Unsolicited Feedback and Testimonials

See what people are saying about working with me in:

Individual Therapy

  • "Ellen, Thank you for helping me help myself. Thank you for not throwing medication at me and calling it a day. Thank you for believing in me. I was so lost. So confused. I was suffering. My spirit, body and mind were in so much pain. I don’t feel like that anymore. I felt so deep in a hole that I never thought I’d find my way out. But, I did. It feels like night and day. I still will have a feeling of despair, but the difference now is that I know how to find my way out. I know the steps to take to keep me on track and honest with myself. I know how to ask and acknowledge when I need help before it ever gets like that again. I worked really hard in and outside of therapy to get to where I am today. I am so proud of myself. I always knew I was a hard worker, but this may have been the hardest I’ve ever worked in my life. I feel stronger. I feel better. I have control over my life. I am excited to see how I continue to evolve. I am forever grateful that I was able to learn so much. "

    ~Anonymous

  • "This isn’t easy work, but it’s work worth doing. And having someone like Ellen who is dedicated to listening and helping is SUCH a blessing. It’s rare to find someone who truly listens, engages and responds thoughtfully like she does."

    ~Anonymous

Couples Therapy

  • "We were singing your praises last night while speaking a friend who is going through some marital issues. I was actually in tears explaining how you positively impacted our lives. The waves of joy that I'm able to experience now are incredible. Thank you, and I hope you had a Merry Christmas!"

    ~AM

  • "Merry Christmas! We were definitely singing your praises and saying how life-changing our time with you was. I have a husband who can cry now!! And he's so much more tender with the kids. I find that my resilience to shame is so strong now. It is something I am working so hard to pass on to our kids. 💗💗💗 It truly is the best thing we have done for our marriage. I wish everyone could see you. You're so full of joy but you also tell it like it is! Thanks for ALL the work you did with us. "

    ~HM

Minding The Body Healing Group

  • "Do it! Well worth the money, and a self-care investment for YOU! Eye-opening and packed with not only information but tools and strategies to uncover what is truly at the bottom of your symptoms and health struggles. A really great resource to refer to after the 8 weeks. Very comprehensive and they have helped since the group ended."

    ~Anonymous

  • "I was a massage therapist, I’m a Reiki master, I conducted research into integrative therapies and helped build a research program at an acupuncture school. I always felt like I had a great big toolbox to help myself physically, emotionally, and spiritually. And then, my hips and legs slowly started bothering me over three years and eventually my walking became shuffling. Acupuncture, chiropractic, massage, therapy and energy medicine were already a part of my healthcare and it had no lasting impact on my issues. Sure, I had some structural findings of arthritis and bulging discs, deconditioned muscles, none of which were actively impinging nerves. Ellen Ronka’s group therapy taught me about Psychophysiologic Pain Disorders which covered lots of what I already knew. BUT, the way she structured the eight week group meetings really created a road map for me to follow, and effectively use what I already knew in the right way to help heal myself. The concepts she shared gave me a framework in which to place my life experiences and current symptoms that addressed the root causes of the chronic pain and limited mobility that I experienced. There is a lot of new science and understanding of pain in the body that I didn’t know about. I feel much better emotionally and physically, just by learning how to use the tools she shared, on my own, to help myself. Many thanks Ellen.

    ~ Ellen C. 4/19/2024

  • “Interacting with others that had the same (but different) issues I was having was refreshing as, at least for me, when I was in pain I had more of a ‘woe is me’ attitude. Knowing others were going through what I was helped me a great deal - especially at first!”

    ~Anonymous

  • "Fabulous deal. Just invest the time and money. You will not regret it. One of the best experiences I’ve done for healing my pain. It’s great to hear the experience of PPD from other people so I think it’s a great opportunity to learn about this in a group setting"

    ~Anonymous

  • "Very comprehensive. You will find something in it to benefit from. Topic lends itself to group."

    ~Anonymous

  • "The personal voice text following up on my issue was very much appreciated and felt warm-hearted and genuine."

    ~Anonymous

  • "New information about how to deal with your signs/issues/complaints/frustrations that manifest physically. ESPECIALLY for those who don't get help/understanding/etc. from the medical community when we are taught that they are the ones that are supposed to "fix" us (I said it that way on purpose). It's nice (and scary) to know we may be able to "fix" ourselves (and learn that we aren't broken at the same time!!!!!)"

    ~Anonymous

  • "There's a real benefit to group therapy, especially when going through something that seems very isolating."

    ~Anonymous

  • "Few groups are led by people who "know.” Few groups are lead by people who "know" AND are willing to disclose personal experience. It makes it so different in a good way. I feel like you hit a good (dare I say healthy since I'm not a professional?) balance between the leader, the mentor and "one of us.”

