I have just completed the SMART Training with Lisa. What a great 8 weeks. I like to base my life and decisions on facts as much as possible so the SMART training was a perfect fit.
We are all lucky to be living in a time when so much research has gone on regarding the brain.
For me life was very tough because of suffering from tinnitus, anxiety, etc. From Lisa I learned new ‘tools” to add to the work I am doing to habituate. The facts she taught, of the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous system was a real revelation for me along with many more concepts. TEACHING the mind and body to naturally relax, developing that awareness, I am beginning to be able to do that, especially during meditating. I expect to continue to improve.
I still hear my tinnitus but am not disturbed by it. (!) As I continue on this journey I am expecting the brain to gradually quit listening to the sound. There is no question that the SMART program has dramatically speed that up. I now have a confidence about it.
In addition to all that I learned, Lisa was GREAT to work with. I thoroughly enjoyed the process and had fun doing it. I highly recommend! —Jim K.

Lisa is here to help you. I am a 63-year-old business owner in good health except for the tinnitus that recently developed. I tried everything available to relieve the constant ringing, headaches, and lack of consistent sleep I was experiencing. Nothing really helped. Fortunately, my otolaryngologist highly recommended I contact Lisa. I procrastinated for a year and finally reached out. In a quick 8 weeks, Lisa has helped me immensely with how to manage stress-related issues accelerating the tinnitus. Put simply, Lisa changed my outlook on life for the better while reducing the symptoms connected to tinnitus!
I hope to become a better person because of our efforts. I would highly recommend investing your time. My results are amazing! Thank you, Lisa. —Mike T

As a scientist, in the past 30 years,  I have approached every training program with a focus on the benefits and the long-term impact. Lisa’s approach is very user-friendly. Her personality is kindhearted and compassionate, and her knowledge of the subject matter is superb.  What was even more impressive was the energy, enthusiasm, and attention to detail she was bringing in every session. It was a unique experience for me, and the skills I learned from my teacher, Lisa, will stay with me and will be used by me for the rest of my life. At “graduation” I felt I earned a 2nd graduate degree in just 8 weeks. Lisa is a Master Teacher of the Mind & Body medicine! —Angelos 

This 8-week program is awesome!
When I started, my anxiety was a solid 9 on a scale from 1-10. My negative thoughts were non-stop. I can't tell you how over the 8 weeks I learned so much from Lisa. She taught me tools I would have never known about. 
Lisa is knowledgeable, positive, and, most of all, compassionate.
I had done yoga before and truthfully never really knew how to meditate until I met Lisa. Her one-on-one every week makes it all so personal. Every week I looked forward to learning something new. By the 8th week my anxiety was down to a 1.
You learn how to cope with stress and anxious thoughts and how to change your view on negative thoughts. If you have the opportunity to do this program, you will learn skills that will carry you through life. Don't wait if you’re thinking about taking this course. It would have been nice to have done this course years ago! —Nancy, Braintree

I found Lisa's Stress Management and Resiliency Training Class (SMART) to be a very positive experience. I was battling back from a long road of chemo and surgery following a complex and scary cancer diagnosis. With Lisa's skilled care and compassion, I was able to regain my stability and build back my confidence  in order to begin living my life again. The class gave me a pathway to restart my life and for that I will be forever grateful. Lisa helps you develop great insight into old cognitive patterns and re-build a toolbox of healthier skills. Lisa is the best!  —Donna 

I was referred to Lisa by Mass Eye & Ear.  I developed tinnitus a few years back and felt the struggle every day of trying to figure out what had come into my life.  My third Otolaryngologist from the Weymouth office finally listened and heard my frustration. Her words were "I don't know what Lisa does, but I do know she has helped many patients who suffer with T.”
I did not know how the SMART program would help me but definitely was willing to give it a try, and I committed to the eight-week program. Lisa is so compassionate and knowledgeable.  Always listening; never judgmental. There are no words that can express my gratitude for her insight in seeing me for me. Now I need to do the same.
Always keep an open mind and if iMindBody is ever mentioned to you as a way of dealing with T or just life in general (life is messy!), please hop on the train and don't get off until the eight-week program has been completed. From there, keep pushing forward with the skills that Lisa brings to the SMART program. 
Thank you, Lisa! —Judy

