Welcome to my Testimonials page, which shares real-life client experiences.
Below you will find a collection of testimonials from people I have had the privilege to work with - some through Coaching and others via the Lightning Process training. Each story is a personal reflection of transformation, growth, and renewed possibility. Some are brief, while others offer more extensive, heart-felt reflections on where they started and the powerful changes they have experienced. I hope these words inspire you and serve as a reminder that real, lasting change is possible for anyone when you have the right tools, guidance and support.
A year ago, I found myself at a breaking point. After an emotional outburst at work, I was referred to Libby, a recommendation that became the turning point in my personal and professional life.
I was deeply upset. Not just by the work incident itself, but by how upset I had become. It wasn't the first time I'd felt unheard, and it certainly wasn't the first time I'd cried in frustration. Years of bottling up my feelings had left me overwhelmed and disconnected from myself. I began to wonder whether I could ever move forward in my career if I couldn't keep it together.
Around that same time, fear had taken hold of something I once loved - mountain biking. A serious injury had shattered my confidence, and despite all my efforts, no amount of trying could silence the fear that kept holding me back.
Everything shifted when I did the Lightning Process training, and the shift was immediate. Libby helped me uncover the beliefs that were holding me back and taught me how to work with my mind, instead of against it. I learnt to embrace my emotions and trust myself, and I rediscovered joy in my career and on the trails.
Today, I lead with purpose, not control. I ride with confidence, not fear. I've earned my project management certification, joined riding groups, and even entered competitions I once thought impossible. The transformation has been profound, and I now live with clarity, courage and a deep sense of freedom.
If you're feeling stuck, caught in repeating negative patterns, or hold yourself back with fear and self-doubt, this training course could be the breakthrough you've been looking for. The journey starts with a single decision to invest in your wellbeing and to untap the potential that's already within you.
The Lightning Process doesn't just help you cope - it empowers you to transform and truly thrive. Your mind is powerful, and when you learn how to work with it effectively you'll be amazed at what you can achieve.
"The power of the brain to create new pathways is AMAZING! And even within the three days of training!" (Male, 44 yrs)
Thank you so much for your Coaching and for helping me address my unwellness.
The power of the brain to create new pathways is AMAZING. And even within the three days of training!
It is life changing to now understand how powerful I am; to know that I can transform my life by changing old patterns.
And now I know HOW. By using my LP tools and standing on my new beliefs I now have the resources I need to lead a positive life of wellbeing.
"I've had some pretty serious life-long issues, all interlinked. But with repetition, diligence and determination I have changed my way of thinking to be far more life enhancing" (Female, 58 yrs)
I would like to say thanks and to share what a pleasure it has been to work with you - and for a goodly amount of time!!!
The follow ups were amazing, in that they made me prepare and thus reinforcing the habit of practicing the Lightning Process tools.
I had my reservations at first, of course, but I can honestly say the Lightning Process helped me most with changing my perspective. I've had some pretty serious life-long issues, all interlinked. But with repetition, diligence and determination I have changed my way of thinking to be far more life enhancing. A few people who know me have noticed how much happier I seem. And I am. I've stopped some of the medications that were supposedly helping me, and I actually felt even better when I stopped them.
I am far from perfect, but learning I can change my perspective, and my truths, has been a true gift. Thank you, Libby.
Libby has been more than a Coach to me. A friend, an encourager, a knowledgeable teacher, a wise counsellor, and just another honest loving human doing this thing called 'life'.
The Lightning Process experience has taught me invaluable tools about how to deal with worrying and overthinking. What Libby has taught me has given me a new perspective with how I see life and the ups and downs we all go through.
I'm so grateful to have had this life changing Coaching. Thanks Libby, you're amazing!
I learned the tools to improve life in every aspect; I lost weight, I got better at sport, I got better at waking up in the morning. I'm more confident and I've accomplished huge progress with my business. In the big picture, I can say I'm living a fulfilling life and have experienced true thankfulness.
Taking the seminar isn't like a magic switch that fixes everything in your life (although it feels like it at the time). It takes commitment and work on your part. Nine months later, I'm still working on things and using the tools, but I see life through a new lens, and I am very well equipped to be the best version of me with continual improvement.
