“Leslie is both warm hearted, and thoughtful in her teaching and coaching. I have witnessed her depth of knowledge, teaching skill, and awareness. I consider her a brilliant teacher and life coach. Her insight into the fundamentals of their personal and spiritual development makes her teaching especially poignant. I recommend her highly. You will benefit from your experience with her.”
David Daniels, M.D. co-founder of the Enneagram Professional Training Program (EPTP) and Clinical Professor, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Stanford Medical School
Leslie’s become a gifted communicator of subtle material, who is well respected in our teaching community. She has a knack for favorably interacting with just about anybody, making her an exceptional representative for Enneagram studies and her other teaching interests.
Helen Palmer, co-founder of the Enneagram Professional Training Program (EPTP), pre-emininet Enneagram teacher, founding director of the International Enneagram Association, author of The Enneagram, The Enneagram in Love and Work and Inner Knowing.
Leslie’s presentation impressed me deeply because of its integrative focus and clarity. I have come to understand and admire Leslie’s very deep and very broad perspective on spiritual pursuits and practice. I have also come to know what a gifted, patient, and generous teacher she is.
Jack Killen, Director of the Office of International Health Research (OIHR), National Institute of Health, National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine
“Leslie is bright, full of energy, caring and an effective trainer/educator/coach. Her dedication to excellence is apparent in the thorougness of her reports and follow up meetings.”
Lorie McDonald, Owner, CEO, Ultimate Rehab., Ltd.
“Leslie brings a wealth of knowledge to her presentations, offering fresh perspectives on human spirituality. Her enthusiasm is evident in her dynamic delivery. After attending a four hour retreat conducted by Leslie, we were still eager to hear more. We have invited Leslie back for a second workshop-she is developing a loyal following.”
S.W., Workshop chair
“Leslie… You are an excellent writer, a fine thinker and an insightful analyst.”
Joan Chittister, OSB, International speaker, Author, Executive Director, Benetvision, Columnist for National Catholic Reporter and Beliefnet.com
“Leslie, I want to let you know just how much I appreciate the time and effort you’ve put into developing me as a person and as a business owner. As I reflect on the improvements in my life since working with you, I feel fortunate that our paths crossed and that we began working together.”
Bob Bollenbacher, CFP, Bollenbacher Financial Services
Leslie, you are an outstanding educator! Over and over, in course evaluations, the students noted the profound effect of your presentation on the Enneagram. You’ve opened a new world of awareness for them and we are all grateful!
L.S., High school teacher, Cincinnati, Ohio
Your presentation got the whole school talking.This is something we can take with us for the rest of our lives. We can use it to understand ourselves, to be conscious of how we think and act and to understand others. Your presentation was perfectly timed for my life. I also incorporated some of this understanding into my college essays.
S.C. Ursuline Academy
Leslie’s enthusiastic, energetic style really engages the kids, and they leave class wishing that it wasn’t over! My 11th and 12th grade students find her presentations on the Enneagram fascinating and so pertinent to their own lives. As teenagers are becoming young adults and really coming into their own identities, the Enneagram provides for them a means for self-reflection, something that I (and they) believe is quite valuable.
At the end of each semester, I survey my students and ask them what their favorite things from the class were. Leslie’ presentation is consistently rated at the top of this list. Their interest is a direct reflection of her effort and enthusiasm, and as well as her obvious personal interest in the kids.
My students and I are very fortunate to have Leslie work with us.”
Laura Miniard, AP Psychology Teacher, Sycamore High School
“I have personally gained so much from our group. This is the first group I have had the privilege to be part of that provided a safe, nurturing place to truly explore my personal feminine faith. Your guidance through your training and continuing personal research provides a structure to encourage the personal development. I treasure the diversity of the group and how all the understandings and experiences we shared.”
D.L, “Integral Women” group participant
Leslie is loving, compassionate and authentic. My life has been deeply enriched by her, both personally and professionally. Her knowledge of spiritual development and her genuine acceptance of others allow people to flourish in her presence. Her workshop was beneficial to my entire stuff. She’s the real deal.
Jane Shipley, MSW, Success Center Coordinator Johnson County Community College, Overland Park, KS