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Reviews, Testimonials and Kind Words

Reviews of Imi Lo and Eggshell Therapy and Coaching: Consultations, books, coaching, teaching, and other professional appearances.

Coaching and Consultation

Victoria, Wolverhampton, UK, 2023

I am aware of a gradual, gentle  change in my thinking which needs time to go at its own pace. But above all is the amazing realisation that there is an understandable explanation for all that had built up in me and that I am not some sort of monster or freak. You cannot imagine what a liberation that is! So much so that I am content, for the moment, just to rest in this knowledge, never mind how it plays itself out in my behaviour and reactions (ie. I may cry again or I may not but that is a much lesser worry now that I’m at peace with myself, though I started off thinking it was the most important thing).
If you were to ask me what the single most significant thing you said to me was, I would reply that it was definitely that I needed to admit that my parents had done me an awful lot of damage but recognise that that didn’t make them bad people. That allowed me to make the admission without feeling guilty and disloyal and that was the key to a huge part of it.
So I can’t say thank you enough! It was an amazing experience and I never expected nearly 40 years of suffering and counselling to resolve itself in such a short time…..!”

S.W. London, UK, 2022

“From the moment I came across your website, you, your words and your work have resonated with me in ways no other ‘therapy’ or psychological support ever has and continue to provide a constant reminder on how and why to parent my own inner child and to love, respect and accept myself. You once told me that my mere existence gives me value and worth in this world and that is now my mantra.
Your words and wisdom continue to support me to create the life I want for myself and my own children.”

Reviews of Imi’s Teaching Sessions and Lectures

Robert Dellner, London UK, 2012

“It was a pleasure and privilege to work with Imi during the past years. Her tact and compassion combined with her strong sense of self under varied situations gave me and others invaluable teachings.”

Lesley C., London, 2014

“Imi has an incredible wealth of knowledge and talent in her subject areas & she shared it with us in a totally accessible way that felt inclusive & respectful at all times.Her humility compassion & warmth blended with her expertise & professionalism throughout. It was a thoroughly enjoyable & informative learning experience…’”

Ed L., London UK, 2015

“Insightful, brilliantly delivered, flowing with compassion and understanding”

Other Reviews of Imi Lo’s Work

Leonora Obed of Ewing, New Jersey USA

“ Imi is a brave pioneer in the world of psychology, she has dared to specialize in a field that has been largely unexplored and perhaps underestimated: the field of highly sensitive and empathic persons. Her expertise also extends to the psychology of Asian culture: she dares to dig deep into the harmful stereotype of the Model Minority and how the pressure to be a “Crazy Rich Asian” harms young people, especially those who grow up in Westen cultures, are first generation immigrants, artistic unique, vocational/technical and not conforming to academic standards of being Asian, who might not fit well into a collective culture and are caught between cultures. Few psychologists have been able to pinpoint the unique dilemmas of Asians and she has been sensitive in her critical assessment, encouraging clients to embrace the ambivalence and paradox, to surrender to a higher power and not try to control everything. What I admire about Imi is her focus on understanding oneself: rather than nosediving into the prescription of antidepressants or correcting inherent flaws to make one less sensitive she encourages empathic and intense individuals to be aware of their unique temperament, to embrace this uniqueness and accept strengths and limitations, so that they are able to be alive in the world and share their gifts, rather than hiding and hoarding away their talents. This emphasis on healing through knowledge and embracing one’s individuality, rather than medicating or correcting, is what distinguishes Imi Lo as a profoundly radical and effective healer.”

Sheri, LPC

“I am an empath myself and I do struggle daily with wanting to be out in the world but sometimes it is just too much and I feel safer at home in my space. Before I embraced my gift I used to be more of an extrovert but I believe that is because I didn’t understand my gift and a disassociated a lot from my life and my issues that I believed kept me from fitting in. I use my gift with my clients and it is has been great being able to help more empaths understand who they are and what they have to offer. I too continue to work on being stronger vs feeling weaker because of my gift and your article helped. Thank you so very much. ”

Professional References

“I have the pleasure of working with Ms. Imi Lo as her direct line manager at Médecins Sans Frontières (Doctors Without Borders). She held the position of Mental Health Supervisor and we worked closely together to provide mental health programs to vulnerable populations in the community. One of the things that sets Imi apart is her high level of cultural awareness. Imi has lived and worked in different countries, which means she has a strong understanding of the values and behaviours related to different cultures… I am confident that Imi will continue to develop as a leader in a global environment.”

Rebecca Champ, AHDH Coach and Accredited Psychotherapist

“Imi is an insightful consultant who gracefully balances her love of helping people with her belief in a client’s resourcefulness. Her skillfulness in listening and questioning creates a positive supportive relationship between herself and her clients, which assists clients in discovering a good relationship with themselves. I would highly recommend working with Imi and have found her to be professional, warm and welcoming. ‘”

Chen J.L., Taipei City Psychiatric Centre

“She is very competent of self-reflection, she likes looking into her inner world while at the same time applying insights she acquired into her work as a helping profession. She has the ability to get tuned into others’ feelings and is always able to understand things from another person’s perspective.”

Angela H. H., Team Manager, NHS

“Bringing together knowledge, skills and experience as a social worker, art therapist and clinical psychotherapist, the diversity of Imi’s background has provided her with a unique perspective that is holistic and sensitive to a multitude of issues. Her multifaceted perception is highly valuable clinically, especially in a multidisciplinary setting.”

Susan Fleming, Principle of Tennyson Special School

“She has proven to be a responsible and independent mental health practitioner who is able to successfully develop treatment plans and implement them. I have found Ms Lo to be sensitive to individual family needs and cultural diversity issues. ”

Reviews of Imi Lo’s Books

Reviews of the book Emotional Sensitivity and Intensity and The Gift of Intensity can be found on Amazon:

 Emotional Sensitivity and Intensity

 

Reviews of Imi Lo and Eggshell Therapy

Thank you for your reviews and kind words.

I could not have done this work without your courage and trust.

Imi