This course was more than photography—it was about truly seeing. It invited me to pause, breathe, and notice light in ordinary moments. In those quiet spaces, I uncovered pieces of myself, stitched together in the whispers of shadow and color—a rediscovery of family stories woven into archives. Journaling became a quiet companion, words spilling onto the page like light onto film—revealing, layering, deepening. My fear of writing faded, replaced by inspiration from the artists Lilit so carefully curated—each a guiding star, illuminating new ways to tell my story. 

The most profound shift came when I turned the camera toward myself. For the first time, I looked at the woman behind the lens with curiosity and compassion. It was both a challenge and a revelation—a deepening of empathy for my own presence in the frame. There was no rush, only space—to create, reflect, and embrace imperfection as beauty. 

What I carry forward is more than a body of work; it’s a new way of seeing, feeling, and creating. This course ignited a fire within me—one that still burns, fueling my work, my vision, and the way I move through the world.

“Therapeutic Photography” came at a time when I was ready to explore myself though I did not fully know what it meant. Lilit created a space and time allowing us to find the best pathway for each of us without expectations. 

The most valuable result was to find myself feeling so connected to the other women at a time where I was feeling so disconnected to myself. The weight of what I thought I would be looking at to a place of self acceptance and letting go changed. It opened the door to myself in a way i was not expecting — what a gift.

Lilo’s course was both enlightening and transformative. Lectures involved understanding photography’s pivotal role in the development of psychological theory and practice as well as introducing the class to artists who utilize photography to navigate the emotional and often challenging moments through this collective journey of life.  

Lilo sees each of her students and encourages them to explore that which may be just outside of where they reside comfortably as a photographer. Without this course, I may have never have given myself the challenge to turn my camera around and explore self-portraiture. Because of this course, I have a broader understanding of photography, an artist’s journal, and greater empathy for the woman (myself) behind the camera.

I loved this course. It gave me a framework to really think deeply about a lot of things. The mix of images and writing helped me reflect on experiences and process things I hadn’t quite been able to put my finger on before.

Lilit is a great teacher, the lectures were interesting and inspiring and she was able to create a real community in class. I’ll continue to use the methods I learned and I would recommend the class to anyone looking for new ways engage with themselves and the world.

I feel like the space I entered during these weeks was about more than just Therapeutic Photography and, in fact, more than psychology and photography as a whole. The way Lilit was so attentive to each participant, gave feedback, and created space for everyone to share their feelings was truly special. The lectures and topics came together like pieces of a puzzle. I really appreciated that the assignments were never forced, yet there was always a natural desire to complete them and share. 

Throughout all these meetings, I kept feeling a deep confirmation that I’m on the right path. It’s as if, at the same time, I planted the seeds of projects that had been growing inside me for a long time, and here they finally started to take shape. Thank you.

In her class, Therapeutic Photography, Lilo taught us how to use all aspects of photography—taking, analyzing, and using photos—to promote personal healing, growth, or understanding. Personally, I learned retelling a story through images is a way to express feelings symbolically. It can bring focus to the positive elements in your life and leave worries and preoccupation with heath or sadness aside. 

I discovered that with a camera in my hands, I slowed down. I center on the beauty of nature and its calming influence. Lilo’s teaching of self-awareness through the use of the visual structure of the selfie brought a sense of true identity before the stresses of life and sickness came into play. Art brings these things to us subconsciously, but after this class, I am more aware of the healing power of self-expression.

Lilo creates a warm, supportive atmosphere that made me feel truly free and safe — especially when it came to sharing personal work that can be emotional and deeply moving. She approaches everything with great care, allowing each participant to move at their own pace, while still offering a very well-structured course filled with rich, inspiring content. 

I’m especially grateful for how she consistently highlights the importance of joy. In creative processes, it’s so valuable to shift the focus away from the end result and instead embrace a joyful journey — one that can be deeply healing. 

This course was incredibly meaningful and inspiring for me — it helped me reconnect with photography on a more personal and self-reflective level.

I came away from the course with several new technical and creative ideas. The final outcome was quite nice, as my wife was deeply touched by the book I created, and I made a second copy for my granddaughter so she could appreciate the special bond she shared with her grandma. 

The course also rekindled my journaling practice, something I will probably continue long term. It was an inspiring experience that reminded me of the power of photography to connect us to our loved ones and our own stories.

Simply Amazing. Incredible work, by an incredible artist. Will cherish these images forever.

I really enjoyed the course and especially appreciated the way Lilo created such a wonderful safe space for all the photographers to explore what they find therapeutic in their art. I highly recommend this class if you’re interested in diving deeper into what inspires your photography.

Lilit is amazing. She made my daughter feel so comfortable. The pictures are and will be cherished by our family.