• "Ashleigh has been a tremendous resource and mentor for the past few months. I feel motivated and inspired by her dharma talks, retreats, and one-on-one mindfulness sessions. She brings a tenderness to her coaching that makes me feel comfortable and open to being vulnerable. Her wide and deep experience in the practice is prevalent in the way she relates to the everyday young person trying to understand the path while navigating this fast-paced western world. Her one-on-one mindfulness sessions have personally helped me deal with negative attachments with a sense of love and appreciation for my humanity. I truly appreciate her and highly recommend her coaching practice."

    - Elnatan Mulugeta, Whole Person Wellness Coaching

  • “Ashleigh's voice is so very soothing. Also, her ability to see a bit deeper into what the participants shared felt very authentic and meaningful. I learned that meditation looks different for each person and practice does not need to look perfect to be effective. You felt honest and transparent about where you are in your practice and the challenges you face even as an instructor. I appreciated how you acknowledged the less than ideal circumstances around you as your children prepared for bed while still remaining present with the class."

    — Catrina F., Mindfulness for Moms

  • "Ashleigh did a mindfulness training with our medical practice and not only did everyone learn a lot, but they also left feeling much more calm and centered. She did a phenomenal job explaining mindfulness and teaching coping mechanisms for our employees and our patients, and it was extremely valuable to our team. The mini meditation at the end was the cherry on top, and I highly recommend her for anyone wanting to learn more about mindfulness or practice meditation."

    — Savannah Wichman, Executive Assistant, The Dermatologic Surgery Center of Washington, Corporate Session

  • "I have been practicing dharma and mindfulness for several years in a variety of traditions and I can say that I find Ashleigh’s facilitation refreshing as it is down to earth and incredibly authentic. After the COVID-19 pandemic started and DC Young Adult Sangha switched to online practice Ashleigh has been always there for the group, leading from a car or from home, being in a present moment allowing the group to grow. I find it inspiring and helpful when a facilitator embodies the practice because even without any particular activities or dharma talks you can already see what the practice is about – learning to be in the present moment for whatever is arising. I can definitely recommend participating in the events that Ashleigh is leading as they lend themselves to a worthwhile experience."

    — Nikolay B., Young Adult Sangha

  • "Your calm, quiet voice and demeanor were soothing. I really liked that you took the time to respond to comments and answer questions, and always seemed to have the right thing to say. I really enjoyed learning a new technique every week. It didn't feel overwhelming. Thank you for taking the time to send out the email every week. I have something to look back on as a reminder."

    — Sarah S., Mindfulness for Moms

  • "Very helpful and complete teaching instructions. Great modeling of slowness, kindness, and self compassion. The themes of arrival and reconnecting hit home! You do the transitions so well! And that is so needed on a day-long retreat. You reinforced that taking a pause and reconnecting with my practice and others on the path is such a joy! Curiosity, wonders, joy, and gratitude are always available. Loved the talk on arriving, and you clearly put in so much time and energy to prepare. Thank you for this generous offering and your amazing kindness and spirt in sharing the dharma."

    — Alex S., Young Adult Sanga

  • “You're calm gentle presence and easy going nature.You have inspired me to truly pause in moments of chaos and for that I am profoundly grateful.”

    — Rebecca P., Mindfulness for Moms

  • “The pace and care that was present really helped me focus and not rush my mind to think about what’s next. Honestly, every activity and practice was amazing. You really made the whole retreat practical and easy to follow along. Everything was balanced and it made all the activities worth doing since there was balance. Mindfulness gives me the freedom to be present with what is and you gave me the freedom and guidance to come as I am. Your teachings were practical and fun. Thank you for supporting me in my practice.”

    — E.M., Young Adult Sangha

  • "I thought it was wonderful. I have never heard of the practice before, and was a bit unsure at first, but it is something I will continue to learn and use in my every day life.

    — Katherine C., Mindfulness for Moms

  • "What’s really awesome about your facilitation is how like real/grounded/authentic you make things, like without distance between normal conversation and mindful conversation."

    — Brian G. Young Adult Sangha

  • I liked your soothing nature, sharing personal struggles, and being vulnerable when you had kid stuff come up during class.

    — J. W., Mindfulness for Moms