The work of Kathleen Adams melds clinical wisdom and cutting edge research. I strongly recommend it.
–Dr. James Pennebaker, research psychologist and author, Opening Up
Kathleen Adams speaks with great clarity, inspiration and balance. One feels her commitment to care for, guide and accompany the writer on a journey that she herself has fully embraced.
–Dr. David Read Johnson, Director, The Institute for the Arts in Psychotherapy, New York
The burgeoning field of journal therapy is fortunate to have the commitment and steady vision of Kathleen Adams. She offers the journal as a powerful and sophisticated tool.
–Tristine Rainer, author, The New Diary and Your Life as Story
Journal writing is the most accessible and adaptable form of self-help. Kathleen Adams gives journal writers and their therapists caring access to the inner life.
–Christina Baldwin, author, Life’s Companion and Calling the Circle
Truly an original, a unique creative force and global leader in therapeutic writing.
–Leia Francisco, MA, CAPF, CJF President, Leia Francisco Associates
Kathleen Adams stands at the forefront of her field with the most contemporary, yet evolving, concepts of how the journal can be used in therapy and beyond.
–Walter C. Young, M.D., formerly Medical Director, The National Center for the Treatment of Dissociative Disorders
The Adams journaling method is clear, unintimidating and substantive. It offers both freedom and structure.
–Dr. Ellen K. Baker, Co-Editor, Experiential Therapies for Eating Disorders
When I started studying with Kay in 2007, I immediately recognized her as an astute, intuitive, and generous educator. I’ve been absolutely thrilled with the depth and breadth of courses and instructors she has brought to us.
–Rae Hight, LMHC, Burley, WA
Kay’s vibrant energy and heart-centered approach are her greatest gifts. Her training
has given me many years of inspiration…teaching journal writing.
–Anne L. Day, MA, RN, Owner, Anne L. Day & Associates
I took the Instructor Certification Training home-study course in 1995, and I’ve been using the work ever since. I lead about 20 workshops or writing groups a year, based on this method. It provided the formal structure I needed to teach my own journal workshops, along with the marketing strategies that insured my success. It is a rigorous, well-designed, deeply personal learning experience.
–Susan deWardt, MA, CAPF, CJF, President, Mindworks Coaching
The Intensive was the best first step for me. I left with everything I needed. I had a week’s access to Kay to ask her all my questions. She’s a great teacher and a wonderful role model for group facilitation.
–Janine VanderWhitte, LMHC, Psychotherapist
As a teacher, Kay embodies the archetype of the Wise Woman Sage. She calls each of us to deeply reflect and discover who we are as part of the collective consciousness.
–Lisa Anselme, Executive Director, Healing Touch International
Kay Adams offers unwavering passion and commitment to her work and those she serves. As a teacher, she is thorough and clear. As a facilitator, she exudes confidence as she encourages others to find theirs. I recommend her work to anyone who wishes to learn, grow, and expand their horizons.
–Sue Rueling Furness, LMFT, PTR, Boise, ID
The marketing day in the ICT Intensive was phenomenal. I blasted through fears, barriers, and resistances. Since my training six months ago I’ve continued to amaze myself daily in the building of my business. I can’t thank Kay enough for making it really easy.
–Carolyn Jennings, Author, Hunger Speaks: A Memoir in Poetry
I recommend journaling as an integral part of the healing process. Kathleen Adams’ exploration of the connection between writing and wellness is a valuable tool for patients and practitioners alike.
–Dr. Andrew Weil, Director, Program in Integrative Medicine, University of Arizona
Kay Adams has a unique facility for drawing out the best in her trainees. She models a high level of professionalism while remaining warm, open, and accessible. She has continued to mentor me as I have stepped out to create my own work. I can’t recommend her highly enough.
–Mary Reynolds Thompson, Founder/Director, Awakening the Ecosoul, Founder/Director, Write the Damn Book!
Kay has assembled a fantastic faculty of experts to teach with her at the Therapeutic Writing Institute, where I am completing certification. This professional program is brilliantly conceived, developed, and executed, and it has been a most practical—and delightful!—learning experience for me. If therapeutic writing is your passion, too, I highly recommend anything Kay offers.
–Joanne Martin, Ontario, CAN, Career Counselor
Kay has big ideas, big energy, and a big heart! Her generosity of spirit radiates throughout the journal writing world. When she speaks, the journal world listens. I strongly recommend anything into which she puts her mind and heart.
–Ruth Folit, President/Founder, Life Journal Software, President/Founder, The International Association for Journal Writing
I started this program to increase my knowledge base in the theory and skills of facilitating journal groups. I’ve met that goal and so much more. The business and marketing components were instrumental in getting my own Writing for Wellness business going. The support and supervision I received from Kay Adams and the other faculty have been invaluable.
–Janice Putrino, LCSW, Rochester, NY
Kay Adams is a pioneer in journal therapy. Her work is a strong and articulate advocacy for the benefits of writing as part of a wellness practice.
–John F. Evans, Executive Director, Wellness and Writing Connections Conference
The Therapeutic Writing Institute has far surpassed my highest expectations. Kay is a living master in the field of journal therapy, and the breadth of her knowledge and skill is
staggering. It’s cutting edge.
–Lynn Morrissey, St. Louis, MO
A ground-breaker in her field…. Approaches all projects with a much-needed sense of professional responsibility…. A committed leader for all who want to deepen their own professional knowledge.
–Rae Hight, LMHC, Burley, WA
Kathleen has been inspiring me for years to follow the path of heart in writing and healing. She is an inspiring leader, an innovative thinker and a really authentic, gracious person and mentor.
–Linda Joy Myers, President/Founder, National Association for Memoir Writers, Author, The Power of Memoir
Kay has been an inspiring mentor to me. I recommend that anyone team up with her should the opportunity present itself.
–Samara O’Shea, Author, Note to Self: On Keeping a Journal and Other Dangerous Pursuits
Keeping a journal played a major part in my healing process. Thank you, Kathleen Adams, for offering your work as a guide for survivors, support people, or anyone seeking answers.
–Marilyn Van Derbur, former Miss America and founder of Survivors United Network
I can’t begin to tell you how relevant and important your teaching is. You make such a contribution to the world!
–Cindy Coney, Executive Director, The Mendez Foundation, Tampa FL
Thank God you wrote your books! Thank you so much for liberating me from my self-doubts and for offering an explanation and purpose and hope.
–E.W., Madison WI
Your workshop was just absolutely fantastic. My response to it on every level is a combination of ‘Yes!’ and ‘Thank you.’
–A.D., Chapel Hill NC
Your presentations are inspirational, moving, dynamic. You exhibit all the qualities of a true and gifted teacher.
–J.J., Boulder CO
Your voice and facilitation and the process of writing makes me feel like I just got a massage…. I feel soothed, stroked. I feel empowered, too, because you treat me as the expert of my own experience.
–D.B., Newville PA
