In this conversation, Whitney Dawn Pyles engages with Rebecca Norris and Camilla Wells, both somatic coaches with legal backgrounds, to explore the intersection of law, vicarious trauma, and somatic practices. They discuss their personal journeys into somatic coaching, the formation of their partnership, and the importance of creating safe spaces for legal professionals to address trauma and emotional well-being. The discussion highlights the need for ongoing support and the integration of micro-moments for nervous system regulation. They also explore the ripple effects of their work, envisioning a future where co-regulation and trauma awareness are integral to the legal system, ultimately fostering a more humane and supportive environment for all involved.

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Guest Bios:

Rebecca and Camilla met via the Somatic School. Finding themselves wonderfully aligned in mission and method, they co-founded Trauma-Informed Law. Together, they bring a unique combination of legal expertise and somatic resources to lawyers and law students via training, coaching and consultancy - supporting them to acknowledge and navigate human responses within legal practice. Find out more via their website -  www.traumainformedlaw.co.uk

Rebecca is a barrister, somatic coach, and consultant. Her career has spanned both criminal and commercial law and she has experience providing trauma-focused support within the complex dynamics of courts, prisons and corporate settings. Through her company, Coyra Coaching, she offers somatic coaching and tailored support for individuals and businesses navigating distress and trauma, particularly in the context of workplace conflicts, investigations and legal processes. 

Camilla is a somatic coach and trainer. She was a barrister for 23 years practising in Family law and crime. She left the Bar 4 years ago, set up Catch Yourself offering specialist support in the TV and Legal Industries for those who work on traumatic content for eg True Crime and blue lights programmes. She is proud to have major broadcasters, networks and production companies as clients.

Please note that the views, opinions, and expressions shared by our guests in this podcast are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of The Somatic School. The information shared is for informational purposes only and should not be considered as official advice or endorsement by the school.

00:00 Introduction
06:13 Personal Journeys to Somatic Coaching
19:24 The Formation of a Unique Partnership
24:58 Creating Safe Spaces in Legal Training
32:04 The Impact of Neuroscience in Somatic Coaching
40:08 Tailoring Training for Legal Professionals
42:02 Exploring Regulation and Self-Reflection
42:32 Micro Moments and Strategies for Regulation
43:57 Reflective Practice and Ongoing Support
45:23 Creating Safe Spaces for Sharing
49:37 Finding Clients and Building Awareness
52:17 Understanding Trauma in Legal Contexts
55:07 The Vision for a “Regulated” Legal System
58:31 Co-Regulation and Its Impact
01:07:32 Leaving with Connection and Purpose