“There’s always grace.”
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About Me
Amanda Benjamin is a clinical social worker who specializes in creating healing spaces for Black and Brown folks. Since 2016, she has committed herself to supporting Black and Brown youth and activists, guided by the principles of gentleness, intentionality, and honesty. She believes in the healing power of nature and community and is dedicated to Black liberation, both personally and collectively. Her approach to healing work is mindfulness-based, client-centered and liberation-focused. She has worked extensively in school settings and in private practice as a therapist, and she thrives in cultivating authentic, interconnected group dynamics. She finds it to be a true honor to hold space and support others in navigating their own healing journeys.
My journey
Education
- Master of Social Work, 2016
University of Maryland, Baltimore
- Bachelor of Arts in International Studies, 2011
University of Richmond
Trainings
- Connecting to the Present with Trauma from the Past: Trauma-Informed Mindfulness
- Nature Informed Therapy
- Professional Training Program in Mind-Body Medicine
- Decolonizing Therapy for Black Folks
- Healing the Fragmented Selves of Trauma Survivors
Licensure
- Licensed Certified Social Worker–Clinical (LCSW-C) in the State of Maryland, June 2020
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Healing Circles
- The Healing Circle is a sacred space crafted for BIPOC folks to come together and embark on a journey of wellness and self-discovery. During these intentional, nature-based experiences, participants will explore the healing power of nature and community within a small processing space.
- Guided by principles of mind-body medicine, our gatherings offer immersive experiences designed to nurture introspection, healing, and connection. Through self-reflective activities, meditative practices, and group discussions, participants uncover the profound wisdom found within nature and among community.
- Healing Circle participants will:
- Define mindfulness and mind-body medicine practices
- Acquire accessible mindfulness and meditative exercises that can be used in everyday life
- Explore nature's connection to mindfulness and its mental health benefits
- Engage in nature-based self-reflections, fostering self-discovery and community connection
see below for upcoming events!
Upcoming events
rsvp here!
or click here for the eventbrite link
past events
2024
In Bloom: A BIPOC Healing Space
in collaboration with BMore Liberated
at Patterson Park
May 2024
“Resistance Climbing:” Film Screening and Reflection
February 2024 with Pigtown Climbs at Red Emma’s
March-June 2022 at Backyard Basecamp
Sister Circle Series
Healing Circle for Black & Brown women and femmes
Contact page
agroundingspace@gmail.com
@thegroundingspace_