Memory and Concentration

As can often happen in a work environment I had 3 different projects end up with back to back due dates within a week.  I was stressed and was having difficulty with concentrating on getting the work done.  Every attempt at getting focused cause me greater stress and made the problem worse and worse. 

Finally, I called Mr. Ervin and made an appointment.  He was very professional and made me quite comfortable.  He talked to me about the issue to gain a better understanding of what I was dealing with.  Then created a session specifically for me. 

What a relief I felt after the session!  I felt like I could accomplish anything.  Better yet I did!  I went back to work dug into the projects with gusto and methodically worked them until each was implemented.

Thanks so much for all your help!

Martha B., August 2007

Post Traumatic Stress Disorder

As you remember, my husband had the problem of entering our local community hospital. Actually, before seeing you, he couldn't even drive by the building.  Since the sessions with you, he has been able to drive by and come to the building where I work.  I had kept reminding him that we really needed to go inside the ER in case of an emergency.  (Since I work for the hospital, it is the only place covered by our insurance).  He always had an excuse, so I didn't push it.

About a year ago, I had outpatient surgery at the same center where he had suffered a traumatic experience as a patient himself.  I was all set to find a ride, but he said he would take me.  I figured he would drop me off and pick me up when I was done, but he came inside and stayed till they were ready for me.  (I didn't ask him to - he volunteered!)  Now he wasn't able to stay inside the building during the procedure (he sat in the car and read a book), but when I was ready to leave, he came back to my recovery room and helped me get ready.  I thanked him for his help, but I didn't make a big deal of it.  I just acted like he had never had a problem - didn't want to remind him.

Now, here is the best part.  Two weeks ago, my mother had been taken to the ER at the same hospital but was not admitted.  When they called me to come to take her home, my husband said he would go with me (Again, he volunteered!).  I said ok thinking he would wait in the car.  BUT, when we got there, he went inside and all the way back to her treatment bay and stood around while they got her ready to go.  I kept glancing at him, but he wasn't even breathing hard.  It's a true miracle.  Once again I thanked him for his help, but didn't go on about how well he had done.

I just wanted you to know how well he has done and I feel that now if there were an emergency, I would be able to take him for treatment.

Thank you very much,

Kathy S., 2010

Public Speaking

I just wanted to say thank you again for helping me with my speaking engagement.  Like I said, after the session I felt wonderfully relaxed and confident.  It was incredible!

The presentation went great and I know in my heart I can do it again.  As a matter of fact, I've been invited back next year!  I will certainly put the CD you gave me for reinforcing the suggestions to work before that next meeting.

Gayle B., June 2008

Regression

Rich helped me to find an experience in my past that was causing difficulties for me and gently assisted me with resolving the issue.  I found him to be very professional and trustworthy.  I felt very comfortable with process he uses.  Thanks for the guidance and help.

Carol C., September 2008

Stop Smoking

I am writing this testimonial on behalf of Rich and the hypnosis he has done with me for the cessation of a 40 year smoking habit.  Rich has gone above and beyond the call of duty to help me quit smoking.  I did not think that I would ever be able to quit.  My family members had always said that I would quit when I was in my grave, like my Mom.

I have had a compulsive smoking habit since I was 11 years old, I will be 50 this month.  I had been able to kick other very bad habits and have been in recovery from them for awhile now, but smoking was something I just could not give up.  I wanted to so badly too.  Rich hypnotized me last year and I was successful for awhile.  However, I had some emotional trauma and picked them back up.  Rich went out of his way to help me put them back down again.

Smoking, until the last few years, had been something I totally relied on to be my friend, especially when I felt friendless or had problems I didn't think I could share with anyone.  They had always been there for me when no one or nothing else had been.  Rich helped me immeasurably,  I have been able to not smoke now for several days, and I am so relieved not to be a slave to those darn things anymore.  An absolute slave is what I had been to them too!  Thank you so much Rich, I will be forever grateful.  FREE at last, Free at last!  Now I will have to get with you on some self-esteem and other things I want to work on.

Carol A., February 2009

Weight Loss

For years I have struggled with weight loss issues and, more specifically,
body image issues.  I called Mr. Ervin as a last desperate attempt to
curtail my guilt-inducing thoughts about my weight and eating habits.
Within a few days of the first session, I began noticing a change in my
eating habits and general attitude.  I began drinking more water and craving
more salads, fruits, and vegetables.  I also stopped being so hard on myself
about my weight issues and began to visualize myself on the skinny side of
the weight spectrum instead of on the fat side like I always had in the
past.  4 months later, I've lost 15 lbs. and have continued to maintain my
healthier eating habits along with a more positive attitude about my
self-image.

Mr. Ervin has an infectious, genuine belief in what he does.  Throughout my
sessions, he was a constant source of encouragement and was always willing
to do whatever it took to help me on my journey to a better self-image.  His
kind demeanor and professional attitude put me immediately at ease.  Thanks
to Mr. Ervin, I have become an adamant believer that hypnosis can be a
tremendously powerful tool to help you toward your goals.

Donna R., August 2009