KATE HOLT, RN, CCEP
Executive DirectorKate teaches Core Energetics internationally. She owns Holt Mentoring and Education Services, which includes her private practice, working with individuals, couples and groups, as well as integrated business mentoring for transformation-industry entrepreneurs. Kate has a deep love for the work of Core Energetics and its ripple effect in the world.
JIM JOHNSTON CCEP
Academic DirectorIn Practice for 10 years, Jim began as a Core Energetics client and found tremendous personal transformation leading him to a practice in NYC, positions at ICE, NYC Living Core, Nyack Living Core, international teaching, and co-founding Corevolution NYC. He believes in the power of this work to change lives.
KUNO BACHBAUER, MD, CCEP
Faculty MemberFrom Austria, early on in his life, Kuno was attracted to the combination of therapy, bodywork, and spirituality. After a life-changing experience with John Pierrakos, M.D., Kuno trained in Core Energetics, graduating in 1992. Now a senior faculty member, he shares his passion of correlating current medical findings with the Core Energetics process.
SHERRI BROWN, CCEP
Faculty MemberSherri has taught at Nyack Living Core and is the co-creator and co-facilitator of Corevolution: The Bridge Process, a 2-year personal transformation program. She has a full-time practice in NYC working with individuals, couples (EMM Certified), and facilitates group process. She approaches her work with intuition, creativity, passion and love.
SAM CAGNINA, CCEP
Faculty MemberSam has been recognized for his intuitive and creative approach to working with the body for decades. His passion and depth of knowledge of the body/mind connection provides exceptional support for individuals seeking change in their lives. Sam runs a full-time private practice in NYC, facilitates The Art of Practice groups and is also the Co-Director of the Nyack Core Program.
BRIAN CAMERON, CCEP
Faculty MemberBrian completed his certification in Core Energetics at the NY Institute of Core Energetics and has a private practice in NYC. He has held faculty positions with Corevolution and the Art of Intimacy programs, also in NYC. He has over 20 years of experience coaching and managing teams in business. He is dedicated to group process work, particularly creating space where men can find strength in their vulnerability.
CHARLES CORLEY, LMHC, CCEP
Faculty MemberCharles is a senior teacher at the Institute, teaches internationally and is Co-Director of Core Academy in Rhode Island. He has 30 years of experience facilitating groups in areas including substance abuse, actor support, and men’s and adolescents’ groups. He has a full-time private practice as a Core Energetics Practitioner in NYC.
JAC CONAWAY, PhD, CCEP
Faculty MemberJac has been a Core Energetics Practitioner since 1978 and a Pathwork Helper since 1979. He has a private practice in Olivebridge, NY and online. He also does financial consulting for individual practitioners as well as small and closely held businesses, specializing in family businesses. Jac teaches in many parts of the world.
AIDAN FISHER, CCEP
Faculty MemberAidan is a certified Core Energetics Practitioner, Naturo-therapist, Radical Aliveness Process Leader and Exceptional Marriage Mentor. He is the Director of the Montreal Living Core 3-year program and Montreal Core Energetics Summer Retreat. In full time practice since 2009, Aidan works with individuals, couples and groups in Montreal, Canada. He loves this work.
BRIAN GLEASON, CSW, CCEP
Faculty MemberBrian is a licensed psychotherapist and has been in private practice for 20 years. With a special interest in working with individuals and couples around committed relationships, Brian and his wife Marcia have developed a process called Exceptional Marriage, which integrates Core Energetics into relationship therapy. Brian is a senior faculty member with a private practice in North Carolina.
MARCIA GLEASON, LCSW, CCEP
Faculty Member40 years of experience in clinical social work, Marcia's primary practice modalities are a synthesis of Core Energetics, Internal Family Systems and Embodied Couples Work. She is co-founder of the "Exceptional Marriage Mentoring Program" developed with her husband Brian, and together they teach Embodied Couples Work Trainings worldwide. She is also a co-author of two books on relationships.
CYNTHIA KAGOSHIMA, CCEP
Faculty MemberCynthia has a private practice in NYC and NJ and Co-Leads the Art of Practice Core Process Group. Working deeply with emotion and the body, she helps her clients find and trust their own inner and visceral wisdom. She believes the Core Energetics process allows individuals to embrace all aspects of themselves thereby creating freedom and a greater depth of life experience.
BARRA KAHN, MA, CCEP
Faculty MemberBarra maintains a practice in D.C. where she works with individuals, couples, and groups. She also leads workshops, has taught Yoga and body-work for 40 years, and teaches Nonverbal Communication at GMU. Formerly, she was Artistic Director at the National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts.
KARIN KNOBLICH, CCEP, OSC
Faculty MemberKarin is certified in Core Energetics, Exceptional Marriage Mentoring and Radical Aliveness. She has studied Pathwork and has a background as a photographer. In private practice in NYC, Karin works with individuals, couples and groups. Her passion is supporting others deepen their capacity to love and to embody their full potential.
LYNN KREADEN, CCEP
Faculty MemberLynn Kreaden is a senior faculty member of the Core Energetics Institute with over 25 years' experience working with intimacy and sexuality. She works with singles and couples, as well as survivors of sexual, cultural and generational trauma. She teaches internationally and is based in NYC where she has a private practice.
LISA LOUSTAUNAU CCEP, OSC
Faculty MemberIn Core Energetics practice for more than 22 years, Lisa trained under Core’s founder, John Pierrakos MD. An international workshop leader, process facilitator, teacher and supervisor of Core Energetics practitioners, Lisa is also among the top one percent of most-endorsed American psychotherapists on LinkedIn and practices in Stamford, CT.
JESSICA NYGREN, CCEP, BHSP
Faculty MemberJessica has broad experience in community clinical services and private practice since 2010. She teaches internationally and offers Brennan Healing Science and Core Energetics services online and in-person out of Hoboken, NJ. She is passionate about supporting clients recover from trauma and unlock their potential for love and healing.
DAVID PHILLIPS, CCEP MeD, BBA
Faculty MemberDavid is the Founder of Energetic Awakenings in Cleveland, OH. He is a workshop leader and group facilitator for organizations dealing with topics such as racism, conflict, & LGBTQ cultural competency. David holds his Master of Education in Adult Learning & Development. He is a Certified Core Energetics Practitioner, Reiki Master, and Certified Coach.
DOUG WIRTH CCEP
Faculty MemberSince 1989, Doug has worked with individuals/couples/groups. He earned a BSW from UWGB, his masters from Hunter College, graduated from ICE in 2011 and joined the faculty in 2012. Previously, Doug was a senior faculty member of the American Psychological Association, served on Institute of Medicine workgroups, and was a senior health policy advisor to NYC Mayor’s Dinkins and Giuliani.
