Hear what recent participants said about this workshop:
More on facebook: at: https://www.facebook.com/www.HoldMeTightCouplesWorkshop/
February 2019
It was truly a pleasure meeting you and your whole staff of professionals.
I would like to thank you for all of your help, and input on our relationship dynamic. I realize that my wife and I have a dynamic that is not special, and probably typical in its dysfunction. The thing that really hit home for me is after seeing no less that four different marriage therapists over the past 23 years, your approach and methods were so different. You would think that all therapists would have it all figured out by now. I can assure you, that is not the case. Very thankful for you! Wishing you and yours all the best in the years to come.
With love and appreciation,
Armand
~~~~~~~~
July 2018
"Dear Diana,
By now you probably know that words don’t come easy to me and to write this was quite an arduous task. But, because of the profound effect this experience had on me, I think it’s important to let you know how I feel.
First, the location was perfect! I appreciated the shady trees, soft grass, beautiful flowers, birds and butterflies, soft chimes, swing, and cozy locations provided for the couples exercises. The relaxed atmosphere affected me in a positive and calming way so that I can let my guard down and more effectively communicate with Sharon. It somehow also eased the pain I had managed to suppress all these years.
Second, the food was great! Both days I enjoyed the flavorful variety of vegetarian options. The coffee and deserts were tasty too. I think I single handedly finished a package of chocolates and cookies. Sorry.
Third, the presentation was very well thought out and presented clearly to the audience. It must have taken you a long time to research, select, and organize the content of this workshop. I must admit I had my doubts, as usual, before coming to the retreat. I’m now a believer in counseling. I appreciate the work you do and the help you provide! The fact that you had assistants help us talk through some of the more difficult points also helped. After all, you can’t be in 10 places at once. I did appreciate tremendously your presence during the most difficult exercise of forgiveness. The fact that you knew of our situation and knew what our deep-rooted pain was all about made a difference in sharing our thoughts and emotions. Your heartfelt empathy took me by surprise, but I felt it and appreciated it! It must be difficult and exhausting for you to be there on such deep emotional level for your clients.
Lastly, the video clip about forgiveness between Arwen and Blair was the pivotal moment for me. I don’t know if you intentionally included it in the workshop for us, but it worked. The similarities of their situation and problems was astonishing. At that time, I actually and finally understood what Sharon went through when I rejected her feelings 15 years ago. That video clip struck so hard and so far deep in my mind that I couldn’t hold back the emotions. How sad that we wasted so much time being apart because we misunderstood one another. I am confident now, however, that the tools we received from this workshop and with future help from you, we can be happy and together again. And, not only can we be happy, but our children can benefit from our loving and nurturing relationship.
THANK YOU!
With lifelong and loving gratitude,"
Jenny
~~~~~~~~~
February 15-16, 2019
"Thank you to you and to all of the therapists for the workshop weekend. It was so very beneficial for us. The safety nest you have created and the yummy food you provided (especially your homemade soup and cookies!) gave us the space and nourishment to get the most out of the program.
We were a little surprised, but even more, so impressed with the ages and stages of all the participants. I guess we half expected a bunch of couples at our stage in life. It gives us great hope for future generations of emotionally healthy couples.
I also want to extend an extra special thank you for sending us on our way with sandwiches, soup, cookies, fruit, and tea!! It was snowing as we drove up the mountain and we had to put on chains. Thank goodness we were prepared, and we didn't have to stop for food.
Thank you for your generosity...also in spirit. Cheers!"
