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I’m an experienced writer/editor with a background in journalism, publishing, and education. My writing portfolio features topics such as mental health, well-being, spirituality, and personal growth. I've written for brands like Spotify, Calm, HuffPo, Insider, The Bold Italic, Tablet Magazine, and others.

I've also been studying and teaching mindful movement since 2015. I combine these skills by hosting mindfulness workshops, ghostwriting for leaders in the field, and creating content for platforms like Insight Timer.

My mission is to empower others to trust themselves, their bodies, and their stories. I believe that everyone has a story and when we navigate our story and life with intention, we deepen the connection to ourselves and our communities.

When I'm not reading/writing or on the mat, you can find me on my surfboard or on one of the abundant Bay Area trails. If you're curious about working together, I look forward to connecting with you. Feel free to reach out.

  • 2003 - Certified Ski Instructor with SnowSports Academy

  • 2008 - Graduated from Utrecht University with a BA in French Language & Culture

  • 2015 — Lighting the Path Yoga Certification with Yoga Tree/Pete Guinosso

  • 2016 — Certified Wellness Coach with the Institute for Integrative Nutrition

  • 2016 — Integrated Behavioral Pharmacology of Substance Use and Mental Health Disorders at UC Berkeley Extension

  • 2017 — Pilates ProWorks Certification with Ellie Houston

  • 2017 — Body Trust Training with the Center for Body Trust

  • 2018 - Certified TRX Suspension Training with Alexis Craig

  • 2018 - Yoga of 12-Step Recovery with Nikki Meyers

  • 2019 — Intuitive Eating with Christy Harrison

  • 2022 - Graduated from Arizona State University with an MA in English

  • 2022 - Comprehensive Lagree Method Training with Piper Michelle

  • 2023 - Graduated as a CPT from the National Academy of Sports Medicine

  • 2023 - Equinox Pilates Training Institute - Working with a Hypermobile Client with Carrie Samper

  • 2023 - Equinox Pilates Training Institute - Flying High on the Cadillac with Carrie Samper



 “I am most grateful for our time together and highly recommend Babette to anyone seeking any support around their well-being.”

~Melissa S.

My training

  • RYT/CPT

    As a registered yoga teacher (Yoga Alliance), certified Pilates instructor and personal trainer (NASM), I aim to integrate mindful movement, ritual breathwork, and other mindfulness components to ground our healing and expressive practices.

  • M.A.

    I’m a writer whose education spans across languages and cities, including London (Brunel University), the Netherlands (Utrecht University), and the US (Arizona State University). This training allows me to tell more compelling stories and host mindful writing workshops.

  • Integrative Nutrition IIN & More

    A certified health coach, I consider myself an ongoing student of the body. My course of study is rooted in HAES-friendly modalities, including Intuitive Eating and Body Trust.