Sometimes I’m asked If I’ve had any animal communication training. Yes, for sure.
In 2018, I had the opportunity to sit down with Joan Ranquet, to discuss my experience as a graduate of CWALU –Communication With All Life University. Here’s a short recap, with a few updates since 2018.
JR: What drew you to the program?
MD: I already had extensive training in animal communication, telepathy and energy healing and was working with animals. But I felt the need to hone my skills and do more in-depth work in a few areas. I wanted to work with a strong, experienced teacher who had a program that could lead to certification.

JR: Are you an animal communicator/energy healer now?
MD: Yes, I was doing this professionally before I started working with CWALU and Joan. (I now include medical intuition as part of my skills.)
JR: If you are out there as an animal communicator or an energy healer, what does your day look like?
MD: (Update) Mostly, I conduct virtual sessions from home. I work with clients from all over the world, speak at Expos, and on podcasts. Plus, people can see me for an in-person session at the Veterinary Holistic Center in Springfield, Virginia. I do a lot of blogging, since I love to write.
JR: Is it helping with your animals at home?
MD: Absolutely. I am now more tuned into my animals’ physical and emotional needs. We discuss family issues (I am serious!), and I ask everyone to show more love and consideration for each other when there are issues. Then I throw in some energy healing to smooth the way. What I didn’t expect is I have more appreciation for who they are. From that place, we all seem to get along better.
My husband’s picking up on this dimension, too. He clearly heard our cat Shadow ask to come home with him when he was in the pet store – she said she was tired of living in cramped spaces. I don’t know if it’s a coincidence, but he brought her home when I was at CWALU training.
JR: What would you have to say about Joan, CWALU and/or Joan’s teaching?
MD: Joan’s teaching and CWALU is based on 20+ years of experience. She has always focused on animal communication and energy healing for animals – it’s not a side gig or a small part of her business. It’s her focus. She has trained with some astounding people like Dr. Norm Shealy and Carolyn Myss.
The written/video resources in CWALU are almost overwhelming, there’s so much. But I’m not complaining.
Joan’s a down-to-earth and enjoyable teacher with a great sense of humor. Her storytelling is intrinsic to her teaching. She provides feedback to improve your work in a way that you can take it in and grow from it. Not everyone has that ability!
Finally, CWALU attracts a wonderful group of people who are serious about honing their skills. So the energy of the training sessions are pretty high vibe!
