Dr. Val often schedules workshops in open, pastoral settings so as to create a pleasant, relaxed atmosphere for participants. In fact, her offices are just steps away from a beautiful lake where the view includes a rustic bridge spanning the narrowest part of the lake and crossing a tiny island - a perfect atmosphere for self-learning.

She also works in corporate offices, bringing trainings and team-building workshops into the workplace, where her methods are praised and her program participants build their skills and confidence to produce superior results in their jobs.

Recently, Dr. Val has produced workshops for and given lectures to communities of senior citizens.

"I'm always amazed," she says, "at the resiliency of older Americans -- at their lively imaginations and that they continue to dream big dreams. I feel privileged to work with people like these folks."

Check Dr. Val's schedule of events for the next few months.