Workshops & Courses

The way we communicate shapes everything—our relationships, our work, our peace of mind.

Yet most of were never taught how to navigate difficult conversations, to express our needs clearly, or to listen in ways that build connection.

This gap creates misunderstandings, conflict, and isolation that harm our wellbeing and limit our ability to address shared challenges.

Drawing on Marshall Rosenberg’s Nonviolent Communication, I offer workshops and courses that teach practical skills in a warm, supportive setting.

You can read all the self-help books you want—but understanding or thinking your way to better communication isn’t enough.

True skill comes from practicing together in a supportive space.

What You'll Take Away From These Workshops

Through role-playing and guided practice with others, you'll develop confidence to:

  • Navigate conflicts with conscious care for yourself and others—moving beyond avoidance or aggression

  • Identify your unmet needs

  • Listen with empathy and presence

  • Create solutions that honor everyone’s perspectives and priorities

  • Maintain connection even when emotions run high

  • Soften your inner critic

  • Ask for what you trul want

Upcoming workshops

  • Cultivating Connection: An Introduction to Nonviolent Communication. March 1, 2026, 12:30-2:30pm, Unity of Charlottesville, 2825 Hydraulic Circle
    Charlottesville, VA. Register at: https://unitycharlottesville.org/events/intro-to-nonviolent-communication

  • [free] Courageous Conversations: Speaking From the Heart About What Really Matters. April 26, 2026, 2-4pm, Jefferson-Madison Regional Library Central Branch, 201 E Market St, Charlottesville, VA

 

Ready to Transform Your Conversations and Deepen Your Relationships?

Join me.

Upcoming in-person course in Charlottesville

 A 10-week basic course in nonviolent communication

  • Starting March 16, join me for a 10-week basic course in nonviolent communication.

    • Monday evenings: 3/16, 3/23, 3/30, 4/6, 4/13, 4/20, 4/27, 5/4, 5/11, 5/18

    • 6-8pm

    • Location: The clubhouse at the Riverbend Condominiums in Charlottesville, VA

    • format:  We will practice through demonstrations, role-plays, and exercises in order to integrate the values and language of compassionate communication more into our daily lives.

    • topics: expressing honesty without being demanding or judgmental; asking for what you want; how to express and hear a "no"; how to hear the essence of what people say, no matter how they express it; how empathy can dissolve anger, pain, fear and hurt; and more!

    • spots available: 10

    • cost: $250

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What Participants Say

  • Haley's workshop transformed my relationship with my emotions, equipping me with practical tools to identify and express my emotional needs effectively. Unlike my previous experiences with therapy or self help books, Haley’s framework provided actionable strategies for self-understanding. Through this process, I gained newfound confidence in both recognizing and managing my authentic self.

    Betsy

  • Haley is a natural born teacher. She is passionate about this work and will help you refine your communication skills with tools you can use in your everyday life.

    SR

  • This is a great course for understanding your underlying needs beneath discomforts you are having in your relationships and have tools for how to communicate those effectively as well as hear the corresponding needs from others. Helpful tools for getting out of blame and shame into mutual understanding and cooperation.

    Sara M., Leadership Coach

  • This course offered a comprehensive overview of NVC and included practice exercises that brought NVC methods into real life. It has shifted my approach to difficult conversations--less dread, more consciousness, better connection. It provided real tools that I'll always have now! Feeling grateful to Haley for both her teaching and her modeling of this material.

    Anita

  • This course has helped me not immediately jump to criticism which is something I have always struggled with. Being able to hear and be heard and see and be seen has been amazing. The kindred spirits make this course amazing. It is beautiful to grow.

    Hannah

  • This course has opened my eyes to some of the pitfalls and traps in my habitual communication style. It has given me new tools to use to build stronger connection and to communicate my needs and concerns in a way that increases my changes of being seen and validated. Haley is a patient and organized teacher with a deep understanding of nonviolent communication practices.

    Karen

  • I have had huge relationship changes in a positive way with a friendship that was feeling very challenging and negative.

    Maya Joy Stewart-Silver

  • This course taught me a lot about myself and how to communicate/relate with others (and self) in a connective way rather than through separation or fear. This course allowed me to be more authentic, with confidence, compassion, and greater understanding for humanity.

    Jenni

  • I'm taking the initiative to communicate more with family, a romantic crush and friends on a deeper level.

    Jen

  • I am so grateful Haley offered this introductory workshop on empathic listening. Haley offered a safe & supportive environment and helpful feedback as I learned the basics of NVC.

    Sherry Kausch

  • Haley is a calm, loving presence who creates a safe space for people to express needs. Thank you.

    KK