Independent Facilitators
ORNCC provides the following only as information about people in these communities who like to share NVC in a group. This is not intented to serve as an endorsement or referral to any of the people listed. We suggest you check with each person individually to verify their background and experience.

Based in the Portland Region

Michelle De Lude, CH MNLP is a certified hypnotherapist and master practictioner of Neurolinguistic Programming (NLP) at Apositiva Counseling, Coaching and Training Center in Portland. She has been using Nonviolent Communication in her work with individuals and groups, and she has a passion for seeing NVC grow in corporate settings. She offers one-on-one personal change work to individuals and customized workshops for groups. She is a member of the ORNCC Portland core team and has served on the ORNCC board and governing council. She can be reached at Apositiva (503) 525-0595, by cell (503) 473-6871 or via e-mail.

Jim Hussey, LPC, is a licensed psychotherapist in Oregon and Washington that uses and teaches NVC in his private practice, in a mental health clinic, and to the public. Jim is pursuing certification with CNVC and has over 120 hours of training with certified trainers, including an intensive training 9 days with Dr Rosenberg. Jim has been meditating and teaching meditation for 31 years and continues to combine Mindfulness and NVC in his work. He offers 2 hour, 4 hour, and 7 hour workshops as well and individual consultation. "I consider myself a student rather than an expert and am eager and willing to work with others wanting to learn the language and lifestyle of Nonviolence." For groups, he enjoys receiving expenses plus $300 per day, and enjoys negotiating. Related services include Counseling for Individuals, Adolescents and Couples; Meditation and Mindfulness trainings, Post Traumatic Stress Therapy. Jim Hussey 503 740 7074.

Barbara MacKay is a certified professional facilitator© who regularly uses non-violent communication techniques with groups in conflict and in her own daily life. Barbara attended the 10 day retreat offered by Marshall Rosenberg in Washington in 2001 and has taken four other half to one day workshops with Marshall and/or Marshall's certified trainers. Barbara offers introductory NVC workshops for an honorarium to not for profit organizations or those wishing to start up NVC practice groups. Barbara specializes in conflict resolution or healing/grieving sessions for groups using a facilitative approach and the NVC model and language. She has created several two hour to full day training workshops on conflict transformation. She regularly conducts team-building and strategic planning sessions for groups of 5 to 300+. Her style is playful, productive and compassionate. North Star Facilitators 503 579 5708.

Kathy Marchant has dedicated herself to cultivating connection with self and others in ways that both inspire compassion and nurture community. She was executive director of an organization mentoring troubled teens when she discovered the power of Nonviolent Communication to help build and sustain quality relationships. Witnessing how this process transformed lives, Kathy dedicated herself to living and sharing the principles of NVC and now supports others in the practical day-to-day application and learning of the process. For over six years she has been facilitating adult practice groups and is currently leading several diverse groups weekly. In 2005 she took part in a 15-day Social Change Immersion with Marshall Rosenberg and practitioners from around the world and she continues to work on various NVC projects locally and globally. As a testament to the lasting value of her work, members of her original practice group still gather weekly. You can reach Kathy at 503-768-9008 or by email.

Stuart Watson, MPA, is the founder of ORNCC-Portland and the ORNCC State Coordinator. He has almost 600 hours experience with CNVC trainers, facilitated over 80 NVC intros and conflict resolution trainings, led several practice groups, and graduated from an NVC Yearlong Leadership Program. Stuart is a certified family mediator, with nearly a decade experience specializing in relationship and divorce mediation in Portland, Oregon through Progressive Mediation. Stuart provides introductory, daylong, or multiple session workshops on any facet of NVC or Conflict Resolution at $60-$100 per hour. Stuart offers mediation, NVC coaching, trainings in conflict resolution, group decision-making and multicultural awareness. He enjoys training activities that elicit the participant's wisdom and engages a variety of learning styles. Contact Stuart at Progressive Mediation or 503 453 6694.

Based in the Salem Region

Tim Buckley has been studying and working with NVC since 2003. Before that, he was trained in community mediation and the victim/offender reconciliation program (VORP). He has facilitated practice groups since 2004, both at introductory and intermediate levels. He and his partner Elaine Hultengren have also presented intro NVC workshops at the NW Annual Conference for Fellowship of Reconciliation and at Willamette University. In 2007, he was part of a year-long NVC Leadership program led by Susan Skye, in Portland. Tim Buckley

Elaine Hultengren has been studying and working with NVC since 2003. She has attended 5 workshops with Marshall Rosenberg, as well as other workshops with certified trainers. She has attended and facilitated practice groups since 2003, both at introductory and intermediate levels. She and her partner, Tim Buckley have also developed and presented intro NVC workshops at the NW Annual Conference for Fellowship of Reconciliation and at Willamette University. In 2007, she was part of a year-long NVC Leadership program led by Susan Skye, a certified NVC trainer in Portland, Oregon. Elaine Hultengren

Based in the Bend Region

Carol Delmonico Professional Life Coach and RN works with individuals who are confused or overwhelmed, and want to unearth their inspiration from within to begin moving forward in life with greater connection and authenticity. Carol utilizes the Compassionate Communication model which supports you to gain more clarity about your feelings and needs and connects you more deeply to yourself and others. She is enthusiastic about providing introduction to Compassionate Communication Workshops and workshops/classes on family relationships and food challenges using the Compassionate Communication model. Carol has been practicing and training in NVC since 2004. She facilitates and participates in local Compassionate Communication practice groups and would be happy to connect with you and give you more information about what she offers. Contact Carol at 541-389-0831 or visit her website Into Balance Coaching.

