Texas
Texas Seminar Testimonials
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“Unique approach! I like the practicality and quick implementation of the approach.” – Ray Kurtz, Social Worker, Waco, Texas (3.27.08)
“These steps reinforce the freedom of choice in CBT. The institution I work for uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and I will use the ideas I learned here today with my clients.” – Beverly Fromberg, Social Worker, Waco, Texas (3.27.08)
“You’ve come up with a terrific technique that puts into more concrete form different philosophies I was trying to communicate to my clients. I suspect the game approach will translate well and will create buy-in and willing participation–ultimately allowing my clients to help themselves.” – Michelle Hawn, Counselor, Waco, Texas (3.27.08)
“This seminar provided both wisdom and good psychological theory to support the goal of helping clients learn to manage anger effectively.” – Jon Bergeron, Psychologist, Waco, Texas (3.27.08)
“Thank you for a most informative session. Not only do I feel it will help my personal life–but ultimately enhance my effectiveness as a social worker working with ‘high risk youth.’” – Jim Vaughan, Social Worker, Waco, Texas (3.27.08)
“Izzy is a talented presenter. I feel I can genuinely use this material. This presentation was refreshing and enlightening. Thank you.” – Beth Calhoun, Counselor, Dallas, Texas (3.26.08)
“I had read and heard that ‘no one can make you angry and when you get mad you’re giving your power to the other person.’ I always believed this but now I have practical information to back it up. ‘To be aware is to be alive.’” – Neil Phillips, Social Worker/Counselor/Drug and Alcohol Abuse Counselor, Dallas, Texas (3.26.08)
“Great application of principles I already believed in. I’m anxious to try the techniques recommended.” – Dallas Smith, School Psychologist, Dallas, Texas (3.26.08)
“Informative and helpful. Extremely enjoyable. Would attend another presentation by this speaker. A veritable Cyrano deBergerac in a therapist’s cloak. Bravo!” – Stella Rodriquez, Marriage and Family Therapist, Dallas, Texas (3.26.08)
“Izzy’s philosophy is needed in today’s society if we hope to change the ‘vicitm-mentality’ that’s prevalent.” – Joyce Yeager, Counselor, Dallas, Texas (3.26.08)
“This was a terrific seminar. The skills were clearly demonstrated and there was ample time to ask questions. The workbook was extremely well organized–and packed with valuable resources. I look forward to attending the seminar on bullies. Thank you!” – Charles Davis, Social Worker/Juvenile Probation Officer, Dallas, Texas (3.26.08)
“Wow, what a true and honest view of anger. New perspective is so refreshing.” – Cynthia Green, Counselor, Houston, Texas (3.14.08)
“Izzy is a great presenter. He has a great sense of humor, and I think that’s so important! The booklet that was provided is great! I found this workshop to be very helpful–not only in terms of how I can help others with their anger issues, but with my own as well. If other Cross Country presenters are half as good as Izzy, I’ll come to more of them in the future!” – Linda Gooding, Counselor/Educator, Houston, Texas (3.14.08)
“Good seminar! Excellent handling of sensitive topics in a natural and caring manner. Highly recommend!” – Jerry Devine, Marriage and Family Therapist, Houston, Texas (3.14.08)
“Great workshop, valuable content lends itself to therapeutic application with clients of all ages.” – Patricia Martinez-Long, Psychologist/Marriage and Family Therapist, Houston, Texas (3.14.08)
“Excellent workshop! Good presenter–articulate, clear, informative.” – Marian Higgins, Psychologist, San Antonio, Texas (3.13.08)
“Really enjoyed the seminar. Learned a great deal for my personal and professional life. Can’t wait to try the rules and the game with my family and children. Great!!” – Gina Carrion, Social Worker, San Antonio, Texas (3.13.08)
“The speaker was excellent. The class was entertaining and full of knowledge and tools to help give support to those that choose to change. Izzy, the class was great.” – Norresa Harden, Counselor/Case Manager, San Antonio, Texas (3.13.08)
“Excellent presentation and well-defined, innovative approach to controlling anger. I look forward to implementing it in the school I work in.” – Judy Scott, Educator, San Antonio, Texas (3.13.08)
“Entertaining as well as thought provoking. The role play demonstrations really brought the material alive. I appreciated the manual so that I didn’t have to do a lot of note taking.” – June Buniak, Social Worker, Austin, Texas (3.12.08)
