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Working Through Math Trauma – One on one support

Math holding you back? It doesn't have to be that way.

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96% would attend again

93% found session inspiring

15+ years of experience

Is “math” a four-letter word? Is math avoided at all costs?

Math trauma is the inability or unwillingness to engage in math due to previous negative experiences tied to learning math. Such experiences can look like:

feeling shamed for not learning the times tables quickly as a child.
being discouraged from asking why or told “just do it this way”.
freezing whenever you have to work with fractions.

Many people suffer from math trauma, and it doesn’t just come from the classroom. Our society acts like some people are “math people” and some aren’t and therefore receive different opportunities and supports. This results in different outcomes, reinforcing the “math people” myth.

Dr. Geillan Aly

is a mathematics educator and former award winning Assistant Professor who received her PhD in Teaching and Teacher Education and a Master’s in Mathematics from the University of Arizona.

Her research focuses on the emotional side of learning mathematics and includes how computer-centered learning has affected students’ abilities to control their learning environment and how meditation may reduce mathematics anxiety.

Dr. Aly has been teaching at the university level for over ten years and, without sacrificing rigor, brings a personalized math learning experience to the classroom through active learning methods and by centering students’ emotional well-being. She is very familiar with the Common Core Standards and has experience teaching mathematics to Middle and High School students.

Underlying all of Dr. Aly’s teaching and research is a dedication to diversity, equity, inclusion and social justice in mathematics education. She enjoys traveling, seeing live music, and is an avid chef. Geillan is also a wife and mother of a beautiful boy. They live near Hartford, CT.

Who is this for?

Anyone who now understands the importance of math in their life and wants to quickly make up for lost time.

College students

Don't let math requirements decide your major. Don't compromise on your potential.

Adult Learners

In school you never got math, but now you see how important math is in your life.

Teachers

You see how your math trauma affects your lessons, your students, and their outcomes and you want to change this.

Parents

You want to make sure your kiddo is moving along in math without relying on an expensive tutor.

This Program Is For You If…

Math trauma doesn't care about your age or profession. If math has held you back, this program was built for you.

you experience overwhelming anxiety during math class or high-stakes testing
you know math is important, but you just can't make progress.
you want to go into STEM but doubt your capacity to succeed in mathematics.
you study all the time but still struggle to retain or understand concepts.
you choose your paths in life so you can avoid math (you college major, that next promotion, ...).

What You'll Learn

There's no such thing as a math person and not a path person.
What your personal strength in math is and how to leverage it to meet your personal goals.
How your personal experiences contributed to your math story, removing feelings of shame and blame.
Personal strategies to study and succeed in math.
How to learn math quickly but thoroughly.

Four weeks of healing, designed and personalized to achieve your personal goals.

Each session runs one hour, with about one hour of independent work between sessions. Be prepared for profound reflective work both emotionally and in math. All sessions include content and emotional support.

Week 1

Math Story Foundation

Outline your goals and examine your mathematical autobiography.

Week 2

Understanding Your Experience

Explore the Compassionate Math Framework and begin forgiveness work.

Week 3

Motivation & Goal Setting

Develop a concrete action plan for re-engaging with mathematics.

Week 4

Empowerment & Tools

Receive practical strategies and personalised advice for your path forward.

Plus: Dedicated Support Between Sessions

Ask questions, share wins, and stay supported through Slack — responses within 24 hours.

Location & Logistics

Everything you need to know about how the program runs.

Scheduling

Sessions are booked directly via tidyCal — choose a time that works for your timezone.
Format

All sessions take place online via zoom. No travel required.
Cancellation Policy

Reschedule or cancel up to 24 hours before a session at no cost.

What people are saying

The session in IBL is very informative and it provides actionable items that we could apply and bring with us in our classroom settings. Thank you for sharing your expertise; much appreciated!

A great workshop to help you dive deeper into the introspection of your teaching.

Loved the cycle of benign neglect it's information that needs to be shine more light on that issue. i really left more inspired and will certainly share this with my mom, who struggles with anxiety in other areas and it's amazing how unstoppable someone can be by motivated intrinsically.

Geillan was very friendly and approachable. It was easy to open up about math struggles. Thank you!!

You a doing a service to the inner children in us all who never knew they could be good enough so thank you

It was great! Exactly what I needed at this point in the semester.

Very Informative. Provide good skills to engage whole class.

The session with Geillan facilitates a fresh start on how we should start building an inquiry learning classroom to promote equity.

You are very well spoken! I am very impressed. I was dreading coming to math because I just don’t like it. I always feel dumb and never want to do it. But sitting here today gave me a better idea of how to move forward. How to be motivated. And how to motivate my future students.

A must attend for anyone committed to teaching and learning at any level.

It was a workshop full of great techniques and knowledge on Mathematics that will relieve my imposter syndrome. I am glad I attend the event because my perspective on math has shifted, and I am more confident going into my next math class, knowing I can succeed is just the methods and mindset I apply to it.

Beautifully paced, kind, supportive and connected to truths

The session was insightful and affirming. It gave both motivation for practices, and big and small practices to create equity in the classroom.

Great insights to help students feel more comfortable in the classroom; gave some good ways to think about teaching, assignments, etc to improve equity and inclusiveness in the course

I would say that if you are questioning your position in math than this session would benefit you tremendously by taking most of your anxiety away and taking the mental blocks out of your mind so you can confidently do math and achieve the things that you want to achieve.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Will this work if I already study hard?

Success depends on study quality, not just quantity. Clearing the emotional block creates space for learning to stick.

Can I continue sessions after the four weeks?

Absolutely. Many participants continue with follow-up sessions — just reach out.

I have dyscalculia / ADHD — is this right for me?

Yes. The approach is personalised and trauma-informed, adapting to how you learn best.

How is my privacy protected?

Everything discussed in sessions remains strictly confidential. I do not use your name without permission.

Can't I just do this on my own?

Absolutely. However, doing this work on your own is still an isolating experience. If you're interested, you can also purchase "Compassionate Math" the book (link at the top of the page).

Do you have any feedback from this program?

Absolutely. One student, Bess Howell had this to say about working with me one-on-one: "I know we didn’t have many sessions, honestly even just those 4 sessions have helped me have more confidence when I’m looking at something that triggers that younger version of me. It gave me educational confidence and comfort."

Pricing & Registration

Initial package

$500

for 4 one-hour virtual sessions.

Follow up sessions

$125

for every one-hour virtual session.