Monthly “Social-Emotional Recess” Spaces

Take a break from the daily grind and join our monthly “social-emotional recess” spaces. Led by Cynthia Alonzo Perez and featuring guest presenters, each session introduces a new word, tool, and opportunity to embody the practice of “protecting your peace” with joyful, restorative practices.


What You Can Expect

      • Creative Healing : Each session is led by Cynthia Alonzo Perez, alongside guest presenters who bring fresh perspectives and tools to help you restore and rejuvenate.

      • New Themes and Tools : Discover innovative ways to protect your peace and enhance your well-being.

      • Joyful Restorative Practices: Experience restorative yoga, sound baths, music, EFT tapping, and polyvagal toning activities designed to refresh your mind and body.


    Benefits for Students and Staff

        • Collective Healing: Foster a sense of belonging and community through shared healing experiences.

        • Reduce Burnout: Learn practical techniques to regulate your nervous system through joyful authentic play and creativity..

        • Enhance Well-Being: Engage in activities that promote relaxation, joy, and emotional resilience.


      Why bring us to your campus?

      At Rooted in Reflection, we believe in the power of collective healing and joyful practices. Our “social-emotional recess” spaces, led by therapists, creative artists community educators, and esteemed guest presenters, provide you with whole body tools to regulate the nervous system and calm the body using the body as it’s own co-regulator. 

      We bring restorative practices, meaningful connections, and transformative experiences. You deserve this time to heal, relax, and reconnect with yourself and your community.

      Cynthia Alonzo Perez

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      Cynthia Perez, MSW, LCSW, is the founder of Rooted in Reflection. She’s an expert in intergenerational trauma and bilingual, culturally sensitive therapy, offering transformative workshops and retreats.

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