“The information on the anger ‘game,’ and humor, was invaluable. The humor aspect was unexpected, yet a wonderful addition. I needed it.” – Sue Legacy, Social Worker/Counselor, Austin, Texas (3.12.08)
“The most beneficial workshop I have had in a long time! I understood what he said and it will be easy to use in all aspects of my life. Very funny!” – Deanna Fahey, Educator, Austin, Texas (3.12.08)
Very groovy – I started using the skills within the seminar! One of the best ones.” – Y.M., Social Worker, Fort Worth, Texas (3.08.07)
“One of the best seminars I have attended. I can use this and apply this in y personal life as well as in the workplace. It is an eye opener and reminder for us.” - Eva Melchior, Counselor, Fort Worth, Texas (3.08.07)
“This is my second Izzy seminar. I love his unorthodox ideas. They seem so logical and so simple. He definitely gives ideas to go try immediately.” – Debbie Stryer-Levine, Counselor, Fort Worth, Texas (3.08.07)
“One of the most useful seminars I have ever attended. The presenter had a wonderful style.” - Elaine Lemmer, Psychologist, Fort Worth, Texas (3.08.07)
“Loved to role-play. It is amazing how you recite the info without returning to your notes.” – Shewanna Giles, Counselor, Fort Worth, Texas (3.08.07)
“Valuable and well done. I will use the ideas from this workshop with a client tomorrow. I like the way Izzy keeps his volunteers in the chair for a long time. He makes them guests on his show and makes the room comfortable.” – Rick Owen, Marriage and Family Therapist, Fort Worth, Texas (3.08.07)
“This workshop wasn’t exactly what I expected – it was so much more!! Thanks so much.” – Melinda Cheatham, Speech and Language Pathologist, Dallas, Texas (3.07.07)
“Excellent presentation. Not only can I use it as a counselor, but I can use it in my marriage and as a parent.” – Cheryl Mosby, Counselor, Dallas, Texas (3.07.07)
“Never have I viewed anger in the way it was presented here. Good info added to my own ‘worldview perspective.’ If I understand better I can aid others in understanding themselves.” – Kashunda Davis, Counselor, Dallas, Texas (3.07.07)
“Great way to learn. Was never bored. Was personally helpful. If everyone would apply these principles we would have a more peaceful world. Great way to get CEUs.” – Patsy Phillips, Counselor/Marriage and Family Therapist, Dallas, Texas (3.07.07)
“Very gifted and knowledgeable speaker. Made the info very user friendly. I feel equipped to use these techniques immediately. Probably the best seminar I have attended in all eleven years as an educator.” – Betty Henry, Counselor/Educator, Dallas, Texas (3.07.07)
“I learned a lot! I appreciate the practicality of this seminar. The role-playing really helped understand the ‘game.’ How can something so simple – ‘the Golden Rule’ – be so powerful! Thank you for teaching well something so overlooked!” – Patty McGinnis, Counselor, Dallas, Texas (3.07.07)
“I liked the presenter’s ability to self-disclose for the purpose of honest instruction. Usually, solely verbal presentation can be boring; however, this presenter was interesting and kept my full attention.” Dudley Farmer, Counselor, Tyler, Texas (8.19.05)
“Izzy was extremely knowledgeable and entertaining during this seminar. The seminar participation between him and class was great. I found the seminar informative and many of the objectives and my questions were explained. I will be able to determine ‘the game’ and apply the concepts and objectives that were explained during the seminar. I recommend this seminar, ‘Anger Control Made Easy’, to others.” Sonia Henson, Women’s and Children’s Director, Tyler, Texas (8.19.05)
“Brilliant. Very useful concept. Let me sit where I want to! (Please)! – [I had asked him to sit up front because room was long and set up for too many people. He complied, then after break returned to back.] – Buddy Bessonett, Psychologist/Director Long Term Care, Tyler, Texas (8.19.05)
“Not only does Mr. Kalman provide a new slant on an important topic, he does so with humor and energy. His approaches seem like winning ways to help people of all ages.” – Cheryl Wilson, Social Worker, Tyler, Texas (8.19.05)
“I like the manual format much better than Power Point Presentations! I appreciate the thoroughness of the manual!” – Carmen Conlev, Counselor, Tyler, Texas (8.19.05)
“I found the class very informative. It taught me a very valuable new technique to use in my Anger Management groups. It was worth the money charged and even more.” – Michael Ward, Drug and Alcohol Abuse Counselor, Tyler, Texas (8.19.05)
