Hypnotherapy Testimonials Bradford

Gary Blonder, is dedicated, powerfully intuitive, and grounded therapist. I was orginally a pessimist in regards to being able to experience healing and renewal from hypnotherapy. I believed my mind was too paranoid to trust another individual to induce a hypnotic trance on me. After expressing curiousity over the concept and willing to give it a try, Gary invited me to a free session over Skype (video chat), and I figured I might as well give it a try. Although I was distrustful initially as the session first began, I slowly began to relax as time progressed. Gary's powerfully strong and diligent mind, slowly began to temporarily melt away my distrustful spirit. His calm and collected voice managed to dissapate the chaotic force that was rambling in my mind. I soon began to ease into a peaceful trance of imagery combined with my own imagination running free, sparkling with colours, forms, textures and higher dimensional creatures. It was like lucid dreaming because although my mind was entering into a more creative dream state, I was still consciously aware of my body and my surroundings. Once the session was over, I felt like my mind had been cleared and free and I began to uncontrollably giggle. Things were funny again to me; I had been in a very dark place before the session (although like every smart woman, we know how to hide it well), and by the end I felt like laughing and sinking down into my bed in bliss. Gary is a wonderfully likeable person, and overall my experience was surprisingly blissful. I would highly recommend at least trying a free first skype session with him; it might surprise you what you learn about yourself!

Pauline Slakey, California

I went to see Gary as I had severe anger issues that were upsetting my fiancee, family and friends. I think Gary is a fantastic hypnotherapist! My anger is very minimal now. I feel much calmer, and in fact everyone has been telling me how much calmer I am. I would recommend Gary to anybody!

Jack Bolton, Roadie and Musician

I feel really positive about the changes and I am seeing a difference already. The CD you gave me works wonders at bedtime like you said it would and I really enjoy the mandalas, especially the one that you attached to the email. I really wasn't sure hypnosis would work for me but so far I have stuck to everything you told me and I very grateful for all your help. I will of course pass your details on and I expect that people will be giving you a call soon!

Stephanie Tanner, Job Centre Advisor

I am relatively new to the networking part of business and found that the public speaking to promote my business was making me anxious . Businesses do not expect to hear mumbling and stuttering during a sales pitch! I arranged a consultation with Gary to see if he could help. We discussed the situation, and I was put at ease, so I underwent a hypnotherapy session. With his skill and guidance in these areas, I found the whole process to be very relaxing and totally professional . Since my consultation, I have felt much more confident about public speaking and would not hesitate to recommend his services to any of my business contacts and colleagues. I will be arranging further sessions in the future to keep me focussed .Thank you for all your help, Gary!

Neil Crawford, Accountant

Hi Gary. Thank you very much for the help I so desperately needed!! Wish I had come to you for help 12 months ago when I decided to learn to ride a motorbike! I found you to be very warm and welcoming, I felt safe! It was the first time I ever had hypnosis so I had a feeling of apprehension! But in no time you banished that feeling!! While under hypnosis I felt safe too. the experience was amazing! I was taken on a journey which also included a journey in to my 'soul' where I found peace and quiet and tranquility. so awesome!! I would like to visit you again some time to revisit my inner self!! Your help has given me a feeling of calm and a better understanding of my fear (lack of confidence) Once again Thank you Gary. Blessings!

JO WRIGHT, Retired Nurse

In September 2008 I took a massive overdose and still woke up next morning.

I was violently sick during the night and the Drs said it was that that had saved me. In effect I took too many.

After 1 week in hospital, 1 month under twice daily observation of the Crisis team and 3 months psychiatric day centre I was finally deemed stable enough to go it alone again.

The team working with me told me that due to several sudden bereavements on top of post natal depression (28 years ago, it was the “new” thing) then divorce and a near fatal accident of my youngest son, it seem I had “suffered” from depression for nearly 3 decades and as such it was decided that I have clinical depression.

Clinical depression (also called major depressive disorder or unipolar depression) is a state of intense sadness, anhedonia (the absence of pleasure or the ability to experience it) or despair that has advanced to the point of being disruptive to an individual's social functioning and/or activities of daily living.

I managed to function on the maximum dose of the anti-depressant I was on and gradually my mood improved and I began to realise that only I could make me better by actively changing my life. It was hard and for a long time I couldn’t understand why, but if I had to be here (and I don’t know how to kill myself) then I may as well try to enjoy it.

It has been hard but I’ve turned my life around and I’m in a better place now than I have been for years BUT I am still on medication.

