A practical, whole-body approach to nervous system regulation using SIMPLE strategies, designed specifically for those living with chronic illness and/or neurodivergence.
Learn how to understand your body's signals, recognize your triggers, navigate flare-ups, and build a lifestyle that supports your nervous system without adding another overwhelming routine to your plate.
Created by Dr. Nicole Woodruff, Occupational Therapist, Pelvic Health Specialist, and fellow chronic illness warrior.
You've probably heard it ALL before.
"Just take a deep breath."
"Try meditating."
"You need to manage your stress."
...it can leave you feeling a bit like this. 🙄
When you're living with chronic conditions like dysautonomia / POTS, symptomatic joint hypermobility (hEDS/HSD), and ADHD / autism, your nervous system may have a mind of its own. And those types of suggestions can feel incredibly frustrating.
Because oftentimes, your body has a legitimate physiological reason for feeling overwhelmed.
And while breathwork and meditation can be wonderful tools, nervous system regulation is SO much more than that.
It's learning to recognize your body's signals before they become impossible to ignore.
It's learning your triggers and flare patterns. It's knowing when your body needs movement, nourishment, sensory input, or REST.
And learning how to respond to your symptoms without immediately spiraling into fear.
And ultimately?
It's building a lifestyle that supports your nervous system so you can spend less time simply surviving and more time actually LIVING.
That's exactly why I created this course.
I used to feel either so confused by my body or just completely dissociate altogether. I pushed through my body's signals, ignored symptoms, and buried my inner struggles deep within my body.
I'd spend my days and nights scrolling, consuming content and feeling completely frozen.
I didn't even realize I was having a nervous system response. Nor did I understand ANY of the signals my body was sending me.
I spent YEARS in pain, riddled with GI symptoms, brain fog, fatigue, anxiety, inflammation - yet most doctors had no answers for me.
I pushed through because I didn't think there was anything else I could do. Looking back now, I understand how loud my body was SCREAMING at me for attention (and to slow down). I just didn't know how to listen or what I was even listening to.
I used to think it was normal to nap every day after work. Or completely crash after school. And before I had kids, I could afford to do those things. I had the time to rest - to accommodate myself and mask my symptoms because I could build in the appropriate downtime my body needed.
But after becoming a mom, my subconscious coping strategies were exposed. I couldn't rest when I needed or escape from the sensory overload, and my nervous system revolted. I was stuck in a constant state of stress, shifting between fight-flight-freeze allll throughout the day.
And here I was, a stay-at-home mom (at the time), having no idea how to regulate or what I even NEEDED to feel better, caring for an infant in the height of the pandemic.
I was a MESS to say the very least.
But over these last few years, something magical has happened in that I found my way back home to myself. And when I say back, I mean I actually truly FOUND myself - who I really am and what I need on a cellular level... for the very first time in my life.
Because even though at the time I had been an OT for close to a decade, I had no idea how to care for my nervous system, attend to my sensory needs, adjust my daily routines, or make the lifestyle modifications needed to actually thrive as a new parent. I was living in survival mode - and wasn't even aware of it at the time. I just thought all of it was normal.
Because no one ever showed me differently.
AND that's why I'm SO passionate about this topic. And why I've spent months pouring so much into this!
Because I know I'm not alone out there and I truly understand what it's like to feel alone in your body, like no one else understands, while simultaneously not even understanding how to get yourself to a better place.
That's why I'm here. To break down the BASICS for you. In bite sized videos, with realistic strategies and practical tools and worksheets to help you build consistent habits over time.
Because if I can do it, so can you.
Practical strategies to understand and support your body.
This self-paced course combines nervous system education, practical regulation strategies, and lifestyle tools to help you develop a more supportive relationship with your body.
I've created this because I GET IT! AND I've been there too.
Drawing from over 14 years of experience as an Occupational Therapist, my specialized work with complex chronic illness, and my own lived experiences with hEDS, POTS, and ADHD, I've brought together the strategies I use with my clients AND in my own daily life.
This course course requires no expensive equipment, no rigid daily routines, AND zero expectations that you'll feel calm 24/7 🤪
You'll learn practical strategies and tools you can adapt to meet your unique nervous system, energy levels, and lifestyle.
Understand your nervous system and why chronic illness and neurodivergence can make regulation more challenging
Identify your personal triggers, patterns, and early warning signs that you're becoming dysregulated
Learn "regulation zones," how to recognize which one you're in, and respond with strategies that actually work for your body
Build a personalized toolbox of movement, breathwork, sensory strategies, and other regulation practices
Navigate flare-ups with greater confidence and a personalized response plan
Incorporate nourishment, pacing, rest, and healthy boundaries into your everyday life
Rebuild trust in yourself and create a more intentional path forward
Because I want you to get to a place where you understand your body well enough to know what works for YOU. Where you can recognize the early signs of a flare, make adjustments without second-guessing yourself, and spend less time worrying about your symptoms and more time actually enjoying your life.
