Lyme Resilience Collective

Lyme Resilience Collective 💚COMMUNITY. EDUCATION.

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✨For the chronically ill ready to heal!
🧠Certified Brainspotting Consultant + Therapist 🦠Mold Illness Support
👩🏼‍🎓LMSW☀️Mental & Social Well-being
🧬Neuroscience

Over the past few months, I’ve been balancing a full client schedule, consistent treatments 3x/week (yes, including Satu...
03/18/2026

Over the past few months, I’ve been balancing a full client schedule, consistent treatments 3x/week (yes, including Saturdays), and physical therapy! This weekend I still had the energy to hike twice.

That hasn’t always been my reality.

What’s been making the difference:
• Nervous system regulation & retraining
• EBOO therapy
• Hyperbaric oxygen therapy

I began this protocol after dealing with health challenges following toxin exposure in my apartment, along with an infection last September.

Healing isn’t linear, but this is a reminder of what’s possible when you support the body in the right ways.

Even though the Arizona heat is creeping in and hiking season is short-lived, I’m feeling incredibly grateful for this moment - and how far I’ve come. Also, how far my clients have come. 🧠

If you’re navigating something similar, you’re not alone 💚🌱 Let’s not forget that nature is healing..
And that’s coming from the girl who wouldn’t even walk over tiny patches of grass 5 years ago.

✨ **A Rare Opportunity: Live Brainspotting Demonstration**I’m honored to share a **very special event** I’ll be hosting ...
03/12/2026

✨ **A Rare Opportunity: Live Brainspotting Demonstration**

I’m honored to share a **very special event** I’ll be hosting later this month - a LIVE Brainspotting demonstration! I was personally asked if we could publicly showcase a session by the woman recieving this live session. She has experienced such profound benefits from this work that she feels more people deserve the chance to witness the power of this modality.

Because of the deeply personal nature of this work, **this event will be small, intentional, and invite-only.**

🗓 Tuesday, March 24th
⏰ 12:00 PM Pacific | 1:00 PM Mountain | 2:00 PM Central | 3:00 PM Eastern
⏳ **Approximately 80 minutes**

At the beginning of the meeting, all attendees will be asked to briefly turn their cameras on so I can welcome everyone and ensure I know who is present in the group. This helps maintain the safety and integrity of the space we are creating together.

After introductions and once the live demonstration begins:
• Cameras must remain off
• Microphones must remain muted at all times (until Q+A)

During this gathering I will briefly introduce Brainspotting and explain what you will be witnessing before we begin the live demonstration. If the client feels comfortable afterward, she has generously offered to participate in a Q&A so attendees can ask questions about the experience.

This event is incredibly meaningful to me, and I want to be very clear about something:

This will be a sacred healing space.

We are asking everyone who attends to hold the **highest level of professionalism, presence, and respect** for the client courageously sharing her healing process.

**Participation expectations:**
• Be fully present and observing the entire time
• No driving, multitasking, or caregiving during the session
• Arrive on time - late entry will NOT be permitted

💻This is not a passive webinar - it is a **healing container**. I ask that those who join do so with the same level of care and respect that they would want if they were showing up infront of a group with vulnerability.

Because I want this group to remain **intimate and respectful**, invitations will be prioritized for:

• Current and former clients
• Professionals in the **Lyme & mold community**
• Members of my professional network
• Community members I’ve connected with over the past two years since opening the Collective

If you’re newer to the community, you are still welcome to express interest - please know that **limited spots will be prioritized for established members first.**

If this opportunity resonates with you:

✨ Comment and message the Lyme Resilience Collective page or email:
📧 Support@lymecollective.com

Thank you all for the care, curiosity, and respect you bring to this community. I’m truly excited to share this powerful modality with those who feel called to witness it.

- Sami
Founder, Lyme Resilience Collective

03/11/2026

🚨 Need to move out of mold but can’t right away? You’re not alone.

Here are 4 practical steps I personally take to reduce exposure while planning my next move:
1️⃣ Reduce fabrics in your sleeping area - rugs, curtains, bedding.
2️⃣ Keep humidity below 40% with a dehumidifier.
3️⃣ Use a high-quality air filter that goes beyond HEPA filtration.
4️⃣ Increase fresh air whenever possible - “the solution to pollution is dilution” (Dr. Sherry A. Rogers).

