Speaking and Trainings

Speaking and Trainings on Reducing Stress, Burnout, and Healing using Mind-Body and Nervous System Approaches

Empowering People Through The Wisdom Of Our Bodies

With a foundation in trauma-informed care and a commitment to holistic/ somatic healing, I offer specialized speaking and training sessions designed for mental health professionals, organizations, and communities. My focus is on accessing the power of our nervous systems through Brainspotting, Polyvagal Theory, Somatic Experiencing, and other somatic therapies to enhance therapeutic practices and promote resilience naturally.

Training Opportunities

I am available for in-person and virtual trainings and seminars tailored to your organization's needs. Possible topics include:

Training and Development for clinical and corporate teams to reduce stress and burnout and promote resilience from a mind / body approachch

  • Delve into the principles of Brainspotting, a powerful modality that accesses the brain's self-healing capacities to move past trauma, addiction, anxiety and other challenges. Learn how to identify, process, and release core neurophysiological sources of emotional and physical pain. Understand how you can you principles of Expansion to improve performance overcome creative blocks, and to be the best version of your future self.

  • Understand the intricacies of the autonomic nervous system through the lens of Polyvagal Theory. This training offers insights into how safety, connection, and regulation impact our well-being and therapeutic outcomes. This training can be tailored to both clinicians and non-clinicians deepening the knowledge of how we experience the world.

  • Explore Somatic Experiencing techniques that address trauma by focusing on bodily sensations. Participants will gain tools to help clients renegotiate and heal from traumatic experiences, chronic stress, and other activating experiences without re-traumatization.

  • Combine elements from various somatic modalities to create a comprehensive approach to therapy. This training emphasizes the importance of body awareness, movement, and mindfulness in facilitating healing.

  • Custom training opportunities upon request and based on organizational and community needs. Reach out today to discuss your needs related to reducing stress, trauma, and activation using a brain/ body/ nervous system approach!

Speaking Engagements

I am available for keynote speeches, workshops, and seminars tailored to your organization's needs. Topics include:

  • The Role of the Mind & Body in Stress Management

  • Enhancing Performance Through Unlocking Our Nervous System

  • Building Resilience: Strategies for Professionals

  • Building Resilience: Strategies for Mental Health Clinicians

  • Integrating Somatic Approaches into Therapy: How You Can Help Clients Heal Deeper Than Imagined

  • Custom Engagements Upon Request

Dan VerBout leading somatic therapy training in Minnesota Polyvagal Theory workshop for therapists

Why Hire Dan for Training & Development?

When it comes to creating impactful change, whether in a clinical setting or a corporate boardroom, you need more than just information. You need someone who can translate complex concepts into practical tools your team can use immediately. With a rare blend of real-world business acumen and deep clinical expertise, I bring a unique and results-driven approach to professional development.

For Businesses & Organizations:

Decades of Insight, Grounded in Experience

While a licensed psychotherapist, I spent over 10 years working within a Fortune 10 company, leading teams, facilitating professional growth, and driving performance through process improvement and emotional intelligence. I understand the pressures of high-stakes environments and the cost of burnout—both to your people and your bottom line.

I now specialize in helping organizations foster resilience, psychological safety, and embodied leadership. Whether your team is navigating constant change, struggling with disconnection, or in need of tools to prevent burnout, I offer trainings that blend neuroscience, somatic awareness, and practical strategies to improve performance and well-being.

What You Can Expect:

  • A trauma-informed, science-backed approach to leadership development

  • Tools to regulate stress and increase team cohesion

  • A compelling, down-to-earth speaking style that engages both heart and mind

  • Customized content that speaks directly to the challenges your team is facing

For Mental Health Clinics & Providers:

Clinical Expertise Meets Embodied Practice

As a licensed psychotherapist with advanced training in Brainspotting, Somatic Experiencing, and Polyvagal Theory, I specialize in helping clinicians move beyond talk therapy to engage the body as an essential part of healing.

Whether you're looking to train your staff in cutting-edge somatic modalities, deepen your team’s understanding of trauma, or improve client outcomes through regulation-based interventions, I provide accessible, engaging training that translates into immediate clinical impact.

What You Can Expect:

  • Expansive clinical experience treating trauma, addiction, and sexual health concerns

  • Advanced certifications in leading somatic modalities

  • Clear, digestible explanations of neuroscience and nervous system regulation

  • A focus on both professional skill-building and personal embodiment

Let’s Build Something That Lasts

Whether you're a healthcare leader, HR director, clinic owner, or team supervisor, investing in your people’s nervous system literacy, regulation capacity, and trauma-informed skills isn’t just a benefit—it’s essential. I’m here to partner with you in creating workplaces and clinical spaces where people thrive, not just survive.