Success Stories
Here’s What Our Clients Have To Say:
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Shana helps you to dig into deeper aspects of writing without making it feel heavy or like work.
Erin Sudduth
Owner of Plot Twist Coaching
Our Published Authors
Rachel C. Patterson
Gone but Not Forgotten: An Interactive Guide For Capturing Memories
Fran Gardner
Artists Will Find a Way: A Studio Navigation Guide
I've always liked writing but didn't know where to begin. Shana helped me capture my authentic words and connect them, so that they can be read by all inside a beautiful book.
I met a new friend at a Christmas party and 3 months later my book was published. Shana, Cindy and their excellent team gently guided me through the process, assuring me that I was ready, that my book was ready. The end result was more than I could have imagined. These skillful and intuitive women understand how to work with us to get our words and ideas into the world. I am forever grateful for a serendipitous meeting at a party that brought me into this world where I am now a published author, working on my next book.
Rachel C. Patterson
Gone but Not Forgotten: An Interactive Guide for Capturing Memories
"I've always liked writing but didn't know where to begin. Shana helped me capture my authentic words and connect them, so that they can be read by all inside a beautiful book."
Fran Gardner
Artists Will Find a Way: A Studio Navigation Guide
I met a new friend at a Christmas party and 3 months later my book was published. Shana, Cindy and their excellent team gently guided me through the process, assuring me that I was ready, that my book was ready. The end result was more than I could have imagined. These skillful and intuitive women understand how to work with us to get our words and ideas into the world. I am forever grateful for a serendipitous meeting at a party that brought me into this world where I am now a published author, working on my next book.
Cindy Urbanski
Evolving from the Roots: The Magic in the Work
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Getting Schooled on Resistance: An Exploration of Clashing Narratives in Urban School Reform
Cindy Urbanski
Evolving from the Roots: The Magic in the Work
and
Getting Schooled on Resistance: An Exploration of Clashing Narratives in Urban School Reform
Though Evolving From the Roots marks book 7 for me and I wrote a few non-research, personal pieces for the 2 collaborative books, this one is by far scariest and most real writing I have ever put into the world. Shana and team, not to mention the powerful writers in our bi-monthly writing group, believed in me when I didn’t believe in myself, and reminded me of the power of my words and my story!
I never could have reclaimed [Getting Schooled on Resistance] without Shana’s amazing encouragement, coaching and support. And then Melisa made it SO very beautiful! Team Synergy for the win!
Getting Schooled on Resistance is for any person who loves a child and cares about the state of education. Getting Schooled is especially relevant in the post-pandemic K-12 classroom. While much has changed on the surface with the addition of Chromebooks at every desk and remote learning days at the ready, the “programs” being trotted out are the same. They ask students for rote memorization. They ask students to do as they are told. They ask students to give back the exact information given to them. Teachers and students and even administrators who resist by thinking critically and, heaven forbid, outside of the box are marked as “wrong” and “bad” and a “problem.” Connect with Cindy
at cindy@cindyurbanski.com
and check out ways to work with her on her website
Cindyurbanski.com
Jody O'Dell
You Don't Need Bangs, You Need a Life Coach!: Embrace Your Journey, Overcome Obstacles, and Create a Life You Love
The invaluable support and guidance provided by my coaches, Shana and Cindy, were instrumental in the creation of my book. They offered a unique blend of encouragement, expert advice, and constructive feedback that helped me navigate the complexities of writing, from initial concept to final draft. Their experience and insights into both the creative and technical aspects of writing empowered me to refine my ideas, structure my narrative more effectively, and enhance the clarity and impact of my prose. Their unwavering belief in my potential as a writer gave me the confidence to persevere through challenges and to push the boundaries of my creativity. Their mentorship was not just about improving my writing skills; it was also about helping me to discover and harness my unique voice and vision as an author.
Jody O'Dell
You Don't Need Bangs, You Need a Life Coach!: Embrace Your Journey, Overcome Obstacles, and Create a Life You Love
Karen Taylor
Learning to Respect My Strut: My Journey As a Woman Warrior
Deciding to self-publish with Shana’s program was the best decision I could’ve made. The support and expertise are unrivaled.
Tonya Reid
US Hairways: Snippets from a Hairdresser's Journey
I've had a book twirling around in my soul forever. No way, no how would this be coming to fruition without being involved in this community.
