Powerful Testimonials!
“John is outstanding as a thinker as well as an all-around human being. He combines the best qualities of a fine scientist, which he has been, with the warmth and empathy of a talented and deeply caring person, which he always was and is now.”
Berridge Kent, Professor, University of Michigan
“John organized a symposium at the Measuring Behavior 2008 conference (www.measuringbehavior.org) which proved to be interesting and discussed important topics within the field. John motivated the participants and enthused them with his ideas. He is able to address both fundamental issues and practical aspects of the field.”
Andrew Spink, Services manager, Noldus Information Technology
“John Fentress is an outstanding behavioral neuroscientist who contributed much, and continues to do so, to our better understanding of animal normal and pathological behaviors. His works are original and influential in the field, are used and cited extensively - regardless of how many years they were written ago.”
Allan V. Kalueff, PhD, Assistant Professor of Pharmacology, Tulane University
“I have known John in both professional and social contexts, and during that time I have learned from him the importance of bringing the natural sciences together with a humanistic perspective to maximize the positive results of health coaching. John has a strong background in both the behavioral and biological sciences. One theme he has pursued with the aid of major research awards is life time development as it relates to brain and behavioral plasticity (change). This is a critical area of current interdisciplinary research. John can cross the boundaries that often separate disciplines with a creative and critical eye that is truly unusual.
His knowledge base is indeed remarkable, as is his ability to extract and simplify the most relevant nuggets of current research relevant to his highly successful coaching program. The balance of his scientific background with an ability to bring this background into true service is unique and important. I am happy to support his pioneering efforts.”
Jed A. Reay, Pres/CEO, LifeStyles Unlimited, Co.
“John Fentress, PhD, an outstanding behavior scientist in his academic career, has been my colleague and personal friend for well over 30 years. I am truly delighted and honored to be able to provide a recommendation for him.
John has made important contributions to our understanding of important mind-body issues like the organization of behavior, the development of individual and social behavior in animals, the patterning of behavior with particular emphasis on stereotypy and other repetitive behaviors, and numerous other issues relating to the interface between behavior and the brain.
In his work John combines a dynamic approach to the study of brain/behavior, an ethological naturalistic perspective, and a knowledge and insight into experimental psychology and state of the art neuroscience, all of which are combined with a deep psychological understanding of how people function in the real world, and what can make them enjoy life better.
John’s thinking and work inspired a whole generation of neuroethologists and students of animal behavior. Having received his education in Cambridge, England and working in America, he is probably one of the most knowledgeable and insightful people encompassing today both the European and American schools of behavioral neuroscience. In his work, he also combines a humanistic approach with a profound understanding and love of humanity."
Ilan Golani, PhD, Professor emeritus, Tel Aviv University
“John is a wonderfully well-rounded and capable person, whose humor, thoughtfulness, and intellectual curiosity are well known in our community. He has always been a delight to work with, and I highly recommend him for health coaching or any other endeavor. His wit and cheerfulness, coupled with his business sense and willingness to team up with others make him a great person to know!”
Karen Rainsong, owner, Rainsong Design
“Dr. John Fentress has combined his extensive academic and scientific expertise to bridge the gap between mind, body and spirit. Etholife is that bridge and John is the achemist who creates the elixir to soothe the spirit and mind as your body heals.”
Susan Breitzmann
“John's forthright and honorable manners make him a pleasure to deal with on any level; as a client, a professional or on a social basis. His strong background in psychology and behavioral science makes him adept and perceptive in his ability to help people through the labyrinth of health coaching.”
James Crane, Broker - State of Oregon, Prudential Real Estate Professionals
“John and I traveled in the same social circles, eventually, John attended one of my workshops - me thinking I was the teacher. Ha, I learned from John, I learned how incredibly brilliant he was, how willing he is to educate without forcing his opinions, how generous he is in what he knows and how open he is to learning. John researches everything and his definition of research would put most to shame. He is educated, he doesn't 'buy' anything unless it is proven, scientific and it works for the masses. John cares deeply about people, about their wellness and about the wellness of the earth. He is an amazing man, one whom I deeply respect and would recommend anything he offers to anyone.”
Pamela Cournoyer, CEO, Founder, Communicate with CLASS