Somatics, Internal Family Systems, and the Power of Presence with Annique Sampson
Description
In this tender and illuminating episode of Radio Somanaut, host Whitney Dawn Pyles is joined by fellow Somatic School graduate Annique Sampson, PCC, certified Somatic Coach, Internal Family Systems (IFS) practitioner, and former midwife.
Together, they explore:
- Her personal story about what happens when we stop trying to “fix” our anxiety and instead make space for it
- Her journey from mindset coaching to parts work and Body-Oriented Coaching
- How IFS and somatics beautifully complement each other in coaching practice
- Why presence is a coach’s most powerful tool
- Language, accessibility, and working with clients new to somatics or IFS
A great listen for current coaches, aspiring coaches, or anyone curious about somatics or IFS.
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Annique Sampson:
After many years as a busy midwife, Annique discovered her passion for coaching in 2015 and has coached thousands since then.
She's a trauma-informed Professional Certified Coach, with a special love of helping coaches and moms cultivate unconditional self-love and take bold action on their dreams. She also helps train and mentor other coaches.
Annique is a seasoned facilitator of many transformative approaches including Somatic Coaching, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Solution Focused Brief Coaching - always keeping the nervous system in mind.
Annique loves steaming pots of tea, long walks, morning birdsong, and puttering in her small but mighty garden.
You can connect with Annique via her website:
www.anniquesampson.com or on Instagram at @anniquesampson.
Whitney Dawn Pyles:
Whitney is the producer and host of Radio Somanaut by The Somatic School. She is a certified Body-Oriented Coach, accredited Life Coach, Human Design Guide, and Dance/Movement Facilitator. Whitney is passionate about helping individuals and groups access deeper presence, self-compassion, and authentic expression through embodied awareness. She believes in joy as a form of resistance, and in the healing power of community, creativity, and connection.


















