"Recently, I had the pleasure of working with Mrs. Houben. The Finding Meaning Project was born out of a collaborative effort between staff at Jackson Memorial Perdue Medical Center and Mrs. Houben. The goal was to understand the feelings of loneliness expressed by some nursing home residents. Mrs. Houben was extremely helpful in assessing the needs of our Residents. Her ability to gather information and then present staff with techniques and programs ideas was impressive. Everyone involved appreciated her kind, caring and professional persona. Our experience working with Mrs. Houben was a valuable one. "

Janie Solano, CTRS - Supervisor, Recreation Therapy Jackson Memorial Perdue Medical Center, Miami, Fl

"In her seminar “The Meaning of Memories at the End of Life” Ms. Houben has provided information to health care professionals across the country that allows them to assist their patients and the community to the best of their ability. Through research and professional experience, Ms. Houben is able to inform students and professionals about strategies, in the areas of spiritual and emotional needs, that are best suitable in various circumstances as well as techniques that target the needs of different cultures. Her dedication to health care education provides us with resources that helps us better ourselves, patient care, and improve our efforts to assist those in need. We are honored to have her on our team and look forward to continuing our joint endeavor."

Emma Carreon, M.A. - University of Texas Health Science Center – San Antonio

"Ligia has written continuing education modules for our nutrition and nursing departments focusing on the ethical and emotional perspectives. She was outstanding in her professional approach to all assignments and submitted them on a timely basis. Furthermore, she was a JOY to work with as she has a kind and creative spirit that is refreshing to the soul. I recommend Ligia highly for future projects with other companies."

Kathy J. Shattler, M.S,RD - Director, Nutrition and Dietetics Division

"Ligia Houben is truly one of the finest practitioners in her field. If you have the opportunity to experience her skills for your personal development and healing, I strongly recommend you take it."

Janis Ericson, Director of Lightwork Seminars, Intl

"Ligia is an amazing life coach. She gently and skillfully guided me to places within me that I never thought I could reach. The changes and shifts in my life as a result of Ligia's coaching have been profound and I am forever grateful to her."

Bobbie B. Wisconsin

“Thanks for everything!! You are a wonderful coach. I feel very blessed that you picked me to coach. You have brought new perspectives to some difficult areas in my life. I look forward to using some of my newly discovered insights to have a richer more meaningful life."

Vickie G.

"Your class was a very life changing event for me; it helped me in many ways and I am forever grateful to you, and your spirit.

You are doing great work for humanity in your teachings, and since leaving your class I have felt a strong drive to follow in your path…helping others through transitions, transforming and redirecting energies, enriching ourselves and others."

Carol M., Former student of a class on Death and Dying

"Prof. Houben offers a clear, concise and straight forward approach to religion. That clear and concise delivery of text, lessons and lectures is free from bias and very complimentary to what is being taught. It has been a pleasure knowing Prof. Houben."

Joseph Gebara, Former student of a class on World Religions

"I want to take this opportunity to thank you again for taking the time to speak at the Alzheimer’s disease educational session here at The Wein Center. The knowledge that you gave to the group was invaluable. The participants were deeply moved by your presentation and the spiritual helps that you provided."

Graciela M. Fowler, LCSW

"The seminar “Your Attitude reflects your Aptitude” was very enlightening and inspiring. I am incorporating tips learned in my daily routine and reflecting upon them more positively. Thanks Mrs. Ligia M. Houben."

Patricia Diaz Medicaid Benefits Counselor - Alliance for Aging

Thanks for coming and teach us practical things that will help us in our daily path in all aspects of life. Definitely, it is good to stop and reflect on our attitudes, and make a change, in order to get results on our aptitudes. It will do no good just to hear and do not do, but to hear and act. Personally, I believe it was excellent, and also many of them as a Christian, I do them, as they are written in the Word. Thanks, again, as your way of teaching reaches out.

Esperanza Benitez - Information & Referral Specialist - Alliance for Aging

“Ligia embodies a holistic, whole-hearted approach to caring guidance and coaching…ultimately helping you to overcome and transform into your authentic and natural self. She allows the transitions of life to flow beautifully into a place of empowerment and understanding.”

Nick Bosk, Stress & Anxiety Mentor Coach & Trainer

"Ligia Houben is a remarkable young woman with a passion for those who seek meaning, hope and faith in the midst of living, dying and grieving. She also has done great work in knocking down the walls and bringing people closer to the needs and sorrows of Spanish speaking people."

Rev. Richard B. Gilbert, PhD, CT, executive director, The World Pastoral Care Center.

"I know Ligia (Houben) both as a personal friend and professional. She is one of the most compassionate persons I have ever known. Her understanding of bereavement and religion is evidenced - based and complemented with great care , compassion, and unique enthusiasm. This blend makes her an outstanding educator and counselor, capable of touching students and anyone in need of help alike. Ligia Houben has deep knowledge of the human soul, and she uses it to help others heal and transform. Knowing Ligia will definitely enrich your life and enhance its meaning!"

Myriam Gerstein, L.C.S.W., C.A.P.

"Since Ligia Houben was a student in my Religious Issues in Death and Dying class almost a decade ago, she has worked tirelessly to acquire the education, knowledge, and experience to provide caring and expert assistance to those who wish to become better able to deal with the vexing issues humans beings face at the end of life. I can think of no one I know who is better qualified based on her personal qualities and training to do just that than Ligia. As a gerontologist, I am especially happy that she has specialized in providing services to older persons and those who work with them. With the aging of our population over the next several decades, the need for what Ligia Houben is so qualified to provide is critical."

Stephen Sapp, MDiv, PhD, Professor and Chair, Department of Religious Studies, University of Miami - Coral Gables , Florida

"Having recently attended Ligia's presentation at the International ADEC conference on Death and Dying, I can attest to her expertise and genuine love of people and culture. Ligia is the voice and heart for Hispanics in the field of thanatology. Ligia's deep understanding and sensitivity of Hispanic culture make her a sought after speaker among fellow thanatologists. As a Latina, I felt that Ligia was able to respectfully educate the attendees as to the needs present among Hispanics as a whole, and remind us the importance of acknowledging and celebrating the differences among the individual Latin populations."

Angelica Fajardo, CT, Certified Thanatologist, Association for Death Education & Counseling, Southern CA Chapter, Vice President

“I recently attended Ligia’s presentation “Understanding How Latinos Express Grief and Loss” at the annual ADEC conference. Her presentation was very informative and applicable to my work at a hospice in Central California. Her expertise in the uniqueness of rituals around death in various Latin American countries was very enlightening. She has a warm and engaging style and her passion for teaching was evident. Her insights have helped to further develop my cultural sensitivity and understanding of the grieving styles in the Latino population.”

Stacy Fazio, Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Hinds Hospice Center for Grief and Loss

“I just want to thank you for everything you have done for us. You really inspired a lot of us. I know that as for me, I fell better and much more aware about life and death….I feel better that I took this class….You have no idea how much I appreciate you. Nicole.”

Former Student of a class on Death and Dying”