We'll break down nervous system physiology into simple, understandable concepts, including:
How your autonomic nervous system works
The connection between the nervous system and dysautonomia, chronic illness, & neurodivergence
Understanding fight-flight-freeze, using simplified "regulation zones"
How to recognize your body's early warning signs
Identifying triggers and understanding your personal flare patterns
Explore a variety of accessible strategies designed to support different nervous system states, energy levels, and sensory needs, including:
Movement & Body-Based Regulation
Mind-Body & Sensory Regulation
Lifestyle & Recovery
You'll learn not only HOW to use these tools, but how to identify which strategies are most appropriate for your body in different situations.
Create your personalized Regulation Menu.
Recognize and respond to flare-ups
Build a Flare Response Plan
Regulation strategies for ADHD and neurodivergent brains
Develop sustainable habits without rigid routines
Build resilience and learn to trust your body's signals
Because your healing journey deserves to be about more than managing symptoms.
We'll explore how your mindset, boundaries, daily choices, and relationship with yourself influence your overall well-being.
Through guided reflection and the creation of your personal Desire Statement, you'll begin identifying what you're actually building capacity FOR.
Practical tools you can return to whenever you need them.
Your course includes downloadable resources designed to make implementation SIMPLE.
Trigger & Flare Tracking Worksheets to identify patterns, recognize warning signs, and better understand your body's responses.
Build Your Regulation Menu - Create a personalized collection of strategies for different energy levels and nervous system states.
Flare Response Plan - Develop an actionable plan for navigating difficult symptom days with less overwhelm.
Desire Statement Workbook designed to explore our mindset around chronic illness and clarify your intentions, values, and vision for moving forward.
Guided Meditation & Affirmations to more easily support mindfulness, self-compassion, and connection with your body.
Exercise & Breathwork Guides - instructions for breathwork, stability exercises, and POTS-friendly floor movements I use with my in-person clients.
Everything is designed to help you spend less time researching what to do and more time actually supporting yourself.
Google Review, Intuitive Therapies & Pelvic Health
"Dr. Nicole has really impacted my health journey in so many ways! She is super knowledgeable and listens to your concerns no matter how many you have. Her care goes beyond just pelvic floor work. She has supported and guided me in addressing my chronic conditions and getting help to start managing them. When I first started seeing Dr. Nicole I had little to no answers for the issues and pain I was dealing with daily. She always makes me feel safe and has helped me find a confidence in my life. She really cares about her patients and wants to see them thrive!"
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Google Review, Intuitive Therapies & Pelvic Health
"I can't say enough good things about Nicole! I jokingly told her where have you been all my life, but it's kind of true! She has gone above and beyond to help me with not just pelvic health but general chronic musculoskeletal issues. Finding someone who truly understands hypermobility is so difficult, but Nicole is one of the only people I have ever met who not only understands it but also knows what to actually do with it. She goes above and beyond every single session, and I am always so impressed with her knowledge, skill, and attentiveness. She truly cares about her clients, and I never feel rushed or like just another number. If I could give her more than 5 stars, I would!"
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Google Review, Intuitive Therapies & Pelvic Health
"TL;DR: If I could give 10 stars, I would. Nicole Woodruff of Intuitive Therapies & Pelvic Health is hands down the best Occupational Therapist, for both the general public and those with multiple chronic illnesses, like myself. She is understanding and empathetic, having had similar or identical experiences herself, and is determined to help see me improve and customized a plan specific for me. I feel truly seen as a person instead of just a patient. I cannot thank her or recommend her enough for what she has been able to do for me."
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Google Review, Intuitive Therapies & Pelvic Health
Dr. Nicole is incredible! Not only does she take a holistic/integrative approach, she is extremely intuitive, empathetic, and approachable. I started seeing Nicole for pelvic floor therapy but she was quickly able to identify a lot of contributing muscles weakness in my glutes and deep core and work with me to start getting stronger. She has a ton of tools in her tool kit so every session looks a little bit different which I love- myofascial work, cupping, strength training, breathwork, pelvic bowl meditations, etc. She is the best!"
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Note: These testimonials reflect individual experiences with Dr. Nicole's clinical services, not results from this online course. Individual experiences and outcomes vary.
Absolutely not! While this course was created with chronic illness and neurodivergence in mind, the education and regulation strategies can benefit anyone looking to better understand their nervous system, manage overwhelm, and build healthier daily habits. That being said, not all modules may apply (for example, flare tracking).
This course was designed primarily for people who are newer to nervous system regulation or who have tried a few strategies in the past but haven't quite figured out what works for them.
We'll start with the foundations and build from there, helping you better understand your body, recognize your triggers and early warning signs, and explore practical tools you can actually incorporate into your everyday life.
