What people are saying
Listen to what frontline staff think about LIT >
Limbic Legacy workshops are recommended by
97% of participants
the same percentage of Americans that love Ice Cream
“Outstanding - current, & relevant.”
— Jodi Overall, Facility Manager, 38 years in the field, 2019
“I will be recommending this training to everyone I know who works with children and families.”
— Kerry Swenson, Residential Care Administrator
“Outstanding training. This would be fantastic, therapeutic, and necessary in an RCCF milieu. Quality would increase, safety would as well, and physical restraints would be reduced greatly.”
— Joe Mitchell, CDHS Licensing and Monitoring Specialist- current, & relevant.
“In the first 28 days, we’ve had two physical managements”
- Residential Youth Treatment Facility Director
“Excellent training! This needs to be standard practice for all of Colorado’s out of home placements! This is important and valuable information.”
— Debra Lawrence, CDHS Licensing and Monitoring Specialist
“Amazing learning opportunity. Well prepared, engaging and a wealth of knowledge and resources.”
— Jen Pastorick, Youth Residential Director, 14 years in field
“One of the most fabulous workshops I’ve ever attended in the field.” “Two energetic and inspiring teachers who brought their whole selves into the room.”
— April Betty, RCCF staff
“This was one of the most impactful trainings I have ever attended. Relevant to our clients & staff - also, the clear understanding that the presenters have about the work that is being done was very helpful.”
— Melissa Strong, Detention Facility Director, 25 years in the field
“Understanding the limbic brain is like standing on the precipice of a whole new world! Thank you! My dream is for us to teach all systems the Limbic Legacy Language.”
— Pam Neu, CDHS Manager Child & Adolescent & Mental Health Programs
“Incredibly on target and presented in language and with authenticity that makes the material immediately accessible and actionable within our facility. A rare and rewarding professional growth experience.”
— Lisa Greco, Youth Center Director, 30+ years in the field
“Freaking fantastic training! Best training I’ve taken in a long time.”
— Karey Riemersma
“Limbic Legacy offers remarkable skills in the discipline of “kid work” and these skills incredibly extend, as well as apply, to the workplace and overall organizational culture.”
— Catania Jones, MA, Program Manager, Colorado Division of Youth Corrections
“Fantastic class. Supervisors should be required to take and practice this. It would do wonders for morale building.”
— County Caseworker
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“This should be mandatory for all supervisors and directors.”
— Merrie Pfeffer
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“I think all caseworkers should take this class as a part of orientation. ”
— Dianne Donaldson, 17 years, County Human Services
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“One of the best workshops I have ever attended. The ideas are fresh, not just a rehash of old news.”
— Jean Gore, County Human Services
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“Would be great to implement in all levels of the system.”
— Patti Riedel, District Attorney, Diversion, 30yrs in field
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“Higher level supervisors and program managers should take this for the purpose of providing support for their staff and retention of employees”
— Gail Kane, 17 Years Human Services
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“I’ve been in this profession for seven years, these guys gave me hope.”
— Heather Study, Ph.D. School Psychologist
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“Everyone needs to see this workshop!”
— Ray Washington, Director, Jefferson County Fatherhood Program
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“Well worth the two days and definitely plants a desire for more”
— Deneen Kelly, 13 years, Human Services
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“Amazing grasp of concept. Genuine with responses, almost innate.”
— Susan Archuleta, 10 years field experience, Supervisor, County Human Services
“Class was amazing! I have not had a training that was so helpful in a long time.”
— Jesse Masciottro, 20 years field experience, County Human Services
Reviews from individuals, formerly Gang-affiliated with felony convictions
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"Kellie explained things at a good level for all to understand."
— Gang Re-entry Adult Parole workshop participant
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“I enjoyed this presentation and would love to learn more."
— Gang Re-entry Adult Parole workshop participant
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“It was great to learn how the brain works."
— Gang re-entry Adult Parole workshop participant
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“I was on this path but didn't know what it was called."
— Gang re-entry Adult Parole workshop participant
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"I learned that you can change but it takes time and support."
— Gang re-entry Adult Parole workshop participant
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“I want to learn more."
— Gang re-entry Adult Parole workshop participant
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Very great presentation
— Gang re-entry Adult Parole workshop participant
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“I would like to learn more about the limbic system."
— Gang re-entry Adult Parole workshop participant
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"Wish it was longer."
— Gang re-entry Adult Parole workshop participant
“The most dynamic, accessible training. This is a foundation for treatment.”
— Child Placement Professional
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“A MUST training for anyone who engages with human beings!”
— Laurie Burney, CDHS Licensing and Monitoring Specialist
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“Finally, a training that is so much more than theory and assessment. Limbic Legacy takes the hard science and translates it into an accurate, understandable and very practical model. This is Cutting edge material that makes a difference in the lives of my clients. I began implementation on the next day!”
— Jim Hinkle, M.Div., LCSW, Executive Director, TwoCor
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“Excellent blend of science and application.”
— Barry Schultz, CDHS Licensing and Monitoring Specialist
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“One of the most fabulous workshops I’ve ever attended in the field.” “Two energetic and inspiring teachers who brought their whole selves into the room.”
— April Betty, RCCF staff
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“This was the best conference training I have ever been to. I love how relatable it was. Not only did you teach the “What” but you taught the “How”. When you speak it is powerful and I cannot wait to take this back with me and make things happen.”
— Lauren Hanus, Detention Supervisor, 7 years in the field
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“Outstanding training. This would be fantastic, therapeutic, and necessary in an RCCF milieu. Quality would increase, safety would as well, and physical restraints would be reduced greatly.”
— Joe Mitchell, CDHS Licensing and Monitoring Specialist
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“Refreshing. I never say this about trainings, but I felt like it could have been longer.”
— County Human Services
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“Great class, love that it helped put a name to skills we already utilize. I especially liked bringing to my attention that I could be missing some obvious points about those I work with.”
— Cheryl Allen, 34 years field experience, Supervisor, Arapahoe County Human Services
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“You hit it right on. You have given me the tools to go back with a new and brighter set of skills”
— County Human Services