“At the end of each session I felt lighter and lighter. By the 5th session I had stopped biting my fingernails ( a habit I had for 40 years) and felt empowered and free. I’m so happy I found the courage to look under the hood and so grateful for this work.”
—R., Evanston
“Qigong with Talya is SO nourishing. I’ve been taking her weekly class for over a year and continue to learn new practices and deepen practices we’ve done in the past. Her class challenges me to slow down and find a deeper sense of calm in the movements, something that carries over into my everyday life. Talya is a wonderful facilitator, full of knowledge, gentleness and quiet reverence for life and the practice of qi gong. Tuesdays with Talya is the way to start the day!"
— Crissy, Hawaii
“I came to Talya because I felt ready to address the anxiety I was experiencing on and off for many years. Through a process of Interactive Guided Imagery Talya led me to a place within myself where I saw what I was holding on to and how I was trying to control certain situations that ended up causing me a lot of stress and grief.
Talya gently supported me in the most loving and honest way through different experiences of releasing and becoming deeply responsible for meeting my own needs. I no longer felt like a victim to outside circumstances.
During the process I felt Talya’s unconditional acceptance and support. As she patiently and attentively listened and guided me, I became so much more aware and empowered to listen and follow my own inner voice. “
— S., Chicago
“I am so thankful for the practice of QiGong, especially under the gentle guidance and deep wisdom of Talya.
QiGong has helped me recognize the Light inside of myself and has allowed me to spend more time understanding my body, my breath and my mind. As someone who usually lives a fast-paced life, practicing QiGong gives me time to truly slow down and be with myself. Since beginning my practice over a year ago, I have learned more about my body and how deeply we are connected to Nature. I have discovered deeper inner peace and a deeper love for myself and my body.
Talya leads with gentleness and understanding. In each practice, she guides her students to higher levels of knowledge and deeper levels of mindfulness. She creates a safe space for students to ask questions and share experiences. I believe Talya is passionate about the benefits of QiGong and she truly has a gift for teaching and sharing the practice.”
—Desi O., New York
“I was having pain in my chest for several years but the doctors didn’t find anything wrong physically. During my sessions with Talya I reconnected with my younger self who has been down and lonely for so long. The sessions helped me process the grief and clear space for love and tender feelings, as I did that the pain went too.
— H., Evanston
“When I Practice Qigong With Talya I Feel Centered. As We Move Through The Different Postures And Streams I’m Able To Release Tension And Connect To A Deeper Understanding Of The World Around Me—And So Much Of It For Me Is The Breath, Being Present, And Listening To My Body. I Find QiGong Practice With Talya To Be Invigorating And Inspiring.”
— J., Chicago
“Working with Talya led me to a space of deep healing. Her clear and loving guidance allowed me to feel supported and safe while remaining open and curious. The process guided by Talya, Is an experience I highly recommend to gently connect with your subconscious in order to better understand your present.”
— Nicole K., Brooklyn
“Talya is a gifted teacher who shares deep wisdom and love. She makes you feel seen and aware of all you are feeling and you Come out feeling fearless and full of loving energy. ”
— M.H., Sweden
Corporate Clients
Talya is a rare breed. Her rich and deep well of knowledge is rivaled only by her creativity and refreshingly crystal-clear spirit. She is an absolute pleasure to work with in every way.
—Russell Greenberg, Founder + Creative Director, RUX Design
“I have had the honor and pleasure of knowing Talya for the past fifteen years. Talya’s expertise, attention to detail, big picture vision, unique point of view, high taste level, and her ability to apply her knowledge and talent to each client’s specific needs is unparalleled. Talya is always my go to person when an idea is brewing all the way through implementation. Many have heard me say, If Talya Cousins is not involved than I am not doing it. In addition, she is a kind, caring, and conscientious woman. I feel privileged to know Talya and honored to have worked with her on multiple projects including launching the CFDA Jewelry Showcase.”
—Simon Alcantara, CEO, Simon Alcantara Jewelry
“Talya is hard-working, innovative, and endlessly creative. She has an artist's approach to the creative process but also possesses a shrewd business sensibility. And she is all around lovely, lovely, lovely.”
—Jamie Rosen, CEO, Office of the Surface and contributing editor at Town & country Magazine
”It’s rare to come across someone as talented as Talya. We were introduced several years ago and I’ve now had the pleasure of working with her on several projects. I've always been impressed by Talya’s raw creative talent. Her ability to solve difficult creative challenges combined with her dedication, quality of work and ability to meet deadlines has made her my go to for all creative direction and editorial work. If you have the opportunity to work with Talya, I would highly recommend it. I am honored to consider Talya a friend and a colleague.”
—Lior Tamir, CEO, Accomplice.io
“Talya is confident and has vision but is also a great listener with the ability to interpret, understand and distill the essence of a brand on a very deep level. She’s able to give feedback and guidance in ways that keep us fresh and keep us thinking. I love working with Talya because she’s tremendously creative, fun to work with, very collaborative and yet always raising the bar.”
-Walter McTeigue, Founder, McTeigue & Mclelland
“I worked closely with Talya at W magazine, W Jewelry magazine and a few other collaborations. She is one of the best people I've worked with as not only is she multi-talented, but her very unique creative perspective surely raises the bar. There has been no job too big that Talya hasn't come through on. Her beautiful eye creates beautiful imagery. In addition, she is pleasant and has a great sense of humor which are great traits that I admire in her. I highly look forward to collaborating again in the future.”
—Nathalie, Kirsheh, Creative Director- Self, Glamour, Allure
Talya is fearless, creative, and resourceful. One of the best parts of the creation of OpenSky has been partnering with Talya. If she cares, you win.
—John Caplan, CEO , Opensky