Working with Libby is a real treat, no matter who you are - whether you like talking or prefer to keep to yourself. Libby is so easy to talk to about anything. You get a friendly, comfortable, constructive and understanding friend who supports you throughout the process.
An unexpected email from a client who decided to do the Lightning Process training 15 months earlier, to address his habits of stress, frustration and impatience. (Male, 52yrs)
Hi Libby. I hope this email finds you well and you are full of the joys of the festive time. And I hope you're enjoying life as I am.
I'm writing to you today to say thank you. I've been away fly fishing for the last 5 days (one of the back country rivers opened on 1st December).
On Saturday the weather was stunning, and I had caught a few trout and I sat down next to the river on a rock. I sat there and just felt this wave of goodness flow all around me - the beauty of the raw river, its pace, its freshness and its sheer beauty, sound and smell. These are opposite to the thoughts I used to have whilst by myself in these locations. It's a real "shift".
I thought about you and how well your words of wisdom and enlightenment have worked and rung so true for me. I'm back at work today, energised. My battery is full and there's a spring in my step.
"Since completing the Lighting Process I no longer feel like a victim tossed around by anxiety and depression or the challenging circumstances of life." (Female, 30 yrs)
Before attending the Lightning Process, I struggled with anxiety and depression. This greatly affected every area of my life including my relationships with family and friends, work and my spirituality. I felt I didn't have the capacity to invest in relationships with others or make a difference in other people's lives - something that was so important to me. I believed depression and anxiety were in my genes, and I felt powerless in the face of my "mental illnesses".
When I stated the Lightning Process I realised that much of what I believed was so wrong and not life enhancing! I was able to challenge core beliefs about myself and gain a fresh new perspective of who I was and my potential. I started to understand that if I was able to do anxiety and depression so well, then I also had all the resources and potential I needed to do other states well, such as joy, peace or love - what I really wanted!
Since completing the LP training, I no longer feel like a victim tossed around by anxiety and depression or the challenging circumstances of life. Now, I can simply put the process into practice and achieve the results I want; be the person I desire to be within whatever circumstances life gives me. I can now look outside of myself and I'm more able to connect with others and make a difference in their lives. The training taught me that I always have a choice. And I have all the resources I need within me to make the right choice. So I choose life!
I highly recommend Libby as a trainer. She is compassionate and has a refreshing perspective. I found that she had an ability to really identify the root of the problem such as certain beliefs or patterns I was employing. Often you don't realise these things yourself. She then supports you to come up with your own solutions while offering wise direction.
Thanks so much to Libby and Phil Parker for giving me the tools to 'live the life I love'.
"When I looked ahead at my life, living with fatigue and continuing to muster strength to deal with depression, I simply couldn't imagine being happy. It felt like a reduced life" (Female, 27 yrs)
Despite doing (supposedly) everything I could to get better and beat debilitating depression, anxiety and a chronic fatigue syndrome diagnosis, I eventually admitted defeat. I could no longer cope with full time work because I needed more sleep and working was making me feel worse. Clearly something was wrong, but no amount of will power, vegetables, vitamins, meditations, medications or sweaty lunchtime saunas seemed to help.
A friend had mentioned the Lightning Process. She had seen a close friend of hers go from a worse state than mine to achieving a full recovery, and she knew of another person too with similar results. I was skeptical because the issue, to me, was a physical one and my mind was fed up with my body not getting on board.
My first move forward was actually my initial conversation with Libby. She asked if I had considered that 'my story' could equally offer a tale of healing rather than the current story of stuckness. This seemingly simple questions stopped me in my tracks. When I looked ahead at my life as stuck as I was, I couldn't imagine ever being happy. But when I allowed myself to imagine living life without these issues it felt like being shot out of a cannon! This might seem obvious from the outside, but when you are used to something, even when it's negative, it is destabilising to consider removing it. In those first moments of connection, Libby was asking me to trust that there was a way to concretely change my LIFE, not just remove my physical issues. So, with a sliver of trust in the unknown, I signed up and stepped through her front door soon after that first conversation.