    ~Anonymous

  • I am loving the group, your content, examples. You have such an art in weaving together across so many good sources into these all-encompassing sessions for us. The student in me so appreciates as does the researcher/trainer in me for preparing sessions for others (totally different subject matters) of wanting to hit on and give all the best nuggets for learning. I really like the flow of reviewing concepts to then breaks for sharing or exercises. Just right amount of pace and length. I really like the examples you share, strategies, how you would say it (self-soothing example). I could listen for hours on end to you share! I’m taking it in like a sponge, putting into practice will be my true test. Also, favorite for me was somatic exercise and your snorkeling example. While I haven’t been in years, it is one of my best experiences. I could instantly place myself in that scenario and it is absolutely going to be my go-to visualization for all future exercises. The water, peaceful and curious nature, the phrases and questions you were posing – all of it felt like a meditation exercise to me and I found it so calming. It’s also been so reassuring to know I share much of the same feelings and experiences with most people in the group in some shape or form. Which you did tell me would be the case! They are thinking like me or they have fears of things I once had but now can do, lots of connections and not alone. I thought I may be so different being OCD, but OCD is anxiety so not so. Ok that’s it for now, you rock and talk to you later!

    ~Anonymous

  • When I started the group, I felt I had a fairly good foundation of MTB concepts from our solo sessions. I wanted to join the group to build upon that knowledge and I was hopeful to meet others who shared similar experiences. This group absolutely blew my expectations away in every aspect! The program you created was so comprehensive and felt incredibly relevant to my everyday reality and challenges. The content and examples you weaved into each meeting, infused with your own incredible insights and humor made the group experience dynamic and engaging, and most importantly, a very safe space where I felt comfortable being myself, sharing without judgement or fear and dare I say…having fun (all things which do not come easily for me)! The curriculum built upon itself brilliantly and left the student in me wanting more each week. The best part was I could start practicing what I learned immediately after each meeting and tracking my progress through your simple and easy to remember methods. The cherry on top for me was how strongly I resonated with others. While everyone in the group had their own unique set of circumstances, it was unbelievable how much we shared in common and reassured me that I am so far from being alone! I found a mutually supportive community I’ve not had before. You really elevated the program by facilitating numerous connections and incorporating shared themes into ad hoc discussions or exercises. Your art not only lies in your ability to teach and coach about this topic with pure passion, you approach the group with curiosity, compassion and encouragement. I would take the course over again if I could. If any of your clients are on the fence about starting, please share that they will only wish they signed up sooner! There is literally something for everyone here. I walked away with a full toolbox of resources at my disposal, invaluable nuggets of information, simple DIY exercises and a wealth of insightful readings, videos and podcasts worthy of future replays. Thank you for creating this truly one of a kind program!

    ~Anonymous

  • “Enlightening. It really gave me some hope when I was lost and confused as to why I couldn't get well, and why I was so sick in the first place. It really helped me understand how my body ‘turned’ on me.”

    ~Anonymous

  • “I'm extremely happy with my results and the money (and my time spent) was well worth it.”

    ~Anonymous

  • “It was informative, supportive and at times individualized.”

    ~Anonymous

  • “I loved the resources and felt you provided a lot of detail that I needed to help accomplish my goals.”

    ~Anonymous

  • “This is the best favor you can do for yourself!”

    ~Anonymous

MTB Alumni (Ongoing) Healing Group:

  • "I can only speak for myself, but I’ve needed every week of practice and talking in group to be able to do what I did today instead of completely evacuating my body/mind. It still s@cks and I hate the feelings, but it’s better than before. Eight weeks is great. For me, I needed eight months… and counting! #alumnigroupforthewin "

    ~Anonymous

  • Oh Ellen 💜 It’s been a total pleasure/honor to be in the group. It works because of you making it valuable every week. And because the universe threw the five of us together which adds a coolness factor since we’re so similar. 😊 You’re uniquely qualified to do what you do… being that you’re the perfect recipe of: Knowledge, Experience, Insight, Intuition, Passion, Call-a-spade-a-spade'ness, Empathy, Thank YOU for being here with us.

    ~Anonymous

Testimonial Disclaimer:

In adherence to strict client privacy and ethical guidelines, it is important for me to note that the testimonials shared on this website are unsolicited and voluntarily provided by individuals who have received services from me. Each testimonial represents the individual's personal experience and perspective.

 

**HIPAA Compliance:**

In accordance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), I have obtained explicit permission from clients before sharing any of these unsolicited testimonial or feedback. To maintain confidentiality and privacy, individuals were given the option to choose between being identified by their first name, initials only, or remaining anonymous.

 

**Non-coercion Statement:**

No individual is ever obligated or coerced to provide feedback or a testimonial. However, Healing Group participants are encouraged to share their feedback after they complete their last session, and only if they feel comfortable doing so. Their feedback is invaluable in refining the curriculum and approach for future MTB Healing Groups. Additionally, sharing feedback experiences may serve as an inspiration for others considering joining a future group.

**Individual Results May Vary:**

Please note that results may vary from person to person. Testimonials are not intended to guarantee or imply a specific outcome or experience for every individual.