Recently I attended the Basic Animal Communication Workshop. This was my first acquaintance with Teresa Wagner and attempting to communicate with animals in a serious, structured way. My experience was magnificent. I found Teresa to be extremely gifted not only in communicating with animals but equally gifted in communicating with humans. And to top it off, she is an exceptional workshop facilitator.

As a former director of a retreat/workshop center, I have participated in many workshops. I cannot say, "I've see it all," however, I have seen workshops fall apart due to the facilitator's inability to hold the spirit of the group. I believe I am able to discern when a truly gifted individual shines her light and ignites others' growth. This is Teresa Wagner. As a solo facilitator she was able to hold each individual within the group while expressing our own uniqueness. There was safety and space for everybody. She was organized to perfection. Teresa was 100% present l00% of the time. Amazing! And to my surprise, I discovered that this workshop was about my personal growth just as much as it was about communicating with animals. The depth of my experience in this workshop will remain with me throughout my life. Thank you, Teresa! ~ Lenore Diane

I highly recommend any animal lover to take this workshop! It is an incredible, mystical journey into animals. The love that was expressed through Teresa's great teaching really touched me so I could become a better communicator. I really could feel all of the thought and energy that was behind this workshops and I really appreciate it. ~ Yoanna Kanalakis

I loved the workshop. You are an excellent teacher and presented all the information in an easy to understand way and created a safe and sacred space for sharing and exploring. I got validation from every telepathic communication we practiced whether it was with my own animals or someone else's. It was very exciting. ~ Carie Broeker

I can feel more clearly messages in my heart from the animals and nature now. I was so touched by all the love coming from you and the circle, and the Amazing Grace song with the whales at the closing, that I felt the love in my heart pour out and grow without fear. I want to continue to grow in love with strength. Thank you very much for all your guidance, support, affirmation and loving kindness! ~ Elizabeth Jensen

I was totally amazed and impressed and blown away by Teresa's patience and gentleness—extremely consistent. ~ Moria M

I came away with tools to deal with situations where animals may be in trouble or suffering. The whole section on protecting yourself and not owning someone's pain was very useful to me and helped me immediately with the rescue animals that I'm so involved with. ~ Monica Rua

The workshop helped me to be more comfortable with my strong connectedness to animals. It was great to be with other people whose values are similar to mine. I really appreciated that you stressed non-competitiveness and going at our own speed and that you addressed our doubts. Such a nurturing environment. Was so validating for my connectedness to animals. ~ Mary Graydon-Fontana

I loved when we got to communicate with each other's animals. It was awesome. I also liked that the handouts were so complete that I didn't have to spend a lot of time writing. I got more time to experience things. The time you took so we could build trust with one another, with your love and guidance, created a very safe place. My capacity to give and receive love grew. The ending ceremony left me with my heart so full of love; there really aren't any words to describe it. Now I know that with practice I can talk with my animals. ~ Anonymous

I now realized that telepathic communication is real. I also appreciated the materials provided to refer back to, and the practice in meditation. I loved the intimate atmosphere and your wonderful, facilitation style—ability to go with the group's energy, and share so openly about your own personal professional experience. Thank you. ~ Anonymous

I wanted to let you know how much I enjoyed the animal communication workshop. For me the experience was extremely powerful and transformative, not only in the area of animal communication, but also in terms of my spiritual outlook. I feel that the loving and accepting environment you created at the workshop definitely was a catalyst. Thank you again. ~ Kathy Nimz

I have consulted Teresa many times and attended her workshops. I am always amazed and deeply touched by her level of integrity and the clearness of her light. This is a woman who has truly been called by the Divine to minister to our hearts and to reconnect us with the ones we have lost. I hold her in the highest regard, both as an example of what we should aspire to be as human beings, and as a true friend to all those in the animal kingdom. ~ Margo Mateas

Using a pet communicator has led not only to correcting the behavior of my sweet kitty, Keisha, but also to the healing of her emotional issues which was resulting in physical ailments for her. It has been such a wonderful experience to watch her evolvement, that it led me to want to learn more about animal communication. I took Teresa ‘s workshop and was very taken with how natural it felt and how it brought me to tears connecting to animals and their unconditional love. The practice sessions, which I participate in on a monthly basis, keep reinforcing this for me. Both the workshop and the practice groups have enhanced my love for animals and have given me an even deeper level of compassion for all beings. ~ Diane C.

