Rebecca Eldridge trained in mindfulness through Shambhala International and the Center for Mindfulness in Medicine, Health Care, and Society (Jon Kabat-Zinn). Before beginning the studies and practice that led to her founding Hampton Roads Hypnosis & Meditation, LLC in 2007, she taught full-time at Christopher Newport University, where she was nominated for Professor of the Year by the student body. Rebecca holds a BA, MA, and MFA, and is also a graduate of The Monroe Institute, a center for the exploration of consciousness. She is currently at work on a book titled The Wicked Person's Guide to Mindfulness: FAQs for the Grumpy, Fed Up, and Shut Down. When not teaching she loves to play the piano, cook and try new foods, and serve as a hospice volunteer.