About Us

Dr. Nicole Tetreault is a neuroscientist, author of Insight into a Bright Mind, meditation teacher and an international keynote speaker on topics of neurodiversity, neurodevelopment, creativity, mental health, and wellness. She received her Ph.D. from California Institute of Technology (Caltech) in neuroscience. Dr. Nicole is a professor at Bridges Graduate School of Cognitive Diversity in Education and teaches meditation, the complexities of neurodiversity, and neuroscience.

As recipient of the Milton Career Exploration Prize from Caltech, she founded the novel non-profit Beyond the Cell, a transformative program designed for under-served communities globally, formerly incarcerated women and at-risk youth centered on teaching guided meditation, neuroscience, and expressive writing.

As the founder of Awesome Neuroscience, she leads a new generation of meditation practices by fusing novel discoveries in neuroscience with the ancient lineage of Asian meditation. Dr. Nicole also translates the most promising neuroscience and positive psychology in corporate trainings and meditation retreats, supporting people around the world to increase creativity, deepen peace, awaken compassion and wire their minds for love! Dr. Nicole believes in our ability to wire our minds using positive neural plasticity through compassion and wisdom, liberating us to live the lives we dream.

Tara Gomez-Hampton, PhD, is a Director of Medical Affairs at a Fortune 500 company, with over 13 years of medical device development experience. As a trained scientist from UCLA and Caltech, she has a passion for education, and brings 20 years of experience in building science curriculum, programs, and courses for learners of all ages. Dr. Gomez Hampton is also an active community member, with past and current Board Member services with non-profit organizations including schools, outreach programs, a museum, and the Caltech Alumni Association. Dr. Gomez has developed a deep personal interest in understanding and promoting equity and space for neurodivergence and is passionate about the goals for Beyond the Cell. 

Susan Baum, Ph.D is the Director of The 2e Center for Research and Professional Development and is Professor Emeritus from The College of New Rochelle. Dr. Baum was a professor at the Graduate School of the College of New Rochelle from 1986-2006 where she taught graduate courses in elementary education and the education of gifted and talented students. Dr. Baum has over 30 years experience in public schools as a classroom teacher, special education teacher, teacher of the gifted, learning disabilities specialist, and educational consultant. 

Eric Pierce is a therapist and counselor based out of Los Angeles (LA), specializing in anxiety, depression, substance abuse, Chronic Illness, Codependency, Compulsive Behavior, Depression, Emotional Abuse, Existential Crisis, Gender Identity, Grief, HIV/AIDS, LGBTQIA+, Open Relationships/Polyamory, PTSD, Sexual Addiction, Suicidal Ideation, Trauma, and Burnout. He believes in creating a safe and welcoming space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences openly and without judgment. 

Sudhanshu Sharma is an internationally respected Indian Classical Musician and Vocal Teacher teaching music and meditation at Air Force Golden Jubilee Institute, located at Subroto Park, New Delhi. Having vast experience of more than 15 years as a performer and teacher, Sudhanshu has performed and been teaching the transformational power of sound in retreats all across the world.