“The mind explains what the body already knows”
Step into a living, breathing space of exploration, where our body becomes a doorway to presence,
where something sacred begins to reestablish itself in our being.
This group is an invitation to slow down, deepen, and be real.
Together, we’ll explore somatic movement, subtle energy, and relational awareness as gateways to the mystery of being.
NEXT GROUP: WILL BE ANNOUNCED SOON
(PRE-REGISTRATION IS OPTIONAL FOR THIS SERIES)
WELCOME
Welcome. I’m Derek Sheahan, a psycho-spiritual guide, group facilitator, and somatic practitioner based here in Santa Fe. My work weaves two decades of spiritual practice with embodied healing modalities like Hakomi, Gestalt, and trauma resolution.
At the heart of this group is a simple invitation: to come home to your body, meet what’s here with honesty, and be changed by the living presence that emerges. Through somatic movement, archetypal exploration, and relational inquiry, we’ll enter a space where insight arises not from effort, but from being met.
My approach is intuitive and attuned, often blending subtle energetic tracking with grounded somatic tools. In group settings, I combine partner work, archetypal practices, and individual facilitation within the group field. This creates a space where transformation doesn't have to be forced, it emerges naturally when we're met with presence.
I’m also the founder of Lenses That Liberate, a framework for embodied healing and awakening that explores our Foundational, Relational, and Subtle selves. While this group is not a formal introduction to that model, I’ll be drawing on many of the same insights and tools throughout our time together.
(You can learn more about the model here.)
My hope is that this work brings you into deeper harmony with your own experience, the beauty and the pain, the stuckness and the aliveness and the mystery that lives beneath it all. If you feel called to explore what it’s like to be met in a space of honesty, clarity, and compassion, this group may be for you.
EMBODYING THE MYSTERY | GROUP DETAILS
dates:
WEDNESDAY - 6.30-8PM (approx 75 to 90 mins)
(PLEASE ARRIVE 5-10 MINUTES BEFORE THE START TIME)
NEXT GROUP: WILL BE ANNOUNCED SOON
COST:
20-30$ SLIDING SCALE
VENUE:
Sola Dojo - 906 S St Francis Dr, Santa Fe
“This has been an extraordinary experience for me. Derek has provided a very organized and contained space to practice the different techniques to connect to our body and feel the energy move through and replenish us”
“It was such a pleasure to be part of the group and to collectively share experiences of awakening’s of our system. Truly phenomenal and Derek’s gentle guidance and expertise was key to my own progress throughout the course. ”
“I highly recommend this group for anyone who is curious about somatic practice’s, and awakening of their own system. The subtle yet powerful practices, and guidance organically opens up an invitation towards an internal journey of ‘self’. ”
We’ll Explore Together:
Partner and group practices to awaken embodied presence throughout your day
Somatic movement to settle the nervous system and return to inner ground
Archetypal lenses to illuminate unconscious patterns and reclaim vitality
Relational dyads that create a sacred space to be both seen and to deeply see
Energetic and somatic tracking tools to tune in to the quiet intelligence of the body
Practices for gently meeting emotional blocks with presence and compassion
Opportunities to feel and restore inner resources, trust, power, sensitivity, stillness
Time for integration, silence, and group reflection within a held field of support
“Calming, compassionate, friendly, and intensely present! Derek is a naturally gifted healer who has earned my utmost respect through our work together. ”
“Through Derek’s sincere and trusting presence, he helped me to embody myself more than I had ever done before. ”
“Derek has an amazing ability to intuitively know where you are and to meet you there, gently but firmly guiding you to wholeness. ”
WHAT THIS WORK CAN OPEN IN YOU:
▲ A clearer connection to your body’s inner compass, guiding you from within
▲ A deeper trust in your moment-to-moment experience—without needing to fix it
▲ The ability to rest in the unknown and welcome what arises
▲ Inner stability and nervous system regulation through grounded somatic practice
▲ A reclaiming of archetypal strengths long buried under self-protection
▲ Insight into long-standing relational or emotional patterns
▲ More honest and nourishing connection with others
▲ A deeper sense of spiritual presence that includes your whole humanity
▲ Creative openings for how to meet the challenges of your everyday life
GROUP DETAILS
This group could be a powerful support if you’ve touched deeper states of being and want to root them more fully in your daily life or if you’re simply curious how somatic awareness, archetypes, and relational practice can open new pathways of growth, healing, and clarity.
We’ll meet in a held group field that supports truth, stillness, and connection. Each session includes body-centered practices to help you settle and ground, partner and group explorations to deepen insight, and space to reflect and integrate together.
This is not a space to strive or perform. It’s a space to be met, to soften, open, and return to the aliveness that’s already here.
(PILLOWS WILL BE AVAILABLE AT THE VENUE BUT FEEL FREE TO BRING YOUR OWN MEDITATION CUSHION IF THAT’S MORE COMFORTABLE)
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Wednesdays at Sola Dojo, 906 S St Francis Dr, Santa Fe. Map: https://maps.google.com
Please arrive about 5 minutes before the start time so you can settle. Doors usually open 10 minutes early. Silence your phone before we begin.
We use a sliding scale of $20–30 per session. You can pay at the door via Venmo or exact cash.
No preregistration is required. Just come a little early and we will welcome you in.
Yes, there is plenty of free parking on site.
Please arrive on time if possible. If you come a few minutes late, enter quietly and take a seat without disturbing the group.
We usually meet every Wednesday evening, 6:30–8:00 pm. Please check the website for any changes or updates.
Wear comfortable layers that let you move and breathe. Yoga pants, soft tees, or similar are perfect. Shoes are optional, most people go barefoot or wear socks.
Bring a water bottle. If you like extra support, you are welcome to bring a meditation cushion or a firm pillow. A small journal and pen can be useful for notes after practices.
No prior experience is required. All levels are welcome, and practices are guided step by step. This group is not a substitute for therapy, however, and may not be the right place if you are currently feeling highly unsafe in your body or working with unprocessed trauma. If you are uncertain, feel free to reach out before attending.
Yes, some gentle movement and partnered practices are often part of the evening. Everything is invitational, and you are welcome to adjust for your body’s needs.
It’s a framework I’ve developed for embodied, archetypal awakening and healing. You can learn more here: https://www.lensesthatliberate.com/lenses-that-liberate
You can explore a handful of free, foundational practices here: https://www.lensesthatliberate.com/general-resources
Individual sessions: You can schedule a private 60-minute session with me here: https://calendly.com/derek-sheahan/60-min
Courses & groups: Explore ongoing offerings and recorded courses here: https://www.lensesthatliberate.com/store
Yes, we ask everyone to respect the privacy of others by keeping personal shares within the group.
Absolutely. The group is open to new participants each week.
“I highly recommend working with Derek, some of my most profound realizations have come through our work together. ”
“Derek posseses a rare and inspiring capacity to swiftly locate core afflictions that disturb the psyche and the growth it craves. ”
