Josh

“ I started meeting with Aya in 2011 after I had decided to give up smoking marijuana. After years of constant use of this drug, my mind was in very bad shape, to say the least. Talking to a neutral person became a life-line for during the early stages of recovery. Through Aya’s help I was able to let go of many troubling memories, as well as move forward in trying to get back on my feet. The life-crippling depression, which lasted over two years, forced me to look at what’s really important to me. I want to give something back to the world. Aya’s sessions with me were based on her knowledge of non-violent communication. Her lessons about how relationships are based on people’s needs were of great service to me. She also taught me to be more empathic towards others. I am very grateful to have met Aya. She saw something in me, and without her encouragement I would probably not be where I am today. Now, I have my life back, have made many friends, and am going to school to pursue a career in a field I am very passionate about. I would encourage others to work with her to make their lives less violent ones. ”