I just wanted to thank you once again for the marvelous, love-filled workshop. It was one of the best experiences I've had in many years. I'll be practicing my animal communication skills over the next few months. I so enjoyed meeting so many people of like mind and learning about all those precious little beings that they love. And the best part was getting to spend so much time with you. You are a truly gifted, warm, and generous human being. ~ Charlotte Sky

The meditations were quiet and calming, providing an excellent opportunity to gain insight and clarity within ourselves. Through your stories I also found the possibilities that exist through animal communication. Teresa, your true love of animals and your ability to communicate that love to them is so evident at the workshops you teach. It provides a very powerful experience. I feel so blessed to have the opportunity to study with you. ~Sharon Dunn

Learning how to listen was probably the most important thing. I felt like I'd really come home because the camaraderie was there and the training was gentle but most effective. The workshop is truly outstanding. ~Alexandra Rogers

Meeting you Teresa— you have a beautiful, calming and genuine energy which surrounds you and floats around to those of us in your workshop. I loved the comforting space you created. ~ Enid Traisman, author, grief counselor

Being OK and supported in moving into deep, painful situations. Seeing the gift of the issues and experiences, how I can grow from the pain. The drawings, the artwork was of great value. The "allowing" environment—for me to be able to get into very deep feelings in a safe, loving, supportive place. Loved the meditations. Feeling loved as whole being. Being acknowledged. What will be different in my life as a result of the workshop is that I feel I will be ore open in expressing my feelings in the presence of others and asking for what I need. Taking care of myself better. ~ Adele Zimerman

Teresa has a fantastic ability to take thought-provoking topics and present them in a straightforward fashion. Her ability to mix humor into her presentation of the mysteries of souls coming to and leaving earth is outstanding! She paces content and delivers it at an appropriate level for all to understand. Responds well to questions posed. ~ Davidene T.

Teresa's choices what to share of the animal perspectives were great. They were a combination of affirming, reassuring, heartwarming and perspective shifting. I could feel Teresa's thoughtfulness and gentle presence, which is so wonderful to be with. I also enjoyed being with a group of like minded people. ~ Julie L.

Teresa is a wonderful teacher and the class was a spiritual as I expected. I truly enjoyed envisioning the others in the group, and knowing that we all came together to share this moment for ourselves, and of course the animals. It was a privilege and an honor to attend. ~ Linda W

What an incredibly satisfying journey Teresa has taken us on during this teleclass. Her gentle presentations of her client's stories lead me through a range of emotions – from laughter to tears to quiet reflection. I am richer and wiser for having taken this class, and yet I am deeply humbled by the profound wisdom and unconditional love of our beloved animal companions. I understand more clearly, now, that the best and most beautiful things in this life cannot be seen or even touched – they must be felt with the heart. The class exceeded my expectations. ~ Davidene T.

Thanks for having this class that addressed questions many of us were wondering within ourselves. ~ Tina T

I wasn't really expecting anything from this class, I was just curious. I ended up enjoying the classes very much and came away with a lot of helpful information and a lot to think about. Teresa presented the material very well. I also liked how she asked people in the class to relate their personal experiences, and the opportunity after class to hear everyone's perspectives. ~ Jeanine G.

A very full experience with Teresa and the Whales, offering insight and wisdom on many levels about ourselves, the whales, and all species. ~ Kristin T.

I really enjoyed the class. It was loaded with wonderful information and I got a much broader understanding about the whales. Awesome! Full of compassion for the whales! Thank you so much! ~ Susan P.

Informative,exciting, beautiful and loving. ~ Marti P.

Teresa's knowledge and love for the Whales is totally heart opening and inspirational. Anyone who has any desire to connect with the Wise energy of the Whales must take this course to receive a well rounded and intelligent experience. I felt that Teresa was very sensitive to what the participants were asking for. She made her gifts of animal communication very accessible and empowered all of us with clear directions and deep respect. ~ Fawn C.