Katy Elliott, MA, MFT, is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who specializes in working with individuals and couples to improve self awareness, communication skills and quality of life. Katy holds a Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology and has studied with Marshall Rosenberg since beginning her work as a therapist in 1991. Katy incorporates the principles and practice of Compassionate Communication in her work. Additionally, she has post-graduate training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Spirituality. Contact Katy Elliott at 541-633-5704.

Bryn Hazell deeply enjoys providing workshops introducing individuals to Compassionate or Nonviolent Communication. She has participated in over 150 hours of training by Certified NVC Trainers, including the IIT in Bellingham, WA, in fall, 2001. She particularly likes providing training to groups of co-workers in organizations because they are then able to practice with each other and deepen their learning of NVC. She has facilitated practice groups and provided workshops since fall, 2002. Bryn is the Regional Coordinator for ORNCC in Bend and serves as secretary for the ORNCC Board. Fees for her workshops are negotiated and Bryn donates her compensation to nonprofit organizations, including the Women's Resource Center of Central Oregon, ORNCC and CNVC. Contact Bryn Hazell 541-549-1556.

Based in the Eugene Region

John Abbe has been learning & sharing NVC since 1998, and engaged in the Process Arts more generally going back to the early 90s. His training includes nine intensives in NVC; "It's one of the best processes i've found for inspiring a depth of compassion i first encountered in community in 1985. Recently i've consulted to communities, and led or co-led workshops in the U.S. and Europe. Earlier i was in Sri Lanka as part of the Sandhi Institute, and was also part of the team sharing NVC at Communication for Change in 2006, and (unofficially) the 2005 India CNVC intensive. Much of what i do is informal and organic - at Walnut St. Co-op where i live, and in all the relationships, organizations and networks i'm involved in. I'm especially interested to work with groups, and am also available for mediation, one-on-one tutoring/counselling, and facilitation." To explore further, see ourpla.net or e-mail John or call 541-484-1156.

Lisa-Marie DiVincent feels passionate about supporting people to use NVC as a strategy for getting their personal and interpersonal needs met. Since 1983, she has combined insight, compassion, and playfulness in her private practice as a therapist, facilitator, and counseling trainer. She has both enjoyed and endured countless hours with certified trainers, including BayNVC's year long Leadership Program. Currently she is a self-described rabble-rousing ORNCC Board member, and is also the administrator of two CNVC internet empathy groups. Lisa-Marie offers NVC coaching sessions to individuals, couples, and NVC teachers, as well as experiential presentations to groups and organizations. A donation is requested for these services, the amount to be determined by a mutually satisfying NVC dialogue. If you might like a phone consultation, a several day workshop, or anything in between, please contact her at Lisa-Marie DiVincent or 541 484 7366.

Michael Dreiling is a professor of Sociology at the University of Oregon, a co-founder of the Oregon Network for Compassionate Communication, and an active father of two children. He finds inspiration in the awareness that beneath every message, in every person stirs life-supporting motives. Using the tools of Nonviolent Communication, Michael wishes to support this "Giraffe" consciousness in human society. Michael has spent approximately 200 hours in NVC trainings, soaking in the technique and spirit of compassionate communication. In the last four years, Michael began earnestly sharing what he has learned with workshops, practice groups and by offering courses in NVC for teachers, activists, and students at the University of Oregon. Contact info for Michael is 541-345-7621 or his website.

Bev Hollander, RN, MS, HN-BC, has studied and practiced NVC since 2000 - countless hours spent in weekly practice groups as well more than 70 hours of education through certified NVC trainers. She has developed and offered workshops on a variety of topics including Imagery and Nonviolent Communication (NVC). She co-facilitates an ongoing group in NVC. Bev is also a Registered Nurse or 30 years and is a Board Certified Holistic Nurse which means she integrates Mind, Body and Spirit for healing in her client relationships. She works with clients who desire personal growth, healing and change. Bev has a bubbly and light style filled with compassion, humor and caring. She is sure to touch you in such a way as to help you feel more alive, centered and connected in your life. Her skills are numerous, her caring contagious and her ability to comfort awesome! Bev Hollander (541) 345-3772.

Meta Hough (the name rhymes with beta rough) offers practice groups, empathy circles, one-day workshops for 4-6 participants, and coaching for workshop assistants and practice group facilitators. She works in the Eugene area, and requests $20-$200/day for workshops. Since June 2000, she has attended about 70 days of training with certified CNVC trainers, and facilitated 2 day-long workshops, 3 empathy circles, and about 10 practice groups or classes 5-15 weeks in length. She produces the email newsletter "Eugene NVC News". Meta can be reached at Meta Hough or 541 689 0450.

Based in Tillamook

Karen Campbell is currently working for OYA as a Unit Coordinator/Asst Treatment Manager at Tillamook Youth Corrections Facility. She has previously worked for DOC as Life Skills Program Coordinator for Coffee Creek Correctional Facility. Prior to Coffee Creek Karen worked for 13 years at Oregon State Penitentiary as a Recreation Specialist and Correctional Officer. Nonviolent Communication is being taught and practiced in those facilities due in large part to her efforts. She was one of the founders of ORNCC and also served on the advisory board for Freedom Project, CNVC's prison in-reach program. Karen provides many other cognitive and leisure learning opportunities in her daily duties. She is a trained peer mediator and teaches dispute resolution and NVC on the job and off. Karen provides introductory NVC lectures in a variety of settings including professional/educational seminars, churches, and even Holistic Fairs in which she uses the Tarot Cups as a means of expressing the concepts. Karen M Campbell

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