Maggie Williams

Maggie Williams is the Co-Director of the Strozzi Institute for Somatics (SI), where she also serves as a Lead Teacher and somatic coach.1 Her work at the institute focuses on the intersection of somatics and social justice.15

Professional Background

Maggie's journey in somatics began in 2011 at the Strozzi Institute, and she became a certified somatic coach in 2012.3 Her expertise extends beyond coaching, as she is also a social justice advocate and lawyer.5

Education and Certifications

• Juris Doctor from Columbia Law School
• B.A. in History from Yale University
• Certified Somatic Coach in Embodied Leadership6

Areas of Focus

Maggie's work at Strozzi Institute encompasses several key areas:

• Social Justice: She explores how social dynamics impact embodied experiences.1
• Embodied Leadership: As a certified coach, she helps clients develop their leadership skills through somatic practices.6
• Organizational Development: Maggie has led processes to integrate somatics into organizational cultures.7

Additional Roles and Contributions

Beyond her role at Strozzi Institute, Maggie is also:

• Co-founder of the Advocacy Institute5
• A practitioner with generative somatics, a partner organization of Strozzi Institute37

Maggie Williams regularly contributes to the institute's programs, including leading webinars such as "Refresh Your Resolve," which focuses on igniting embodied wisdom.24