Teacher Reviews
Teacher Reviews - Barry "Bears" Neil Kaufman
“Bears has been the most compelling and loving
person I have ever met in my whole life. He has taught
me how to look inside myself, search my own feelings
without external help and become a person who is more
self-aware, more self-confident and so much more outgoing.
He brings out the best in everyone, celebrating each
and every effort we make towards being open to ourselves
and others. He clearly is the TRUE teacher of The
Son-Rise Program®.”
Name: Chetna J.
Occupation: Son-Rise Program® Mom
Country: India
Child: Neil, 4 years old
Diagnosis: Autism
“Quite simply, Bears is one of the most amazing
teachers I have ever had the pleasure of being taught
by. His ability to pay individual attention to everyone
in the class amazed me. Bears showed me how to change
myself in ways I would never have thought possible.
I feel he showed by demonstration (i.e., he does what
he teaches) and specific examples how to become more
loving, caring and present. Thank you.”
Name: Jane D.
Occupation: Early Intervention Teacher
Country: Australia
Child: 5 years old
Diagnosis: Autism
“Bears, you are the master! Before I came to
The Autism Treatment Center of America™, I believed
I could never think and believe The Option Process®
philosophy consistently. You helped me to know that
I can in every moment. I can choose to be present,
I can choose to believe differently, I can shape my
emotions to serve me better and I can logically dismiss
the ones that do not serve me.”
Name: Linda B.
Occupation: Homemaker
State: Illinois
Child: Beau, 5 years old
Diagnosis: PDD
“Bears was even more than the fantastic stuff
I expected. I didn’t think anyone could live
up to his reputation, yet he was deeper and warmer
and stronger than I thought possible.”
Name: Rick P.
Occupation: Father/Husband
State: Illinois
Child: Sophie, 5 years old
Diagnosis: Hereditary Motor Syndrome
“Thank you, Bears. You have taught me how to
find passion. Without it, I was not really alive in
this world. I can achieve anything I choose that is
useful for me.”
Name: Sonali M. Occupation: Homemaker
State: California
Child: 5 years old
Diagnosis: Autism
“At first I found myself to be in awe of Bears—he
quickly helped me realize that he is just a man who
has traveled the road to happiness, and I can do it,
too! His teaching methods were real and personally
applicable, and I found him to be an awesome teacher.”
Name: Rachel P.
Occupation: Volunteer/Student
State: Pennsylvania
Children: 6 years old/6 years old
Diagnoses: Sensory Integration/PDD
“Bears is incredibly insightful while actively
showing warmth, humor, love and acceptance. His teachings
were demonstrated in a way that made them easy to
comprehend, learn and then use, enabling me to live
my life to the fullest.”
Name: Robin T.
Occupation: Company Director
Country: England
Child: Susie, 9 years old
Diagnosis: Autism
“Bears was a dynamic speaker. He modeled leadership
behaviors and attitudes. He brought love, acceptance
and enthusiasm to our classes. I liked when he took
time to focus on individual participants in dialogues,
and I liked his humor and stories. Bears made the
classes fun and I felt safe and accepted as I am,
free to express, explore and grow.”
Name: Suzy R.
Occupation: Mom
State: California
Child: 10 years old
Diagnosis: PDD
“Bears brings an awesome aura to my experience.
As the first Son-Rise Program®
dad, he gives me a model for our own program. As a
loving husband with a partner, he presents another
model. And as a father, he is also a role model. But
most of all, he is a living example of the kind of
person I want to be.”
Name: Doug L.
Occupation: CPA
State: California
Child: Nick, 8 years old
Diagnosis: PDD/Autism
“Absolutely, incredibly awe-inspiring. I am
honored to have been in Bears’ classes. He moved
me past feelings of discomfort I had about what others
said about my child, myself and our family.”
Name: Sara P.
Occupation: Mom
State: Maine
Child Diagnosis: ADD/ODD/OCD/Gifted
“Bears is amazing as always. I feel his love
so completely through his intense eye contact and
awareness of everyone in the room. He is so focused
and attentive to each and every one of us.”
Name: Shara O.
Occupation: Mother
Country: England
Child: Toby, 4 years old
Diagnosis: Autistic Spectrum Disorder
“I loved the wonderful dialogues Bears helped
us through. He is a master of teaching every aspect
of The Option Process®. I enjoyed his sense of
humor and gentle approach with us all. FANTASTIC.”
Name: Pam R.
Occupation: Son-Rise Program® Mom
State: California
Child: Kelsey, 6 years old
Diagnosis: Autism
Reviews
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Teacher Reviews - Samahria Lyte Kaufman
“Wow, what a beautiful, loving and accepting
person Samahria is. She was funny and focused. I not
only felt accepted by her, I felt embraced and deeply
loved. Samahria demonstrated an immense respect and
affection for all special children. I felt she modeled
the passion we need to have to be the forces of nature
that our children need. She answered all the questions
thoroughly, with fun and excitement.”