💡 Bonus travel tip: I use MoldMap / Mold-Free Traveling to find safer accommodations, bring my own air filter, and swap the filter when I return home.

Moldmap Community Moldmap

⚠️ Disclaimer: This is personal advice, not medical advice. Everyone is different - sensitivity to mold varies, different species of mold have different risks, and some people cannot tolerate even moderate exposure. Ideally, getting out of the space while professional, effective remediation occurs is safest or moving to a new home if that’s what you decide.

🙌 Shout-out: I’m part of a network of mold professionals, so if you’re looking for inspectors or quality remediators in your state, I can help guide you to trusted resources. 🏡

These steps aren’t perfect, but they’re what I’ve found helpful for reducing exposure while planning next steps.

✨ Have you met David Bugenhagen? ✨David is a Lyme warrior, author, home inspector, and a valued member of our Monthly Re...
03/11/2026

✨ Have you met David Bugenhagen? ✨

David is a Lyme warrior, author, home inspector, and a valued member of our Monthly Resilience Gatherings. His strength, kindness, and determination inspire everyone in our community.

Despite the challenges of chronic illness, David continues to show up, connect with others, and spread hope wherever he goes. 💚

📚 His book is available on Amazon if you’d like to support his journey and hear more of his story.

🏃‍♂️ You can also find him at the Lyme Warrior 5K Walk this May!
If you’re in Wisconsin or nearby, consider joining the event and supporting the Lyme community along with havinf the opportunity to speak with David himself!

We are always rooting for David’s continued healing, health, and happiness. Grateful to have him as part of this community. 💫

03/10/2026

In my last video, I shared that many researchers see 3 intersecting factors in chronic illness:

🧬 Genetics
🦠 Infections or environmental exposures
🧠Nervous system dysregulation

Here’s something most people don’t realize:

When we’re experiencing real symptoms, it’s natural to start hyper-focusing on our bodies.

But repeated thoughts like “Why am I so tired today?” or “Is something getting worse?” can signal the brain that danger is present.

Our nervous system responds by staying activated - increasing inflammation, reducing immune resilience, and keeping symptoms going.

Think of it like visualization or guided meditation: the brain doesn’t fully know the difference between imagined or real experiences. Positive visualizations calm the system - but negative thought loops can reinforce stress and symptoms.

This is the self-protective feedback loop:
Symptoms → worry/obsessing → nervous system activation → more symptoms.

This doesn’t mean your symptoms are imagined - they are REAL (& so painful). It just means the nervous system can get stuck trying to protect you.
Supporting the nervous system can help interrupt this loop and create the conditions for the body to repair over time.

At the Lyme Resilience Collective, we teach tools that help people gently retrain these patterns at home, during our monthly Resilience Gatherings, and through experiential guided sessions.







💡 People with chronic illness are constantly told to find the next treatment, supplement, or gadget.But while treatments...
03/10/2026

💡 People with chronic illness are constantly told to find the next treatment, supplement, or gadget.

But while treatments can help, many people overlook something foundational: the nervous system. 🧠✨

When the nervous system has been stuck in survival mode for long periods - due to stress, infections, trauma, or overwhelm - the brain and body can get trapped in protective patterns. This can make symptoms persist and healing feel out of reach.

This is why nervous system support is so important. It helps the brain recognize safety again and allows the body to shift out of survival mode and into repair. 🌿

At the Lyme Resilience Collective, we teach nervous system regulation techniques that clients can use at home to better their health. 🏡💛

We share these practices at our monthly Resilience Gatherings, and we also work one-on-one with people who want consistent, accountable support.

Our offerings include:

✨ Nervous system regulation coaching & experiences

✨ Brainspotting therapy - a powerful way to regulate your nervous system at the root cause and create sustained change in the brain

Healing is not always about adding more. Sometimes it’s about slowing down, simplifying, and working with your body instead of constantly searching outside of it. 🌸Stop outsourcing safety and turn inward.

