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Alchemy by the Sea

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THE ART & SCIENCE OF CALM

Private advisory and educational programs helping adults, children, and families build emotional regulation, resilience, stronger connections, healthier relationships and life-long wellbeing.

Modern life places demands on the nervous system faster than the human body evolved to adapt.

Learning how to regulate the nervous system supports restorative sleep, stable energy, metabolic balance, and emotional resilience.

Alchemy by the Sea supports individuals, physicians, and families seeking calm, clarity, and long-term vitality through thoughtful, evidence-informed work.

Dr. Bernadette Violetta Di Toro

CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST & GERONTOLOGIST

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Dr. Di Toro’s work explores the relationship between nervous system regulation, attachment, emotional development, and long-term vitality. Her background spans clinical psychology and affective neuroscience, trauma-informed care, and aging and longevity science. She works integratively across clinical, family, and applied settings, including collaboration with emerging initiatives and community-based efforts.

Our Work

Dr. Bernadette Di Toro's work is expressed through two primary areas: applied advisory supporting individuals and physicians navigating complex life and health transitions, and educational programs exploring emotional regulation, nervous system awareness, and human development.

Ways to work together

Learn with Alchemy Academy

Education in emotional regulation, nervous system awareness, and human development.

Alchemy Academy is a learning platform offering educational courses, workshops, and resources designed to support emotional awareness, regulatory stability, and long-term resilience.

Members receive access to an evolving library of learning materials including:

  • Emotional regulation education

  • Nervous system awareness training

  • Parenting and family development tools

  • ADHD emotional intelligence strategies

  • Psychonutrition insights and workshops

This work supports calm, clarity, and sustainable development through presence, structure, and thoughtful pacing.

GET IN TOUCH

Individuals, families, and physicians are welcome to reach out regarding advisory, collaboration, or educational programs.

7440 Girard Avenue Suite 1
La Jolla, CA 92037

Stronger regulation. Stronger relationships. Stronger families and communities.
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