“I will begin to put into practice what I learned today. I will take my power back, and be the winner that I am. Anger can not control my, but I will control anger. A great seminar. Learning by role play helps one remember.” – Gail Verge, Youth Worker, Tyler, Texas (8.19.05)
“I learned a lot today. It was very informative. He paints a very clear picture about us and why we are the way we are.” – Beverly Jackson, Youth Worker, Tyler, Texas (8.19.05)
“Mr. Kalman is a breath of fresh air! He taught us simplicity is very intelligent and our basic life principles apply even today. Thanks! Great job!” – Rebecca Somodevilla, MA, MTh, CART, Dallas, Texas (8.22.05)
“One of the best seminars I have ever attended on anger management.” – Diane McIntosh, Psychologist, Dallas, Texas (8.22.05) (permission not checked)
“Excellent. Keep up the great work. Good teaching method. Great insight into truth and bringing it to mental health profession.” – Ron Eubanks, Psychologist, Dallas, Texas (8.22.05)
“Great way for therapists to teach old and new concepts in a fun way that can overcome resistance. Appreciate the humorous delivery of an important subject!” – Sandra Lynam, Marriage and Family Therapist, Ft. Worth, Texas (8.32.05)
“Practical information presented by a knowledgeable and humorous presenter on a growing epidemic at all levels of work, social settings and applicable to all ages.” – Gay Kelso, Social Worker, Ft. Worth, Texas (8.32.05)
“Well presented and organized – helped me to recognize a lot of application settings and situations. Presenter very appropriate with his humor and it increased understanding.” – Carl Bennett, Counselor/Marriage and Family Therapist, Ft. Worth, Texas (8.32.05)
“The instructor was very well prepared and made the experience of learning fun and memorable. He was very knowledgeable of the material and was able to relate the information to real life experiences, and provide realistic solution. I felt he did an outstanding job and I enjoyed the seminar very much. Thanks.” – Belinda Tuck, Counselor, Ft. Worth, Texas (8.32.05)
“Stepped on my toes with the freedom of speech and my own parenting style! Thank you so much for showing me this – what a great opportunity for me to change!” – Elizabeth Gibson, Counselor, Waco, Texas (8.24.05)
“I loved the dry wit, the enthusiasm about the subject. (Kept my interest even with lack of sleep for the past 2 nights.) – Mary Hopkins, Social Worker/Probation Officer, Waco, Texas (8.24.05)
“Enjoyed your energy and excitement on the subject; I really liked the song --- too cute! These concepts are common sense – but have been misconstrued by society. You are taking things back to the basics and I like that. Thanks for having a seminar in Waco, TX --- we need more here!” – Nicole Tull, Social Worker, Waco, Texas (8.24.05)
“I enjoyed Izzy’s personality and sincerity. An excellent reminder to ‘lighten up’!” – Dennis Cooke, Counselor, Waco, Texas (8.24.05)
“Izzy Kalman is a live wire! I loved his honest personal stories and agreed with 99% of all he said and postulated. And I really enjoyed his sense of humor and role-playing in teaching these concepts. I learned some and had some things I’ve thought for years validated. Thanks for a first rate seminar and experience I can use!” – Jeri Carol Jaquith, Counselor, Austin, Texas (8.25.05)
“This was great! Please keep promoting ‘self responsibility’. Now, if we could only apply this to terrorism! Thank you for the song – there’s a place for you on the Met roster!” – Virginia Livesay, Psychologist, Austin, Texas (8.25.05)
“Izzy is THE BEST! I feel this seminar is based on the truth. It is the best workshop I’ve ever been to! It’s a bullshit free seminar that is not removed from life, but integrated to it. It gets my highest recommendation.” – Susan Boulden, Nurse, Austin, Texas (8.25.05)
“I enjoyed the seminar very much. I got a lot of information, and the presenter has a great singing voice.” – Linda Falter, Counselor, Austin, Texas (8.25.05)
“My first reaction was fairly neutral, but as the day went on, I began to see the usefulness of the material and how I could implement it. Good job.” – Russ Adams, Counselor, Austin, Texas (8.25.05)
“It’s refreshing to hear and watch presenter’s use of self vs. sole reliance on audio/visual support. Izzy became the content covered, not just the workbook, which is excellent.” – Devorah Brock, Counselor, Austin, Texas (8.25.05)
“Excellent presented. Held my interest. Best approach to anger control I’ve heard.” – Rosemary Ramsey, Social Worker, Austin, Texas (8.25.05)
“If Woody Allen had become a therapist, he might have been very similar to Izzy Kalman! His presentation was energetic, thought-provoking, practical, useful and humorous.” – A.C., Marriage and Family Therapist, Austin, Texas (8.25.05)
