Utah
Utah Seminar Testimonials
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“I think that you are empowering kids a lot by teaching them to handle their own problems.” – Pattie Braden, Educator, Salt Lake City, Utah (9.25.08)
“Mr. Kalman’s approach should be applied on international levels to improve relations between people and nations! It is rooted in ancient wisdom which will always have modern application!” – Karen Logan, Social Worker, Salt Lake City, Utah (9.25.08)
“Izzy is a very engaging speaker. I enjoyed this seminar. It seems like we (mental health professionals, US culture) encourages victim mentality. It was refreshing to focus on solutions and personal responsiblity/empowerment.” – Psychologist, Salt Lake City, Utah (9.25.08)
“Finally a seminar that applies sound psychological principles to help teach personal responsibility rather than using emotions and political correctness to teach ‘victimhood.’” – Kent Nabers, Psychologist, Salt Lake City, Utah (9.25.08)
“I especially enjoyed your information as a parent.” – Jami Nicotera, Elementary Technology, Salt Lake City, Utah (9.25.08)
“Interesting, thought-provoking theory and practical approach.” – Gina Zhdilkov, Social Worker, Salt Lake City, Utah (1.19.06)
“I liked the seminar because I feel that not only can I use this in my current job, but they are skills that I can use with family, friends, etc.” – Christine Nelson, Case Manager, Salt Lake City, Utah (1.19.06)
“This information is so practical and makes so much sense. Thank you!” – Bonnie Brown, Nurse, Salt Lake City, Utah (1.19.06)
“These are the tools in which I’ve been looking for to help me as a junior high counselor. THANKS!” – Tina Ploch, Counselor, Salt Lake City, Utah (1.19.06)
“I really enjoyed having a different approach to the subject of bullying. Great role playing for understanding of subject matter.” – Blair Findlay, Educator, Salt Lake City, Utah (1.19.06)
“What is so badly needed in our world today – role plays helped so much. Instructor was so awesome and loves to share his knowledge. Materials were clear and helpful. Handout/booklet valuable. I do this but learned valuable teaching techniques.” – Robert C. Croxford, Director, Island View RFC, Salt Lake City, Utah (2.15.05)
“I didn’t realize the wide scope this course would cover. I had an idea of a specific client in mind in which to use anger management interventions, and found that most of my clients can benefit from these interventions. The majority of my case load are couples and families with adolescents.” Janna McGaw, Social Worker, Salt Lake City, Utah (2.15.05)
“Enjoyed course/seminar – liked emphasis on ‘easy’ not to react – etc. I do an anger management group at a mental health center. Really loved the ‘game’ – a ‘hands-on approach’ that works, rather than just lecture.” – Julie Miller, Social Worker, Salt Lake City, Utah (2.15.05)
“I love the simplicity – Brilliant!” – Frances Banta, Counseling Assistant, Salt Lake City, Utah (2.15.05)
“Thank you for being willing to self-disclose. Presenter is easy to relate to. I feel fulfilled by being here and somehow validated for things I have done intuitively. Thank you! I appreciate your honesty. I heard a quote on TV like: ‘If necessity is the mother of invention, Humor is the father of learning.” – Marie Durney, Social Worker, Salt Lake City, Utah (2.15.05)
“Enjoyed his wit-presentation style. Overall, very, very good. Loved it.” – Shawn Edgington, LPC/Therapist, Salt Lake City, Utah (2.15.05)
“Izzy does a great job! He is very knowledgeable, well-prepared, energetic and presents his information in an enjoyable manner. Excellent program – very useable and applicable.” – Cornell Nate, Behavioral Consultant, Salt Lake City, Utah (2.15.05)
“Great. I will take this back to my staff and train all the prevention specialists in our district. Thank you. I loved going back to the Golden Rule and addressing the victim – not a school wide program.” – Jennifer Tempher, Prevention Specialist, Salt Lake City, Utah (11.09.04)
“I feel that the program was great – super education. Make sure at least one teacher per school attend this and take it back to their school.” – Carol Lewis, Child Care Worker, Salt Lake City, Utah (11.09.04)
“Instructor showed knowledge of material, he showed empathy for students. I like how he brought up ancient wisdom and made it applicable now.” - Dolores Dorton, Undergraduate Teaching Fellow, Salt Lake City, Utah (11.09.04)
“Experiential role-plays are great. Mr. Kalman was a wonderful presenter.” – Kim Sommers, School Social Worker, Salt Lake City, Utah (11.09.04)
“Thanks for presenting realistic and innovative ideas. Good job on challenging our belief systems.” – Heather Whitehead, Social Worker, Salt Lake City, Utah (11.09.04)
“Really feel this should be taught and/or required for all teachers.” – Child Care Worker, Salt Lake City, Utah (11.09.04)
“I have used these strategies with kids (from website) and have had great success. It was great to see Izzy in person.” – School Psychologist, Salt Lake City, Utah (11.09.04)
“Deceptively profound, passionately presented, thought provoking, good use of humor.” – Jim Hottinger, Social Worker, Salt Lake City, Utah (11.09.04)
“The instructor was wonderful. He was able to involve participants and keep our attention.” – Heather Paskett, Psychologist, Salt Lake City, Utah (11.09.04)
“Very useful info! I appreciate the energy and confidence of Izzy Kalman, as well as his well-informed, pragmatic approach.” – Kay Ames, School Psychologist, Salt Lake City, Utah (11.09.04)
“This seminar gave a new perspective and very specific steps which are easy to remember and follow.” Laura Sego, Prevention Specialist, Salt Lake City, Utah (11.09.04)