Over the three days of training, I felt like I was learning to walk again. This wasn't simply a coat of fresh paint on old boards. I was being challenged to rewrite all of my assumptions, stop my current habits and form completely new pathways forward. And surprisingly, the process wasn't focused on depression, anxiety and fatigue, but rather on my wellbeing and coping patterns. There were tears and fears, but there was also a growing emotional and mental freedom that put no issue beyond reach.
I had many positive turning points using my new tools over the following weeks and months. The first thing I noticed was laughter. I smiled more and became far more present. I recalled joyful memories that had long been forgotten and rediscovered what it feels like to be simply nervous or even fine as I went about life. I grew in confidence and ease, both personally and professionally. Once I had completed the post-workshop coaching, I decided to enlist Libby's expertise through additional coaching for several months and experienced further growth in leaps and bounds. She has the ability to truly listen and, through considerate questioning, unearth unconscious beliefs and values. With her wisdom and experience Libby would challenge how I positioned my frustrations or disappointments and supported me to rewrite some of my life's hardest moments.
I purposely didn't want to give Libby a testimonial until enough time had passed for me to be sure I wasn't imaging the difference that LP and her coaching had made (sorry Libby!). Over one year on now, while it still seems unbelievable, I know it to be true. This experience has restored my optimism and hope. Put simply, it has renewed my life.
After struggling with what I was told was hemiplegic migraines for years, they gradually got worse, and the symptoms increased to a point where one bad episode just never went away.
I had seen multiple doctors and specialists who had told me I was suffering with chronic migraines that may never go away. I was told that the only solution was a cocktail of medications that may not even work and would leave me with a multitude of side effects. Hearing it may not get better was a huge hit to my mental health. I fell into a downward spiral, a pit of anxiety. I felt completely out of control and helpless.
When I first contacted Libby, I had doubts about my own ability to overcome my struggles. However, after our first phone conversation I was blown away with her belief and confidence - not only the process but also in my ability to take back power over my health both mentally and physically. She provided me with a newfound hope and motivation to make a change.
Libby's skills, knowledge and intuition is so empowering. She encouraged me to confront deep-seated negative perceptions and beliefs, some of which I had not even noticed in myself. And she did so in such a caring, encouraging and supportive manner that there was never any sense of blame. Instead of focusing on the problem, and highlighting the 'pain', which was the focus of so many medical professionals, Libby and the LP training encouraged me to focus on what I want to feel. I learnt to look forward to the positive rather than looking back at the negative. I learnt all about how the brain works and how it processes things like pain. Everything clicked and made sense. I was able to recognise all the unconscious habits or thoughts I was doing that were 'not life enhancing' and was amazed at the power I had to change them.
By the third day of the course, my headache had almost completely disappeared. I felt energised and clear headed, more than I had felt in months! Libby gave me tools to retrain my brain and harness control of my mental and physical health. The most empowering thing about the LP was that the techniques are tools I can use to enhance every aspect of my life now and in the future.
Completing the Lightning Process in Hamilton, away from home in Wellington, was the best decision ever! It was incredibly powerful to leave home feeling terrible and to return completely refreshed and revived. I found I was able to retreat and completely immerse myself in the process without the distractions of my everyday life. I couldn't recommend Libby, the Lightning Process and a trip to Hamilton more!
11 months on, my life has improved dramatically. I am more productive than ever in my work and University studies. I am energised and present in my day-to-day life. Overall, I have seen a dramatic reduction in migraines and perpetual headaches and have realised that I was contributing to it through the way I approached my life. I have taken back control rather than feeling like a victim. I feel clear-headed and notice when I slip into old habits that contribute to the migraines, and I bounce back significantly quicker now.
The Lightning Process exceeded all my expectations. It was completely life changing. The power of the mind is unlimited!
I had tried to overcome my fears by working with a Counsellor who specialises in anxiety. That helped me identify things that had led me to becoming an anxious person and those insights did reduce some of the symptoms I had at the time. But I still wasn't sure how to really change my thinking. Then I was introduced to Libby, and I hoped she would give me the practical tools I was looking for. Taking that next step felt risky though. My head was filled of thoughts - would I learn enough to make a real difference? What if nothing changed?