“I learn real life applicable techniques. This was one of the best workshops I have been to in years! It was over too quickly.” – Diane Darrington, Counselor, Austin, Texas (8.25.05)
“I think a lot of the information regarding anger was common sense. But it took this course to see how anger has a prolonged effect. This will help in all aspects of my life. It really opened my eyes to my own behavior and how to improve all my relationships. Great job. Thank you.” – Anna Rackley, Office Manager, Harlingen, Texas (8.30.05)
“Excellent information. I could have read 10 books and attended 10 workshops and not gained the information I received today. Not only relevant to my work as a counselor, but also in my personal life . Very practical!” – Cathy Harbison, Counselor, Harlingen, Texas (8.30.05)
“The presenter is very well versed in his material. He makes the class interesting and his material is down to earth and not above anyone’s head. He is reaching his audience by being real.” – Stephanie Bassano, Drug and Alcohol Abuse Counselor, Houston, Texas (8.31.05)
“A very valid and useful seminar. A unique perspective that I wish I had known previously. I can clearly see the effectiveness of Mr. Kalman’s techniques.” – Carla Wynn Tubbs, Social Worker, Houston, Texas (8.31.05)
“The very best seminar on anger. It confirmed my teaching from step-parenting techniques I use with kids. It works. Thanks for the technique of the game.” – Dorothy Babon, Social Worker, Houston, Texas (8.31.05)
“Izzy was excellent at recognizing what people are really thinking when they’re angry. While acknowledging that reality, he shows how those natural impulses are self-defeating. Then he gives great demonstration of real, civil, and better responses.” – Michael Stokes, Counselor, Houston, Texas (8.31.05)
“Mr. Kalman’s presentation was very humorous and informative. The best presentation I’ve ever seen.” – Jack Bryant, Drug and Alcohol Abuse Counselor, San Antonio, Texas (9.1.05)
“This has been the most interesting training that I have ever attended. The instructor was very good and held my attention. I will take the information obtained in the training into my family life and work place. As a probation officer I feel I will be able to help my clients.” – Renee Clark-Hughes, Adult Probation Officer, San Antonio, Texas (9.1.05)
“I have attended many seminars, conferences, workshops, etc. – 17 years. This is the best seminar I have ever attended. I am an adult probation officer and victims coordinator. The knowledge I have obtained will assist me with my profession, personal life, and the victims I assist. My only son tragically died November 7, 2004. I only wish my grandson (his son) had the opportunity to listen to the instructor. He is very angry and hurt. Mr. Kalman is extremely knowledgeable of his topic, presented the topic well, and made the seminar fun.” – Carol Rhodes, Adult Probation Officer/Victim Coordinator, San Antonio, Texas (9.1.05)
“This was one of the best trainings that I’ve ever experienced! ‘Shalom.’” – John Williams, Educator, San Antonio, Texas (9.1.05)
“Excellent! Extremely useful for private practice.” – Beth Nottingham, Counselor, Dallas, Texas (8.22.05)
“I appreciate the refreshing differences in your approach to anger issues/management! I plan on using this with my clients. It’s clear, simple, and concise. I think my clients will benefit from Izzy’s game! Very comprehensive workbook!” – Pennie Vail, Counselor, Dallas, Texas (8.22.05)
“Good information presented in a very interesting and thought-provoking manner.” – Doreen Christensen, Social Worker/Marriage and Family Therapist, Dallas, Texas (8.22.05)
“I strongly believe Mr. Kalman is a professional with a lot of experience in the psychological field. Mr. Kalman is very involved with the audience and he is well prepared.” – Rocue Mendoza, Mental Health Program Manager, Head Start, El Paso, Texas (11.15.04)
“I needed this before school started! The ideas and steps are clear, rational, and logical. We should all be using this instead of Bully Proofing!” – Donna Winchester, Counselor, El Paso, Texas (11.15.04)
“The role playing activities are extremely helpful. These strategies are effective hands on activities that can be utilized immediately.” – L. Matson, Outreach Specialist, El Paso, Texas (11.15.04)
“No other explanation; this was awesome and I have so much more knowledge about bullying. Thanks!” – Name Withheld, School Counselor, El Paso, Texas (11.15.04)