If you're already well-versed in nervous system regulation, have a solid understanding of your body's patterns, and have an established toolbox of strategies that work for you, this course may not offer a lot of new information.
But if you're still trying to connect the dots between what you're feeling, what your body needs, and how to respond, you're exactly who I created this course for!
No. Nervous system regulation is not a cure for chronic illness, and I would never suggest otherwise. However, learning to recognize your body's signals, support your nervous system, and respond to stressors more intentionally may help you better manage aspects of daily life with chronic illness. This course is intended to complement—not replace—appropriate medical care.
That's exactly why I included a variety of strategies, including gentle, low-energy, and horizontal options.
You can work through the material at your own pace and choose practices appropriate for your current capacity.
Not every strategy will be appropriate for every condition or symptom day.
No! Most of the strategies taught in this course require little to no equipment.
I'll also discuss optional tools and consumer devices, but purchasing additional equipment is not necessary to benefit from the course.
You're in the right place! As someone who lives with ADHD myself, I understand how overwhelming rigid routines can feel. That's why this course emphasizes building a flexible Regulation Menu rather than another strict daily checklist.
Yes! You can work through the lessons at a pace that feels manageable for your body, schedule, and energy levels.
No. This is an educational course and does not establish a therapist-client relationship or replace individualized medical evaluation, treatment, or rehabilitation.
The special $97 founding member price is available for seven days, beginning October 19 and ending October 25, 2026, at 11:59 PM ET.
After that, the price increases to $197.
Imagine knowing your body well enough to recognize when something feels off, before you're completely overwhelmed or heading into another flare.
Knowing what helps YOU feel better, instead of constantly searching for the next tool, supplement, or strategy.
Being able to recognize your patterns, make adjustments when you need to, and feel more confident in the decisions you're making for your health.
And most importantly? Having more time and energy for the things you actually WANT to be doing.
I know we all have a million things going on. I know the thought of another course may feel overwhelming. But I promise, if you take your time with this and slowly work through the modules, you'll learn more about yourself and how your unique nervous system is designed. We're all made differently and that's why exploring different tools is a key part of this course.
Learning how to listen to YOUR body and using SIMPLE strategies to regulate consistently is what it's all about.
Your enrollment includes:
✓ Comprehensive nervous system education tailored to chronic illness and neurodivergence
✓ A library of practical regulation strategies and video demonstrations
✓ Guided meditation and affirmation resources
✓ Downloadable worksheets, exercise guides, and personalized planning tools
✓ Education on flare management, pacing, sensory needs, and sustainable lifestyle changes
✓ Mindset and Desire Statement exercises to help you reconnect with your goals and values
SAVE $100 WHEN YOU ENROLL BY OCTOBER 25!
For less than the cost of a single follow-up session at my private practice, you can access the education and tools I've spent years learning, refining, and using with my clients.
And unlike a single appointment, these are resources you can revisit as your needs change.
Founder of the Connective Collective
I'm an Occupational Therapist with over 14 years of experience and the founder of Intuitive Therapies & Pelvic Health, my private practice specializing in pelvic health and complex chronic conditions.
But my experience goes far beyond my credentials.
I also live with hEDS, POTS, and ADHD.
I understand what it's like to have a body that doesn't always cooperate. To experience unpredictable symptoms and feel overwhelmed by everything you're supposed to be doing to improve your health.
And I've learned that sometimes the constant pursuit of healing can become exhausting in itself.
I'm also a wife to my husband, Cort, a mom to two little boys, and guardian to a teenager. Outside of work, you'll usually find me spending time with my family, cheering on the Philadelphia Eagles, traveling, or enjoying live music.
I created this course because I believe everyone deserves access to education that helps them better understand their body—without needing to spend thousands of dollars or countless hours piecing everything together themselves.
My hope is that this course helps you feel more informed, empowered, and confident in how you care for yourself.
Nervous System Regulation Made Simple is an educational and self-guided wellness course created by Dr. Nicole Woodruff, OTD, OTR/L. All content, including videos, exercises, demonstrations, and downloadable resources, is provided for general educational and informational purposes only.
This course is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any medical condition and does not replace individualized medical advice, evaluation, or treatment from a qualified healthcare professional. Participation in this course does not establish a therapist–patient relationship.
The strategies shared are designed to support nervous system awareness, self-regulation, and everyday well-being. Individual responses may vary, particularly for those living with chronic illness, dysautonomia, hypermobility, or other complex health conditions.
Please consult your healthcare provider before beginning new exercises or wellness practices, especially if you have underlying medical conditions. Always modify activities according to your individual needs and abilities, and discontinue any practice that causes pain, dizziness, worsening symptoms, or significant discomfort.
Nervous system regulation is a supportive practice, not a cure for chronic illness. Results are not guaranteed, and this course should be used as a complement to—not a replacement for—appropriate medical care.