AUTHENTIC RELATING LAB
A 4-Week Journey Toward More Authentic, Embodied Connection.
Connection is everything. How we relate—moment to moment—shapes our relationships, careers, and sense of belonging.
But real connection isn’t something you can think your way into. It happens in real-time, in the body, in the moment—especially during hard conversations, when tensions rise, or when vulnerability feels risky.
That’s why I’m offering The Authentic Relating Lab—a hands-on, interactive experience where you get to:
• Practice real-time relational awareness: Notice and shift patterns as they happen, even in the most challenging conversations.
• Expand your relational range: Step outside old ways of connecting and experiment freely—even when things feel tense or uncomfortable.
• Develop somatic and relational intelligence: Use your body’s cues to navigate tension, build trust, and stay present when it matters most.
Think of it as a gym for your relational muscles. But instead of lifting weights, you’re learning to show up fully, play with connection, and explore new ways of being in relationship—even when conversations feel hard.
This is more than just a workshop. It’s an immersive, hands-on experience where you’ll practice and embody connection in real-time.
THIS LAB IS FOR YOU IF:
• You crave deeper, more fulfilling relationships but aren’t sure how to get there.
• You want to feel more comfortable, confident, and present in your connections.
• You tend to overthink social interactions or struggle to express whats true for you.
• You've done personal growth work but want to put those skills into practice, in real time.
• You avoid conflict and want to learn how to navigate it with more ease and authenticity.
If any of this sounds familiar, you’re not alone—and more importantly, you’re in the right place. This Lab offers a powerful, hands-on approach to help you break out of old patterns and discover a more natural, fulfilling way to relate.
What You’ll Discover Here:
Most communication models focus on what to say. This Lab is about how you show up while saying it - your presence, your awareness, and how your body responds in real time.
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Guided Exploration & Spontaneity: Through a blend of structured exercises and open exploration, you’ll uncover powerful insights from both order and spontaneity.
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Authentic Expression: You’ll have the freedom to respond genuinely in the moment, discovering your own natural way of communicating.
• No Right Way—Just Your Way: It’s not about the “right” way to communicate but about finding what feels true and alive for you.
• Playful & Experiential: This isn’t rigid or structured; it’s a hands-on, engaging experience.
This isn't therapy. It's not lecture driven. It's an invitation to play, practice, and explore new relational possibilities in a space that feels both safe and alive.
The Journey
While a single-day or evening workshop can provide a taste of Authentic Relating, the 4-Week Journey offers something far more profound:
Week 1: Awareness is the Gateway
Slow down and notice what's real in the moment. Explore how attention, body awareness, and presence lay the foundation for meaningful connection.
Week 2: The Courage to Reveal
Practice saying what’s true without leaving yourself behind. Learn to share more of your inner experience with clarity, care, and curiosity.
Week 3: Riding the Edge of Contact
Explore how to stay present when connection feels awkward, edgy, or uncertain. Develop tools for navigating discomfort with playfulness and self-trust.
Week 4: Integration & Empowerment
Bring it all together. Choose how you want to show up—moment by moment, relationship by relationship—with more awareness, choice, and confidence.
Your Facilitator and Guide
With over 30 years in the somatic healing arts, Aaron is a mindfulness-based, body-centered psychotherapist dedicated to helping people connect more deeply with themselves and others. He specializes in somatic therapy, mindfulness, and conscious communication, teaching mindfulness meditation, relational skills, and facilitating transformative courses in authentic relating.
TESTIMONIALS
“I have known Aaron for some years. He is a very talented therapist: insightful, deeply attuned, knowledgeable and intuitive.
MAXINE GOWER / LCSW, NCPsyA
“Aaron has a finely tuned level of sensitivity and deep understanding of the human experience. He walks his talk and has a down-to-earth demeanor that allows him to provide effective support for people on their journey to well-being.“
MIRANDA DAY / M.S., LPC
Aaron's relational presence is remarkably strong, creating a safe space where profound transformation & healing unfold. He guides with expertise & emotional depth, seamlessly integrating mind body approaches to facilitate personal growth & lasting change.
DENISE SHENK / MA, LPC
