, the nervous system, and the ways people adapt to difficult experiences.

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Her work is grounded in clinical practice, scientific research, extensive study, and personal experience with trauma and PTSD. She holds a doctorate in Holistic Health and advanced certifications in clinical hypnotherapy, yoga therapy, and trauma-focused approaches. Her work integrates psychology, body-based therapies, mindfulness, restorative yoga, creativity, and experiential methods.

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As an author, Laura writes about trauma, autonomy, identity, relationships, and recovery. Her books combine research, clinical experience, and practical application, with a focus on helping readers understand what has happened to them and what can change next.

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Laura is also the creator and facilitator of Empowered Transitions Retreats, immersive programs held in destinations around the world. These retreats draw from behavioral psychology, Gestalt work, mindfulness, yoga, experiential practices, and creative exploration to help participants work with long-standing patterns in a concentrated setting.

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In her private practice, Laura uses approaches that include iRest Yoga Nidra, cognitive behavioral therapies, clinical hypnotherapy, somatic practices, and other experiential methods. She works with clients navigating trauma, anxiety, chronic stress, relationship patterns, and major life transitions.

Her work is also shaped by decades of travel, teaching, artistic practice, and close observation of human behavior.

Learn more about Laura’s books, retreats, and clinical work at Better Wellness Naturally.

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