Client Feedback from Sessions
“Mikayla is a verbal processor and went through a year and a half of cognitive behavioural therapy. It had got to a point where she seemed to be rehashing the same things and yet she didn’t seem to be moving forward. This is where you came in with Cool Mindz. After a session with you, Mikayla would often be quietly reflective which was quite profound. As this “quietness” was an indication that there was less to process – it was complete after a session. How does one quantify the value of that?”
“Taryn is very perceptive. As we were talking, she suggested a session and it was great timing as I was overwhelmed and needed to calm down. My first session was very revealing as it revealed the subconscious or background internal dialogue I have, that I often don’t engage or give time to. The sessions are revealing what’s going on in the back of my mind, which essentially is my mind, that I am ignoring. I recognise that I often don’t stop to listen to my body and mind. I don’t allow myself the attention.
The sessions are helping unravel my mind and reveal what’s really going on that I either don’t have time to engage with or am naturally averse to paying attention to. I don’t give my true thoughts a lot of time. I am scared to listen to them and don’t want to hear them. They make life messy. Taryn’s voice is so soothing, she makes me want to shut my eyes and fall softly asleep. Such a soothing voice for the relaxation sections and following. Helps me relax.”
“At a time where people are content with and seek others to fix them either through medication or other interventions (both having a vital role to play in Mental Health), you have encouraged Mikayla to draw on her strengths and equipped her with tools to self-regulate and manage difficult situations. In these recent school examinations, she has managed to complete the exams despite being highly anxious. She has said that she was able to use your tools – in fact described them as power tools and not even hand tools, to focus during the exam on the task and not be overwhelmed by the pressure.
You have helped Mikayla tap into her artistic creativity by providing her with an unconditional and encouraging space. Free from destructive criticism. This creative space has overflowed into the family where we have also been encouraged to doodle and explore our feelings creatively. Your intuition is key to the way you operate and by listening to it you have encouraged and helped Mikayla and by default the rest of the family immensely. Thank you for all you have done and continue to do.”
“I am surprised that in doing the swirls as Taryn speaks that I have visceral reactions. That is, I notice my body is responding to things I hadn’t realised I had felt. Or perhaps had a passing thought about during one moment in the day, but quickly glossed over. It’s a bit scary realising that I am covering over what my body/heart/mind needs to deal with. I guess I am not used to having more creative ways of therapy - i.e. art, which is also flexible - so I feel like I am both learning and unlearning, and surprised.”
About Taryn
I met Taryn in a transitional moment in my life when I was feeling overwhelmed and insecure. I wanted to make some important changes as I felt quite stuck in an unfulfilling situation, but the choices I had scared me. Talking with my family was confusing me, so I asked Taryn for help. I still remember how uplifted I was after the first time we met. Taryn was able to deeply understand me, she made me see my situation in a different light, and I started feeling braver and less anxious. Now I’m happy, I quit a stressful job, I moved and started studying again. Taryn’s light and authenticity were incredibly precious to me and I am very grateful for her help.
Taryn Sudding came into our lives three years ago, when she came to live with us. Since then, we have seen her every day, and she has been a delight to live with. She radiates warmth and sincerity without losing her innate sense of fun. When diagnosed with cancer, she accepted her situation with calmness and strength, and applied her ever-positive energy to healing herself, at the same time using her experience to help others. Always observant, Taryn treads lightly upon the earth and clearly cares for all living beings. She has an intuitive understanding of others. It is clear that she has a special connection with children, and when working with children with special needs she has frequently shown herself able to establish a rapport with even the most challenging individuals. Blessed with an inner calm and great listening skills, Taryn has an ability to nurture and help people find the best in themselves. She is a woman of unquestionable integrity and is utterly dependable.
I have known Taryn Sudding for around 18 years. She has the most beautiful, light and loving energy which always makes me feel safe, and immediately lifts my spirits. As someone who has worked to coach others in life as well as being a counsellor, I am able to recognize the qualities needed in someone to be able to successfully help others. I find myself being able to open up to Taryn and share my challenges and troubles. I always leave my interaction with Taryn with direction and steps that I can take to move forward with more certainty and ease. And not to forget lightness and more joy. Taryn is an asset in anyone’s life and I am immensely grateful that she is in mine.
In the last few years I have often enjoyed speaking and talking with Taryn about complicated issues going on in my life. We meet up, have a chat and I always come away feeling lighter and a lot more positive. I have been trying to think what it is about Taryn that makes me feel light and positive after speaking with her and I realized what it is: the quality of her listening. She listens so well - without judgement and without any kind of agenda. This is so helpful when you are dealing with things like career uncertainty and personal issues around creative ego versus creative ideals. This quality of listening then translates into such thoughtful advice or just a different perspective that you kind of go, “Ha! I never thought of it like that!” And then you are left feeling like the things that burden you can be solved or if not solved then at least approached with a different perspective. Thank you, Taryn!
I have known Taryn for almost 20 years. We gravitated towards each other as I recognized a lot of my favorite character traits in her. Genuine, sensitive, caring, compassionate, nurturing, creative, strong, talented and humble. Hard to ignore. My first impression of Taryn still rings true to this day. I want to spend more time around this person or even, I need to know her secret. Every time I see her, I leave with new energy and a full heart. She has a way of seeing exactly what you need at exactly the right time and always has a kind word or a way of listening that makes you know… everything is going to be ok. She calms angry clouds and brings everything back to the basic need of being heard, being seen and being appreciated. I am so delighted to be able to work on her logo and be a part of this journey. It is one of proper joy and right timing and everything coming together when it was meant to. It couldn't be with a more incredible human being. Thank you for feeding my crazy, creative, sensitive soul Tazzy. Much love.
A Final Word From Taryn
When I asked for a few testimonials from the people in my life, I could never have imagined receiving the kind offerings from those who have written these. I’m not one for praise and am always incredibly humbled by the outpouring of love and support I receive daily. For those who don’t know me, I look forward to meeting you and am so grateful to be of assistance.
