Testimonials

Shari Garn has been my restorative teacher for 3 years. Her background gives her the credibility that teachers, classified staff and administrators respect, and it is evident in how she designs and organizes her trainings. The full day trainings fly by with a balance of circle experience and theory. Participants are empowered with the information and skills necessary to make the material relevant and applicable in their settings. She keeps it real, moves the group forward at a perky pace, is smart, funny and fun! Shari is the real deal!

-Kaesa Enemark
Coordinator of Student And Family Engagement, Santa Rosa City Schools
Santa Rosa, California

With 20 years of experience as a training coordinator for Sonoma County Juvenile Probation, I have experienced countless trainers. Ms. Garn was by far the best trainer I have ever experienced! Ms. Garn was able to keep the attention of 42 participants, single-handedly, for four full days even with a malfunctioning air conditioner and outside temperatures in the triple digits. Her care and concern for our wellbeing, along with her evident experience and knowledge of the subject and skillful communication and engagement techniques, made for a standout experience of great value. Perhaps the most telling and unique ability that Ms. Garn demonstrated was evidenced in her seemingly natural transformation of a group of strangers into an authentically bonded community in the short span of four days.

If you have the chance hire this trainer!

-Dolan Beaird
DSBeaird Consulting

Shari Garn is an inspiring and skillful teacher and facilitator. In my long career I've worked with many facilitators and circle leaders. Shari stands out as someone who truly embodies the essence of this work. She lives what she teaches, and does so with an infectious, joyous energy that empowers group members to have exactly the experiences they need to have, and to learn what they need to learn. 

-Amos Clifford, Founder | CEO Association of Nature and Forest Therapy Guides and Programs

Author, Your Guide to Forest Bathing: Experience the Healing Power of Nature

Shari is Circle. In the work we do daily within our system, Shari brings the wisdom of restorative practices, the presence and care of a restorative practitioner, and the passion and positivity of a restorative educator. She resonates the power of circle and embodies trust in the process. Shari inspires us to see what is and believe in what can be. Her presence with our staff is a socio-cultural corrective experience that invites authentic presence and attunement for all accepting of the invitation. Personally I always feel more whole and myself when I get the opportunity to be in her presence… Shari is Circle.

-Christina Cassinero
Education Specialist Restorative Practices, Fresno Unified School District