“I met Alyssa through the Association of SP Educators (ASPE) GTA/MUTA Special Interest Group (SIG). Alyssa’s contributions to the dialogue in those meetings helped me see her as an experienced educator who built considered systems to support inclusion and empowerment in the training environment. So, when I was looking for someone to train me both to teach the breast/chest, speculum and bimanual exams with my own body without a facilitator, and how to train others to do the same, Alyssa was the first and ultimately only person I approached. I worked with Alyssa over the course of 4 meetings – 3 remote sessions and 1 full in-person day. I left the trainings more confident in the skills I already had, with new language and practices to add nuance and specificity to our teaching, and with a curriculum and training plan I could adapt to meet the needs of my home program. Beyond the training, I have found in Alyssa a mentor and fellow traveler. I enjoy discussing practice and process with her, and know she supports and improves best practices in the field.” 

— Catherine G., University of Pittsburgh

“The training I received from Alyssa was the best I have yet had the pleasure of participating in. She created a tone of solid collaboration and support while making sure everyone could give their best and contribute to the team. Everyone was appreciated for their effort and improved greatly from wherever they began. We all felt well prepared to meet the needs of the learners and to continue raising the quality of our skills with each exam we taught. She is a forward thinker and by tirelessly working for the best experience of everyone for each exam she is clearly invested in creating ever better conditions for the field of female gynecological health.”

— Madelon G., Oregon Health & Science University

“Alyssa is an incredible asset to every program she interacts with. She works tirelessly to make sure that everyone feels comfortable and oriented.” 

— Amica H., Oregon Health & Science University

“Alyssa trains with compassion and safety at the top of her priorities. I cannot say enough positive things about the knowledge, authenticity, and warmth that Alyssa brings to her training.” 

— Savannah H., Oregon Health & Science University