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Laurie,

When we last talked, I don't think I was willing and able to give you the credit that I now see you deserve. Now, as then, I don't understand how what you do works (and I am inclined to intellectualize everything). But a colleague put it all in perspective when he observed, "Richard, you don't really know why or how pills work? Why should hypnotherapy be any different? Consider the outcome." True, so true.

And the outcome has been truly remarkable, with a sense of completeness that I would not have thought possible when I first walked into your office. Amazing! The results go beyond the particular concerns that caused me to "try" you, constant tension, lack of sleep, and drinking. I don't think I am in full remission on all counts, but I moving rapidly in the right direction on all counts. Beyond the particulars, I've experienced a dramatic change in outlook on life, having moved in a matter of couple of months from some level of depression to a level in which life has regained its forward beat. I feel as though I have been able to reclaim major elements of my "best me’s" of the past, at least the ones with whom I can go with, I hope, into the future.

You have my most sincere and deepest gratitude.

Richard

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My ten year-old daughter, Brenna, is now doing really well. I brought her into Laurie Miller several months after she had adenoid surgery. Her adenoid glands had been enlarged, causing pain due to pressure in her ears. She still had pain at bed time 8 weeks after surgery that the EENT specialist said should already be gone. After Brenna visited Laurie the first time, even before she listened to the CD at home, she had improved so much. She now says she wants to be a hypnotherapist when she grows up. It is now five months later and her ear pain is in the past. Thanks so much! -- Dr. Anne Lundquist, DC, FICPA, LPchiro.com

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I first came to Laurie Miller almost 15 years ago, seeking help with painful memories of my mother, who died when I was a kid. Since then, Laurie has guided me through the pregnancies that led to the births of my son and daughter; my father's death; and professional challenges that required new levels of strength and clarity. My life would be different in every way without Laurie, less peaceful, less positive, less loving and giving toward my husband and our kids. -- Pamela Marin, 46 (Author of the memoir Motherland)

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As a labor coach to my grandson's birth, I felt confident guiding my daughter in mental imagery thus creating a smooth labor. Learning how to promote deep relaxation helped her embrace the natural process of birthing. The profound joy we felt when Amy and I held John Riley realizing we accomplished this natural life event without fear or loss of control was uplifting.

Laurie is responsible for this incredible and invaluable gift given to me using relaxation and visualization. She is responsible for my education, application and dedication to this process. She was the first person I called from the Labor Delivery Recovery Room with tears in my eyes and a thankful heart!

As an Emergency Dept RN for over 25 years it was with great joy to hear the Labor and Delivery RN comment several times what an awesome job the two of us did and how she wished she could have filmed us for others to benefit. -- Sharon

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As a patient of Laurie Miller’s, I have reaped the invaluable benefits of guided hypnotherapy. The process of hypnosis easily and naturally guided me into a relaxed state where I was able to find stillness and peace through deep breathing and where I could identify my own intuitive voice.

As a result, I am a more grounded person and better able to identify moments of self-projection away from the present. Not only has hypnotherapy been a tremendously healing medium for me, it has also been an endless learning experience. I am forever grateful to Laurie for her compassion and gift of healing. -- Pam W.

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I earn a living as a writer and there are times when the creative process can be pretty stressful, especially when deadlines are looming and the words are not coming. I decided to give hypnosis a go, hoping that through this process I could reduce the anxiety I was feeling around writing and become more creative and productive.

I had my first session with Laurie Miller in 1997 to deal with this issue. Through our work (and we're not talking tons of sessions; the results came pretty quickly) I learned how to manage my stress and actually enjoy my job. Now, my ability to take on multiple assignments and meet very tight deadlines has vastly increased, as has my comfort level with making these commitments.

I was so impressed by these results that I have continued to see her for other areas I want to improve. Our sessions have enabled me to deal more effectively, peacefully and purposefully with some pretty daunting challenges that life has tossed my way. She has my highest recommendation and my sincerest appreciation. -- Pamela Mills-Senn, Freelance Writer

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Dear Laurie,

Just wanted to give you an update on my ALMOST lizard-less cruise… I made it through every port without a sighting, until the last day. My husband and I were taking a private tour and we turned down a residential street where they were trimming a tree, and we had to stop. Well, when the big branch fell on the street about a DOZEN iguanas came out of the brush, scattering in all directions.

Maybe it was a premonition on your part – talking about the brother & sister lizards, but there was an entire generation hiding up in that tree! One of them had a head the size of a melon – gray& ugly, running right towards our car. My husband was screaming, “Don’t look! Don’t look!”

But it was too late – I saw all of them…big ones, little ones, green, gray, white, young & old….and I was fine. I didn’t freak-out a bit. (I did have slight bruising on my thumb from pressing it so hard, but it isn’t permanently disfigured J) We continued the tour, and I didn’t even think about afterwards. That’s monumental. (My husband couldn’t believe that I didn’t have to be hospitalized.)

I had a few bad dreams when I got home, but other than that, I’ve had no residual effects. So, I’d like to thank you for giving me “added peace” in my life. I’m glad I had the experience, and was able to test my new lizard-fear-free self! Who would have thought it would only take 4 sessions to get over a life-long phobia?

Now I’ve moved on to the weight-loss CD, and I’m listening to it religiously – after all that cruise food, I’m just waiting for it to actually take effect! Laurie, I really want you to know how grateful I am to you for helping me overcome my fear. I wish you all the best and please know that you have facilitated SUCCESS! -- Lenore V.

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Laurie Miller has an incredible sense of balance that she brings to her work (or you could say "healing"). She is compassionate, yet stays focused and helps to guide her clients to places they didn't even know they needed to go. She has made a profound impact in my healing and in various paths of my life. -- Elana Cohen, Business Manager and Investor

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Practicing Laurie's techniques and frequently listening to my CD, I was able to speak in front of 120 people without reservation. I feel more confident in myself, which has helped me in my school studies and my overall life. -- Lola

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Hi Laurie. Great session on Tuesday. I wrote out most of my speech that afternoon and practiced once in front of the mirror. In short, I rocked. My confidence was high and it was the least amount of stress I've ever felt in public speaking. I've always been able to speak, but never was as much ease.Next objective…fear of success. Thanks! -- Scott

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Hypnosis has done a great deal for my performance in athletics. I used to have anxiety before competitions and problems focusing on my performance. Using hypnosis has helped me to relax and concentrate during practice and competitions. Now I can enjoy sports and improve my skills without feeling nervous and without losing my concentration. -- J.S.

Laurie Miller C.C.H.