“I have seen psychiatrists and psychologists most of my life.  Some of my earliest memories as a child are of myself in some sort of therapy. It is unbelievable "all-most" inconceivable that Ms Borg has done what all of them combined through the years were unable to do and she did it in only 4 weeks!
I quickly discovered she (Ms Borg) wasn’t the “kook” I had thought her to be and that this was no ordinary painting class but a true form of therapy! A true (and healthy) way of relieving oneself of pain, anger, frustration and depression.”
   – prisoner L (41) – USA – total of 12 sessions (2,5 h each) during 4 weeks

"You are certainly a genuine teacher of an interesting and enlightening concept of self-discovery and awareness of change through the release of our painful personal histories (baggage on our shoulders, hand grenades in our gardens, etc...)" - prisoner G (49) - USA -  total of 12 sessions (2,5 h each), 4 weeks

“I am in prison for second degree murder. That horrible day back in 1995 has haunted me every day since and especially every night in “that quiet time” after your prayers before falling off to sleep, a sleep by the way, I could only attain through medications. Through Ms Borg and her unconventional techniques I have freed myself from the nightmares!
I'm also epileptic and my seizure activity has abated. I've not had a single "epileptic episode" in the 4 whole weeks! I used to have 2-3 seizures /week. During the month I’ve been on an emotional rollercoaster learning things about myself and being shown innovative ways to deal with the “negatives” instead of hiding them...”
   – prisoner L (41) – USA – total of 12 sessions (2,5 h each) during 4 weeks

“I really thought it was crazy at first, to just smudge, smear, splat and spread paint on paper while listening to music. But after actually doing it hands on and after thinking while painting on the topic at hand I realized that I did bring up old “issues” and put my feelings on that paper. Quite exhausting in fact and a little frustrating when trying to face the issues. But when the second painting was done on a positive issue, it seemed to balance things out and give me a sense of having solved a lot of the regret.

The class was something I certainly suggest to those with past issues. I endorse this type of therapy in areas where others don’t reach people with words. The connection is quite fascinating. I am a witness to the results. I knew the others before the program and I see the difference. It really does work.“
   – prisoner C (40) – USA – total of 6 sessions (2,5h each) during 2,5 weeks

“What I really liked most about the class, was the way I was able to put my anger on paper by painting without causing anyone else harm. Also the relaxing of the music, which help me focus and meditate more on my inner self just as well as outer”
   – prisoner J (46) - USA – total of 12 sessions (2,5h each) during 4 weeks

“I got a lot off my chest. Now I feel like a feather when before I felt like a two ton case. What I consider the most important thing that I have learned is that you don’t always have to write or talk to express how you feel”
   – prisoner B (23) - USA – total of 12 sessions (2,5h each) during 4 weeks

”...Tina's open personality definitely contributed to making the inmates feel at ease and they accepted her right from the beginning. Even rapists, murderers and other high profile inmates participated freely in this program and they could not wait for her return each time she had to go back to Finland. Inmates and this Department could definitely benefit if this project can be a long term one and Tina has my full support. It is our obligation to better the lives of those entrusted to us, but we need the support and expertise of people like Tina Borg if we want to achieve this goal. Her approach to rehabilitation set an example to me and other members.”    – Skills Developer, Correctional Services – South Africa

“Now I sleep through the night without nightmares, screaming or sweating. X-PAIN-T was the best medicine for my sleeping problem, no more need of pills.”

“First I did not know what therapy there was in the program. Things you were holding back in your heart, things you don’t want to talk about, the painting program help it to come forward and it help to think in the first place.”

”There on the paper I killed the man who abused me, and now I feel great.” - 15 yo victim of paedophilia – the Philippines

”X-PAIN-T made me remember old issues that I had forgotten. I then was dealing with the old issues (in the painting) which made me feel lighter, better.” - S  (19) - Finland - 3 sessions (3 h) in one week

“X-PAIN-T is so much more than what it seems from the outside. Things that are impossible to express in any other form are able to come up and out of you in a very safe and positive way. Let what happens happen don’t try to control the painting.This class is an awesome + exciting way for anyone to find out things about themselves and, or rediscover them. I found it most therapeutic in so many ways. You don’t need any talent in the traditional forms of art you just need to be open to the class. It was such a great outlet for troubled feelings.

I will pray D.O.C. seriously takes the program to heart and decides to start it in the system. It will help so many inmates with the root of most of their unacceptable/criminal behavior. It would help anyone to just live a more peaceful and productive life.” - prisoner J (35) - USA - total of 12 sessions (2,5 h each) during 4 weeks