Sunflowers and Hummingbirds (by Monica Port)

Testimonials

Individual Work

“My work with Anne has been transformational. She is gentle and kind and always approaches each coaching session with curiosity and kind words to make all parts of me feel safe in the process. Through working with Anne, I am beginning to discover how multifaceted I am and how each of those facets plays a role in how I show up in the world. Giving voice to parts of me I have been ignoring for years allows me to be closer to my truer self. I can more easily tap into those pieces, especially when making decisions, and it has made me feel more peaceful in my daily life.”

—Melissa (she/her)

Director of Equity & Inclusion

“Anne has been a revolutionary voice for my self-care and mental health. Working with her has helped me come to terms with so many difficult aspects of my life and my journey to be my healthiest most authentic self. Her myriad skills coupled with her deep sense of compassion create a wonderful environment for the deeper aspects of self-reflection.”

—R.O.

“Anne’s Group Soulwork facilitation is wonderful. She skillfully guides you through breathing practices that help you feel embodied and prepared for deeper inner work. She leads from a place of compassion and curiosity and creates a safe space to learn the tools needed to develop your connection to your own inner wisdom and guidance.”

—K.B., Ashland, OR

Chaplain

“Anne is insightful and intuitive, and her work is grounded in solid experience of many modalities. I’ve found working with her very supportive, and she has guided me gently and compassionately to new insights. Her embodied SoulWork practices guided me powerfully and sensitively to new relationship with my body and all the parts of my being.”

—Jilani Cordelia, UK

Musician, Leader, & Mentor of the Dances of Universal Peace, Guide, & Teacher in the Sufi Ruhaniat International

Group Work

“After completing my Level 1 training, I felt I needed more support to truly deepen my understanding and practice of IFS. This 8-week IFS group provided exactly that.

“During the training, I felt deeply inspired by both the spaciousness and the strong sense of safety in the room. The trainers brought a tremendous amount of Self energy, which modeled what it means to be more Self-led in a very real and tangible way. I often find myself thinking when I’m with clients, “How would Anne or Kara be in the room right now?”

“The learning was highly experiential—there was no traditional lecturing but rather a focus on modeling and truly being with the model. I felt myself deepening both as a person and as a clinician. There was also something uniquely valuable about witnessing how other clinicians’ systems work when they are being so genuine and real.

“The time and cost were absolutely worth it. I would highly recommend this group to anyone who appreciates IFS or is looking to gain a more visceral, lived experience of the model.”

—Tzvi Friedman, LPC, NJ

Psychotherapist

“I am a level one grad and wanted more tools to develop. This group was incredibly helpful because I got more practice time with excellent teachers and students. If you need more practice or just want to focus on one part of the IFS model, this is a great group for you.”

—Will Devon-Sand

Therapist

“Working with Anne and Kara has been deeply impactful for my growth as an IFS practitioner. From the start, they created a safe and welcoming space, and the group quickly became cohesive, deepening trust and making the learning feel rich and meaningful. At times in my IFS practice, I’ve struggled with therapist parts—like fear of big emotions or wanting to get it “right”—and this group gave me the support to work with those parts more openly.

“Kara and Anne have a unique ability to hold both the therapist and client roles with care, attunement, and lightness, allowing me to pause, ask questions, and learn in real time. I felt deeply supported and safe in exploring stuck points in my work, and through this, I’ve developed a stronger connection with my own parts.

“My comfort with IFS and my clinical skills have grown significantly through this experience. This group stands out for its consistency and depth of Self-energy, making it truly transformative.”

—Tiina Kurvi (She/Her/Hers), MSW, LCSW, IFS-Level 1

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

“The IFS practice group led by Anne and Kara has been an absolute joy and a nourishing space for my mind and heart. I met Anne and Kara as they were the program assistants during my Level 1 IFS training. Their keen insight into clinical work and radiating warmth made me immediately comfortable during the early days of learning, and they continue to support my growth as I become a more experienced IFS therapist. I am grateful to be connected with the community they have built and for the rippling positive impact they have had on my clients.”

—Dr. Beth Wecksell

Clinical Psychologist