Testimonials

“I had been thinking a lot about how to negotiate my first “sexuality” conversation with my 9-year-old son. Heidi offered me the perfect approach to introducing and then continuing the discussion between my son and I in a safe and comfortable way for both of us. Heidi’s expertise literally turned the subject matter from “awkward” to “normal” in a single hour-long group session. Thanks Heidi!!”

~Camp Tawonga Dad

 

 
 
“Heidi Winig is an expert on teen health issues and a stellar presenter. I have attended several of her parent education workshops and she also taught my 13 year old daughter in a series on the ethics of relationships and sexuality. She is engaging, knowledgeable, and shares incredible resources to have what can be challenging conversations with young adults.  I highly recommend her services!”
 
~Santa Cruz Mom

 

 
 
 
“I attended a workshop that Heidi facilitated for parents of Middle School students.  She provided refreshing strategies of how to listen to and ask questions of my children so as to keep the communication channels open.  I also liked how she role modeled some of the more challenging questions!”
 
~Cupertino Parent

 

 
 
 
“Heidi Winig is a truly special teacher, leader, and advocate for her students. She approaches her work with a compassion and thoughtfulness that is remarkable, and a foundation of knowledge that is both essential and exceptional. My wife and I have found her workshops for parents enlightening, inspiring, and often just plain old fun. And my daughter loves Heidi’s visits to her class and conversations about the topics so many adults find difficult to broach.”
~Santa Cruz Dad

 

 
“Heidi is so comfortable talking about subjects that many of us find hard or avoid.  She is “cool,” totally approachable, and fun.  She’s like the awesome friend or aunt that everyone wishes they had to talk with about the big stuff.
 
My kids loved working with Heidi and were amazed that her class was fun and not awkward.  All of the parents in our group were impressed that Heidi handled “tough” topics in such a matter of fact way.  She is terrific at facilitating communication and developing skills for parents and kids alike.”
~Santa Cruz Mom

 

 
 

“When it comes to creating a safe, engaging, and interactive student-centered environment, Heidi Winig lights the way. Heidi honors the whole student (their worlds, words, and life experiences) by responding to their thoughts and concerns with directness and empathy.  Through her teaching, Heidi helps students actively grapple with such issues as dating, sexuality, morality and spirituality, tolerance, as well as what it means to draw personal boundaries.  Under Heidi’s guidance, students embrace the value of shared discovery and interdependent thinking, as she teaches tools for important conversations with their peers, as well as with their parents or trusted adults.”

~Aptos Dad

“As I continue to digest yesterday’s retreat, I feel so grateful for the space Heidi and Ilana created and the opportunity they provided to deepen my intimacy with my daughter. IT WAS SOOOO VALUABLE.
 
I feel more equipped and supported to continue the conversation with my girl about puberty, bodies, changes, and our shared connections with other women. I plan to build on this and help my girl thrive and know her power despite the limited view of womanhood (that patriarchy) imposes on us. Please, keep this thing going!”
~ Santa Cruz Mom