Name: Suzy R.
Occupation: Mom
State: California
Child: 10 years old
Diagnosis: PDD
“Samahria is the ultimate role model. I have
learned so much from this amazing woman. She makes
it all seem so easy. I have learned that strength
and love and acceptance can achieve anything. Thank
you, thank you!”
Name: Jessica B.
Occupation: Son-Rise Program® Mom
State: Louisiana
Child: Matthew, 3 years old
Diagnosis: Developmental Delay
“Samahria is truly motivational and inspiring
but, most of all, practical. If anyone has a question
about what to do in any circumstance with a special
child, Samahria has numerous ideas and suggestions.”
Name: Robin T.
Occupation: Company Director
Country: England
Child: Susie, 9 years old
Diagnosis: Autism
“Samahria’s different way of viewing
an issue is so enlightening. She challenges me to
consider all of the possibilities.”
Name: Doug L.
Occupation: CPA
State: California
Child: Nick, 8 years old
Diagnosis: PDD/Autism
“Graceful, yet playful. Samahria has the amazing
ability to connect with you as if you have been life-long
friends. Her compassion and love for all of our children
are crystal clear.”
Name: Cyrus K.
Occupation: Tax Attorney
State: Michigan
Child: Aristotle, 8 years old
Diagnosis: Autism
“Samahria has an unbelievable feeling of warmth,
love and genuine affection for everyone in the class.
I loved her direct style and humor. She was so natural
and human—a joy to behold.”
Name: Betsy T.
Occupation: Son-Rise Program® Mom
State: North Carolina
Child: 3 years old
Diagnosis: Autism
“Samahria is pure energy! She has great ideas
and insight, combined with the most authentic and
wonderful laughter I have ever heard.”
Name: Paulette B.
Occupation: Physician
State: Pennsylvania
Child: Patrick, 5 years old
Diagnosis: Autism Spectrum Disorder
“Samahria’s extreme and unconditional
love have made me aware of my own limitless capabilities.”
Name: Sarah C.
Occupation: College Student/Volunteer
State: Ohio
Child: Stephen, 6 years old
Diagnosis: Autism
“I had placed Samahria on a very high pedestal
but realized she is a person like all of us. She is
incredibly knowledgeable, loving, funny, charismatic—all
the things we have in ourselves but don’t show
so readily.”
Name: Pam R.
Occupation: Son-Rise Program® Mom
State: California
Child: Kelsey, 6 years old
Diagnosis: Autism
“Samahria’s presence blew me away more
than any tape or video or story—it was such
an honor. I loved how she got right to the point answering
questions and giving us all she had.”
Name: Kelly M.
Occupation: Engineer
State: Arizona
Child: Benjamin, 4 years old
Diagnosis: Autism
“Samahria is like a fountain of wisdom with
practical suggestions. She genuinely embraced and
really showed her love for every one of us and our
children.”
Name: Carol D.
Occupation: Son-Rise Program® Morn
State: Ohio
Child: Danny, 5 years old
Diagnosis: PDD/Language Delays
“Samahria is very helpful, courageous, a great
person, focused, strong, creative and dynamic, and
has conviction about the power of love.”
Name: Vikki M.
Occupation: Housewife
Country: Hong Kong
Child: Cheng, 6 years old
Diagnosis: PDD
Teacher Reviews - Bryn N. Hogan
“Bryn is the person I most love to listen to
in the world! Her wit, knowledge and ‘grassroots’
understanding are extremely powerful. I am completely
captivated when she talks and always come away with
more understanding and power.”
Name: Joanne W.
Occupation: Son-Rise Program® Mom
Country: Belgium
Child: 2 years old
Diagnosis: Autism
“Bryn is dynamic, yet at the same time has
the ability to relate to every person’s concerns,
fears and desires. After every session with Bryn,
I feel that I can conquer and overcome any obstacle.”
Name: Cyrus K.
Occupation: Tax Attorney
State: Michigan
Child: Aristotle, 8 years old
Diagnosis: Autism
“Bryn once again amazes me! Her humor and passion
are so inspiring. The real examples of her own experiences,
which she so generously offers, are truly a gift so
gratefully received. Her presence fills the room with
grace. She captivates her audience completely!”
Name: Randa H.
Occupation: Homemaker
Country: Australia
Child: Richard, 4 years old
Diagnosis: Developmental Delay
“Bryn—WOW—what a woman, teacher,
mother! I totally enjoy Bryn’s sessions, especially
because she never runs out of examples, which she
presents with such humor that they will not be forgotten.
Bryn is a teacher I am relaxed around and can stay
fully present with.”
