Wall of Love

Kind words from Colleagues

Lauren Borkowski's avatar

I joined Haven to find a thoughtful, supportive, and strategic space to learn, connect, and intentionally build content and services that align with my values and support the kind of work and life I want to create.

- Lauren Borkowski • Licensed Professional Counselor
Helen Bass's avatar

I decided to join because I recently encountered a life-altering series of events - sudden death of high school teacher, parents encountering health problems, grandmother nearing death. These series of events caused me to ponder - how do I create shifts in my life that produce real meaning and life? I am so thankful for the work Haven does in bringing about community with others!

- Helen Bass • Mental Health Therapist and Writer
Megha Pulianda, PhD's avatar

When I first met Mel, I quickly knew we would become friends. I appreciated the way his calm confidence allowed others to shine in a room. I also knew I had so much to learn from him. That's why I'm so eager to connect with other professionals who are seeking more from their entrepreneurial relationships. Haven seems like a great place to learn, build, hone, and share.

- Megha Pulianda, PhD • Owner
Michelle Richardson, MSW, LCSW's avatar

I joined Haven because Melvin has the gift of building learning communities with grounded energy and values. I have participated in his previous mastermind program where I gained clarity on my vision and goals and have taken slow and steady steps towards achieving those goals. Haven is not a mad dash to the end, but an opportunity to continue to be supported all along the journey!

- Michelle Richardson, MSW, LCSW • Director of Operations
Melissa Tiessen's avatar

I made the intentional decision to join Haven because I knew I needed to be part of a therapist-informed community, versus a general ‘business building’ program. Even more so, I resonate with Mel’s thoughtful approach to doing meaningful work and the values behind Haven that support doing work that aligns with what matters to me, in a way that respects my own capacity. And I appreciate knowing that I am sure to be with like-minded individuals.

- Melissa Tiessen • Clinical Psychologist
Tiffini Sharifi, LPC's avatar

I decided to join Haven after greatly benefitting from being part of the STC mastermind. The Mastermind helped me build a business that truly supports both the work I want to do and my life and family responsibilities. I’ve seen real growth personally and as a business owner and I’ve deeply valued the community of clinicians and practice owners. Being surrounded by thoughtful, like-minded peers has been a meaningful part of why Haven feels like the right next step for me.

- Tiffini Sharifi, LPC • Private Practice Owner
Keren Sofer's avatar

I am a new participant but longtime follower of Melvin and his podcast. When the email about Haven reached my inbox, it came at the perfect moment: I want to expand my reach as a psychologist who works with and teaches about shame and to do so with earnestness and humility. The best word that comes to mind to describe why I took the leap to sign up is integrity: I felt this quality infused in Melvin’s approach. Pair that with the community he’s nurtured and I’m confident this will be a true growth opportunity for me.

- Keren Sofer • Psychologist
Lauren Borkowski's avatar

I joined Haven to find a thoughtful, supportive, and strategic space to learn, connect, and intentionally build content and services that align with my values and support the kind of work and life I want to create.

- Lauren Borkowski • Licensed Professional Counselor
Helen Bass's avatar

I decided to join because I recently encountered a life-altering series of events - sudden death of high school teacher, parents encountering health problems, grandmother nearing death. These series of events caused me to ponder - how do I create shifts in my life that produce real meaning and life? I am so thankful for the work Haven does in bringing about community with others!

- Helen Bass • Mental Health Therapist and Writer
Megha Pulianda, PhD's avatar

When I first met Mel, I quickly knew we would become friends. I appreciated the way his calm confidence allowed others to shine in a room. I also knew I had so much to learn from him. That's why I'm so eager to connect with other professionals who are seeking more from their entrepreneurial relationships. Haven seems like a great place to learn, build, hone, and share.

- Megha Pulianda, PhD • Owner
Michelle Richardson, MSW, LCSW's avatar

I joined Haven because Melvin has the gift of building learning communities with grounded energy and values. I have participated in his previous mastermind program where I gained clarity on my vision and goals and have taken slow and steady steps towards achieving those goals. Haven is not a mad dash to the end, but an opportunity to continue to be supported all along the journey!

- Michelle Richardson, MSW, LCSW • Director of Operations
Melissa Tiessen's avatar

I made the intentional decision to join Haven because I knew I needed to be part of a therapist-informed community, versus a general ‘business building’ program. Even more so, I resonate with Mel’s thoughtful approach to doing meaningful work and the values behind Haven that support doing work that aligns with what matters to me, in a way that respects my own capacity. And I appreciate knowing that I am sure to be with like-minded individuals.

- Melissa Tiessen • Clinical Psychologist
Tiffini Sharifi, LPC's avatar

I decided to join Haven after greatly benefitting from being part of the STC mastermind. The Mastermind helped me build a business that truly supports both the work I want to do and my life and family responsibilities. I’ve seen real growth personally and as a business owner and I’ve deeply valued the community of clinicians and practice owners. Being surrounded by thoughtful, like-minded peers has been a meaningful part of why Haven feels like the right next step for me.

- Tiffini Sharifi, LPC • Private Practice Owner
Keren Sofer's avatar

I am a new participant but longtime follower of Melvin and his podcast. When the email about Haven reached my inbox, it came at the perfect moment: I want to expand my reach as a psychologist who works with and teaches about shame and to do so with earnestness and humility. The best word that comes to mind to describe why I took the leap to sign up is integrity: I felt this quality infused in Melvin’s approach. Pair that with the community he’s nurtured and I’m confident this will be a true growth opportunity for me.

- Keren Sofer • Psychologist