I want to thank you, Lisa, for changing my life in such a wonderful, positive way. I experienced a dark place in my early 40s. My husband was diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer and our world was turned upside down. My role as wife went to caregiver. This depleted me mentally and physically, taking a vicious toll on me all around. I woke up one morning ill, a flu diagnosis turned into so much more. A spiral of medical issues that left me numb. A ringing and pulsing in my ear developed, to be defined as Tinnitus. The constant sound was horrible. It emotionally paralyzed me. Physical exhaustion was ignored. My body and mind took a beating and was barely making it day to day. My ENT at MEIE heard my cries for help after two failed inner ear surgeries with another surgeon. He said, “you need inner healing,” and he wrote your name and number and said, “she will change your life!” I immediately googled your program, iMindBody. My journey began... READ MORE

Tinnitus can be horrible. It is emotionally debilitating and physically exhausting. Fortunately, I found help through the iMindBody program.
I was referred to Lisa by my audiology specialist after experiencing sudden onset tinnitus. The resulting depression, anxiety, and physical and mental exhaustion that accompanied my condition had left me at a low point. I felt as though I had lost control over my body and my emotions.
I’m not usually one to seek outside help and was a bit skeptical as to how the SMART program was going to help me. I am so happy that I was wrong. The difference in my mental and physical state after just eight short weeks working with Lisa was amazing. She is extremely knowledgeable and compassionate — guiding me through new coping skills, and helping me to recognize and mediate my anxiety triggers. With her help I’ve regained balance in my life, and confidence in my ability to navigate beyond my challenges — and I’m very grateful. — JB, Rockport, MA

Thank you, Lisa Howe, for the eight-week Stress Management and Resiliency Training. It was a wonderful experience working with you! So glad it was one-on-one, as it made it much more personal and effective. I highly recommend this training to anyone who is struggling with stress or looking to expand their coping skills and stress management toolbox. —Crisanna F.

My SMART work with Lisa, while I was at the New England Conservatory of Music, transformed my mentality, my head space and ultimately my life. Through SMART work I learned simple, and effective, coping skills that not only helped me to deal with the anxieties and stress of life, but led me to a better understanding of why our bodies react in the way that they do. SMART work helped me to appreciate and see my mind and body in a way I never had before and I am forever grateful for how it has changed me. Anyone who has the opportunity to do this work should absolutely jump at the chance! —Katelyn H.

I met Lisa during a very difficult time in my life. I was suffering from migraine induced vertigo and recent loss of my mother. Honestly I wasn’t sure what I was getting myself into, but I must admit after my first encounter with Lisa, I knew she was the real deal. I immediately felt she was supportive and vested. I am so grateful to have had a practitioner who remained enthusiastic throughout the entire process. Lisa has amazing insight, a brilliant skill set and brings many years of experience to the table. Lisa has keen ability to recognize what is most helpful to you at that moment and does this in such a kind, flawless manner. Sometimes people are true gifts—you see it in them because it shines through them. That is Lisa. She was a more than a practitioner; she was a guide to me. She helped me in ways I never expected. She showed me how to be self-reliant. I feel a sense of enlightenment. This was a powerful experience. I believe my experience was so impactful because of Lisa. I didn’t want it to end! —Nancy

In December 2020, I developed a severe case of tinnitus. The constant ringing in my ears was impacting my ability to sleep and was causing me extreme stress and anxiety. My otolaryngologist referred me to Lisa and while I was initially skeptical about the benefits of the SMART program after my initial consultation, I am happy that I took a leap of faith and decided to be open minded and give the program an honest chance. Through my sessions with Lisa I learned a great deal about integrating mindfulness, meditation, and breathing into my daily practice to develop neuroplasticity and train my brain to ignore the noise in my ears that was negatively impacting my quality of life.
Lisa is very caring and passionate about teaching the benefits of the SMART program. Through my sessions, I learned several valuable methods and tools to effectively deal with my tinnitus and to overcome and manage stress and anxiety in my everyday life. Thank you, Lisa, for teaching this great course and providing me with invaluable tools and resources to improve my physical and emotional wellbeing. —Chris

What I appreciated about the SMART program was the holistic approach it took by encompassing all aspects of one's lifestyle from a very practical standpoint: after each session, Lisa and I would come up with specific actions I could take to enhance different areas of my lifestyle (i.e. getting X number of hours of sleep every night, walking X many miles daily, etc). What I found most beneficial from this program, though, was Lisa's loving honesty and weekly accountability; these were both ABSOLUTELY CRUCIAL towards my growth not only as a musician, but as a person as well. These weekly sessions really opened my eyes to living a happy, healthier life.—Ryan O.