~Amy and Armand
February 2019: "The Hold Me Tight workshop made a huge positive impact on our marriage. During the weekend, my wife and I identified and dug into a negative "spin cycle" we get into where small disagreements can grow into big arguments that were damaging our relationship. There were many wonderful therapists onsite available to coach us through the various breakout discussions. Having that support kept things safe while we explored sensitive topics that had the potential to go sideways. I am now a big fan of EFT (Emotionally Focused Therapy, which the workshop is based on), the central theme of which (as I understand it) is that we are all working out our attachment issues with our spouses. Having that perspective makes it easier to understand why we react so strongly with our spouses in ways we wouldn't with other people." - San Diego Couple
February 2019: "Diana is a gem! My husband and I saw her and got so much out of just 2 sessions so far. I am a step-mom and she really gets it...the hard issues step-parents face. Love her! Warm, kind, and helpful." San Diego Couple
2018: "We initially met Diana at one of her Hold Me Tight couples workshops. This was only the beginning of our healing journey with her. My partner and I have been benefiting from her mastery of Emotionally Focused Couples work. My partner and I have struggled with step-parenting. Her consistent, compassionate, non-judgmental and highly skillful support and guidance have healed us in so many ways. I highly recommend the Hold Me Tight workshop as well as couples counseling with Diana." Arizona Couple
"Diana has a wonderful combination of experience, warmth, confidence and empathy -- she has been a blessing for me and my marriage. The level of her skills is matched by the love in her heart. I highly recommend Diana's Hold Me Tight Workshops and couples counseling. The results are real." T.L. San Diego
"I really recommend the workshop for every couple. Dr Diana and the therapists that facilitated the workshop were terrific, the location was serene and idyllic, and my wife and I have maintained a new sense of closeness months after the weekend. We have continued to see Diana for couples counseling - she is a wonderful therapist who continues to help bring my wife and me closer together.Diana is a warm, caring and highly competent therapist. She has helped my husband and I achieve a stronger, closer marriage and we are forever grateful. We also participated in one of her Hold Me Tight workshops which we both agreed was incredible. Highly recommend her as a therapist and her workshops as well." - J.S. San Diego, May, 2016.
"We rate this program a 5+++. David and I got so much out of it and got to touch in and communicate and heal on so many deep levels. Amazingly helpful tools to get to our true deep feelings and emotions to validate and to heal. I loved the private time to share with each other. We highly recommend EFT to all couples. - David & Gail G." -February 2016.
"I just wanted to let you know that my boyfriend and I are doing great. It took a few more months but by the Fall of 2014 I realized I did want to be with him and get married! We hope to set a date soon. We couldn't have done it without you and everyone there that weekend. I truly felt your caring and compassion and both of us were so impressed with all of your skillfulness and ability to hone in on the core issues." - Beth from San Fransisco, January 2016.
"This was one of the most valuable workshops that I have taken, providing me with a
profound understanding of relationships and how we as human beings are programmed
with basic needs that are rooted from childbirth which we carry into our life. I also see how this workshop can be applied to everyday interactions with any other person - especially my partner. Your workshop is a great investment for anyone's relationship. Thank you for your work and creating a wonderful environment for the Hold Me Tight Workshop." - Alan in San Diego, November, 2015
"Thank you for the truly wonderful weekend workshop. My husband and I both got a great deal out of it and it was immensely rewarding to be able to break down some of the barriers we had set up for ourselves. We can both look forward to the future with much better feelings and respect for each other. Thank you again for making our 54th year and future years far better." - A couple, married for over 50 years. ~ San Diego, August Hold Me Tight Workshop, 2015.