Wendy Mersch
Learning to Receive
Joining the Embodied Writing Program with Shana has brought joy back to my writing. We all have different styles of writing and I now believe as long as I write from my heart the words will continue to flow. Growth, clarity, and freedom… This is what I have received from this program. Thank you, Shana!
Juliet Kuehnle
Who You Callin' Crazy?: The Journey from Stigma to Therapy
Shana is the reason my words, through this book, exist in the world today. I never would've taken the plunge - and seen it all the way through- without her encouragement, guidance, cheerleading, and support. Through Shana and her program, I got to connect with my own words on a deeper level and find the courage to share them with others in a way that is truly aligned for me. She allowed me to feel empowered and incredibly cared for throughout our work together. I am eternally grateful for Shana's ideas, responsiveness, attention to detail, and excitement that she shares with and for me. Her program is one of a kind!
Hannah Setzer
I'll Pray for You: And Other Outrageous Things Said to Disabled People
I am so grateful for Shana and her amazing team (special shout out to Cindy!) Shana had such patience and grace with me as I bounced ideas off her before even being her client and then when we hit some unexpected roadblocks along the way she so kindly let me process them, gave me advice, and ultimately helped make my dream of writing a memoir a reality. Her team has made me such a better writer and helped make my book so much more than I ever thought it could be and I cannot wait to start book two and work with Shana and her team again!
Melissa Panara
Life is Written in Pencil: Finding Your Best Life in Plans B through Z
The team at Synergy helped this brand new writer turn a little heartfelt poem into an entire book. They saw what I couldn’t yet see, and walked me through organizing my ideas, finding my voice, and ultimately writing a book of which I am so proud.
Laura Wieck
The BodyMind Method: A 4-Part Framework for Embodied Entrepreneurs to Grow their Income and Impact
As somebody who has literally been “writing her book” for at least five years now, stepping into working with Shana and the Embodied Writing Program was a game changer. For the longest time, what I thought writing a book was supposed to look like really got in the way of me truly writing my book. And, what I think was amazing about Shana and the process is [she] helped me find my way to write the book. With [her] coaching, [she] really helped me embody the message that was asking to come through and give me the support that brought the words out in a way that really felt aligned. There was still effort. There was still stretching myself. And, because it was so grounded in the embodiment practice… it felt like an expression of my truest self... Thank you, Shana!
Halinka Prevett
Vulnerably Authentic: A Journey to Being Ok
As a coach I know the impact of walking alongside a client, working with them to align with possibility, however, writing a book seemed daunting, impossible, something only to exist in my dreams.
With Shana’s guidance I learned writing is more than putting words to paper, but is an extension to who I am. She taught me how to shift from trying to force the words to fully embodying the message I have to share. With Shana’s coaching I can now claim, I am an author.
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Though Evolving From the Roots marks book 7 for me and I wrote a few non-research, personal pieces for the 2 collaborative books, this one is by far scariest and most real writing I have ever put into the world. Shana and team, not to mention the powerful writers in our bi-monthly writing group, believed in me when I didn’t believe in myself, and reminded me of the power of my words and my story!
I never could have reclaimed [Getting Schooled on Resistance] without Shana’s amazing encouragement, coaching and support. And then Melisa made it SO very beautiful! Team Synergy for the win!
Getting Schooled on Resistance
is for any person who loves a child and cares about the state of education.
Getting Schooled
is especially relevant in the post-pandemic K-12 classroom. While much has changed on the surface with the addition of Chromebooks at every desk and remote learning days at the ready, the “programs” being trotted out are the same. They ask students for rote memorization. They ask students to do as they are told. They ask students to give back the exact information given to them. Teachers and students and even administrators who resist by thinking critically and, heaven forbid, outside of the box are marked as “wrong” and “bad” and a “problem.” Connect with Cindy at
cindy@cindyurbanski.com
and check out ways to work with her on her website Cindyurbanski.com
The invaluable support and guidance provided by my coaches, Shana and Cindy, were instrumental in the creation of my book. They offered a unique blend of encouragement, expert advice, and constructive feedback that helped me navigate the complexities of writing, from initial concept to final draft. Their experience and insights into both the creative and technical aspects of writing empowered me to refine my ideas, structure my narrative more effectively, and enhance the clarity and impact of my prose. Their unwavering belief in my potential as a writer gave me the confidence to persevere through challenges and to push the boundaries of my creativity. Their mentorship was not just about improving my writing skills; it was also about helping me to discover and harness my unique voice and vision as an author.
