A visionary in her field!

" Thanks to Debbie for coordinating the event.  I think it went really well."

"It was an excellent forum. The diverging views on some topics were handled very well [by Debbie as MC]. "

~ Members of the Marlborough Biodiversity Forum Organising Committee, NZ (2025)

"Deborah's 'Forest Bathing' comes highly recommended. The book is compelling reading. The interlacing of big ideas grounded in her local setting is simply outstanding. Thank you Deborah for this important contribution."

~ Prof. Emma Stewart, Lincoln University, NZ via Linkedin (2024)

"Wonderful! Just what the world needs right now… ."

~ Dr Wallace J. Nichols, USA Marine Scientist and author Blue Mind via Linkedin (2024)

"As a committee member of the NZ Society of Authors Top of the South  Branch, Debbie has helped to raise the professional standards of the committee through her scientific training and work in the corporate world. Her experience  with bridging art and science, together with her easy-going and helpful attitude, make her a valuable asset to the committee and its work."

~ Lucy Wilson, Secretary, Top of The South branch, NZSA (2024)

"Having worked with Debbie I can attest to her exceptional qualities as a consultant and facilitator. Her extensive experience in allied healthcare, dedication to nature-based well-being solutions, and international  contributions in the field are truly impressive. Debbie's ability to bridge Western, Eastern, and Indigenous philosophies, along with her certifications in forest bathing, permaculture design and meditation, make her a valuable resource and a visionary in her field." 

~ David Treleaven, PhD, author of Trauma-Sensitive Mindfulness, USA  (2023)

"....I have found Deborah to be extremely organised, for example, she will have a

clear plan with objectives when we meet...she is very professional and motivated..." 

~ Jess Shirley, Tutor Arts & Design, NMIT/Te Pūkenga, NZ (2023)

"Debbie is a valued committee member of the Top of the South branch of  the New Zealand Society of Authors. Representing the Marlborough area,  Debbie is a voice for authors in that region, while supporting the work  of the committee as a whole. Her contributions to the monthly newsletter are always well considered and warmly received. The committee  appreciates Debbie's dedication, clear communication and thoughtful contributions to discussion. She has the knack of making connections  with a variety of people, helping to ensure that our authors feel supported in their creative endeavours."

~ Robyn Prokop, Chairperson, Top of the South Branch, NZSA (2024)

"....In essence, Deborah Early's relentless  pursuit of knowledge, her critical evaluation of learning materials, and  her active and supportive participation in course discussions  demonstrate her exceptional dedication to permaculture and sustainable  design. I have full confidence in her potential to make significant  contributions to the field and inspire positive change through  sustainable practices and collaborative learning endeavors..."

~ Richard Pedley, Founder Regenpreneur, Permaculture Certificate Program, NZ via Linkedin (2023)

"My virtual retreat sessions with Debbie far exceeded my expectations of what kind of transformation and awareness could happen via a Zoom call. From the get-go, connecting and sharing with her was very easy and comfortable, and through our conversations and some creative exercises, I was really able to work on being more present and bring an awareness to certain areas in my life that I’m excited to experience going forward."
~ Retreat Attendee who joined an accessible, low carbon, virtual event, USA (2024)