What others have to say about Crystal's Sessions
Ethical practice brought to life
Crystal presented and facilitated a learning event on the topic of Ethical Practice for the Professional Christian Coaching Institute; she was exceptional! Her engaging presence and skillful facilitation brought ethical practice to life in a way that felt both accessible and deeply meaningful. Through creative exercises and well-crafted thought experiments, she elevated our awareness and invited us to see ethics not as a requirement to manage, but as something we genuinely want to embrace. Crystal has a gift for creating learning environments that are reflective, practical, and inspiring; it was a delight to benefit from her skills, her teaching, and her presence.
Cindy Schmelzenbach, MCC, ESIA
A “hit it out of the ballpark” training
Crystal’s presentation was truly excellent. It was a “hit it out of the ballpark” training and a wonderful experience for our CCE series. She has a gift for breaking down directions into clear, easy-to-follow steps while keeping participants engaged throughout the entire workshop. She created an interactive learning experience that held the audience’s focus without pulling attention away from the main content. The result was a session that was energizing, meaningful, and impactful for everyone involved.
Rachel McCluskey, CPLC, Chancellor of Professional Christian Coaching Institute
Incredibly Impactful
Crystal’s listening workshop was incredibly impactful. It helped me reflect on how I can implement new listening skills in my daily life. I learned the value of asking open-ended questions instead of offering quick solutions, and Crystal provided clear examples of how to acknowledge and validate someone’s feelings without judgment. I appreciated the opportunity to practice with other participants through real-life scenarios—it made the experience practical and engaging. I left the workshop inspired to listen more, talk less, and continue practicing to become a better listener.
Kelle C.
I came away with simple methods I could use.
The Lord created a wonderful thing in the human body, and Crystal does a marvelous job of helping us celebrate that and to understand ways He gave us to be more aware as we navigate and respond to our environment, people around us, and our own personal challenges. She guides us in recognizing signals from our bodies and techniques to ground ourselves and be in a more peaceful place. I came away with some very simple methods to achieve grounding and relaxation.
Toni S.
Great Introduction to Somatic Awareness
This workshop felt unpressured and safe, allowing me to experience it in a way that was truly helpful for me. My biggest takeaway is that I need to intentionally structure time to attend to my body in this way. It is a great and gentle introduction to somatic awareness—a safe way to begin learning and experiencing a concept that might otherwise feel unfamiliar.
Cindy Schmelzenbach
New Information and Practical Steps All in One Place
I appreciated having new information and practical steps together in one place. I gained increased knowledge about somatic awareness while also having a calming experience. My biggest takeaway is that body posture produces emotions.
Carla Allemann
A Relaxing Workshop
I appreciated that there were no judgments, and that a workshop designed to teach relaxation was itself relaxing. My biggest takeaway is that my body posture influences how I feel, not just how I appear to others.
Christie C.
This is the workshop to learn how to be more grounded.
I loved that the workshop was interactive, yet we were also given permission to be quiet if we wanted. My biggest takeaway is that taking time to notice my body during the week can help me regulate my thoughts. If you want to learn about getting more grounded in your body, this workshop is for you.
Corey E.
This workshop included a missing piece other workshops often lack.
I loved that Crystal incorporated scripture, which is often a missing piece in workshops like this. My biggest takeaway is that I have control over how I feel based on how I position my body. Crystal has a gift for helping you notice postures and movements you didn’t even realize you were making, and she weaves in scripture in a way that makes it come alive in a whole new way.
Kalyn C.
I'm still using the tools she taught us.
Crystal created a safe, nurturing space where I could pause and really listen to what my body was telling me. Through the grounding exercises she led us through, I started to notice how my body reacts to stress and what's happening around me. It reminded me of the deep connection between my body and mind that I'd somehow forgotten, and I realized that when I'm relaxed and centered, it affects how I connect with other people too. I'm still using the tools she taught us, and they help me find that sense of calm and clarity when I need it most.
Robin M.
Engaging and practical
Crystal Wagner is a delightful speaker with a relevant and inspiring message. She has an engaging style and offers practical application to the ideas she presents.
Susan Chrisman
Well-researched and prepared
Crystal was not only fully prepared and engaging, but the host of resources, data, and research behind her methods was completely sound. I did not go away feeling burdened with one more thing to add to our calendar, but I felt excited and fully prepared to implement what I learned!
Paula G.