Client & Consultee Testimonials

“Virtual parts work with yoga helped me to drive my car again without fear from my accident! I was even able to resolve childhood trauma. I had tried EMDR & other trauma therapy for years without success”

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“Jacqui’s somatic yoga has helped me to be pain free for 3 weeks now and we have only had two 30 minute sessions! I’ve tried so many treatments for 10 years and this is the only treatment that has worked.”

“Parts work with yoga poses helped me to find out why I was sabotaging myself in a few sessions!"

“They really listen and my child isn’t just another client they really care!”

“My daughter has sensory integrative disorder and would only wear 2 outfits. After equine-assisted therapy she was wearing a broad wardrobe including gloves!”

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"The Icarus Model changed my life!"

"Their group therapy is like no other agency. It is so much fun here! My child willingly stayed for 2 years of groups."

"You have a whole team here that wants to help you in so many areas of your child's life!"

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"Jacqui thinks of everything us parents forget to teach our teens when it comes to adulting."

"The Icarus Model® Manual was above and beyond what I expected! So many practical tips, easy to read activities that don't frustrate the horses!

"My child is a successful adult that went away to college when we thought he never could. He couldn't have done it without Jacqui."

"You are my daughter's person. You healed her more than anyone else has been able to do."

"My child finally found calm with Sarah."

"Sarah led attachment work with my daughter and I which saved our relationship!"

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"I no longer get panic attacks!"

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"I found myself again and never felt so supported by a therapist."

“My anxiety was much more manageable after learning how to be fearless from working with the horses.”

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“My son wouldn’t talk to any therapists but when he found equine-assisted therapy he agreed to attend and our relationship is improving."

"My child who has Autism has been able to make her first friends after attending equine-assisted therapy groups."

"Working with Jacqui and the animals has changed our life."

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"You have changed my child's life. He can now function independently and has a chance at being a successful adult."

"Our child was admitted to the psychiatric hospital and Jacqui visited her with the therapy dog and walked us through the entire process. We were so fearful of the process and Jacqui was available to talk to us every day and calm our fears."

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"I had always been fearful of therapy and went through so many therapists but when I found Jacqui and Kona I finally started to make some progress."

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"Therapy is fun here. She even taught me how to paddle board."

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"The Icarus Model® Manual has so many effective, powerful, and life changing interventions. It made setting up sessions so easy!" -Michelle Forgey, LPC

"I had a crisis at 7pm and she offered to do a video session after hours to help me through it!"

"She is the first therapist who really seemed to care and I had been to a lot of them. She has brought me to new levels and now my anxiety is so much better!" "I believe she is personally invested which really makes a difference."

"We appreciate you more than you could possibly imagine."

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"You never gave up when so many other professionals did."

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"It's so weird that Jacqui is the only adult besides my mom I feel comfortable talking to she is so easy to talk to!"

"Jacqui not only taught us new parenting skills that worked, but she based them off our current parenting beliefs!"

"The Icarus Model was so well taught and one of the most thorough models of training I've attended in my 25 years in practice!" -Tiffany Corjay, LCSW

"Her love and compassion for her clients amazes me."

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* Please note these testimonials were given 5 years after the client was discharged. These testimonials were not solicited. The testimonials with names on them were from colleagues in the field who did consulting not therapy*

"Jacqui took my practice to another level after consulting with her for only 2 sessions! She seems to know everything and has evidence to back it up, either by the board or her attorneys! -Jennifer Long, LPC

"Jacqui was instrumental to me when I was setting up my private practice 3 years ago. She shared her extensive knowledge of the process and provided Board-compliant templates for all required documentation. Over the years, Jacqui has been quick to respond to questions I have had on running my practice and has provided clear guidance on navigating challenging situations. I recently had the opportunity to review Jacqui’s documentation training of which I can confidently recommend to anyone seeking a comprehensive and affordable training on the subject. Jacqui has the skills of a seasoned professional, and I am thankful to know her as a colleague and expert in the field." - Christie Ashbeck, LPC

As a first responder, I immediately connected with Jacqui’s First Responder Edition of the Icarus Model. This edition was created by someone who truly understands the unique stressors, trauma exposure, and mindset that come with serving in this profession. What stood out to me most was how accurately Jacqui captured the experiences many first responders carry but often struggle to explain. The activities are thoughtfully designed and paired with insightful questions and observations that reflect a deep awareness of how repeated exposure to critical incidents can affect the brain, behavior, and emotional processing of first responders. Reading through the activities and case notes, I found myself relating to many of the situations described. Too often, resources meant to support first responders miss the mark because they don’t fully understand the culture or the way we process stress and trauma. Jacqui truly hit the nail on the head with this manual. The activities are practical, meaningful, and clearly tailored for the first responder community. This is a powerful and much-needed resource, and I’m grateful for the dedication and compassion Jacqui has poured into creating it to support those who serve on the front lines. -Mattie Matthews, teacher

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YOGA TRAINING: Jacqui brings extensive knowledge, experience, and care to this Somatic Healing Yoga training. Her coursework is comprehensive, well-organized, and allows students to learn deeply at their own pace.

As a yoga instructor who is newer to somatic yoga, this training gave me a valuable new perspective on my students and helped me find more supportive language for teaching. I also appreciated Jacqui’s feedback throughout the course. Her guidance helped direct my learning, deepen my understanding, and make me newly aware of areas where I can continue to grow and improve as a teacher.

I especially appreciated the emphasis on keeping students safe, comfortable, and empowered in class. The training is also helpful for working one on one with students who may be struggling or who need a gentler, more trauma-informed approach.

The videos Jacqui shares, the books she recommends, and the practices she offers help students not only understand the concepts but also begin to incorporate them into everyday teaching and personal practice.

I highly recommend this class and Jacqui as an instructor. I look forward to using these learnings with my own students.

Lisa, Luminanace Studios