We operate from the fundamental belief that EVERY CAMPER has value to contribute.
Because of that our presenters are the heart and soul of camp and share their genius and joy with the rest of us.
Our 2025 line up of speakers and workshop facilitators
Kristin Livelsberger is a retired high school art teacher and studio artist. While she loves to paint and draw, nature has been her biggest canvas and source of inspiration.
Kristin believes that words have the power to create and loves to infuse positive, uplifting and thoughtful text, in a playful way, into many of her pieces. She finds great joy in bringing her art and the Visual Journal process as a means to help people in their personal growth and creative expression. She’s passionate about inspiring others to through art, feminine energy, healthy practices and personal growth modalities.
Kristen Iuppenlatz Grech is a long time CIIYH alumni, movement educator, nervous system guide, and joy strategist who helps people feel at home in their bodies—so much so that they dance in their kitchens.
After decades of chronic pain and a career as a Pilates teacher, she discovered the transformative power of playful, nervous-system-informed movement. She created the SHIFT method to help others experience real, lasting change through curiosity, subtle shifts, and joyful embodiment. She teaches that fun isn’t extra—it’s essential, and her workshops are known for blending neuroscience, somatics, and full-body laughter in equal measure. Whether dancing, singing, or exploring everyday movement patterns, Kristen creates spaces where people reconnect with ease, creativity, and delight.
Robyn Ivy sees people for a living. Coach, artist,podcast host and trusted intuitive, Robyn is a masterful guide for soulful growth. She helps you get powerfully unstuck and more deeply connected, as she teaches you how to ride the magic carpet of your life.
Having spent over 20 years as a commercial photographer she offers a unique toolkit to shift your internal and external lenses to look at things differently. Inner leadership comes from deep practices in mindfulness, creativity, shifting mindset and connecting deeply with nature. She mentors select clients 1:1, hosts the Robyn Ivy Podcast, offers private intuitive sessions, leads groups, circles and retreats. She has been hosting circles since 1998.
Leisa Peterson is dedicated to transforming lives through heightened financial consciousness. As money coach, strategic advisor, author of The Mindful Millionaire and The Money Catalyst. Central to her philosophy is the conviction that abundance is an attainable reality for all. Recognized by Forbes as one of the pioneering “10 Women Driving Growth in Wealth Management and Investing,” Leisa spearheads “The Mindful Millionaire” podcast and Youtube channel. Awarded the 2023 “Women Who Roar” Illuminator award by SRQ Magazine, Leisa empowers her clients through online workshops and transformative in-person retreats. Her insights can be found on Gaia Media Network, Wall Street Journal, FastCompany, The Week, and Huffington Post. With a three-decade tenure in finance, Leisa stands for people as they navigate the sometimes thorny intersection of money, identity, and vision, particularly during pivotal crossroads
Deborah Williams is another long time CIIYH alumni. She’s worked as a CPA and financial consultant with small to mid-sized businesses, non-profits and individuals for over 40 years. In her later career, she became interested in the psychology of money and obtained certifications in both money and business archetype coaching. She loves being a volunteer and serving on boards where she can meet, work with and share inspiration with other heart centered people doing amazing things in our communities.
Hailing from Northeast Colorado, Kendra’s roots run deep in the rhythms of nature. Growing up on a dryland wheat farm, she developed a profound connection with the outdoors, driven by curiosity about how the natural world works. This fascination fueled her passion for understanding the intricate relationships between health, nature, and the cycle of life—questions that would later shape her life’s work. With over two decades of experience in the naturopathic field, Kendra has evolved into an In-Depth Functional Naturopath, BioEnergetic Doctor, Licensed Educator, Wellness Coach, and dedicated Facilitator. Kendra’s mission is to empower individuals to reclaim their health and live vibrantly by aligning body, mind, and spirit. Her journey has taught her that true wellness comes from the inside out, Whether as a mentor, healer, or friend, Kendra is committed to guiding others toward a path of healing, abundance, and personal mastery.
Joy Robertson, also known as Teacher Joy, is a nationally recognized early childhood educator, author, and joy advocate with over 30 years of experience. She is the author of the Amazon best-seller How to Teach Joy: A Simple Guide to Nurturing a Child’s Development and the founder of the “Play on Purpose” movement. Joy leads workshops that blend music, movement, creativity, and reflection to help adults and children reconnect with the power of joyful living.