Most of my doubts melted in our first session. You realise very quickly that Libby's confidence and happiness come from a place of competence. And she is really easy to talk to. At the same time, I was impressed that she didn't settle for easy answers. Sometimes that felt a little uncomfortable, but it made me work harder. I learnt to think for myself and become more creative in coming to better conclusions. On reflection, I could see that I had become a bit lazy in my thinking patterns. Libby gave me the tools to retrain my mind.
So how did life change?
I no longer take on other people's emotions or think that I'm responsible to carry their burdens when they're not mine to bear. I've also left behind a lot of anger and cynicism. I now feel confident in who I am. My emotions are more balanced and I'm a much better mum, able to parent my kids with confidence and positivity. I can now do things that I've always wanted to do but shied away from due to fear. Like public speaking!
Am I happier? Absolutely! My confidence is up, which allows me to take responsibility for who I am and what I do. If I knew someone who needed to shift their thinking, I would definitely direct them to Libby.
"I didn't want to leave the house or have to talk to anyone. Some days it was a real struggle to pull myself together and go to work. I would bury my head in a pillow and just cry." (Female, 48 yrs)
I was struggling emotionally and physically, finding it challenging just to do my day. My weight had been a problem as long as I can remember. I was very self-conscious of my size, and it had become painful to move. I had tried numerous weight-loss programs over the years. Almost always, the initial results were positive, and I could see and feel the progress. Then I would put all the weight back on. I can't tell you how devastating it was to see that pattern repeat over time. It left me so frustrated, hopeless and disappointed with myself.
Over time, I became tired and withdrawn; I didn't want to leave the house or have to talk to anyone. Some days it was even a struggle to pull myself together to go to work. I had mornings when, after the rest of the family had left, I would curl up, bury my head in a pillow and just cry. All I wanted was to pull the curtains and stay in the dark. I couldn't face the day. To make things worse, I didn't understand why I was in this state. On the surface, life was good; I should have been happy. Yet I wasn't. I was depressed, and I now realise that I had been in that dark space for eight months. Eventually, after being diagnosed with depression, I was advised to see a psychiatrist.
But I chose to follow a different path and saw Libby instead. I truly wanted to address my overall wellness as a whole - the physical and the emotional - but even so, I had serious doubts about my own ability to overcome these challenges. I was even anxious about talking. It's not easy to be totally honest with yourself let alone expose your inner thoughts and feelings to another person.
But I needn't have worried. Libby works with skill, insight and ability. She's confident and capable, caring and encouraging. She's able to drill down to the core concerns where the real problems lie. Dealing with historical beliefs and events can be painful, but with her there was no sense of blame. Instead, she helped me to properly understand myself, and her coaching gave me the tools I needed to become a stronger version of my current self.
On reflection, I'm surprised how quickly the changes have happened. I have become far more active, and my joints are not as painful as they were. I've lost weight and even the eczema rash that I have had for 20 years has gone! As my confidence has increased, all of my relationships have improved, and opportunities have opened up to me professionally. I am stronger and more assertive; yet more gentle with myself than I have ever been. And I look forward to tomorrow again.
Not only have I gained things with Libby's help, but I've also left bad things behind. My negativity and self-doubt have gone. So have the feelings of frustration and hopelessness, and in their place, I now believe that I can do whatever I put my mind to!
Coaching with Libby has been incredibly effective, and I've found it an amazing, positive experience. I want to thank her for the work we've done, for the tools and insights she has given me, and for the positive impact she's had on my life.
"Before coming to Libby, I had no idea what was causing my problems. I honestly thought others had the issue, not me. I couldn’t have been more wrong." (Male, 43 yrs)
Libby helped me in the biggest way possible. She gave me the ability to see what lay behind my negative behaviours, which for me actually went right back to my childhood. I hadn't realised how my inner thoughts were affecting my outward attitudes and actions, which in turn were impacting how others perceive me. This affected all aspects of my life, both work and personal relationships.
I didn't expect someone so intuitive and understanding. In the very first session, Libby shifted deep-seated and lifelong perceptions and emotions. She showed me how profoundly I could change and how, with the right tools, I could heal from a lifetime of hurt.
The transformation was profound and took me completely by surprise.
The benefits have been huge. I've learned to trust and connect with people far more than ever. It has strengthened my relationships at work and at home, and my loved ones have noticed significant changes. I now function better on an emotional level and can deal with daily situations better.