03/10/2026

Why nervous system work matters for chronic illness 🧠✨

Many chronic conditions develop when genetics, stress, and infections or other microbes come together. These factors can leave the brain and body stuck in a protective loop—making stress, treatments, and daily life feel overwhelming.

Supporting the nervous system can help stabilize the body during treatment, make treatments more effective, and retrain the brain if it’s stuck in survival mode. Recovery is possible, and the brain can learn safety again. 🧠💚

03/06/2026

W.A.I.T!? 👀 What are we talking about? 🧠
Neurological symptoms like brain fog, memory issues, and confusion can actually be triggered by chronic mold exposure. It’s not just “in your head” — toxins from mold can impact your nervous system and cognitive function. Awareness is the first step toward protecting your health.

03/06/2026

A new client recently found their way to me through a referral from their Lyme provider at Ravel Health! I just want to take a moment to say how much I appreciate providers who care enough to collaborate and support their patients’ healing journeys in a truly integrative way. What an honor! 🎉🧠

For those who may not know, Ravel Health offers virtual care for people navigating complex chronic illnesses, including Lyme disease and related conditions. Having providers who understand the complexity of these illnesses and who are open to incorporating nervous system work, trauma processing, and modalities like Brainspotting can make such a meaningful difference for patients.

If you or someone you love is looking for a Lyme-literate provider who offers accessible virtual care, Ravel Health is a wonderful resource to explore. I’ve heard grea things do far from multiple clients.

And to the team there: thank you for trusting me with the care of your patients. It truly means a lot. 💚🩺🥼

Recording is IN SESSION for the 2nd day in a row! 🤸🏼‍♀️✨🧠🌱We have some really wonderful podcast episodes that we will be...
03/03/2026

Recording is IN SESSION for the 2nd day in a row!
🤸🏼‍♀️✨🧠🌱

We have some really wonderful podcast episodes that we will be dropping soon.
🎙️

03/03/2026

🧠✨ LIVE BRAINSPOTTING DEMONSTRATION ✨ 🧠

On Tuesday, March 24th we’re hosting a special 80–90 minute live experience. This will be FREE & VIRTUAL

🕛 12:00 PM Pacific
🕐 1:00 PM Mountain
🕑 2:00 PM Central
🕒 3:00 PM Eastern

One of my clients has courageously volunteered to receive a full 50-minute brainspotting session live so you can witness the process and ask questions afterward.

This is a trauma-informed, sacred healing space. Attendance will be invite-only to ensure safety and respect for the depth of processing taking place.

If you’re interested in:
• Learning what brainspotting actually looks like
• Hearing a real client’s experience
• Asking questions about the modality
• Exploring whether this work could support your healing

Comment or message me “LIVE” and I’ll reach out with next steps.

Deep gratitude to my client for her vulnerability and to this community for valuing meaningful healing work. 💚















🌿 Thank You to Our Wonderful Guest Speaker! 🌿A huge thank you to Heather Sunderland, Board-Certified Functional Health C...
02/24/2026

🌿 Thank You to Our Wonderful Guest Speaker! 🌿
A huge thank you to Heather Sunderland, Board-Certified Functional Health Coach, Founder of Health Coaching by Heather, and Co-Owner of Navigating Mold and CIRS LLC (alongside Bobbi McGrath), for joining yesterday’s Lyme Resilience Collective Monthly Resilience Gathering! Your expertise, holistic approach, and deep knowledge of mold and CIRS made the session truly inspiring.

We also want to thank all our participants for creating such a welcoming and engaged space for Heather, asking thoughtful questions, and contributing to a meaningful discussion. Your curiosity and openness are what make these gatherings so special! 💛
If you’d like to connect with Heather or explore her work, here are her details:

Website: https://healthcoachingbyheather.com/
Email: healthcoachingbyheather@gmail.com
Facebook: Heather Sklar Sunderland
Instagram:
YouTube: Heather Sunderland

✨ Free Resource Heather shared with our group:
Mold Essentials Toolkit: https://links.navigatingmoldandcirs.com/widget/form/1UUPzp51miSDVYzUmXiF

Thank you again, Heather, for your time, wisdom, and the incredible energy you brought to our gathering!

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