Karen Taylor
Learning to Respect My Strut: My Journey As a Woman Warrior
Tonya Reid
US Hairways: Snippets from a Hairdresser's Journey
Deciding to self-publish with Shana’s program was the best decision I could’ve made. The support and expertise are unrivaled.
I've had a book twirling around in my soul forever. No way, no how would this be coming to fruition without being involved in this community.
Juliet Kuehnle
Who You Callin' Crazy?: The Journey from Stigma to Therapy
Hannah Setzer
I'll Pray for You: And Other Outrageous Things Said to Disabled People
Shana is the reason my words, through this book, exist in the world today. I never would've taken the plunge - and seen it all the way through- without her encouragement, guidance, cheerleading, and support. Through Shana and her program, I got to connect with my own words on a deeper level and find the courage to share them with others in a way that is truly aligned for me. She allowed me to feel empowered and incredibly cared for throughout our work together. I am eternally grateful for Shana's ideas, responsiveness, attention to detail, and excitement that she shares with and for me. Her program is one of a kind!
I am so grateful for Shana and her amazing team (special shout out to Cindy!) Shana had such patience and grace with me as I bounced ideas off her before even being her client and then when we hit some unexpected roadblocks along the way she so kindly let me process them, gave me advice, and ultimately helped make my dream of writing a memoir a reality. Her team has made me such a better writer and helped make my book so much more than I ever thought it could be and I cannot wait to start book two and work with Shana and her team again!
Melissa Panara
Life is Written in Pencil: Finding Your Best Life in Plans B through Z
Laura Wieck
The BodyMind Method: A 4-Part Framework for Embodied Entrepreneurs to Grow their Income and Impact
The team at Synergy helped this brand new writer turn a little heartfelt poem into an entire book. They saw what I couldn’t yet see, and walked me through organizing my ideas, finding my voice, and ultimately writing a book of which I am so proud.
As somebody who has literally been “writing her book” for at least five years now, stepping into working with Shana and the Embodied Writing Program was a game changer. For the longest time, what I thought writing a book was supposed to look like really got in the way of me truly writing my book. And, what I think was amazing about Shana and the process is [she] helped me find my way to write the book. With [her] coaching, [she] really helped me embody the message that was asking to come through and give me the support that brought the words out in a way that really felt aligned. There was still effort. There was still stretching myself. And, because it was so grounded in the embodiment practice… it felt like an expression of my truest self... Thank you, Shana!
Halinka Prevett
Vulnerably Authentic: A Journey to Being Ok
Wendy Mersh
Learning to Receive
As a coach I know the impact of walking alongside a client, working with them to align with possibility, however, writing a book seemed daunting, impossible, something only to exist in my dreams. With Shana’s guidance I learned writing is more than putting words to paper, but is an extension to who I am. She taught me how to shift from trying to force the words to fully embodying the message I have to share. With Shana’s coaching I can now claim, I am an author.
Joining the Embodied Writing Program with Shana has brought joy back to my writing. We all have different styles of writing and I now believe as long as I write from my heart the words will continue to flow. Growth, clarity, and freedom… This is what I have received from this program. Thank you, Shana!
Coming Soon:
Upcoming Authors
As a freelancer writer, I don't have coworkers and sometimes struggle with the lack of a sounding board for ideas. Joining the writing group gave me colleagues who offer the constructive criticism I need to thrive.
Melisa Graham
Freelance Writer
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This program helped me finally take the leap and first steps to start writing my words. It provided a safe space to write “shitty first drafts”, get immediate feedback and build my confidence to speak my story out loud for the first time. So thankful I took a chance on ME!
Kristin Bowen
Owner of Legendary Mind & Body
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I'm a teacher, which also means I can be a terrible student. Thankfully, I landed under the tutelage of Shana and Cindy, who pushed without being pushy and helped me turn my writing hobby into a living, growing, productive entity. It's an integral part of my writing classes to teach my students that they have a voice, but sometimes I forget to use my own. As part of the Embodied Writing Experience, Shana's leadership during writing workshops and Cindy's editing suggestions and guidance provided just the right combination to help me be vocal.
Amanda Soesbee Kent
English Teacher
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