ALUMNI TESTIMONIALS

"It has been a wonderful, memorable class. This will always remain with me throughout my life·" And one year later, "With tears in my eyes and deep appreciation for your work, I thank you for gifting me with the knowledge and insight that is part of me and my growth....with that knowledge I have continued to gift disadvantaged children and adults."
-Schantell Taylor, Aesthetician and Massage Therapist

"Overall, this course was life changing·giving me a kick start by which I can continue the internal work. I sensed immediately I needed to do this program and yes, it changed my life,...I'm more balanced and focused and at peace. I am becoming more self-accepting and patient, while my self love and self respect are improved. I am closer to launching creative career ideas, more comfortable in my skin, and have better self-esteem."
-Sheea Shafer, MA, Founder of Holistic Hawaii

"I so appreciate and respect your work in supporting women, spirituality, community, and self development....I'm so glad you exist, the Hawaii Wellness Institute exists and I get to enjoy and grow through both of those! ...what a beautiful flourishing Institute it is becoming that will influence many far and wide."
-Jade Young, Doctor of Divinity

"Sunny, your enthusiasm is contagious. It is difficult to be in your presence and not be enthusiastic also. Thank you for all that you shared and taught me."
-Patti Wyneken, Reiki Master

"I enjoyed your teaching style! You made the class fun, interesting, informative and I was amazed at how much I retained! You are just bubbling over with knowledge and that's what made the class. Your enthusiasm was wonderful and everyone was receptive. I am forever learning new things about myself. Thank you for opening that door for me."
-Beverly Cabrera, Custom House International

"Before I got involved in this training, I was a woman emerging from....stress, anger and depression....exhaustion and confusion, and I desperately searched for a deeper connection to higher consciousness....Through this training, I gained valuable insight....I am also more accepting of others, and much calmer in mind, body and spirit...I truly enjoyed the training format. It was phenomenal and very satisfying.
-Pamela Uyeunten, Certified Wellness Counselor

"You have enriched my life, and brought a foundation to my path. I'm grateful."
-Lee Totten, Christian Counseling

"I like everything....The way you teach Sunny and
organize or plan your class is great!"
-Rosita Pinkerton, Founder of Wellness Institute of the Philippines

"The handouts you have given us are incredible,
and will be excellent tools for me to use on myself
as well as my clientele who share those same issues with me."
-Lisa Mitchell, Certified Wellness Counselor

"The in-class demo sessions done with you were excellent for modeling wellness counseling in a real life situation. I hope you know how valuable your gifs are and how much I appreciate your willingness and ability to share them."
-Marci Lyons, Certified Success Coach

"I am simply voracious for more and more. Your personality, charisma, easy wit and sharing of experiences is unique and wonderful. You have such great knowledge, wisdom and talent."
-Robyn Heckendorf, Realtor

"I really enjoyed this training. I appreciated the flexibility and individualized attention and the intimacy and connection of the group. The Thursday night classes were especially powerful for me in recognizing possible barriers to my success, and gave me confidence, skills, tools and concrete ideas--moved me into action."
-Janet Eblen, Family Support Worker

"I learned so much! I learned how to process my own issues. I learned a lot of how tos, goal setting, setting priorities, etc. There wasn't anything I didn't like."
-Leilani Roth, Certified Wellness Counselor

"I appreciate Sunny's professionalism, love, and enormous time and effort. You are a wonderful teacher. Your sense of humor is appreciated."
-Regina Lee, Nurse

"I love this process. Life still isn't always rosy and I still get hurt and frustrated, but now I have tools and I don't have to be 'stopped' or 'stuck' by setbacks and obstacles and blocks. Thank You, Sunny!"
-Brit Leigh, Beauty Consultant

"Very thorough. I did not expect to learn as much as I did. I loved all the handouts--very easy to understand although they were very deep and meaningful. Sunny really connects with the group--great sense of humor. Sunny's class surpasses any class I have ever taken."
-Shauna Mazza, Certified Wellness Counselor

"...coming up on a year...your training is continuing to bloom within me....not only have you taught me HOW to take responsibility for myself and my life, you've instilled in me the DESIRE to do it! And that is what is in full bloom at the moment. Thank you!!"
-Rachel Ferguson, Certified Wellness Counselor

"The Wellness Counselor course, I feel, truly saved my life! I am now living a whole new existence which I am so grateful for. Thank you for accepting me, just as I was....Each step I am taking, including this one, is adding to my experience of living whole, loving myself, and being here now....I am the work in progress!"
-Dawn Staszkow, Travel Consultant

"I used the UnTherapy process with one of my staff here at the law firm yesterday on the fly (quite informally), with amazing success!! Today she sent me a Thank You card, saying,'...I feel 100% better today."
-Tammy Ford, Attorney

"...the days flew by and my energy level was always high....I loved my classmates--what a wonderful mix....Each week was a new experience as another layer was added....I am a changed person."
-Wendie Wong, Educator

"I've become more conscious about my life and what actions I can take to create the life I want....this class has given me more 'tools' to use in enhancing and building the techniques I have to live at my highest potential."
-Amy Morikami, Contract and Regulatory Officer

"I have more of a passion for living. I have more of an understanding of myself and others. I feel again. I have an inner peace that I have never experienced before....Your guidance has been profound for me.
-Terri Larson, Military Area Medical Office Staffer

"I learned a lot about myself. I learned ways to help myself so I can help others better. Great training. Sunny, your confidence, enjoyment, and faith in the work is a '5' (on a scale of '3')."
-David Patten, Systems Analyst

"I'm not scared or anxious, and unsure (any more). I know that this was the perfect addition to my tools for helping myself and others....I'm becoming a young, confident woman who's growing into her successes and accepting of my talents and abilities to assist others in life."
-Kirsten Belcher, Physical Therapist

"I wish conventional 'higher' education were more (hands-on) like this!!"
-Aulii Canencia, Hogan Entrepreneur