“I have met with Penelope for approximately 8-10 sessions and it is no exaggeration to say the results have been life-changing. Years of sexual trauma led to my shunning all touch, all closeness, and isolating myself inside my home for years. When these fears and shame got
in the way of even receiving necessary medical care, that was when I contacted Penelope to ask for her help. Always, she was very patient and respectful towards my limits. Over time those limits grew as I was shown how to establish boundaries I had never been permitted to
have before, how to find safety within my own body and space, and how touch or proximity can be positive rather than threatening. The studio became a safe space where my courage was able to develop, eventually growing large enough to be able to challenge those
stubborn old fears and beliefs. As I now step out of isolation and back into the world, I know I wouldn't have reached this next chapter of my life on my own. Penelope is a remarkable, insightful, creative, caring, genuine individual doing this work for all the right reasons. For
what she has done for me I will be forever grateful.”