FROM MY CLIENTS

Dr. Katherine Watson, Psychologist: “Since working with SJ, I have found my voice.  That has been life changing.”

Allison Kinnear, CEO Voice of Her Own: “She was able to meet me where I was at, able to show me what was possible, and give me the tools to get there.”

Somtirtha Roy, Software Programmer (mulitilingual client): “I came to SJ to develop my accent flexibility.   I got so much more than I was expecting and I continue to work with her.” 

Tatiana Gelfund (bilingual client)
Theater & Film Director, Freelance,
“SJ is an enthusiastic and encouraging teacher.”
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“She draws from a deep well of knowledge and practical experience.  Working with SJ has helped me to use the full range of power of my own voice in personal and professional life allowing me to take on high stakes projects with greater confidence.”

Larisa Shaterian
Worship Leader & Preacher, Episcopal Church, “SJ embodies generosity. She is direct, kind and insightful.”
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“Working with SJ can feel deceptively unlike work because she is so playful,  yet her insights have stuck with through the years.  Her guidance in finding ‘physical solutions to emotional problems’  has helped me countless times in both public speaking and lay life”

Danusha Laméris
2018-2020 Poet Laureate of Santa Cruz, CA; Author of “The Moons of August” & “Bonfire Opera,” “I fall into the category of shy presenter, and I am presenting weekly!”
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“After only one workshop with SJ, I noticed a significant shift. I use her techniques before every single speaking engagement. It’s made all the difference to me in terms of enjoying showing up in the world— as myself!”

Lissa Jariyasunant
Experiential Marketing Manager, “Working on my voice with her has led to an overall increase in confidence, not only in my work but in all aspects of my life.”
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“SJ is wonderful to work with; she is a compassionate, empowering, and knowledgeable teacher-mentor, with a very holistic approach.“