The thought of coming off frightened me; after all, my life without pills was rubbish, who was to say it wouldn’t go back to that?

My boss had posters up at work about the “Fit For Purpose” thing but I hadn’t taken much notice of it, then chatting to her one day she mentioned she had had a session with Gary and she was pleased with the results.

When my GP suggested I reduce my medication in conjunction with some hypnotherapy it seemed as though fate was playing a card so I arranged my 1^st appointment.

In total I had 5 sessions with Gary and I now know I have to tools to be able to manage my condition without the need for medication. I am still reducing the dosage but confident that if I keep on with the relaxation exercises and stay focussed and assertive I will be able to cope with life in the future.

If I had to put it into one sentence, I feel as though I have control of my life for the first time in many years.

Thank you Gary, you’re the best £25 I ever and would happily pay the going rate knowing how effective it is.

Sue Summersgill

Gary helped me with my concerns about self confidence and pulic speaking. I recently gave a presentation to my networking group and felt much more relaxed and in control than on the previous occasion. This was the first occasion I had used hypnotherapy, I had a very pleasant and relaxing experience. Gary makes me feel onfident in him and more importantly in myself and my ability to access and trust my gut instincts to know what to do.

I also had been having some health concerns which Gary knew nothing about but which are no longer a problem. Thanks Gary!

CHRISTINE SMITH, Lighter Life Counsellor

Before meetingGary I had never been hypnotized, nor did I know anyone who had. As such, I was a little sceptical. Gary’s professional yet approachable manner made me feel at ease right away. The experience of being hypnotized surpassed all my expectations - it was one of being in an incredibly relaxed state. There was nothing scary or wacky about it – I just felt totally relaxed and safe.

Throughout all the sessions I have had, Gary listened to what I had to say and was quick to pin-point the root cause of my problems. He gave some sound advice and hypnotized me into deep, relaxing trances. As well as setting homework, he sent me emails which summarised what we’d discussed which were really useful for reference.

He has taught me how to meditate at home to help calm my mind and I have now got into a daily routine of meditation everyday. I have been diligent with this and along with the hypnosis it has had positive results – those close to me have noted that I’m much calmer and have a more cheerful persona. Having this meditation tool at my disposal has been invaluable in the run up to my wedding – I’ve been able to clear my mind and remain calm in what would otherwise have been a very stressful time.

I have been impressed with Gary’s service and I wouldn’t hesitate in recommending him to friends, family and colleagues.

Susan Parsons, Manager

My name is Brenda. I am 43 years old, a mother of two and until recently a Development Manager for a well known Financial Company based in Bradford. Over the past two years I have been through the great loss of my husband through horrific circumstances and have also suffered bereavement in close succession of my mother, father and cousin. I thought I could just cope and get on with things in life, but my world became dark, unrewarding and chaotic.

I expected myself to be “Super Mum”, to juggle my children, home and career-life without much thought to my mental and emotional wellbeing. I had gone to counselling sessions with psychiatrists and personal counsellors, but none had seemed to help me slow down and digest what had happened to me. I felt as if I was on autopilot and running out of fuel very quickly. I was going through all this turmoil, and afraid that at any time my world would come crashing down around me. I felt that if I didn't do something immediately, I would be heading for a complete breakdown.

Gary Blonder was recommended to me by a colleague, and my first session was all about my life and what I felt the problem was that brought me to this point. For the first time in years, I felt I could fully express how I was feeling about what had taken place in my life. Gary quickly put me at ease and reassured me that I was coping very well with my situation. By developing new skills with Gary's help, I grew in strength and confidence, and learned how to cope better with difficult issues and situations.

I had one session per week over five weeks, and each session lasted around an hour. We worked on positive thinking, anger management, self-worth, imagination, and relaxation. I can honestly say that I saw progress in myself after the first meeting and then throughout the five weeks. I became more confident, less angry and had a better outlook on my life.

I have now changed my career after wanting to leave for three years and never having the guts to do it before. With Gary's help I am now heading in a direction that has always appealed to me (Social Worker), have secured a job, and start in September 2010. What I would say to anyone wanting to try Hypnotherapy with Gary Blonder for whatever reasons and are unsure about it is to not let fear, self-doubting or a troubled mind stop you! You will learn to be your true self!

Thanks to Gary, I have accomplished very real positive results in my life. I gained a truly rewarding outcome after every session and I have no doubt that he will do the same for you!

