Testimonials & Voices

Feedback, sorted by context: Teaching, Couple Counselling, Individual Guidance, and Business Strategy.

1. For Teaching & Courses (IFS)

This feedback refers to the IFS trainings I have led.

On Teaching Method

Dr. MB ("Complex contexts")

I teach at the university myself and know how difficult it is to present information in a simple, digestible way without oversimplifying. That's why it is impressive to see how easily Lucas conveys very complex contexts. I asked many questions, from Parts Work to education, and always received a more comprehensive, deeper understanding of my questions. Lucas has the ability to link and systematize things, so that new possibilities arise.

Katrin Tuppinger, Coach (All questions answered)

I am impressed by Lucas's ability to present complex topics in a structured and playful way. The content taught was extremely helpful. Additionally, all questions were answered quickly and in detail. Thank you, Lucas.

Thomas, Therapist (Didactically excellently structured)

Your course is fantastic. It is didactically excellently structured, and you have a talent for explaining things in an entertaining, logical, and precise way. This allowed me to learn a great deal.

Jason Berv, Ph.D., Executive Coach

Lucas is an outstanding teacher! I greatly appreciate his methods, as they make a potentially complex topic much easier to understand. His video materials, his astonishing drawings, and all the experiential exercises make learning with Lucas both captivating and effective. He breaks things down in a way that makes Parts Work digestible and enjoyable. I also love that Lucas brings in his own insights from his extensive experience, his unique view on Parts Work, and fresh perspectives, which I find very stimulating and wonderfully practical. I highly recommend his courses.

On Course Atmosphere & Impact

Beata ("Wonderful transformation processes")

Exploring my inner world with the IFS tools has initiated wonderful transformation processes. I was repeatedly surprised by how many resources and wisdom I have within me. It is wonderful to discover that I can be my own therapist. I am very grateful to Lucas for teaching me the IFS work. He is an excellent facilitator who lovingly guided the group. This course will teach you the most important tools to work with yourself.

Anja Weber Vorrath, Heilpraktikerin (Self-love discovered)

If you want to develop a loving and accepting understanding of yourself and a better understanding of your Self, then you are exactly right here. Self-efficacy can be learned or re-remembered here in a benevolent way. The impact on everyday actions and situations is clearly noticeable. I rediscovered self-love here.

Geraldine, Coach (Passion and knowledge)

I have now completed the foundation and advanced courses. Lucas's courses are excellent in content and value for money. His passion and knowledge for Parts Work are clearly visible. The pace of the course was ideal for me - I had a basic understanding, and through the course, I learned a great deal about myself and my parts. At the same time, I was able to practice a lot with other participants. I highly recommend these courses if you want to learn Parts Work.

Karin Hutter, Coach ("Open and compassionate connection")

Lucas has a true talent for conveying complex things in a simple, illustrative way. In doing so, he never loses focus on what is truly important, namely enabling an open and compassionate connection with oneself and among the participants. This way, we as participants created a healing space among us, which I greatly enjoyed.

Claudia

Lucas facilitates a safe space to walk the path with IFS that is right for the person being guided. Despite this wonderful and incredibly helpful IFS approach, he is also always aware of the concept's limitations, or willing to discuss them. Likewise, the question of what truly belongs to me and what are self-defense strategies of protectors, or: To what extent am I allowed to learn to accept myself as I am, and when does optimization and conditioning along societal norms begin through coaching?

Tara

Parts Work with Lucas dives into the inner cosmos that wishes to be revealed. Lucas guides the coach with precise language and reverence as a foundation for the act of witnessing and nurturing. The pendulum swing from the seat of Consciousness, which embodies qualities and resources, to the parts with their qualities creates a reality. The unfolding of both through this movement leads to resilience in the system, which is the profound gift of this relationship. Lucas's guidance and experience are essential to arrive at the acceptance that is crucial for this undertaking, a felt sense of identity and resilience.

Tara

Lucas guides the coach with precise language and reverence. He moves beyond the stereotypical perspectives on healing and inner work, based on a deep understanding of coaching, blended with acceptance and gentleness.

Brittani

I've attended several IFS courses, and this one stands out. What makes it different is the access to Lucas and Anita, who bring years of practical experience. I am especially grateful for the space to explore the nuances that inevitably surface in IFS coaching sessions and for the existential conversations you can't have anywhere else. The course goes beyond pure technique – it invites deep reflection on what healing truly means, how we set goals, and the nature of the coach-client relationship. It hasn't just broadened my thinking about coaching and IFS – it has changed me as a coach.

Heather Maples, Therapist ("An excellent teacher")

I attended Lucas's course as a therapist to deepen my understanding of IFS. Lucas was an excellent teacher, and I learned a lot. It felt like much more than just a course, but rather like a community. Thank you, and I look forward to many more courses.

2. For Couple Counselling

She, 35

“Couple counselling with Lucas gives hope. And that was the best breeding ground for change for us. After destructive dynamics had established themselves for years and the climate in our relationship became increasingly hostile, we needed hope, foresight, and possibilities. We found all of that with Lucas. He gave us practical and perfectly tailored tools to effectively defuse everyday conflict situations. In an empathetic and at the same time light manner, Lucas opened our eyes with his knowledge and experience to a new way of thinking about intimate relationships. This encouraged us, refreshed us, and gradually led us into a togetherness of goodwill and appreciation.”

