Growing up I never gave communication much thought. I just assumed it was something we all did, and we all did it pretty much the same. My philosophy was to stay away from any conflict so there'd be no need to resolve it. There were people who I liked, and then there was the rest of the world. Now I see with the use of some simple tools like empathy, listening, an understanding of how we protect ourselves, and how we regulate our nervous systems we can come back into harmony with those in which we need to be in relationship.
As the founder of Clearing Conversations, I support and facilitate tough conversations between my clients, as well as, offer classes and workshops to groups and businesses. I have worked with clients such as AirBnB, California Department of Public Health, and Medal.com.
The foundation of my work is built upon the most important part of any ongoing relationship: trust. By teaching the complexity of human interaction through emotional intelligence, nervous system reactions, word choices, defense mechanisms, body language, and neuro-diversity I support others in having fulfilling interactions and communicating what they intend.
I received a bachelor's degree in Sociology from George Washington University and continued my education in Non-Violent Communication, The Coaches Training Institute, Davis Dyslexia Correction Program, and Luminous Body Institute. In the past, I've loved coaching new performers in creating and telling their vulnerable and raw stories on stage.
I also do a lot of navel staring and ego busting activities to keep me on my toes.
As the founder of Clearing Conversations, I support and facilitate tough conversations between my clients, as well as, offer classes and workshops to groups and businesses. I have worked with clients such as AirBnB, California Department of Public Health, and Medal.com.
The foundation of my work is built upon the most important part of any ongoing relationship: trust. By teaching the complexity of human interaction through emotional intelligence, nervous system reactions, word choices, defense mechanisms, body language, and neuro-diversity I support others in having fulfilling interactions and communicating what they intend.
I received a bachelor's degree in Sociology from George Washington University and continued my education in Non-Violent Communication, The Coaches Training Institute, Davis Dyslexia Correction Program, and Luminous Body Institute. In the past, I've loved coaching new performers in creating and telling their vulnerable and raw stories on stage.
I also do a lot of navel staring and ego busting activities to keep me on my toes.
Invite Misha to speak at your next event
I'm happy to speak on the topics of communication containers, defense mechanisms, consent, and accountability. If you have a specific topic you'd like me to cover, let's chat!
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From Protection to Connection: Understanding Defense Mechanisms
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Consent & Accountability: What does it mean as a Community?
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Professional Clients
Business Facilitation
"Thank YOU for taking the time to come in and speak with our team. I have used the content in my 1:1s and I know several people have employed the tools you gave us in their day to day. "
-A.H, AirBnB 2013
-A.H, AirBnB 2013
Festival & Event Peer Support
SoulPlay Festival
Director of Culture & Peer Support Lead 2017-current |
Beloved Festival
Peer Support Lead 2019 |
Bonobo Network
Co-Producer & Peer Support Lead 2010-current |
Burning Man Project
Peer Support Team 2018-current (We support staff and volunteer leads at the event and throughout the year.) |
Speaking Engagements
2022 SoulPlay
2021 SoulPlay
2020 PleasureFest
2020 Light & Shadow Virtual Festival
2020 Love Thyself Conference
2020 Wisdom Exchange: A Skillshare on Community Building
2019 SoulPlay Fallfest, September
2019 Beloved Festival, August
2019 SoulPlay Festival, June
2019 Lucidity Festival, April 12-13
2019 Burning Man HQ, Operations Summit
2018 SoulPlay Festivals, SoulSupport Lead Sept 13-16
2018 KQED Article SoulPlay is a shining light in this sexual abuse in the yoga community
2018 Burning Man, workshops Aug 27-Sept 3
2018 SoulPlay Festivals, SoulSupport Lead June 8-10, http://soulplay.co/festival/safety
2018 Dossie Easton. Consulting on new 12 week Navigating Consent program for survivors and transgressors. Starts May 15
2018 GURLS: Girls Ultimate Revolutionary Leadership Series. How mediation supports strong leadership. April 28
2017 UC Berkeley. Spoke to psychology class on communication, dating, and consent practices.
2015 California Department of Public Health. Conflict Resolution in the Work Place
2013 AirBnB. Class on best practices in business for communication flow
2021 SoulPlay
2020 PleasureFest
2020 Light & Shadow Virtual Festival
2020 Love Thyself Conference
2020 Wisdom Exchange: A Skillshare on Community Building
2019 SoulPlay Fallfest, September
2019 Beloved Festival, August
2019 SoulPlay Festival, June
2019 Lucidity Festival, April 12-13
2019 Burning Man HQ, Operations Summit
2018 SoulPlay Festivals, SoulSupport Lead Sept 13-16
2018 KQED Article SoulPlay is a shining light in this sexual abuse in the yoga community
2018 Burning Man, workshops Aug 27-Sept 3
2018 SoulPlay Festivals, SoulSupport Lead June 8-10, http://soulplay.co/festival/safety
2018 Dossie Easton. Consulting on new 12 week Navigating Consent program for survivors and transgressors. Starts May 15
2018 GURLS: Girls Ultimate Revolutionary Leadership Series. How mediation supports strong leadership. April 28
2017 UC Berkeley. Spoke to psychology class on communication, dating, and consent practices.
2015 California Department of Public Health. Conflict Resolution in the Work Place
2013 AirBnB. Class on best practices in business for communication flow