BRENDA GORDON, Social Worker

I'd like to thank you for helping me in my hypnotherapy sessions over the last month. It has helped me greatly in regaining my confidence. I returned to work after time off with a stress-related illness and found that people responded well to my new state of mind. Confidence breeds confidence! You also helped me recognise which parts of my early life were significant in my development and, even more importantly, which were "threats". I now see things much more in proportion. Your coping strategies have proved very practical and valuable and now I feel comfortable in many social situations that seemed challenging in the past.

Progress has been very good I'm very pleased to report. The "Self worth" process you taught me is proving to be excellent, to the point that my natural default setting is on positive just about all of the time! The few occasions that 'negative' thoughts have entered my head, I find I can catch them very early and then turn them into positives very easily and quickly, something I take a lot of pleasure doing.

Have found the CD to be very relaxing and I'm sure it has helped me. I have found it difficult to listen to it every day, as a quiet hour is often impossible to find, so I listen to it when I can. Also I think the trigger words have helped. When my thoughts start, I say the words to myself and it seems to put my mind on another, more positive track.

Thank you very much for your help!

Kully Kaur, Employee at CAS Bradford

I saw Gary Blonder a few weeks back as I suffer a lot of flashbacks from my past and I felt isolated around my partner, and I also felt as if I wasn't a good mother towards my son. He helped through the whole process and he taught me how to love others around me, and helped me free my mind through the process of it all. It's brought me and my son closer more than ever and with my partner too. I would recommend anybody out there to Gary Blonder as he is really good at what he does. THANK YOU GARY XXX

Dawn Monaghan, Cashier

I had never experienced hypnotherapy before my session with Gary, so I was curious about the possible results. I felt completely safe with him, in “letting go” while he talked me into the trance. I decided to start with a simple problem that has been around for many years – being relaxed and confident when singing in public.

After just one session I couldn’t stop singing, and had to ask Gary how to turn it off so that I could get some sleep at night! My voice relaxed and sounded different and much better. So I am delighted with this, and also the positive results for other issues that Gary has helped me with.

Jenny Cooper, health coach,

Key Steps Coaching.

http://www.keystepscoaching.com

I originally went to see Mr Blonder as I was extremely depressed, and it was drastically interfering with my life. I was recommended to Gary by someone who had also benefited from his help. I had five sessions with Gary and gradually began to feel better after each session, until my symptons are now managable with a little work involved from myself.

Gary has a excellent way of looking at your problems and showing you a way to see past them, essentially showing you a way out. It is like he shows you how to make sense of a mess, and look at it from a detatched point of view. This is important as only then can you really begin to do something about it. One minute you can't see the wood for the trees, and next you have a map to guide you out of the forest. He also helps you to put things into their proper perspective, and not magnify your difficulties.

Towards the end of every session I was hypnotized by Gary, and went into a very deep, and relaxed state of hypnosis. Having been hypnotized before I can say that his technique took me further under than my previous hypnotherapists did.

Essential to any treatment is the homework Gary leaves you to perform in your daily life. Training the mind to think differently is akin to training the body, and this takes time and a degree of willing on the participants part. Some of this was very helpful indeed, and I shall be refering to it, in order to keep my self progressing.

To summarise I would definitely recommend Mr Blonder's services, as they may be just what you might need in order to lead a better, happier life. You will have to be ready to change, but he will certainely help you. Thanks Gary.

Daniel B, Standup Comedian, trainer

I recently had a course of Hypnotherapy sessions with Gary Blonder following a recommendation from a colleague.

As we all know, the economy is not in great shape at the moment, and as a result I, like many others, have suffered a series of setbacks in my business life. After a while it becomes harder and harder to bounce back and you start to lose confidence which makes matters worse. I was in this situation, stressed and on an emotional rollercoaster.

The first time I met Gary he took time to get to understand what I needed and helped me to focus on what I wanted to achieve, not just in my working life but in my personal life too. He is a lovely person, caring and understanding and also very supportive.

Gary has taught me how to relax and given me the tools to help me help myself. The techniques and exercises he showed me have helped me to manage the ups and downs of every day life. My outlook on life is now far more positive and I have a strategy for coping with setbacks, which I know will continue to happen as that’s life.

I had never tried Hypnotherapy before, in fact I knew very little about it before I met Gary . I now know how powerful it can be and how Hypnotherapy can help so many people with so many personal issues whether it be stress management and confidence building to weight control or overcoming phobias.

Gary will continue to help me over the coming weeks and months as I listen to the personalised recording he has created for me and by relaxing and by positive thinking. I am now a much calmer and more positive person than I was before I met Gary and would recommend anyone who really wants help with their own personal issues to book a course with him.

Julie Gordge, Businesswoman

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