“This was incredibly wonderful for our relationship. This has helped my partner and I begin to learn a new way to connect with each other.” - New Zealand participant
“You created an incredibly safe and sacred space for this workshop. Thanks so much for the very helpful workshop. I feel deep respect and gratitude.” - CA participant
“Extraordinarily helpful and well organized, both practical and thought provoking. Well worth the time and money. I leave the experience enriched.” - AZ participant
“This workshop has given me great hope for a lasting, loving relationship with my husband because of a major break through we had this weekend.” - Canada participant
As posted on Yelp:
3/27/2017
"Diana has a wonderful combination of experience, warmth, confidence and empathy -- she has been a blessing for me and my marriage. The level of her skills is matched by the love in her heart. I highly recommend Diana's Hold Me Tight Workshops and couples counseling. The results are real." Recent Client and Workshop Attendee
3/29/2017
"Diana is an amazing and very gifted therapist. My husband and I started seeing Diana over a year ago. We went to a Hold Me Tight workshop after a couple of sessions. Although we are very much in love we had a lot of difficulty communicating in a healthy way when we were triggered by each other. She was so helpful in bringing us to a place where we are better equipped to handle difficult conversations in a loving and connected way. She helped each of to understand our deeper childhood issues that were coming into play in the relationship.She is very talented in digging through the all we brought to the table to uncover our fears and hopes for ourselves and the marriage. I'm absolutely certain that if she had not been there to guide us through one of the most difficult times in our marriage we would not be together today. She helped us work through our individual and combined issues in a way that was loving and kind. We are together in a way that is better than it has ever been between us. I am so thankful that she has been in our lives. She is a godsend to us." Recent Client and Workshop Attendee
2/18/2015
"What does Diana and the EFT course offer? A new approach to relating to your partner, a new paradigm for seeing each other and relating to each other. Diana not only understands the material but can teach it in an understandable and memorable way. During the breakout sessions which are taken at her relaxing property, she helps the individual couples with warm listening and insightful comments that are right on target. My wife and I can recommended she and her course without reservation." Previous Workshop Attendee.
10/10/2014
"My fiancé and I have been seeing Diana for a few months and our work with her has been truly transformational for our relationship. She is so gifted at helping people, and we are so much more in love and connected as a result of working with her. We highly recommend her whether you are struggling in your relationship, or are looking to connect more deeply and love each other better. Her couples workshop was a game changer for us and an awesome way to get accelerated EFT work in short amount of time. She knows how to work well with both women and men, making us both feel equally heard and validated for our concerns, as well as helps us each see where we need to grow and look at ourselves. We love her and are so grateful for her wisdom and guidance for us as a couple. And she is also a super sweet kind hearted soul to top it off!!" Previous client and workshop attendee.
Hear what recent participants said about this workshop:
More on facebook: at: https://www.facebook.com/www.HoldMeTightCouplesWorkshop/
February 2019
It was truly a pleasure meeting you and your whole staff of professionals.
I would like to thank you for all of your help, and input on our relationship dynamic. I realize that my wife and I have a dynamic that is not special, and probably typical in its dysfunction. The thing that really hit home for me is after seeing no less that four different marriage therapists over the past 23 years, your approach and methods were so different. You would think that all therapists would have it all figured out by now. I can assure you, that is not the case. Very thankful for you! Wishing you and yours all the best in the years to come.
With love and appreciation,
Armand
~~~~~~~~
July 2018
"Dear Diana,
By now you probably know that words don’t come easy to me and to write this was quite an arduous task. But, because of the profound effect this experience had on me, I think it’s important to let you know how I feel.
First, the location was perfect! I appreciated the shady trees, soft grass, beautiful flowers, birds and butterflies, soft chimes, swing, and cozy locations provided for the couples exercises. The relaxed atmosphere affected me in a positive and calming way so that I can let my guard down and more effectively communicate with Sharon. It somehow also eased the pain I had managed to suppress all these years.
Second, the food was great! Both days I enjoyed the flavorful variety of vegetarian options. The coffee and deserts were tasty too. I think I single handedly finished a package of chocolates and cookies. Sorry.
Third, the presentation was very well thought out and presented clearly to the audience. It must have taken you a long time to research, select, and organize the content of this workshop. I must admit I had my doubts, as usual, before coming to the retreat. I’m now a believer in counseling. I appreciate the work you do and the help you provide! The fact that you had assistants help us talk through some of the more difficult points also helped. After all, you can’t be in 10 places at once. I did appreciate tremendously your presence during the most difficult exercise of forgiveness. The fact that you knew of our situation and knew what our deep-rooted pain was all about made a difference in sharing our thoughts and emotions. Your heartfelt empathy took me by surprise, but I felt it and appreciated it! It must be difficult and exhausting for you to be there on such deep emotional level for your clients.