Name: Nicky B.
Occupation: Physiotherapist
Country: Barbados
Child: Chanice, 4 years old
Diagnosis: Autism/CP
“Bryn left me with the feeling that it is all
so achievable and manageable. I have now received
a complete ‘toolbox’ of techniques and
practical living examples to use at any time.”
Name: Robin T.
Occupation: Company Director
Country: England
Child: Susie, 9 years old
Diagnosis: Autism
“I love Bryn—the true pioneer of our
program. She laid the foundation and continues to
spiritually nurture us here at The Autism Treatment
Center of America™ and from afar. She is a gift!”
Name: Nancy S.
Occupation: Musician
State: California
Child: Tess, 8 years old
Diagnosis: Autism
“Bryn speaks beautifully while moving through
the issues clearly and authentically.”
Name: Lisa G.
Occupation: Administrator, Healthcare Facility
State: California
Child: Geena, 5 years old
Diagnosis: ASP/ADD
“Bryn is excellent! She is caring, professional,
bright, happy and a very good motivator. She is down
to earth and highly entertaining.”
Name: Aine R.
Occupation: Market Researcher
Country: Ireland
Child: Michael, 7 years old
Diagnosis: Learning Challenges
“Bryn is wonderful! She is full of joy. I was
able to clearly understand everything she provided.”
Name: Tamara M.
Occupation: Homemaker
Country: Jakub, Poland
Child: 11 years old
Diagnosis: Autism
“Bryn presented her materials in a clear and
concise manner. I will have no problem implementing
what I have learned from her in my son’s Son-Rise
Program®.”
Name: Laura H.
Occupation: Homemaker
State: Michigan
Child: 9 years old
Diagnosis: Autism
“I am amazed at Bryn’s talent and ability
to lead and teach. I love her sense of humor and gentle
approach.”
Name: Lisa K.
Occupation: Son-Rise Program® Mom
State: California
Child: 4 years old
Diagnosis: Autism
“Bryn is radiant and outrageously brilliant!”
Name: Paulette
B.
Occupation: Physician
State: Pennsylvania
Child: Patrick, 5 years old
Diagnosis: Autism Spectrum Disorder
Teacher Reviews - William Hogan
“I so appreciated seeing videos of William working
in the playroom. He treats children with such dignity.
I learned so much from him, which really had an impact
on how I will act in and enjoy the playroom.”
Name: Sarah B.
Occupation: Artist
State: New York
Children: Adam, 8 years old/Isaac, 10 years old
Diagnoses: PDD/PDD
“William is sincere, warm, funny (so funny),
attentive and informative. He puts across ideas and
concepts thoroughly and clearly. I love his teaching
style.”
Name: Shara O.
Occupation: Mother
Country: England
Child: Toby, 4 years old
Diagnosis: Autism Spectrum Disorder
“William’s ability to show us what animated
really means is astounding. I learn as much by watching
him move as I do by hearing what he says.”
Name: Tim K.
Occupation: Homemaker
State: Minnesota
Child: Thomas, 3 years old
Diagnosis: Autism
“William’s enthusiasm and energy for
his presentation and work are inspirational. As he
speaks, he stimulates me to think of lots of useful
ideas.”
Name: Doug L.
Occupation: CPA
State: California
Child: Nick, 8 years old
Diagnosis: PDD/Autism
“William really impressed me. He’s so
funny, experienced and really alive. His contentment
and happiness affect everyone. He has a lot of awareness
and is very helpful and calm.”
Name: Rebekah W.
Occupation: Housewife
Country: Switzerland
Child: 4 years old
Diagnosis: Autism
“William was wonderful! He is clear and gives
life examples that I can understand and relate to.
He has a great sense of humor, and is fun to listen
to and learn from.”
Name: Kathy B.
Occupation: Son-Rise Program® Mom
State: New Jersey
Child: Carter, 6 years old
Diagnosis: PDD
“William really helped me get in touch with
what is important in my life and helped me let go
of unnecessary baggage.”
Name: Sarah C.
Occupation: College Student/Volunteer
State: Ohio
Child: Stephen, 6 years old
Diagnosis: Autism
“William has the ability to be the most effective
teacher and inspirational at the same time.”
Name: Beth R.
Occupation: Sales Representative
State: Pennsylvania
Child: Sarah, 6 years old
Diagnosis: PDD/NOS
“William’s sessions were great! He is
full of fun and provides good, solid information on
technique and attitude.”
Name: Mark H.
Occupation: Railroad Signaling Manager
Country: England
Child: Sam, 4 years old
Diagnosis: Autism
“William really demonstrates how to sustain
my child’s interest in the playroom.”
Name: Ros L.
