John Collings, Ph.D., and Lea Harper, MOD, PCC, are professional coaches who have collaborated to produce the book, “Energetic Coaching, Being and Doing with Spirit.” Their long-term relationship which began as Master Certified Coach and Success Unlimited Network® coach-in-training continues to grow into that of fellow life sojourner and co-conspirators for consciousness-raising and truth-telling. John and Lea created the experience of authentic being in their relationship and in the practice of daily living and have committed to sharing this frightening, fun-filled growth process with others.
Connie Donaldson is a therapist, writer and teacher, with a Master’s Degree in Counseling Psychology from Waynesburg University. She is a member of the American Counseling Association (ACA) and works with both individuals and groups. Connie has completed training in the Systemic Phenomenological Approach of Bert Hellinger from the Hellinger Learning Center. Her experience in Family Constellation Work includes extensive training with international facilitators, Mark Wolynn and Suzi Tucker, and workshops with Bert Hellinger and Stephan Hausner.
Kira A. Dreher recently finished her Masters degree at Carnegie Mellon University in English Literary and Cultural Studies, and earned her undergraduate degree from Penn State University in English and Linguistics. In addition to her literary studies, Kira is an artist; she enjoys most mediums but particularly Chinese Brush Painting, ink drawings, and acrylic.
Peg Fischer is a financial advisor, educator and consultant. Throughout her retail banking and securities brokerage career, she has counseled and coached many individuals by providing financial management services to include cash flow analysis, investments and insurance, in addition to addressing various life planning stages – financing college educations, meeting retirement requirements, as well as tax and estate planning. I love helping others with this process – getting in touch with each unique situation, finding creative solutions and developing strategies to achieve financial goals thereby hopefully realizing dreams. Peg can be contacted at 724.873.0888 or by e-mail: margaretkfischer@aol.com.
Tracy Gomez was awarded the title of overall grand champion at the 2005 PA State Karate tournament where she won 1st place in kata with the Tai Chi Chuan form that she teaches her students. She is ranked 5th in the nation in kata (forms) and 4th in Kumite (fighting).
Sandra Leahy Gustafson, N.D., R.N., is a senior registered instructor in the U.S. Originally from South Africa, Sandra moved to Australia in 1985, where she learned Bowenwork®. She has been using it extensively in her nursing and naturopathic practices since 1992 and has taught it since 1994. She married and moved to Norther California in 1999 where she now lives and has her naturopathic practice. Sandra is an approved NCBTMB provider under the U.S. Bowen Registry.
Claudette Keller, M.S., is director of Self Empowerment Services, providing empowerment training, and life, balance and fulfillment coaching. Claudette obtained her B.S. degree in Human Development, and her M.S. degree in Education/Training and Performance Improvement. Ms. Keller is also a Certified Enneagram Personality and Self Talk Trainer, and Certified Bach Flower Essence Practitioner. She is author of three books including Blooming the Flower Within, and a relaxation CD.
Daisy Klaber, Director of MUSIC TOGETHER As one of five children growing up together in a musical home, Daisy was always singing! Studying dance and drama in addition to voice, she performed locally and internationally—formally and informally—from early childhood through young adulthood. After directing several classroom environments for 2 1/2- to 6-year-olds, Daisy now serves on the Greater Pittsburgh Montessori Society’s Board of Directors. In addition, Daisy volunteers locally with The Samburu Project, collaborating with communities in developing countries to address immediate resource needs while promoting sustainability, self-sufficiency and cultural integrity; as well as with the Pittsburgh Chapter of Children's International Summer Villages, an independent, non-political organization promoting peace education and cross-cultural friendship.
Pat and Dave Krajovic have been doing healing work since 1998 when they founded BodyWorks Healing Center. They have taken advanced training in a number of healing modalities including Neuromuscular Therapy, Esoteric Healing, Pranic Healing, Transformational Breathing, Cranio Sacral Therapy and Somato Emotional Release Therapy. They are teaching assistants for the Upledger Institute and Certified Transformational Breath Facilitators and Trainers for the Transformational Breath Foundation.
Dr. Jonas Marry, DC has been in private practice in McMurray, PA for 7 years. He is a graduate of Parker School of Chiropractic, with post-graduate studies in pediatrics, sports chiropractic and cross cultural healing principles and philosophy. Dr. Marry has been guest lecturer at Carnegie Mellon University and Allegheny General Hospital. His ultimate goal is "to assist others in becoming the greatest version of the grandest vision that people have for themselves."
Debra Myers is certified in Stress Management and Integral Yoga. In addition she has received over 400 Yoga Alliance hours of credit. She has personally benefitted from these stress management skills by acquiring significant improvement in her own health challenges which have included immune dysfunction and other stress disorders. She offers both private and group sessions in stress management and yoga. Her goal is to promote awareness of the students' natural ability to heal and relax. Private and group sessions are offered in Stress Management and Yoga.
Barbara O’Donnell, a Sister of the Humility of Mary, offers presentation, workshops, retreats and rituals related to EcoSpirituality and EcoJustice.
Lee Robinson -- is a musician, composer and art experimenter. He has performed as a jazz saxophonist and group leader. As a music artist he has created an interdisciplinary art concept that creates community. He has also innovated a performance format that transforms music improvisation into projected digital image manipulation. This process takes place simultaneously with the music performance. He is the Coordinator for the Pittsburgh Bleep Group which is inspired by quantum realty and spiritualism.
Frank Romeo, Director of Land Management Emeritus at Villa Maria works with Farm-Based Environmental Education and other Earth Spirituality programs. He is a Director of Lawrence County Conservation District and a member of the Pennsylvania Association of Sustainable Agriculture.
Robbie Schuldt lived with her family in Tokyo, Japan for 6 years. She played the taiko drums with Miyabi Arashi in Tokyo, and Hikari Taiko in Los Angeles. She has attended multiple taiko and Japanese singing workshops including a selective program at the Kodo Drummers’ apprentice center in Sado Island, Japan. She is also certified in group fitness instruction by the American Council on Exercise, YogaFit, Balletone and Turbo KICK. She has taught over 450 hours of classes including 3 years of teaching in Tokyo, Japan. She is a 6-time medal winner in Southern California Masters Gymnastics. You may contact her at 412-221-2354 or robbieschuldt@comcast.net.
Mark Taylor is the director of the Center for BodyMindMovement, which provides workshops and individual sessions in Body-Mind Centering® and Certification in Somatic Movement Education. He was artistic director and choreographer for Dance Alloy in Pittsburgh and Mark Taylor & Friends in New York, and served as a member of the Princeton University dance faculty. Mark teaches movement and embodiment practices in the U.S., Europe, Asia, and Central and South America, and maintains a private practice in Pittsburgh.