It's rare that I can say that something or someone changed my life. The insight I gained and the practical strategies I learned from the Mind/Body work that I did with Lisa got me through a challenging time and makes a positive difference in my life every single day. I have much more energy and I feel more peaceful in how I approach my world. Working with Lisa has helped me physically, mentally and spiritually. The words that come to mind when I think of Lisa are giving, dedicated, invested and expert. She has a wealth of knowledge and compassion; she cares and is a gem of a resource. — Robin, Gloucester, MA

I was very fortunate to be referred to you and the SMART program. Our sessions helped me a great deal in learning more about myself and discovering ways to better deal with tinnitus. I appreciate your caring approach as well as the extra information, resources and referrals that you researched for me. Thank you so very much! —Melissa, Plymouth, MA

I want to thank you, Lisa for changing my life in positive ways. I was introduced to you, iMindBody and the SMART program at the lowest point in my life. I went to bed healthy one day and woke up the next day with a complex cancer diagnosis. In a pandemic. Isolated from extended family and friends. Facing worsening discord within my immediate family under the new pressures from cancer and COVID, I was terrified and stressed and didn’t know where to turn. I was referred to you by a doctor who knew I desperately needed a lifeline. You were that lifeline… READ MORE

Thank you for the work you did with me this year.  I have managed to incorporate the mindfulness work into my life in a way that has really improved my ability to manage stress and worry.  In addition, I appreciated your care and focus on how the skills you teach could help me support myself in the particular circumstances that challenge me.
        Now with a month or so between my last session and today, I can report that I turn to meditation whenever stress or discomfort distracts me from what I need to be able to do.  And, it works.  So too, when I find myself consumed by unhealthy worry, I call on some the exercises we did together (root fear, appreciations) to bring myself back to ground.  I entered our work with skepticism; I leave it with great appreciation for its benefits and possibilities. — DJ, Wellesley, MA

My training showed me not only how to cope with my anxiety, but also how to understand where my anxiety was coming from. I gained tools that allow me to view an anxious situation from a positive perspective. I learned how to calm my mind and physically relax my body, so that I can overcome any challenge that may arise. I now have a better understanding of how my mind works, and feel in control of how I interact with the world. — KC, Newton Massachusetts

Through the SMART program, Lisa has made me aware that behind every moment of life, the mind, body, and breath are at work. With Lisa’s diverse knowledge and experience, she analyzes how these systems are functioning within you and what role they are playing in your unique situation. She then works with you to create a feasible plan based upon the idea that when we understand how these systems function, we can learn to harness their powers to live happier, healthier, more efficient lives. Lisa has an aura about her that instantly made me cheer up, excited to learn, and value life whenever we had an appointment – so much so that she inspired me to pursue a PART certification at the Benson-Henry Institute! — Nick S., New England Conservatory of Music

Lisa’s class was life-changing for me. I have been trying to learn how to meditate ever since I had my first panic attack five years ago. Lisa gave me the tools to help me calm my mind to alleviate anxiety, not only by encouraging me to meditate daily, but also by helping me to learn how to restructure my automatic negative thoughts into a more positive, constructive viewpoint. I plan to continue to incorporate these tools in my daily life, which will improve my life and my relationships with others. Lisa is very passionate about the mind-body connection and her passion shines through! — Susan, Newton, MA

I have always believed that people come into my life for a reason, when I need them most. This is true of my meeting Lisa. After a very stressful six months I woke up one morning with profound anxiety. It was the flip side of the depression I was not acknowledging. The Mind-Body Training with Lisa was exactly what I needed and is invaluable to me every day. Lisa is warm, compassionate, calming and joyful. Her passion for this work is a gift and was a blessing for me. With her help with this training I learned how to recognize my stressors, where they come from, how they affect my body and how I truly can manage them. I have felt the changes in my body ,in my brain and in my life. Meditation is now a part of my daily life. Mindfulness is the gift I received from Lisa. I am so grateful and I am changed for good.  — Ginny, Roslindale, MA

Lisa is a dynamic presenter, with the ability to share information in an easy-to-understand way. It is clear that she is passionate about the mind-body connection to trauma, health, and healing. Through this training she has given me tools I can use for myself and in my work with others. — Amy Genest, Domestic Violence Advocate

I am 21 years old and a classical vocalist at NEC. I was 20 when I started Mind and Body work with Lisa and she really transformed the way I handle stress. I have learned a number of tools to cope with and overcome stress within my everyday life and long term stress such as my studies, relationships, tough decisions, and overwhelming tasks. She has taught me so much about how to detect negative thoughts and unhealthy eating and sleeping habits. She helped me to combat these challenges through exercises, journaling, and meditation. I am so much more well-rounded as a person and musician since I’ve started Mind and Body work with Lisa and I can not thank her enough for her knowledge, support, encouragement and for all the positive changes she helped me achieve. Change is hard, and having the skills that Mind and Body has to offer has had a remarkably powerful and wonderful influence on my life that I will continue to use and improve on.   — Karen