Lastly, the video clip about forgiveness between Arwen and Blair was the pivotal moment for me. I don’t know if you intentionally included it in the workshop for us, but it worked. The similarities of their situation and problems was astonishing. At that time, I actually and finally understood what Sharon went through when I rejected her feelings 15 years ago. That video clip struck so hard and so far deep in my mind that I couldn’t hold back the emotions. How sad that we wasted so much time being apart because we misunderstood one another. I am confident now, however, that the tools we received from this workshop and with future help from you, we can be happy and together again. And, not only can we be happy, but our children can benefit from our loving and nurturing relationship.
THANK YOU!
With lifelong and loving gratitude,"
Jenny
~~~~~~~~~
February 15-16, 2019
"Thank you to you and to all of the therapists for the workshop weekend. It was so very beneficial for us. The safety nest you have created and the yummy food you provided (especially your homemade soup and cookies!) gave us the space and nourishment to get the most out of the program.
We were a little surprised, but even more, so impressed with the ages and stages of all the participants. I guess we half expected a bunch of couples at our stage in life. It gives us great hope for future generations of emotionally healthy couples.
I also want to extend an extra special thank you for sending us on our way with sandwiches, soup, cookies, fruit, and tea!! It was snowing as we drove up the mountain and we had to put on chains. Thank goodness we were prepared, and we didn't have to stop for food.
Thank you for your generosity...also in spirit. Cheers!"
~Amy and Armand
February 2019: "The Hold Me Tight workshop made a huge positive impact on our marriage. During the weekend, my wife and I identified and dug into a negative "spin cycle" we get into where small disagreements can grow into big arguments that were damaging our relationship. There were many wonderful therapists onsite available to coach us through the various breakout discussions. Having that support kept things safe while we explored sensitive topics that had the potential to go sideways. I am now a big fan of EFT (Emotionally Focused Therapy, which the workshop is based on), the central theme of which (as I understand it) is that we are all working out our attachment issues with our spouses. Having that perspective makes it easier to understand why we react so strongly with our spouses in ways we wouldn't with other people." - San Diego Couple
February 2019: "Diana is a gem! My husband and I saw her and got so much out of just 2 sessions so far. I am a step-mom and she really gets it...the hard issues step-parents face. Love her! Warm, kind, and helpful." San Diego Couple
2018: "We initially met Diana at one of her Hold Me Tight couples workshops. This was only the beginning of our healing journey with her. My partner and I have been benefiting from her mastery of Emotionally Focused Couples work. My partner and I have struggled with step-parenting. Her consistent, compassionate, non-judgmental and highly skillful support and guidance have healed us in so many ways. I highly recommend the Hold Me Tight workshop as well as couples counseling with Diana." Arizona Couple
"Diana has a wonderful combination of experience, warmth, confidence and empathy -- she has been a blessing for me and my marriage. The level of her skills is matched by the love in her heart. I highly recommend Diana's Hold Me Tight Workshops and couples counseling. The results are real." T.L. San Diego
"I really recommend the workshop for every couple. Dr Diana and the therapists that facilitated the workshop were terrific, the location was serene and idyllic, and my wife and I have maintained a new sense of closeness months after the weekend. We have continued to see Diana for couples counseling - she is a wonderful therapist who continues to help bring my wife and me closer together.Diana is a warm, caring and highly competent therapist. She has helped my husband and I achieve a stronger, closer marriage and we are forever grateful. We also participated in one of her Hold Me Tight workshops which we both agreed was incredible. Highly recommend her as a therapist and her workshops as well." - J.S. San Diego, May, 2016.
"We rate this program a 5+++. David and I got so much out of it and got to touch in and communicate and heal on so many deep levels. Amazingly helpful tools to get to our true deep feelings and emotions to validate and to heal. I loved the private time to share with each other. We highly recommend EFT to all couples. - David & Gail G." -February 2016.