Occupation: Homemaker/Reiki Practitioner
Country: France
Child: Rebecca, 5 years old
Diagnosis: PDD/Autism
“William is loving, peaceful, inspiring, courageous,
committed and focused.”
Name: Vikki M.
Occupation: Housewife
Country: Hong Kong
Child: Cheng, 6 years old
Diagnosis: PDD
“William provides an excellent source of knowledge,
delivered in a relaxed and enjoyable manner.”
Name: Randa H.
Occupation: Homemaker
Country: Australia
Child: Richard, 4 years old
Diagnosis: Developmental Delay
Teacher Reviews - Kate Wilde
“Kate is animated and powerful in her explanations.
What Kate says really sticks with me. When I think
I have a difficult question, she always has a response
that makes sense and is practical and very encouraging.”
Name: Joanne W.
Occupation: Son-Rise Program® Mom
Country: Belgium
Child: 2 years old
Diagnosis: Autism
“I learned a lot from Kate through questions
answered, her wonderful passion, as well as her incredible
knowledge of all aspects of The Son-Rise Program®.”
Name: Sarah B.
Occupation: Artist
State: New York
Children: Adam, 8 years old/Isaac, 10 years old
Diagnosis: PDD
Teacher Reviews - Sean Fitzgerald
“Sean is so gentle and tender. I can feel myself
opening up to him without any hesitation. His imagination
and creativity are excellent.”
Name: Chetna J.
Occupation: Son-Rise Program® Mom
Country: India
Child: Neil, 4 years old
Diagnosis: Autism
“Sean is great—always clear, funny and
enjoyable to listen to. He is always caring.”
Name: Kathy B.
Occupation: Son-Rise Program® Mom
State: New Jersey
Child: Carter, 6 years old
Diagnosis: PDD
Teacher Reviews - Raun Kaufman
“What an incredible night. Wow! Raun is full
of energy, excitement and enthusiasm. I was locked
in from the moment he started talking. All I kept
thinking was, ‘I hope my son grows up to be
a fine young man just like him.’ Brilliant!”
Name: Pam R.
Occupation: Son-Rise Program Mom
State: California
Child: Kelsey, 6 years old
Diagnosis: Autism
“Raun is a great person with a great message.
He is confident, loving, visionary, committed, flexible,
friendly, inspiring and congruent.”
Name: Vikki M.
Occupation: Housewife
Country: Hong Kong
Child: Cheng, 6 years old
Diagnosis: PDD
“Raun is so very down-to-earth. I love his
approach to the curriculum. The Option Process®
Dialogue part of the class was very well done and
very clear.”
Name: Ericka P.
Occupation: Recreational Therapist
State: Texas
Child: 12 years old
Diagnosis: Autism
“Sensational! I love Raun. He is so inspirational!”
Name: Kheng-Pong T.
Occupation: Sales Manager
Country: Malaysia
Child: Yoke-Fang, 10 years old
Diagnosis: Autism
“Fascinating—an amazing character with
a good sense of humor. It was great to meet him.”
Name: Kelly C.
Occupation: Homemaker
Country: England
Child: 8 years old
Diagnosis: Autism
“Raun is amazing. His talks are focused, clear
and funny.”
Name: Barbara T.
Occupation: Son-Rise Program® Mom
State: Indiana
Child: Andreas, 12 years old
Diagnosis: Autism Spectrum Disorder
Teacher Reviews - Beverly Haberman
“Beverly provided an incredibly useful session
on The Option Process® Dialogue and the mentoring
process. Her natural ease is inspiring.”
Name: Cheri H.
Occupation: Homemaker
Country: England
Child: Sam, 4 years old
Diagnosis: Autism
“Gentle, yet full of knowledge. In less than
an hour, Beverly had an amazing impact!”
Name: Randa H.
Occupation: Homemaker
Country: Australia
Child: Richard, 4 years old
Diagnosis: Developmental Delay
“Beverly is very effective in clearly communicating
The Option Process® Dialogue and taking the mystery
out of it.”
Name: Linda B.
Occupation: Homemaker
State: Illinois
Child: Beau, 5 years old
Diagnosis: PDD
“With Beverly’s guidance, I took something
I thought was going to be difficult and made it as
easy as buttering toast!”
Name: Tim K.
Occupation: Homemaker
State: Minnesota
Child: Thomas, 3 years old
Diagnosis: Autism
“Very clear and precise. Beverly took the mystique
out of The Option Process® Dialogue and made it
into something you can do at any time.”
Name: Robin T.
Occupation: Company Director
Country: England
Child: Susie, 9 years old
Diagnosis: Autism
“Beverly was great! She provided clear, energetic
responses to questions and shared good insights.”
Name: Lisa G.
Occupation: Administrator of Healthcare Facility
State: California
Child: Geena, 5 years old
Diagnosis: Asperger’s Syndrome
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