Libby turned my life around. She gave me the tools and understanding I desperately needed to get free of the pain and turmoil. I am eternally grateful to her. If you are in anguish and despair, I would absolutely recommend her without hesitation!
"After a minor adenoidectomy and grommet surgery, our son Michael reacted unusually during recovery. Within 48 hours he was given a wheelchair and no diagnosis." (Boy, 8 years)
After a minor adenoidectomy and grommet surgery, our son Michael reacted unusually during recovery. In the first 24 hours post-surgery, he experienced increasingly severe lower-limb pain and loss of function. Within 48 hours he was given a wheelchair and no diagnosis.
Over the following 12 days, a full suite of tests was performed with no consensus being reached as to the cause of his symptoms. Things were getting progressively worse. We began planning for a life with a child permanently wheelchair-bound.
I knew Libby and of her experience in personal Coaching and 'brain training', so I approached her with Michael's situation. When she suggested that she could come talk with Michael I was open to the idea, although I made it clear that I was sceptical of what I perceived to be pseudo-scientific eastern religious practices.
These fears were alleviated as I sat in with Michael during the consultation with Libby. She was very pragmatic and reassuring in her manner and explained what was going to happen before the formal exercises began. The treatment consisted of a personalised guided visualisation process. I had experienced something similar when studying sports psychology and in learning complex physical tasks. Consequently, I was aware that the practice related to cognitive training rather than anything mystic.
At the end of the one-hour consultation, our son stood almost entirely unaided for the first time in nearly two weeks. In the hour that followed, he left his wheelchair and began using a walking frame, which he quickly discarded as he started to walk independently. He had one more dose of pain killers about eight hours later, but apart from that, he was completely restored to full health.
I was very impressed with Libby and her approach - clearly the results speak for themselves. She took my personal beliefs and concerns seriously and did not minimise them. We couldn't have asked for anything more! I wholeheartedly recommend her.
"Before coming to Libby, I was a heavy smoker and had been for 40 years. At one stage in my life, it was normal for me to get through 60 cigarettes a day. It was killing me." (Male, 60 yrs)
After 8 hear attacks, I finally got to a point in my life where I had to give up smoking.
Before I met Libby, I had tried to quit smoking plenty of times. I went cold turkey six times, tried gum, patches, pills, even hypnotism. Nothing worked. Even though I knew what smoking was doing to me, and how likely it was the next heart attack would kill me, I truly believed I could not rid myself of this addiction; that I couldn't quit. Frankly, I had given up on life.
Libby asked me if I was serious about quitting and said she could help. She displayed such a calm confidence in her own abilities, I actually believed her! I just knew that if anyone could help me, it was this knowledgeable, well-considered woman. That said, I was deeply afraid of failing. This was my last chance, and I knew it.
As I worked with Libby, it became clear that I was not just an exercise. She actually cared. I also discovered that she is far more skilled that I even first believed. In spite of my long history of failure, she quickly convinced me that I could stop smoking, and that is quite something!
Libby gave me the real-world tools to beat this addiction, tools that I still use today. One thing I found liberating was the understanding that this addiction was in my mind, and that my mind could be reshaped and strengthened just like a muscle. This single concept gave me a sense of control that I hadn't felt for a long, long time.
The results? I've stopped smoking! And I'm healthier and more financially secure because of it. My whole outlook on life has changed. I used to think that my life span would be short and that nothing I did could change that. That suffocating sense of powerlessness is gone now. Libby has shown me that with the right mental tools, I can overcome any addiction and control my life and the outcomes.
I'm enjoying life again and I wake up looking forward to the future. Libby, you are the Liberator! Thank you!
Life gets messy for most of us, and it is hard to make change on your own. Knowing the value of working with a skilled, professional Coaching practitioner, I am very selective about who I ask for help.
Libby was my first choice. She is insightful, present and compassionate, with a tremendous range of practical Coaching tools that she uses to great effect. Purposeful yet unhurried, Libby takes you through awareness and understanding and leads you to insight.
The 'aha' moments continue on reflection after each session, deepening awareness through application.
If you are looking for specialist Coaching that really works, make time to see Libby.
