client testimonials

I recently embarked on a psilocybin therapy journey; a profound and transformative experience that left me at a loss for words. Both before and after the therapy sessions, I had the privilege of working with Stephen, my integration coach. His guidance was instrumental in preparing me for the treatment and navigating my integration process afterward.

Stephen is more than an integration coach; he is a compassionate and insightful human being. His wisdom, empathy, and ability to create a circle of love and understanding were instrumental in shaping my entire experience. As someone completely new to this realm, I felt seen and heard by Stephen in a way that allowed for incredibly impactful conversations and realizations post-therapy.

I am forever grateful for Stephen's presence in my journey. His practice is a testament to his dedication and skill in facilitating transformative experiences. I wouldn't have gained the insights and growth I did without his support. Thank you, Stephen, for being an integral part of my journey towards healing and self-discovery.

Adrian D. - USMC (Retired), Bend, OR

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I highly recommend Stephen Rodi as a personal coach through Core Truths LLC. He was assigned to me as part of a veteran’s mental health retreat, and I’ll be honest my anxiety was quite high as I approached our first of 5 scheduled video calls. Going on a live zoom call with a stranger, and sharing details of my past, my reasons for attending the retreat, and getting vulnerable? That seemed like a LOT to ask.

WOW, did I not have to worry 😀. Stephen and I connected immediately on the call. He opened up first, sharing his experiences and how impactful these kind of retreats can be for healing mental health wounds. He’s been in similar shoes, and attended a similar retreat. I felt this was a safe space and opened up as well. Yes, there were tears pent up over years that started flowing. I get choked up even now thinking about how powerful that first meeting was.

In future calls, Stephen walked me through the retreat logistics, helped me to set my intentions and expectations, and fully prepared me for an intense weekend of group therapy and healing.

Post retreat, Stephen guided me to a safe landing. There are just so many feelings and memories to cope with and some people can’t handle it all, but Stephen was there to make sure I could put the shattered pieces back in place and re-integrate.

I highly recommend Stephen and Core Truths LLC, and in general having a coach associated with mental health retreats. It’s a significant part of the process and not to be overlooked.

David A. - Colonel (retired), US Air Force

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When I met Stephen, I was a young man in my late twenties trying to make sense of the world and my role in it. I was struggling with depression and anxiety and had been with mental health providers for over five years. I felt trapped and pressured with nowhere to turn. Thankfully, this is when my path crossed with Stephen’s. Stephen played an integral part in my healing. Over the course of our sessions, he helped me identify and challenge different narratives I had built my life upon in order to make lasting change. While other healthcare providers focused solely on my past, Stephen operated in the present and future. This emphasis gave me hope moving forward. For the first time in years, I felt like I had a realistic plan and things made sense.

Stephen combines his experience in the corporate world with a collaborative approach filled with passion and understanding. The resulting process is simple yet profound. With Stephen, you will focus on two main ideas: your truths and your choices. Together, we were able to identify the core truths that make me who I am and create a lifestyle plan to implement them. Stephen worked with me to understand the choices I have and how I can use them to build a lifestyle that resonates with my truths.

Stephen is a mentor, friend, and confidant. With his guidance and unwavering support, I was able to make sense of the path in front of me and choose the life I want to live. I now have the vision and the tools to make it a reality every day. I cannot recommend working with Stephen enough.

Tom F. - Edwards, CO

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I am a 52 year old woman with three grown kids and a successful business. I wanted to step into all my strengths and what was good and learn how to clarify it, articulate it, and own it. When I expressed this desire and these thoughts with Stephen, I felt he really listened and took my desired intention seriously. He validated my goals and ideas and assured me he would keep us focused on my intention. And he did; we did.

There is so much I appreciate, enjoy and value about Stephen and our work together, but I would have to say the highlight is our time of "dropping in". His guided meditations and setting of intention sets a powerful tone for the sessions and allows me to feel empowered and energized to dig deep. Working toward choosing my words of truth helped me hone in on what is most important to me which increased my self-esteem and sense of self-worth. It also helped me feel safer in relationships because I know who I am and what I stand for. Stephen has a way of reflecting back what I am processing/working through which helps me see myself in a way I am both proud of and humbled by… meaning I see my short-comings but feel capable and excited to grow beyond them.

In short, working with Stephen made me feel heard, seen, empowered and excited to evolve - to evolve as a person and to grow as a business woman, mother, daughter and friend. Defining my Core Truths has even given me a sense of confidence to sponsor more women in my twelve-step program because I feel I have something concrete to offer them.

I contracted with Stephen for seven-sessions and looked forward to each and every one, even though I was at times nervous about being vulnerable. I was able to actualize several personal goals during the months of working with Stephen and I am looking forward to continuing to check in with him from time to time to remain accountable.

Becky R. - San Diego, CA

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Upon first meeting Stephen, it was very clear to me that he is someone who does this work with the sole purpose of service. He exudes gentleness, compassion, and an overall heart-centred tranquility, which soon enough becomes contagious. Stephen is deeply intuitive, and has a heartfelt ability to listen and hear beyond uttered words.

This core quality, which seems to be second-nature to Stephen, is what I feel makes him a very powerful guide of the heart pilgrimage where the inner knowings reside. I especially appreciate him guiding me towards realising my inner truths, by gently challenging or inviting me to question my own beliefs and statements.

Through working with Stephen, I have come to realise that what I think, or say, does not always match with my true feeling. His guidance allows me to make that mind-heart journey in a seamless way.

As someone who has a lively and outspoken inner-critic, I appreciate Stephen’s recognition and reflections of my personal growth, and his ability to see and echo my advancement along the way. I deeply enjoy my conversations with Stephen, and I am always left with increased clarity and sense of empowerment which further catalyses my progress and growth. I am eternally grateful for your kindness, support, care, and gentle guidance.

Julija F. - Vilnius, Lithuania

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Before Core Truths, most attempts to help myself were motivated by fear and guilt. Mainly, I feared letting others down. I needed a safe space where I could express frustrations without facing judgement or disappointment.

During the first meeting, Stephen made acute observations about my life, challenging me to be more self aware. Normally, I would have become defensive and avoided the truth. But Stephen’s calm tone and gentle approach reminded me the transformational process is founded in love, not fear.

I feel comfortable trusting Stephen’s advice because I know his intentions are pure and grounded in the philosophy of Core Truths. This way, I can accept even the most vulnerable aspects of myself without hiding from insecurities and flaws. Thanks to Stephen and Core Truths, my motivation is transforming as it transitions from fear to a place of self-love.

Ryan F. - San Diego, USA

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