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Testimonials

“Working with Eliyahu Sills as a guide, mentor and therapist has changed my life.  When I started seeing Eliyahu as a therapist, it was the first time I experienced the deep resonance and understanding I’d been seeking for years.  Eliyahu's grounded, strong, loving presence, as well as his sense of humor, provided the safety and masculine support to my life.

After doing individual therapy, I joined a men’s group under Eliyahu's facilitation. This helped me to expand my edge and find my voice in the context of greater society.  I practiced standing in my truth in relationships, navigating conflict, and continued this journey of self and community growth and healing that was invaluable to me.

To put it plainly, I'm immeasurably happier and like myself WAY more now than I did before I started working with Eliyahu.”

-Rory Matthews, Life Coach

"Eliyahu is a powerful therapist. He has helped me through momentous transitions in my life and i highly recommend his services!"

- Shawn B.  San Francisco

"Eliyahu has been a strong healing presence in my life. I've been impressed by his ability to meet suffering with compassion, and the understanding he brings to confusion. Eliyahu has so much of what makes a great therapist, beyond just clinical skill. He knows how to listen

from the heart and respond in ways that help enact healing and growth. Highly recommend him."  

 - Bryan T.   San Francisco

"I'm just different now, better; plain and simple.  My self-love and integrity are higher than ever, my relationships are deeper, my confidence is soaring, I can't hide from myself and my commitments."

  - Aron Cutler

“I had no idea of the power of this work. I now see it as essential ... The fellowship alone of these wise, compassionate warriors is worth the cost of admission. So glad I joined, and looking forward to carrying this work with me for the rest of my life, integrating it as much as I can, as I go on.” 
  - David Spencer, Paramedic/Firefighter SFFD

“I was blown away by the impact of Eliyahu’s love, support and facilitation on my husband's life. I felt him be more present in his heart after being part of the three month training which has a powerful impact on our relationship. I am so grateful for this sacred Men's work. “

-Miriam S.  Wife of Men's Group participant

I don't even recognize the man I was 6 months ago before this program began. I have changed in so many ways. Every day I feel as if I am gifting a more full, authentic, empowered, compassionate version of myself to the world and those around me.

-Justin Garland, Redwoods Program Manager  Peninsula Open Space Trust

"I highly recommend Eliyahu as a therapist. His presence is gentle and disarming, and he speaks eloquently and without pressure. He is deep-hearted, understanding, and possesses a power of empathy essential to this type of work. If you are looking for grounded support and compassionate listening, look no further." - S. Tziporah M. 

 

"I originally met Eliyahu in a group-led Mens Group in the East Bay. His grounded presence and "real" feedback are a powerful combination. What I like best about Eliyahu is that he is educated and versed in healing work, psychotherapy, and mens work, and yet his style of interacting feels honest and not "loosey-goosey".   He has earned my highest trust and respect."  - Ori S. Berkeley

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

About Eliyahu's work facilitating workshops and retreats for teenage boys:

“Eliyahu’s depth of knowledge and leadership were the cornerstone of an excellent weekend that had deep meaning for our boys. His guidance enabled each boy to experience deep insight into themselves and their role as men in our society.  All of us emerged from the weekend with a deeper respect  for themselves, each other and the world around us.”

-Tom Burke, Teacher

"Now, thanks to you, I will be able to make the changes needed to grow into a man.”

-Daniel, 15 

 

“ Eliyahu was masterful in keeping a focused and sacred space.  He prepared engaging and profoundly transformational rituals that were accepted extremely well.   He had an appropriate gravitas and approachable attitude of counselor and leader, I would recommend him highly for any work with teenagers.”

-Alan Leon, artist, teacher, 

 

“Eliyahu helped me and the rest of the guys understand life lessons and what life has in store for us.  We all felt connected and we felt like a brotherhood.  We all admitted our fears, beliefs, and what we want to do with our lives.  It felt like a family.”

-Tommy, 17

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

“Eliyahu helped me and the rest of the guys understand life lessons and what life has in store for us.  We all felt connected and we felt like a brotherhood.  We all admitted our fears, beliefs, and what we want to do with our lives.  It felt like a family.”

Tommy, 17, Mount Vernon, NY

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