KOA Unplugged
Nervous system regulation insights with Cori Wilkie the founder of KOA
Welcome to the KOA unplugged podcast with me Cori Wilkie, from KOA, where we explore nervous system regulation through a trauma informed lens.
Episodes
30 episodes
Drama Therapy with Abigail Nelson
Join Cori and Abigail Nelson as they discuss the power of working with the mind and body in creative ways.Abigail is a qualified dramatherapist based in Edinburgh, Scotland.With a background in arts and disability, she is passiona...
Poetry for the heart with Hannah Mosing
Join Cori and Hannah Mosing as they explore what it means to navigate trauma creatively and land in a place of love and hope. Hannah is a poet and author who writes authentically from the heart. Her work inspires and moves. I...
Working with compassion: embodying compassion practice led by Cori
Join Cori for a guided compassionate mind practice exploring the three emotional regulation systems developed by Paul Gilbert as part of Compassion Focused Therapy. Through a trauma informed and somatic lens, this practice helps you understand ...
Navigating a world that demands more with Francesca Young Kaufmann
Join me as I interview Dr Francesca Young Kaufman, founder of Beatha Coaching, as we explore the transformative power of acceptance and surrender in a world that constantly demands more. Working with high-functioning clients, Francesca brings a...
Being human with Rachel Watson
Join me as I interview Rachel, the face of ShootSweet, a photographer who is passionate about empowering people to love their bodies. Based in Scotland, she oozes authenticity and powerful energy. Rachel creates portraits and headshots fo...
Human Connections with Sharon Nielsen
Join Cori as she interviews Sharon Nielsen. Sharon is a powerful woman with a passion for making her work inclusive and trauma informed. In this podcast, Cori and Sharon explore how we have become more disconnected as a result of ev...
Trauma sensitive mindfulness with Kirsty Galloway
Kirsty is the founder of Yellow Beacon, a trauma informed social enterprise committed to making its services accessible within the community. Kirsty champions diversity and inclusion in her professional practice, meeting individuals where...
Surrender and acceptance through a Shamanic Lens with Giada Gaslini
Welcome to Episode 1 of the 2026 KOA Unplugged season.This year, I’m working with the theme of surrender and acceptance.In this opening episode, I’m joined by the wonderful Giada Gaslini, the face of The School of Sha...
End of Season 1 - Thank You!
Thank you to all my followers and listeners for your continued support, encouragement, and presence throughout this journey. It means more than I can say to know that so many of you choose to spend your time with my podcast, engage wit...
Transformational breath with David
David Palacios is a breathwork facilitator, coach and high impact trainer with nearly twenty years of experience guiding personal transformation. With a background in social work, he has always been fascinated by how people can unlock their ful...
Meeting individuals where they are with Jen Murray
Jen Murray is a person centred counsellor and psychotherapist who offers a warm, compassionate, and understanding space for individuals to be truly heard and seen. Her approach is grounded in empathy, authenticity, and deep respect for each per...
The power of change with Angela Macleod
Angela is a Personal Trainer, Menopause Support Coach, Nutrition Coach and Mindfulness Teacher. She is passionate about helping women going through menopause to become fitter, feel wonderful and enjoy life more fully.With a professional ...
The power within with Fionn Leitch
In this powerful episode, Cori sits down with the radiant Fionn Leitch, founder of Wild Power Alchemy to dive deep into the realms of feminine embodiment, natural wisdom, and wild transformation.Together, they explore what it means to re...
A deep dive into the world of somatics with Angela Gallagher
Join Cori and the truly inspiring Angela Gallagher as they explore the power of somatic work and the importance of a creative, integrative, and trauma informed approach.Angela is a warm, highly experienced practitioner who believes that ...
Come home to your body through breath work with Elif Clarke
Join Cori and Elif Clarke, a highly experienced and intuitive Senior Trainer in Transformational Breath as they discuss the power of breath work, the importance of holding trauma informed spaces and how working from the heart can be so re...
The impact of grief from a trauma informed perspective with Ingrid van Oostrom
Join Cori for an authentic and inspiring conversation with her special guest, the deeply inspiring Ingrid van Oostrom.Ingrid is a Death Doula, Yoga Teacher, Life Coach, Herbologist, Horticulturist, Author, and Green Witch. An empowering ...
Navigating the Menopause Journey with Angela Edwards
Join Cori and her inspiring guest, Angela Edwards, for a warm, honest, and empowering conversation about the menopause journey. For many women, menopause can feel overwhelming, like stepping into the unknown. But you're not alone. T...
Prioritising wellbeing in a busy world with Laura Witz
Join Cori and Laura as they explore the power of aerial yoga, sound baths, and all round wellbeing.In a world where stress and exhaustion are often seen as normal, they are here to remind us how important it is to slow down, rest, and ta...
The importance of inclusion and accessibility with Natasha Iregbu.
Join Cori and Natasha for an authentic, raw and honest conversation about how we can make wellbeing more inclusive and accessible for everyone.Natasha is an inspiring author, mindfulness teacher, yoga teacher and so much more. She’s pass...
The power of reiki with Maija Kovalevska, the face of Healing Hands
Healing Hands is a school, a sanctuary, and a spiritual path for those seeking real healing and meaningful transformation.Founded by Maija Kovalevska, a Reiki Master Teacher with over 16 years of experience, the school is rooted in a gro...
The importance of wellbeing in the workplace with Rachael Hill
Join Cori and the wonderful and inspirational Rachael Hill from Electric Glory as they talk about wellbeing in workplace, the power of EMDR and the importance of trauma informed working.Electric Glory is more than just a consultancy, it’...
The power of inner dance with Rachel and Connie.
Join Cori as she interviews Rachel Leigh Bourke and Connie Lasune, better known as the face of Edinburgh Innerdance. These two beings are experienced and passionate professionals in their own right, with a commitment to working in a trauma info...
Trauma informed mindfulness and supportive spaces; an open discussion with Sharon Nielson
Join Cori as she interviews Sharon Nielsen. Sharon is a powerful woman with a passion for making her work inclusive and trauma informed. In this podcast, Cori and Sharon explore how we can make mindfulness more trauma informed and h...
Words from the heart, open discussions about self love, manifestation and the moon with Melody Godfred.
Join Cori as she interviews the wonderful Melody Godfred. Melody speaks and writes from the heart, has a passion for connecting with others and self growth. Her work is inspiring and empowering. Join Cori and Melody as they discuss how powerful...
Compassionate trauma informed practice in the healthcare system, the importance of awareness & personal practices with Ann Parkinson from Unity Physiotherapy & Wellbeing.
Today Cori’s guest is Ann Parkinson, the face of Unity Physiotherapy & Wellbeing. Ann is passionate and dedicated to offering compassionate trauma informed and integrative services to the community. She works as a Specialist Physiotherapist...