I was not able to access the online evaluation form, but I want to write that I thoroughly enjoyed Theresa's teleclass. On the practical side, the audio was very good and I had no trouble hearing her. Teresa's policy is to have everyone mute for the presentation and then she had participants share their experiences with the whales. During the second session she answered questions that had been sent in before the class as well as presented more information and more inspired teaching. I like her style of teaching. But beyond that, I was jotting down notes so I could remember and review the wisdom that she was imparting. I could feel her love for the whales and through sensing her immense love and enjoyment of the whales I in turn felt joy and happiness. Theresa has a lot of wisdom concerning life and energy work and healing. I resonated with her and that is the highest complement I can give her. Theresa is one of those humans who have the gift of inspiring others. The whales chose wisely when they chose to connect with and teach Theresa. She has made me more aware of the wisdom that is available from the whales and has inspired me to reach out to the whales. ~ Phyllis R

Thank you, Teresa, for sharing your love of the magnificent Humpback Whales with us. After listening to your stories, viewing your wondrous photos, and watching the video "Whale Wisdom – A Mother Humpback's View" my heart was unexpectedly touched like no one has ever managed to do, other than my beloved Joshua. ~ Davidene T.

Teresa has a fantastic ability to take thought-provoking topics and present them in a straightforward fashion. Her ability to mix humor into her presentation is outstanding! She paces content and delivers it at an appropriate level for all to understand. She responds well to questions posed. The content of this class unexpectedly touched my heart and, more importantly, jarred me into taking a proactive stand for whale conservation. ~ Davidene T.

The workshop met expectations with regard to learning about the whales and their perspectives through communication and stories. It exceeded my expectations in acquiring a whale guide (sadie) who has been conversing with me since the first night. What a blessing! Thank you, theresa, for holding the space for us to connect so profoundly with the whales. I look forward to exploring my relationship with them more in depth. you've opened an important door for me. ~ Judy R.

"This trip was beyond our wildest imagination. We both love animals and the opportunity to be so close to whales was reason enough to go on such an adventure, however we received much more than we had expected, both on and after the trip. We were initially told by many of the wonderful people on this trip that it was a life changing event, well it was difficult to understand this, but now it is very clear. The feeling one gets when they are in the water with the whales and how that permeates ones very being I think is impossible to understand unless someone has personally experienced it. The lasting effects have been more than memories, but rather a greater sense of peace, calm, awareness and love. I know to many this sounds strange, as it did initially to me, but it is true.

I also can not imagine a better facilitator than Teresa. She was remarkable at creating a friendly, warm environment, at including everyone, and helping everyone with what they needed to get the most out of their experience. If only politicians and corporate leaders would go and be with the whales, the profoundness of their presence would change them as well and the world would be a far greater place. Simply amazing, I thank the whales, I thank Teresa and the others on the boat. Something magical happened out there, I wish more people could experience it." ~ Jeff Hansen, California

Sacred Swims & Communication with Humpback Whales

"I have been a marine mammal lover all my life. I have been swimming and playing with dolphins in the wild in Hawaii, in the Bahamas and in Florida. In Hawaii, I have been Whale Watching, and was even part of a Research Team studying Vessel Impact on Humpbacks. But this was my first experience with being dropped in pods of humpbacks. . . in the clear blue waters of a hundred square miles of coral reefs. It has been the most breathtaking experience I've had. The gentle giant angels of the sea welcomed us in their nursery, and accepted us in their loving daily life. It is definitely a spiritual experience that enhances our experience of the Oneness of Consciousness in Everything. It was also a plus to be part of a spiritual group that set the atmosphere with meditation and allowed sharing on an uplifting level." ~ Elise Pouliot, Fort Lauderdale, Florida

"I was at the lowest point in my life — no one could reach me. God reached me through the whales. He knew the humpbacks meant the world to me and I would listen to them." ~ Leona, Hawaii

"It was the first time I saw humpback whales in nature. It touched me very deeply. It was amazing to see them breaching and breaching without getting tired! To see and feel their gentleness and at the same time their great power and strength. A few times the whales allowed me to come very close to them and be with them at their side or right above them. It was so amazing! I learned that it is possible to have a special and meaningful connection with one whale; I am very happy that I had the real experience of it on that trip!" ~ Gitta Horstmann, Germany

