A note about testimonials. Often when people see "rave reviews" on a website like this, they wonder "how do I know if they're real?" The bottom line is, you don't know. Because the work we do is private in nature, you won't see personal email addresses or phone numbers for the former clients giving these testimonials. (However, some of them ARE willing to be occasionally contacted by prospective clients.) When requested, their first names have been changes. Whenever possible, we ask our clients for video or audio testimonials, because that reduces the question of authenticity. That having been said, here is some information on how we've collected these testimonials. They've been collected from emails sent during the course of work and afterward; transcribed from voice mails left in response to follow up phone calls; and online review sites. Some of the quotes were spontaneous; others have been requested at the end of the working relationship. And while names are often changed for privacy, the content of the message is represented word-for-word
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View Testimonial: Deb R., motivation
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Looking for more confidence & motivation in YOUR field of play? Try sports hypnosis!
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With Cindy’s help, my (golf) handicap
dropped an amazing 6 strokes this summer. After years of playing,
lessons, practice, I never thought I’d see that kind of change in my in
game in one season. Cindy gets results; she is definitely worth the
investment." -- Susan S. (Apple Valley, MN)
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View Testimonial: Adam R., Fear of Public Speaking
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An email received July 2011:
Hi Jody,
And this update from Joe R.:
An email received from a client who suffered from anxiety and panic attacks: Date: Thu, March 17, 2011 10:22 am
To: cindy@cindylocher.com
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Hi Cindy,
I just wanted to send you a note on my hypnosis experience with you. First a little history on my battle with anxiety. It started around 8
years ago when I thought I was having a heart attack and I went to the
doctor and they did a stress test and decided it was just stress. So I
was told to sell a couple of my businesses and get a hobby and I was
also put on paxil. This seemed to work for stopping the panic attacks
but it did not solve the anxiety problem and I did not like the way I
felt on the drugs. Whenever I tried to go off the meds I would start
having anxiety and panic attacks again. I also had my thyroid checked
and my testosterone which was low and that helped lesson the depression
after the panic attacks. I went to see a counselor who explained how
anxiety worked and told me it was all in my head and I also read a
number of books and ordered the Lucinda Basset (Midwest Anxiety Center) tapes off
the infomercial. All of this helped reduce the frequency and severity of the
attacks, but it was all still in my head and I didn't have idea what I
could do about that. So I called you to try hypnotherapy and I will have
to say I was a skeptic but I agreed to follow whatever you told me to do
to the letter to give it a fair chance. After the first session I had
the feeling that I could not have a panic attack even when I was feeling
stressed. The suggestions you gave me during hypnosis gave me some
tools, and for the first time I had made changes "in my head" even though
I was not in a deep state of hypnosis until the fourth session. I had
realized after trying to blame everything and everyone for my anxiety
that I needed to take responsibility for it, but I just didn't know
how to change what was going on in my head. I want to thank you Cindy
for doing what you do. You did in 5 sessions what I had been trying to do
myself for over eight years. I will take the responsibility to keep up
on the meditation and self hypnosis, I plan on making it part of my
lifestyle just like my exercise and healthy eating.
Thank You
Daniel Erickson
PS. feel free to share this with anyone you would like, especially if it
could help someone else like me.
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I believe your hypnosis really worked. I actually felt sick around all the bad food choices this year.
NO WEIGHT GAIN between Thanksgiving and Christmas!"" -- Tim F. (Apple Valley, MN)
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"Hypnosis works! 33 pounds down in just over 6 months. I know it was the hypnosis because I'd tried everything else and nothing else budged this weight. I still have a ways to go (plan to lose another 30), but NOW I know I will be successful! Thanks!" -- Bill S., Crosby, MN
"Hi Cindy , happy holidays ! I just want to say thanks again for helping me quit smoking, it has been
the best thing I have ever done I feel great!" -- Tim Scheurer, Mankato, MN
"Just wanted to say “ Thank you!” The hypnosis really did work. For the most part I Just read and did my crossword puzzles and even looked outside at the ocean. Crazy I tell ya! The flight back was ok but the landing – not so much. We started to land, the tires were on the ground and all of a sudden we had to go back up. Second time we landed we did stay on the ground but we slid a bit because it was so slippery out! Before meeting with you I would have totally freaked out but didn’t so thank you very much!" -- Tammy S. (Fear of Flying)
Call today for your free consultation. 952/356-0010
View Testimonial: Dean Hyers, professional speaker
"Everything is great and I haven't had any relapses or even any real cravings. I know it would be so easy to start smoking again but I just don't do it. I'm thrilled with the results. I have been listening to the (reinforcement) CD and I am reading the book to start with my own self-hypnosis." -- Robin S., Minneapolis, MN (Smoking Cessation)
View Testimonial: Tim F., golf plus!
