Testimonials
Testimonials from Organizations who have benefited from the Mind/Body Connection…
"Wow! All three Workshops that you presented received rave reviews from our team members. Your knowledge and expertise were second only to your warm and compassionate disposition. It was amazing to watch how you managed to put the entire group at ease so quickly and even our quietest and most reserved folks felt comfortable sharing their experiences and taking part in the discussions.
We truly appreciate the time that you spent with our groups and the positive impact that you’ve had on each of us. Many people have asked when you are coming back and several participants have asked me for your contact information because they would like to pass it along to their friends and family members.
Thank you so much for making this such a great success. Your flexibility in scheduling and presentation style really fit our needs. You did a fantastic job of making it “all about us”. I’m certain that we will see you again in the future."
Warmest regards,
Marcy L. Servidio
Edgehill Lifecare Community
Director of Human Resources
"After I wrote my email to you, one of my colleagues told me how fantastic the evening was. She also told me the story of a mom who dropped her child off in Noogieland and seemed to be in a foul mood. She commented to me that after your workshop, the mom seemed a changed person. You can't ask for more than that! We too were thrilled with the turnout. Just let me know when you'd like to return. You know we'll make it happen!"
Judy Freeman
Program Administrator
Gilda's Club Westchester
“Many thanks to you for your excellent, informative presentations on self-esteem and assertiveness training for Westchester Jewish Community Services. Feedback from the participants was extremely favorable the information was gratefully received.……thanks so much for your expertise and valuable time. It was my pleasure to work with you and look forward to working with you again soon.
Lenore Rosenbaum, Co-Director,
Westchester Jewish Community Services
I can’t thank you enough for the excellent workshop you presented to our staff on Friday, regarding stress management. Our employees returned on Monday, saying how much they enjoyed your presentation. They especially liked the handouts and particularly admired your ideas regarding the importance of loss and its relationship to stress. In addition, they appreciated the fact that you shared with them your personal experiences regarding stress. I look forward to working with you in the future.
Elizabeth Lyngholm,
Acting Director, Information and High School Services,
City University of New York (CUNY)
“Pat Mastellone conducted a course for the Office of Continuing Education of Marymount College “Creating the Balance in your Life”. The evaluations indicated that the participants rated the course as excellent. Not only did the students find the course material to be of practical benefit to them but they appreciated the concern and care exhibited by the teacher. My experience working with Pat was professional and pleasant…”
Ruth Matthews, Director of Continuing Education
Marymount College
“….I listened to you last night with such joy and pride. You are truly to be congratulated on your successful self-help group undertaking. Your success was a great inspiration for the new group leaders that you addressed last night. Thank you so much for your time and willingness to help us out.”
Leslie Brock, PhD Director,
Westchester Self-Help Clearinghouse
Pat is a dynamic presenter. I’ve enjoyed her seminars. Her love of her work, straight talking style and enthusiasm have a positive effect on people.
Donna Fredican,
Manager Communications, Operational Learning and Quality Standards,
Bartizan Data Systems, LLC
“Thank you for your willingness to participate in the Pathways Women’s Health Seminar Series. The comment cards showed your lecture to be “excellent and “very enjoyable”. The audience felt that you gave “good tips and useful techniques” to deal with communication problems”.
Bilha Chesner Fish, MD
Director, Pathways Women’s Health
“Thank you for sharing your expertise on Coping with Anger with our clients. The extraordinary turnout is a testament to the need that exists. The participants were most appreciative of your openness, honesty and above all humor that enabled them to be objective about their behavior. Everyone enjoyed your presentation and generosity of time.”
Susan Turner,
Director of Aids Related Community Services
“As you noticed by the rapt attention of the group, your workshop, A Positive Approach to Anger Control…….We all appreciated your excellent command of your material, and your ability to add levity to a subject that can be very difficult for some women to comprehend and manage. I got the feeling that because of your workshop many women will examine their “anger quotient” and begin to make some personal changes……..”
Lenore Rosenbaum, MS
Director WJCS Center for Women’s Issues
“Thank you so much for facilitating “He Said, She Said” for Gilda’s Club. Everyone truly enjoyed the workshop! I got excellent feedback! We hope you will return in the future.”
Christine Consiglio,LCSW Program Coordinator
Gilda’s Club Westchester