We are so excited to welcome this round of Facilitator Trainees who are in the process of completing their Facilitator Certification! We are so lucky to have the opportunity to welcome these new members with diverse backgrounds from around the world, into our community.
Lina Lie- Austin, Texas
Lina is the founder of The Heartful Mama, a business designed to support parents and caregivers in raising emotionally healthy and resilient children through the lens of compassionate discipline. Having experienced for herself how healing and insightful Compassionate Listening can be, she desires to share this with the clients and the communities that she serves. She is a certified parent coach and a certified parent educator in positive discipline, and her work centers around helping her clients grow to be the peaceful, benevolent leaders in their family system. Lina believes that the family unit is the most important human organization and when we can bring peace and understanding first to the family system, the world can change for the better. She is currently working towards getting her certification in somatic trauma therapy and dreams of a better tomorrow for her children and her children’s children. Her facilitation style has often been described as warm, personable and spacious, allowing others to feel safe enough to share their different perspectives and thoughts, which deepens the container that is held.
Lina is originally from Singapore and is currently living in Austin, Texas with her husband and their two children. When she is not working, you’ll find her adventuring somewhere with her family or at the nearby park soaking in nature's beauty.
Janet Ramirez- Los Angeles, California
anet serves as a Credible Messenger at Healing Dialogue and Action (HDA). HDA, is dedicated to promoting restorative justice and facilitating healing between offenders and survivors. As a Credible Messenger, also referred to as a Wounded Healers, she draws from her own lived experience to support individuals facing challenges similar to those they had to overcome.
This work led Janet to the Compassionate Listening Training, to help her better master her work with love and compassion.
HDA’s primary mission is to empower youth transitioning from incarceration by helping them build new, fulfilling lives. They strive to equip them with the tools they need to succeed and become productive members of society.
Kanika Arora- New Delhi, India
Kanika is a seasoned HR practitioner with a deep passion for fostering genuine human connection through compassionate listening. With two decades of practicing Buddhism, she brings a mindful and empathetic approach to her work, believing in the power of presence and deep listening. Kanika is committed to supporting people in navigating emotional challenges, building stronger relationships, and cultivating empathy.
She is currently pursuing certification as a Compassionate Listening Facilitator, as well as preparing to launch Comfort, a brand dedicated to offering professional Compassionate Listening services. As a single mother, Kanika understands the transformative power of emotional support and is driven by her desire to help others heal and grow through active listening. She believes in creating non-judgmental spaces where individuals can share their stories and feel truly seen.
Marie Grace Carlson- Washougal, WA
Marie is a dedicated coach and mentor, committed to guiding individuals, couples, and families towards healthier, more fulfilling relationships. With a background in coaching and personal development, Marie brings a unique blend of expertise to her practice, focusing on effective communication, trauma healing, and personal growth.
Marie is currently pursuing her MA Degree in Marriage & Family Therapy, specializing in trauma, at National University with an expected graduation date of December 2025. She holds a BS Degree in Information Systems Management from the University of San Francisco.
With over a decade of experience in coaching and leadership roles, Marie has served in many roles including a City Leader and Global Leader Trainer Volunteer for Sidewalk Talk, where she leads community listening projects, offers crisis intervention resources, and provides training to city leaders worldwide.
Marie is also a Co-Owner, Lead Coach, and Workshop Leader at Relation-Shifts, where she empowers individuals, couples, and families to improve their relationships through effective communication strategies. She is passionate about creating safe spaces for clients to explore and heal from past traumas while fostering connection and understanding in their relationships.
In addition to her coaching practice, Marie holds multiple certifications and additional trainings, including EFT Tapping, Safe Conversations Leadership/Workshop Leader, and Sedona Method Facilitator. She is committed to ongoing learning and growth, continuously expanding her toolkit to better serve her clients.
Marie's approach is holistic, compassionate, and client-centered. She believes in the power of transformation through deep listening, empathy, and collaborative exploration.
Cam Scholey- Toronto, Canada
Cam is the author of the memoir, This Happy Home. A lifelong facilitator, Cam believes strongly in Compassionate Listening and travels regularly to inspire people to heal, develop, and move forward in their lives.
We are excited to extend an invitation to individuals who are passionate about fostering Compassionate Listening skills to apply for a spot in our Spring 2025 cohort starting in January.
This program is for leaders and experienced facilitators who want to embrace Compassionate Listening as a skill set and life-long practice, and join an international community of facilitators. You can learn more about our facilitator certification program by visiting our Facilitator Certification page. We are also hosting a free informational session on our program on November 7th. Click below to RSVP.
The deadline for applications for the fall cohort is January 13th, 2025. You can apply here.
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