The best part of the trip for me was looking into that baby's eye. What magic! And what Teresa brings to the trip with her boundless warmth, enthusiasm, love and accessibility is priceless." ~ Terry Hribal, Ohio

"Utterly awesome, life changing to experience the whales allowing us to be with them, and seeing the confidence of the mothers to let their babies swim to us. It enhanced the trip to have Teresa keep the group focus on love, openness, sharing and acceptance. Thank you, thank you for one of the most wonderful experiences of my life." ~ Jodi Frediani, California

"Although the idea of actually swimming in the ocean with whales was awe inspiring I hadn't expected it to be a life changing experience. Nothing I read or heard could prepare me for the experience of having these fabulous creatures so obviously welcome us into their environment and allow us to be with their babies. And the degree that they trusted us mirrored my trust in the staff of the Bottom time II. I'm very safety conscious around water and they were noticeably terrific in every way. Their competence and focus on safety made it possible for me to fully enjoy the whole experience. And the company and food were the best!!! I'm coming back next year for an encore." ~ Crystal Hawk, Toronto, Canada

"During this week I have experienced the beauty, gentleness, gracefulness, sensitivity and overwhelming love that these wonderful beings have exhibited. . . Thank you for an experience of a lifetime." ~ Andre' P. Webber, St. Thomas, Virgin Islands

"The Silver Bank Whale Swim was a magical, memorable experience. Coming face to face with a Humpback and baby, hanging suspended in the blue, while an unspoken greeting seems to pass between you is the most amazing thing. Watching whales from the surface is one thing but swimming with them is an unforgettable privilege, one you will treasure forever." ~ Bobbii Cartright, Bermuda

"Nothing in my experience compares to the time I floated bare-footed in the ocean above three whales immersed in their world—subtle, energetic, aqua blue. They moved imperceptibly, like phantoms and even close to the surface one could hear the eerie songs of other whales spreading throughout the otherwise silent water. It must be like going to a new planet or dimension. Sharing space with them shifts your consciousness and provides a genuine experience of living." ~ Kim Jarrett, Texas

"Utterly awesome, life changing to experience the whales allowing us do be with them. Their confidence to let their babies swim toward us. Thank you, thank you for one of the most wonderful experiences of my life.

It was so extraordinary watching and being in the water with them. They are so awesome and beautiful, yet gentle and wise. During one encounter when a mother and calf slowly rose up beneath me so close I could have touched them. I stopped breathing and my heart stopped I was so excited. I will never forget the eye contact with them when they approached the surface near me. I will definitely put this down as my best life experience ever.

I couldn't believe the amazing gathering of such remarkable people. I am so thankful that the whales drew me to this trip so I could meet each and every one of them. The energy of love was so very strong with this group. And the healing every day, along with the belly laughs. Our mutual love of all living beings (human and animal). It was tons of fun sharing our joy of being with the whales. I feel so blessed to have spent time with them.

Teresa you are love manifested. You greeted each one of us like long lost friends. Even the ones you never met before. I've never seen a facilitator so open and giving of time. Your gratitude and love towards everything was so refreshing. On Friday, when you left the boat it was just a boat all of a sudden. I commented to one of the ladies that the boat seemed to have lost its energy. My opportunity to have met you and to have spent time with you was as much of a blessing or more as being with the whales." ~ Julie Banks Marino, Chicago

"Teresa's presence was important in bringing the group together and made for an immediate trust and sense of comfort. Her facilitation was wonderful and so important in focusing our intention and really making it a meaningful experience with the whales. It was very special to come together all the times we did in meditation and gratitude. I really felt cared about and able to accept people's help and to cry in front of others. I know I would not have been comfortable enough to do that in another group. The group's connection to Teresa made this possible. Thank you. ~ Jennifer Grandi, Utah

"I have been forever altered. The encounter with the whales in the water was life changing. I floated above a mother whale for a very long time. She allowed me completely into her bond with her calf and escort. It was a very sacred exchange and completely validating for me, allowing me to be very open and accepting of my own spiritual range. It truly felt like family. This mother whale took the time for stillness with all of us. As a result, I experienced my consciousness merge with hers and be in the state of oneness. There's a continual knowing of where I belong now." ~ Fawn Christianson, California