Lisa is very knowledgeable on the mind-body connection. She is an excellent presenter and has a deep understanding of the topic. — Betsy, Domestic Violence Advocate

Your information was on point and got to the heart of the stress responses that many of us in the helping professions experience. I really enjoyed the breathing exercises and the invitation to practice them throughout my day. I find this focus on my breath to be a simple way to come back into my body when the energy around me has me feeling out of balance.  — Patty Redlon, Domestic Violence Advocate / Child Protective Services Liaison

Lisa's presentation was profound and practical, including self-care tips and how to unlearn destructive thought patterns and replace them with truth and affirmation. Very helpful! — Anna, Domestic Violence Advocate and Self-Image Advocate

On behalf of Marilyn Daley, DNP, APRN, the NHNPA Special Events Committee, and the NHNPA Board of Directors, I extend our deepest gratitude to you for an amazing presentation at our NP Week event on 11/14/18!
The presentation was relevant, informative and provided useful information that our NPs can apply to patients and themselves.  Your show-and-tell of how to handle a stressful event with grace, was very impressive!
A quick review of the evaluations show that the audience loved the presentation.  Some comments include:
"Excellent program. Enjoyed Lisa's presentation."
"Loved it!" 
"Great presentation! I so needed to hear this today."
Thank you Lisa! — Jen Thompson

Thank you so much for your passion and your generosity in sharing your experience with us during your talk at Berklee. The students really enjoyed it. I myself have already put your breathing techniques and the ‘does this thought serve me?’ question into use, and I have noticed changes in my physiology when challenging my habitual negative thought patterns. — MC, Berklee College of Music

Thank you very much for your wonderful iMindBody presentation at Midwestern University! Your profound understanding of the biopsychosocial approach to wellbeing truly shows via your charisma and dedicated work. Your peaceful meditation, helpful handouts and memorable examples were very engaging for both the healthcare students and faculty alike. Your way of easily explaining complex topics and clearly answering questions ensured that everyone left with a better understanding. You certainly raised our awareness and sharpened our tools so that we may better care for ourselves and future patients. You truly embody the mind-body-spirit connection and exemplify what a balanced life can offer. Thank you again, Lisa!
— Christina Merenda, M.A., MSII
Integrative Medicine Club | President
Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine Midwestern University

I am writing to thank you for the exemplary class that you offered to our Adult Nurse Practitioner students on Mind-Body care.  The class explained clearly the connections that exist between the mind and body and how these connections can assist in improving, but also in creating problems in a person’s health.  Your presentation was particularly effective because the students participated in many of the interventions that you utilize to demonstrate the connections to patients. Your clear method of not only exploration, but also how simple modalities can be utilized in the treatment of anxiety, depression, pain and other ailments was fascinating. You were then able to give examples of patients that you have treated one on one as well as in groups to explain the relevance to their practice. You left the students with an ability to explore the relevance of the mind and body with all of their patients and gave them a beginning set of tools to utilize with their patients to decrease anxiety and improve their health and health behaviors.  These skills will, I believe, assist in their development of a mind-body approach to their care as they explore them with clients. Thank you so much for willingness to teach your considerable understanding of this work and its benefits for patient care. — Susan J. Roberts DNSc, ANP, Professor, Northeastern University Bouvé College of Health Sciences 

Lisa is a gifted teacher of Mind-Body medicine. In my class, 'Science of Health,' at Berklee College of Music, she speaks each semester to 30 undergraduate music students. She engages them with her abundant fund of knowledge, her charm, her authenticity, her warmth, and her wit. She 'meets them where they are' and leads them to a deeper understanding and appreciation of health and wellness. I cannot imagine someone better suited to be a Mind-Body educator, colleague and healthcare provider.  — Steven D. Rauch, MD, Professor, Dept of Otolaryngology, Harvard Medical School; Professor, Liberal Arts Dept, Berklee College of Music

Thanks so much for sharing your time with us yesterday. It was lovely to meet you and it really reinforced why I need to meditate daily. Loved your presentation style! — Tricia

“The insight I gained and the practical strategies I learned from the Mind/Body work that I did with Lisa got me through a challenging time and makes a positive difference in my life every single day.”

“Change is hard, and having the skills that Mind and Body has to offer has had a remarkably powerful and wonderful influence on my life.”

“Lisa is a gifted teacher of Mind-Body medicine. She engages [students] with her abundant fund of knowledge, her charm, her authenticity, her warmth, and her wit.”

“Your class left the students with an ability to explore the relevance of the mind and body with all of their patients and gave them a beginning set of tools to utilize with their patients to decrease anxiety and improve their health and health behaviors.”