Testimonials - The Regulated Self

Testimonials

Real Stories. Lasting Impact.

My workshops are designed to offer practical tools, real connection, and meaningful insight — but the most powerful part is how each person makes the work their own. Here’s what participants have shared about their experience and the impact it’s had on their lives, work, and wellbeing.

"Shira facilitated an excellent workshop on wellness for our team at Discovery. Everyone was really engaged throughout, thanks to the practical, easy-to-apply tips she shared around stress management and nervous system regulation. She spoke with confidence and authenticity, which made the session feel both informative and relatable. It was a great experience, and I’d definitely recommend her to any team looking to prioritize wellness in a meaningful way "

Natasha Smith Consultant- Discovery

"Thank you for sharing your inspirational story with us and giving us practical tools to use day to day. We all left the session feeling energized and grateful. Your words were deeply motivating. I will be sure to recommend this session to others"

Lauren Damant Director - Cornerstone Financial Services

"The workshop is a powerful combination of Shira’s story and the practical ways to implement transformative stress management tools into your every day life. Shira’s workshop uplifted the team during quarter end crunch time and empowered them to channel their “stress” into energy that could propel their performance and output both individually and as a team.

It inspired the team to build on our culture of supporting one another and boosted morale. I would HIGHLY recommend Shira’s workshop as one that will enrich your knowledge and give you the inspiration to tap into the tools that already exist within you to better your life."

Nirelle Chernick Performance Coach - W-Tax

"Shira’s session was engaging, powerful, and deeply practical. From her very first slide, our team was fully engaged as she shared her inspiring personal journey and offered tangible, accessible tools for managing stress and navigating moments of overwhelm.

What stood out most was Shira’s genuine and natural presence- this ease to connect with her made the session feel both personal and impactful. It was incredibly well received by everyone in attendance and left a lasting impression.

I would highly recommend Shira’s session to any organization looking to support their teams with meaningful, relatable wellness content."

Erin-Lee Melamed Head of People - W-Tax

"There are more practical tools at my disposal now to address and manage stress"

Liezl Warneke Investec

"Excellent and informative talk. I learnt new ideas and methods to apply in my practice and am very grateful to have attended"

Gabriela Falkson Art Therapist

"This workshop filled my cup in so many ways. A story of overcoming hardship despite the odds, faith and the goodness and strength of people and community. Moving into understanding stress and how to engage with it positively. And then using a growth mindset yourself, for your children and in your business.

As a person, mother and therapist I was inspired and left with a new strength to face challenges. I highly recommend hearing her if you are offered the privilege!"

Shelley Sosnovik Occupational Therapist

"Shira’s workshop was eye opening, engaging and phenomenally informative. The skills that I took away have already started to make positive changes in my interactions with others, both in my personal and professional life.

The skill of using a growth mindset is something everyone should be utilizing !"

Naomi Kedar PA

We kicked off our year-end function with a proper brain-reboot – a deep dive into resilience led by Shira Gutnick. Her session was a game-changer: real tools for handling stress with more grace, self-kindness, and that quiet confidence we all need when the going gets tough.

Talking about well-being is one thing, but walking out with actual techniques to use when you’re in the thick of it? Priceless. We left feeling more connected, grounded, and ready to tackle the end-of-year rush without burning out.

Kingfisher Medical

"I found Shira's workshop enlightening, and incredibly helpful! It opened my eyes to how important it is to deal with bad stress correctly, so as not to allow it to escalate and cause major harm, not only to your mind, but also to your body.....I've become so much more aware of noticing these mindsets in myself, my family members, and my patients. I highly recommend Shira's workshop to anyone, it is truly invaluable!"

Taryn Getz Physiotherapist

"I found the session very informative and helpful. I think Shira was very knowledgeable and I appreciated how she incorporated her own story into the session. The breathwork activity was very different but beneficial. Overall, I really enjoyed the session but more importantly, it is exactly what I needed"

Anonymous Investec

At The Regulated Self, I create safe, supportive spaces for people to slow down, tune in, and reconnect with themselves in a way that is empowering, sustainable, and real.