Joanne Lescher is trained and certified by Marshall Rosenberg, founder of the Center for Nonviolent Communication (www.cnvc.org). Speaking from the Heart practices the principles developed by Marshall, specializing in couple's work. Joanne brings her background as an experienced mediator to the healing work of compassionate communication. As a skilled presenter and trainer, parent educator, and group facilitator, Joanne effectively assists others in improving their ability to dialogue with each other. Her skills have been affectionately summarized as "an ability to tame lions" Joanne's Personal Statement about Doing Couples Work I absolutely love working with couples: Watching as individuals learn to listen deeply and with empathy to their partner. Guiding couples to take responsibility for their feelings and needs without blaming or criticizing. Creating a safe space to help people honestly express their truths. Helping to clarify and achieve what they really want and need in their relationship. Compassionate communication can create powerful shifts in a relationship. It is an exciting process to assist couples as they move from hopelessness and "being stuck" to igniting feelings of excitement and reconnection. Ultimately, Speaking From the Heart helps couples bring their relationship back to life; inviting joy, laughter, intimacy, meaning, awareness, and a new depth to their lives together. Mission Statement Living Alive and Radiant, I inspire Compassion and Connection. Life mission - to help people, especially couples, connect and bring more joy, laughter, intimacy, meaning, awareness and depth to their relationships. Assets and Abilities |
Highly effective communication skills