“Very informative. Information presented in a clear, straightforward and experiential way – excellent. Mr. Kalman’s insights and humor is a joy. Thank you.” – L.A.G., PhD, El Paso, Texas (11.15.04)
“I have been using some of these tactics for 30 years working with gangs, drug and alcohol abuser clients, and found that these tactics surely work in resolving issues between volatile gangs.” – Joe D. Brown, Drug and Truancy Prevention Specialist, El Paso, Texas (11.15.04)
“Right on! Time to hear the truth of our reality today! It’s time for the ‘psychobabble’ to go! ‘Emotional marshmallows’ is the perfect description of children and adults of today. These are the parents who don’t parent because they don’t want their children angry with them.” – Priscilla Ragsdale, Counselor, Dallas, Texas (10.13.04)
“Very good! I will actually use this material in my practice. This is one of the best seminars I have attended in a while.” – Cynthia Jane Morrison, PhD, Social Worker, Dallas, Texas (10.13.04)
“I really like the manual! It allowed me to actively listen instead of hurriedly taking notes. I also loved the song! I’ve made a conscious decision to not respond in anger.” - Sherry Wombly, Special Education Teacher, Dallas, Texas (10.13.04)
“Great program! Great information and materials! Great presenter!” – Beverly Bailey, Counselor, Dallas, Texas (10.13.04)
“Izzy was a great presenter with many clear examples and great humor. Role playing was a great teaching tool.” – Ray O. McClung, PhD, Psychologist Dallas, Texas (10.13.04)
“Presentation was very well done. It was consistent and coherent. The manual will be a resource I will use for years to come.” – Steve Gravseth, Teacher Dallas, Texas (10.13.04)
“Exceptional instructor. Interesting presentation. He kept my attention the whole seminar and the time flew by too quickly.” – V.R., Counselor, Austin, Texas (10.14.04)
“Probably one of the best seminars I have attended. Fresh and innovative approach to anger. Thought provoking, mentally stimulating.” - Austin, Texas (10.14.04) (Name withheld)
“Izzy – you seem unusual, but you’re good at what you do. Keep up the good work.” Beatriz Roskopf, Counselor, McAllen, Texas (9.21.04)
“Can be very useful for criminal justice clients. Have been to other anger management workshops and this one gives me practical tools I can use without much difficulty.” – Carla E. DePena, Counselor, McAllen, Texas (9.21.04)
“I got what I came for, something for both selfs – professional and personal.” – David Duncan, Social Worker, San Antonio, Texas (9.22.04)
“The professionalism of the instructor was more than excellent, he was creative, he made anger a feeling that could be dealt with. Keep providing instructors of the same caliber as Mr. Kalman.” S.S.M., Outreach Worker, San Antonio, Texas (9.22.04)
“The program was terrific. Izzy is delightfully funny!” – Kare Hanania, Special Education Counselor, San Antonio, Texas (9.22.04)
“Couldn’t be better! (Take it on the road to all the schools!) – Joan A. Lee, Social Worker, San Antonio, Texas (9.22.04)
“Could have been a stand-up comic.” – Keith Asbury, San Antonio, Texas (9.22.04)
“The instructor is particularly effective.” – George Briggs, Psychotherapist, San Antonio, Texas (9.22.04)
“Program content was wonderful. Role playing taught me so much. I will use the game in my marriage, with my children, and my profession.” – Devra Gore, Social Worker, San Antonio, Texas (9.22.04)
“Never had this view of anger presented – very valuable, workable.” – Janice Rice, Counselor, Houston, Texas (9.23.04)
“Izzy Kalman is a great presenter. Seems like a great person, too. Likeable.” – Stephanie Visokay, Counselor, Houston, Texas (9.23.04)
“Great material and instruction – I wish the world could utilize these methods.” – Judy Jackson, Social Worker, Houston, Texas (9.23.04)
“Very unusual for one person to hold my interest in an all-day seminar. You did! Role playing was very effective!” – Julie Everett, School Counselor, Houston, Texas (9.23.04)
“So much to learn presented extremely well.” – Wayne Handley, Teacher, Social Worker, Houston, Texas (9.23.04)
“The most valuable information I have seen on dealing with the “victim mentality” in students. This is absolutely something I plan on using.” – Lhea Lucien, Counselor, Tyler, Texas (10.12.04)
“Very dynamic presentation. Excellent role playing demonstrations. He have 100% even with sore throat or cold.” – Mac Walling, PhD, Psychologist, Tyler, Texas (10.12.04)
“Extremely helpful both personally and professionally. I applaud you for applying spiritual principles and also saying things that are not ‘politically correct’.” – Vicki Germer, Nurse Tyler, Texas (10.12.04)
