Bo Forbes

Bo Forbes is a psychologist, embodiment guide, and innovator in mind-body medicine. Her work combines emerging research in science, psychology, and contemplative practice with decades of experience on the front lines of somatic education. Bo received her bachelor’s and master’s degrees from the University of Chicago and her doctorate from the Illinois School of Professional Psychology. Her background includes training in biopsychology, sleep research, and stress management. She is engaged in ongoing multi-disciplinary collaborations at the intersection of embodiment, emotional health, contemplative practice, and social justice. Her integrative approach is sought after by elite sports teams such as the Boston Red Sox, AC Milan, and Fulham FC, organizations and nonprofits like the U.S. military and the National Multiple Sclerosis Foundation, and learning centers worldwide. She has written for numerous leading magazines, including Yoga Journal and the International Journal of Yoga Therapy. She is the author of Yoga for Emotional Balance and a forthcoming book on embodiment (Tarcher/Penguin, 2022).