View Testimonial: LeAnn A., fear of bees and wasps
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"Thanks so much for meeting with me yesterday – judging by how I feel today it was definitely a positive experience! I went home feeling so relaxed and had more of a feeling of certainty in myself when I woke up this morning." -- Sally K., Minneapolis, MN
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"I slept like a baby, pain level is down to a 2 or 3, a good 50% reduction." Brad F. (Stress, Insomnia, Pain)
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"Interesting thing happened today. I have had really bad pain in my left hip. Went to my family doctor today and the x-ray showed my hip and joints is great. So it is bursitis. He recommended a cortisone shot. He cautioned my and said a lot of people decide after he explains the pain involved. I have had them before and remember the pain from the shot, phew! I agreed that I needed to get rid of the hip pain asap, because it is hindering my teaching. So, while he is getting the cortisone, I quickly put myself under, or at least talked to my body to relax, numb feeling, no pain, etc. Only had a min, but when he came back I was ready. He warned me, “get ready here it comes (LOL, it was sort of funny), a slight pinch and then nothing. He was talking me through it here comes the burn, etc, now on the bone, will be over soon, hang on, but I am talking to him and felt absolutely nothing. A great shot giver or a great hypnotherapist? Thought you might like this quick story." Phil, (Self Hypnosis training)
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"I appreciate the positive way you approached my issues and the kindness, respect, and you-can-do-it attitude that you gave me." -- Caroline M., Hastings, MN (Procrastination and Organization)
"I've been yoyo dieting for the last six years and nothing really worked until I came to Cindy. I tried a lot of weight loss regimens... I have a back problem and it is very uncomfortable because of the extra weight ...
Hearing about Cindy and hypnotherapy is a blessing. She is very professional and listens to your concerns and works hard with you to attain your goal. I have lost 13 lbs. in six weeks (and continuing!). I am exercising more and I find myself craving more fruits and vegetables instead of junk food. I was also able to quit drinking pop which is a big deal to me since I've been trying to do it for a long time! I look forward to planning my meals ahead of time and If I have a party to go to (in my case, I attend parties almost every weekend) I choose the healthy foods without thinking about it. I don't feel deprived because for the first time in my life, I am actually being good to my body and I feel great!
My friends notice my new behavior ... they (my friends) are getting used to it and actually compliment me on the way I look. The more compliments I get, the more motivated I become!" -- Glenda T., Minneapolis, MN (Weight Release)
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"It's time. It's time to let go, let God, and let myself be healed. I owe it all to you. I can't thank you enough. What you have done is be a part in saving my life. I hope you know that! I will keep in touch and let you know how I am doing, but I am very confident that I...will be a permanent non-smoker! Honestly--I believe I already am..."
-- Jodi B., St. Paul, MN (Smoking Cessation)
"Life is treating me very well. My new job is everything I wanted and more - challenging, fun, busy, etc. It was the right thing to do and I honestly believe that you helped me make the transition. I've been using the (recorded session) CD's 3-4 times a week. They help tremendously." -- Dave T., St. Paul, MN (Stress)
"The Cumulative Bliss brain entrainment CD is amazing. I feel so calm and relaxed. I have been able to stop using sleeping pills, which I was using every night!" -- Katie K., Burnsville, MN (Fear and Anxiety, Stress)
"I began using meditation CD (Cumulative Bliss) three weeks ago. ... I have found the 30 min tape to be soothing, relaxing and a great prelude to sleep. ... It is everything you have said it is plus more. I enjoy the calming affect it has and I have noticed that I have more patience during the day with those close to me. I seem to be more actively giving compliments and other positive changes. I look forward to other meditation CD's you come out with. I highly recommend this CD to everyone." -- Phil T., Rosemount, MN (Stress)
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“I wish everyone could know about the amazing work that Cindy does! First of all I'd like everyone to know that I have never worked with a hypnotherapist until I met Cindy, and I wasn't sure what to expect... I have worked with Cindy on several occasions since. I have had some highly stressful and time sensitive challenges to deal with (work related). I don't remember having such high stress for many years.
It was unbelievable how Cindy helped me in just minutes to relieve the stress and & not only that (which was huge) but I approached the challenges with a whole different feeling and outlook toward it. I felt positive as well as confident! WOW! I told her I loved her and that she is an angel! I very highly recommend her for ANYTHING that you want to take care of in your life. Better golf game, lose weight, virtually anything! I recommend anybody to ... give her a call." -- Jan R., Eden Prairie, MN (Stress)