"I just wanted to let you know that my boyfriend and I are doing great. It took a few more months but by the Fall of 2014 I realized I did want to be with him and get married! We hope to set a date soon. We couldn't have done it without you and everyone there that weekend. I truly felt your caring and compassion and both of us were so impressed with all of your skillfulness and ability to hone in on the core issues." - Beth from San Fransisco, January 2016.
"This was one of the most valuable workshops that I have taken, providing me with a
profound understanding of relationships and how we as human beings are programmed
with basic needs that are rooted from childbirth which we carry into our life. I also see how this workshop can be applied to everyday interactions with any other person - especially my partner. Your workshop is a great investment for anyone's relationship. Thank you for your work and creating a wonderful environment for the Hold Me Tight Workshop." - Alan in San Diego, November, 2015
"Thank you for the truly wonderful weekend workshop. My husband and I both got a great deal out of it and it was immensely rewarding to be able to break down some of the barriers we had set up for ourselves. We can both look forward to the future with much better feelings and respect for each other. Thank you again for making our 54th year and future years far better." - A couple, married for over 50 years. ~ San Diego, August Hold Me Tight Workshop, 2015.
“This was incredibly wonderful for our relationship. This has helped my partner and I begin to learn a new way to connect with each other.” - New Zealand participant
“You created an incredibly safe and sacred space for this workshop. Thanks so much for the very helpful workshop. I feel deep respect and gratitude.” - CA participant
“Extraordinarily helpful and well organized, both practical and thought provoking. Well worth the time and money. I leave the experience enriched.” - AZ participant
“This workshop has given me great hope for a lasting, loving relationship with my husband because of a major break through we had this weekend.” - Canada participant
As posted on Yelp:
3/27/2017
"Diana has a wonderful combination of experience, warmth, confidence and empathy -- she has been a blessing for me and my marriage. The level of her skills is matched by the love in her heart. I highly recommend Diana's Hold Me Tight Workshops and couples counseling. The results are real." Recent Client and Workshop Attendee
3/29/2017
"Diana is an amazing and very gifted therapist. My husband and I started seeing Diana over a year ago. We went to a Hold Me Tight workshop after a couple of sessions. Although we are very much in love we had a lot of difficulty communicating in a healthy way when we were triggered by each other. She was so helpful in bringing us to a place where we are better equipped to handle difficult conversations in a loving and connected way. She helped each of to understand our deeper childhood issues that were coming into play in the relationship.She is very talented in digging through the all we brought to the table to uncover our fears and hopes for ourselves and the marriage. I'm absolutely certain that if she had not been there to guide us through one of the most difficult times in our marriage we would not be together today. She helped us work through our individual and combined issues in a way that was loving and kind. We are together in a way that is better than it has ever been between us. I am so thankful that she has been in our lives. She is a godsend to us." Recent Client and Workshop Attendee
2/18/2015
"What does Diana and the EFT course offer? A new approach to relating to your partner, a new paradigm for seeing each other and relating to each other. Diana not only understands the material but can teach it in an understandable and memorable way. During the breakout sessions which are taken at her relaxing property, she helps the individual couples with warm listening and insightful comments that are right on target. My wife and I can recommended she and her course without reservation." Previous Workshop Attendee.
10/10/2014
"My fiancé and I have been seeing Diana for a few months and our work with her has been truly transformational for our relationship. She is so gifted at helping people, and we are so much more in love and connected as a result of working with her. We highly recommend her whether you are struggling in your relationship, or are looking to connect more deeply and love each other better. Her couples workshop was a game changer for us and an awesome way to get accelerated EFT work in short amount of time. She knows how to work well with both women and men, making us both feel equally heard and validated for our concerns, as well as helps us each see where we need to grow and look at ourselves. We love her and are so grateful for her wisdom and guidance for us as a couple. And she is also a super sweet kind hearted soul to top it off!!" Previous client and workshop attendee.
HoursBy Appointment Only Dr. Diana has appointments Monday through Wednesday from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 pm. To make an appointment please call (619) 405-4845 or email [email protected] |
Diana Weiss-Wisdom, Ph.D.
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