“The need to catch up with the vocabulary of race, gender, and ethnicity… to be mindful of how I use the words of specific people, it's not enough to be human, but to understand the many variations; be accountable and respons/ible... that really turned my brain around...”
“Trish is a very talented instructor. They are kind, knowledgeable, speak their truth responsibly, and hold boundaries well. The curriculum for this class was fantastic.”
“Trish demonstrated great care and compassion . . . she shared her stories which enable the student to feel safe while sharing their truths, disappointments and asking some of the tough questions.”
“Trish lives this material at home, in community, and at work, and she appropriately wove hints of this in, which underscores what a great facilitator of learning she is for this material!”
“Trish brought this course material alive for me … She facilitated challenging topics with grace, confidence, and in a way that was inclusive to all students. She addressed concerns as they came up and also offered deep reflections afterward. I resonate with and appreciate her teaching style.”
“Trish handled tough discussions with grace and respect which became teachable moments for all. Trish is an amazing instructor and beautiful soul.”
“Trish expertly wove real occurrences into our conversations and allowed space for honoring the difficult emotions that showed up without causing harm to any group.”
“One of Trish’s gifts is her ability to see in the soul and heart of her students.”
“Dr. Trish is laid back and very knowledgeable about her subject matter. She is intuitive and has a deep awareness of the importance of transformative justice.”
“Trish does not shy away from a truth grounded in history and bodies, guides with a clarity of purpose, kindness of spirit, and gentle humor that invites students to examine themselves, their bodies, and their actions/reactions in a very real and very painful context.”
“Solidarity and community with others with similar values and spiritual awareness levels.”