He, 48

“When we first met with Lucas, our relationship situation was not rosy. Through his grounded, rested manner and scientifically-sound methodology, he gave us new hope, meaningful skills, and step-by-step instructions on how to handle conflicts better. When we recently discussed our issues in the session with wit and ease, that was a great sign of our progress as a couple in love.”

3. For Individual Guidance & Coaching

This feedback refers to 1:1 work (Coaching, Circling, IFS).

Tom Kristensen, Denmark

Working with Lucas is profound and fun. Profound because he embodies strong presence and care. Fun because he's a great guy with a bright outlook on life. He has a unique way of bringing truth and a gift for helping you encounter vulnerable and deep parts of yourself.

Susi R., Germany

In our session, Lucas opened a space of clarity and love, so I was never afraid to show where I was. Through our work, I feel more whole and alive. I am grateful to Lucas and trust him deeply. I wholeheartedly recommend his work!

Miriam van Groen, Netherlands

Lucas is both warm and uncompromising. Working with him means loving challenges. He wants genuine, deep connection and nothing less. He will show up as himself in that connection and be deeply curious about you.

Matteus Lamers, Netherlands

I mostly experienced Lucas as a radiant, very carefree, and humorous being. When I am with him, I experience the world as a more exciting place where there is much space to explore and be "weird," or simply be all sorts of ways, most of which involve laughter. I was impressed by him and envious of him, and I would recommend being with him.

Martin Thobe, Germany

My coaching with Lucas led me to reconnect with my physical experience. My body speaks to me. And with that comes a lightness in my daily life. On this journey, it really helped me to be held by Lucas. He was incredibly attuned to the pace of my processes through a deep and empathic presence.

Deborah Scherz, Belgium

Lucas is great! He brings depth, simplicity, and clarity. During our connections, I always felt deeply held and seen. I respect his masculine presence and the insights he has given me. What I love most is Lucas's sense of humor. He has the unique quality of bringing lightness and joy. Even while doing deep work with people.

Jayne Jones, United Kingdom

Working with Lucas is being with someone who is deeply playful. Completely embodied in the aliveness of his own experience, he meets every challenge with an acceptance for the alchemy of our shared experience. And it is precisely in this profoundly human connection that transformation happens.

Barbara Samson, Canada

Lucas has a thoughtful, creative, energized way of working that always seems to be a step or two ahead of me. My experience is that big things happen in connection with him. Every session has been unique and led me deeper into the trust that Lucas has no vision of a “better Barbara.” I move as I need to, delighted by my progress.

4. For Business Strategy

Ruth Toledo Altschuler

At a crucial point in my professional life, I was blessed by the clarity and encouragement I received from Lucas Forstmeyer during the session he offered to help me prepare. His ability to truly LISTEN and truly SEE me, to see my story, what I have accomplished, and my strengths, was quite extraordinary. Lucas Forstmeyer was extremely precise in pointing out the most relevant and important points: he helped me define my main strengths with clarity and helped me own them! As we spoke, Lucas took notes and drew diagrams, and that brings everything to life in visual form, which is so helpful, especially for me as I am a very visual person. We don't often get the opportunity to be seen quite like that and to be encouraged to bring forth our best. I greatly value his work and am determined to turn to him again as I continue to develop my offerings and products. I highly recommend that you do the same!

Liesel Teversham

I recently had a session with Lucas Forstmeyer. I've always enjoyed his energy wherever he shows up... and I truly loved this personal time with him! I wasn't entirely sure what to talk about and just started with what I have... how I've been working with clients using EFT and GallupStrengths so far. Lucas used his incredibly practiced and refined listening skills to capture what he heard me say in visuals. He drew, asked thought-provoking questions, helped me think deeper about aspects of my work. For example... what is it that people REALLY take away from my "Strengths" work. By the end of the hour, there was a miraculous new offering possibility! Something I had never considered before... And I was really excited about it! He immediately gave me the PDF with all the drawings he had made, so I can easily refer back to it. Lucas has a wonderful talent for seeing and hearing what is already there, showing it in visual form, and putting it together in a new and interesting way. He is a fabulous listener, and it is fun and safe to be with him. If you wanted to experience his business strategy work, I highly recommend a session with Lucas. Thank you, Lucas!

Ursa Barnes Swensen

I recently had a business strategy session with Lucas Forstmeyer. He applied his deep listening skills to my apparent rambling about what I want to establish in my business but have been stuck on for so long. And through his visualizations, it became clear. He helped me see that it could be a multi-step process, and I launched the first step that very same week. After being stuck for so long, it was suddenly much clearer, and I knew exactly where to start. Thank you, Lucas Forstmeyer... this is such a gift, and I'm sure many people will receive clarity and vision to move forward through your gentle guidance.

5. For YouTube Videos

(Anonymous)

I just wanted to take a moment to thank you. I've consumed a lot of your content lately and am truly grateful for the work you do. The care, insight, and service you bring to the community are inspiring, and it's clear how much impact your efforts have on those you reach. I deeply appreciate your dedication and the way you show up for others. Keep up the great work, the work you do is important and makes a real difference.