Testimonials
We are so grateful for all those who took the time to share their experiences with our programs
What Others Say About Us
“With some individuals you can struggle to find enough good things to say. This is not the case with Vera. She brings a great deal to the table as a human being. She is energetic, positive, has a sense of humor and has an indefinable characteristic best described as common sense.
I have taught with Vera, I have watched her teach and I have been a student for tutorials she developed. As a therapist I believe her greatest skill is listening. She has the capacity to hear what an individual is actually saying and the ability to frame conversations so the individual feels heard and feels safe. This is the essential foundation for the best therapeutic results.
I have forty years of experience in the field of mental and behavioral health. I have seen enough to distinguish between those who know the words and those who continue to touch patients. Vera is the real deal.”
“I have known Vera for some time now and have watched her learn and grow both personally and professionally, and at the same time become my friend and colleague. As a professional and colleague, I have watched her grow her business, expand her offerings, find her niche and live her purpose – all the while making a positive impact on and with those she helps. As a friend, she helped me through one of the most difficult times in my life, and she continues to be a pillar I can lean on whenever I need help of someone who I know cares.
If you’re lucky enough to meet Vera, when you do, you’ll know there is something different and special about her. It’s hard to put your finger on it but you’ll know it’s there and it’s the type of thing that allows her to connect with and understand you in a way very few can – and the results you experience are what you’ve been looking for and needed.
Vera is a trustworthy and understanding soul who is making a difference in the world – invite her into yours and experience the difference one person can make.”
“Vera is a bright light on Earth with the talent of receiving people for who they are, where they are. She has the natural ability to hold space for others to express themselves fully, be nurtured, guided and helped to their next level of personal mastery. She is a great listener, deliberate, compassionate, as well as very knowledgeable about her areas of expertise.
Thinking of working with her? I would highly recommend that you get on board! I have been honored to know her, as she has significantly enhanced my life, and I know with my full heart, that she will do the same for you.”
Couples Communication Participants Say:
“Vera was an outstanding instructor. The class content was very informative and saved our relationship from destruction. I would recommend this course to anyone that is anywhere from stressed relationship to broken. You will not be disappointed. Thank you, Vera!”
Melissa Carpenter
“Vera is skilled in bringing out the best in people. She acknowledges our humanness and our need to be wanted and loved. This is definitely a course where everyone in a relationship – whether recent or long-term – will discover new ways to communicate and value each other.”
S & T
“It clarified and build tools upon the ones that we had as a couple, and the class gave us a great way to start getting into action. All it took was willingness as a couple. The instructor was great and we enjoyed it. I looked forward to class day.”
L.K.
“Knowledgeable and Personable Trainer – presenting invaluable tools for couples to have a great framework for communicating, problem solving… and increasing love within their relationship.”
Steven Barr
“We came to the class with no specific problem but just needed to gain skills to build the most wonderful awesome relationship that we could ever have. Now we have tools to do that!”
Diani
“I enjoyed how the class was taught. Vera made me feel comfortable sharing in front of others. I was uncomfortable at first at the thought of sharing in front of others, but Vera made it easy.”
M.G.
Our Assertiveness Class Participants Say:
“Vera did a good job showing me how to be me. She is very passionate and interested about her student’s growth. She treats everybody with no judgment. I would take her class again.”
Amir Etemadzadeh
“Vera’s enthusiasm is very evident in the way she teaches. She provides enough material to choose how much effort you want to put into it. I will continue to incorporate the materials and skills in my life.”
Darrin Woods
“This course most definitely raised my awareness and caused me to think differently about interpersonal relationships. Vera is very enthusiastic and knowledgeable.”
Jonathan Sek
Read Our Client’s Success Story Below
“Taking the assertiveness course was one of the best decisions I’ve made in the past year. Debilitating anxiety and low self-esteem, triggered by a substantial financial loss in my small business due to multiple client non-payment situations, forced me into conflict resolution situations… Read More
“Very informative course. Lots of information that I can practice often to achieve my goal. The instructor, Vera, is excellent and very welcoming and non-judgmental. She has a way to get you out of your comfort zone, which surprised me that I learned I have the courage to do so.”
J.L.
“This course has provided me with an understanding of assertiveness and many skills to improve my self-esteem. I feel more confident as a person and stronger to express assertiveness. The openness of the participants in my class made me feel like I wasn’t alone and felt empowered as we grew together.”
Brittany McCrory-Contreras
“Vera was very prepared in coming to class and I could tell she is very experienced. She is natural when it comes to listening with empathy. I had asked her about some resources that I could have in parenting and she had immediately responded by researching about it and asking her colleagues. She adapted to changes and requests and to the needs of the class.”
Lily Maddela
Mind-Body Health Class Participants shared:
“Vera Savich is an outstanding instructor. I learned a lot of techniques and exercises to help me deal with and release my stress. After the six week course I have less stress and restful nights sleep”
Angela
“Vera has been a great instructor who taught various techniques that will benefit everyone. She has many inspirational tips and tricks we can use daily”
Carolina Alvarez
“You have created a Time Anchor – slowed down time. You have introduced simple, yet powerful concepts to reconcile fear and negative thinking. You have explained well the micro mechanics of negative thoughts triggers”
Saeed Yousuf
Anxiety Management Class:
“I enjoyed Vera’s teaching style. She made class fun, at the same time very informative. Not only did she help me with my anxiety but also in other areas of my life. I learned that I can manage anxiety and now I’m living life with much happiness.”
C.B.
“Instructor was very positive, approachable, did a great job making everyone feel comfortable. My biggest learning: I learned that you can control how you respond to your anxiety.”
N.G.
“Vera is very warm, welcoming, and nonjudgmental. Attending and sharing during classes can be anxiety provoking, but Vera created an environment where I felt it was safe to participate regularly.”
M.O.
“This class was a success. Vera’s teaching is useful and works outside the class. People like her make all the difference in the world. This class explained what anxiety is, how to understand it, various methods on how to combat it, as well as how to see it and think about it in a different way. I learned that there is nothing wrong with me and that the mind is a powerful thing. This class showed me that I AM in control of ME.”
Jesus Sanchez
“I had done research on my own in regards to anxiety and nothing has come close to the experience I’ve gained in Vera’s class. There is no substitute to a great teacher. I had no idea of what anxiety was before attending this class and I learned how powerful the breath is as simple as it sounds.”
Darrin Woods
“This class is an inviting and warm safe haven to really let yourself search for an answer. Vera made me feel very comfortable and really made me concentrate on the techniques that helped manage my anxiety. I’ve learned the importance of mindfulness and concentrating on why I am feeling the way I am.”
Nicholas Garcia
Improving Sleep participants Say:
“Vera was very pleasant, led great discussions. Vera is pleasant- good leader. She leads with intellectual confidence and can be inspiring. Vera uses great examples. Vera presents herself in a very professional manner. Really enjoyed this class. Great smile. Thank you.”
R.G.
“One of the best classes to take if you want to sleep better. Instructor is very experienced and the class was taught very well.”
Vidya Kolachure
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