Hi, I’m Cecilie
Spreading the science of well-being lights me up!
I’m a yogi, a well-being practitioner, a “Norwegian New Yorker” in Oslo, and a dark chocolate & tea enthusiast.
My mission as a positive psychology practitioner & yoga teacher is to help people boost their well-being, reduce stress, and live live that feel good.
And I do this by offering 1:1 sessions, online courses, retreats, events, & more.
Scroll to learn more about my values, credentials, my story, + some fun facts about me!
My Expertise
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Positive Psychology
Positive Psychology is the scientific study of well-being & human flourishing on individual-, group-, and organizational level.
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Yoga & Mindfulness
Yoga is a set of mental, physical, and spiritual practices with roots that goes back 5,000 years to Indian traditions. Mindfulness is the practice of paying attention to the present moment without judgement.
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Trauma-Informed Practices
I am committed to offer all my services with a trauma-informed approach and making my services accessible to individuals with different backgrounds and experiences.
My Values
As a provider of well-being services & resources, I believe in an individualized approach. I pull from my expertise in positive psychology, yoga, and trauma-informed practices to facilitate a unique experience for each individual that I work with.
I believe in a relaxed, relatable, and strength-based counseling style. I’m all about deep listening and forming authentic connections with the people I work with.
I value learning and curiosity. I’m committed to be a life-long learner and stay up to date on the newest research in my fields of expertise.
I value inclusivity and accessibility. As a straight cis white woman, I resolve to acknowledge my privileges and limitations. I am committed to learning from individuals with different identities and lived experiences than my own (including you), so that I can provide the most helpful support possible.
Credentials
Education
Master of Applied Positive Psychology (MAPP), University of Pennsylvania (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania)
Bachelor of Science in Applied Psychology, New York University (New York, New York)
Trainings & Certifications
200-hour vinyasa yoga teacher training at SHAKTIBARRE (New York, New York)
Trauma-informed yoga teacher training with Exhale to Inhale (New York, New York)
Yin and restorative yoga teacher training at SHAKTIBARRE (New York, New York)
8-week Compassion Cultivation Training (CCT, developed at Stanford University) with Joshua Steinfeldt (Remotely)
Meditation training with Cory Muscara at the University of Pennsylvania (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania)
6-week yoga teaching mentorship with Shauny Lamba at SHAKTIBARRE (New York, New York)
Feminine Yoga Immersion at Studio Mā (Oslo, Norway)
Upcoming: Prenatal/pregnancy yoga teacher training at Studio Mā (Oslo, Norway) - to be completed October 2025
Upcoming: Postnatal yoga / mom & baby yoga teacher training at Studio Mā (Oslo, Norway) - to be completed November 2025
Some Fun Facts About Me
I’m obsessed with dark chocolate and enjoy some chocolate pretty much every day!
I have 2 younger sisters and I’m frequently told that I’m giving “big sister energy.”
One of the “most Norwegian” things about me, is probably that I’ve been skiing my whole life. As soon as I could walk, my parents put cross-country skis on my feet!
I love big city vibes! I lived in New York for almost 7 years, from age 20 to 27. I feel like New York made me who I am today, and I still consider myself a New Yorker.
I’m a very curious person, and I’m all about having new experiences and trying new things, whether that is trying out a new group fitness class format, food I haven’t tasted before, or traveling and exploring a new culture.
To me, there’s nothing more comforting that a cup of tea, and I enjoy my tea all day, every day!
My Story
