What They Say About CTRN

The reflections shared on this page come directly from participants across a wide range of CTRN trainings, presentations, and learning environments. Collected over many years, they reflect diverse roles, settings, and experiences, including frontline professionals, leaders, educators, and community members.

Presented in participants’ own words and handwriting, these materials offer an unfiltered view into how CTRN’s work is received, understood, and integrated in real-world contexts.

  • The experience with the subject matter was second to none, and the ability to present information alongside real-life situations where the techniques were applied made the material relevant and compelling. Difficult topics were made accessible and engaging. Thank you.

    Adam L., Lead Program Manager

  • Anne’s deep expertise, combined with personal stories and neuroscience insights, made the presentation unforgettable. She is funny, warm, and compassionate. The information and exercises progressed in a way that built on each other and flowed well, creating strong engagement throughout.

    Kelly S., Division Director

  • This workshop gave me the clarity and confidence I needed to tackle challenges at work and at home. The interactive exercises were engaging and made the concepts stick.

    James R., Operations Manager

  • The ability to integrate neuroscience with real-world application was transformative. I left the workshop not only inspired, but with practical tools I can directly share with clients and use myself.

    Maria P., Mental Health Counselor

  • Very knowledgeable, passionate, and entertaining - easy to learn from - and now I have a plan.

    Blake G., Team Lead

  • I am so grateful for the genuine respect and care I experienced during the workshop. The insights from our conversations have stayed with me, and the lessons are easy to apply.

    Jesse M., CEO

  • All kidding aside - your classes saved more than my career, you saved my family and for that I am forever grateful.

    Thom D., Senior Leadership

  • I really appreciate your expertise and experience. You have a great way of relating/humanizing very difficult and complex issues.

    Sandy T., Director of Operations

  • The mix of evidence-based practices and personal storytelling was truly unique. I walked away feeling seen, understood, and inspired.

    Emily C., Team Leader

  • Anne’s workshops are a game-changer. She does not just teach; she creates a supportive space for real growth and connection.

    Rachel D., HR Specialist

These reflections stand on their own. Together, they offer insight into how people engage with CTRN’s work across different settings, pressures, and moments of transition. Additional quotes and examples are included throughout the page, providing further perspective on how this work is experienced over time.