To Whom It May Concern
January 9, 2015
When Tom told me that he did not want any ‘freezing” for his needed dental extraction, and instead he would perform self hypnosis, I thought he was crazy! After repeatedly asking him if he was sure, I reluctantly accepted to remove the tooth without any anesthetic. Tom then proceeded to self hypnotize himself in about one minute. And lo and behold he went through the procedure as calm as can be! And this was not a situation where the tooth was loose or ready to come out. It was a real extraction! I must admit I was quite nervous doing this.
Tom has further demonstrated his self hypnosis ability for control of fear, anxiety and pain for fillings and yet another extraction!
I have no hesitation in writing this testimonial as I was personally a witness to the exceptional abilities of Mr. Tom McKinnon, Hypnotherapist.
Dr. Steve Mottahed
BDS, LDS, DOrth (RCS, Eng), FDS (RCPS, Glas)
My work with Tom in the world of hypnosis has been nothing short of transformational. He holds a kind, generous and safe space and his soothing voice guides you to places where keys to your health and wellness lie locked in layers of your mind. After a session I always feel happy and refreshed- Like after a good massage or an afternoon nap, but the true pudding proof comes when in life my reactions to things and feelings about subjects I once may have “looped” over were lightened if not altogether gone. He has a perfect balance between the esoteric and the clinical. I would highly recommend his services to anyone working through an addictive behaviour, a thought pattern they want to be free from or just a general sense of increased well being. No chicken imitations or frightening experiences here! Think of it as a flood of healing for this thing we are just beginning to understand: your wondrous brain.
Kelly Ann Woods
Kevin M.
Initially, I was sceptical of hypnotherapy, but several friends had recommended Tom so I though I would give it a try. I had reached the point where I recognized my stressful career had been producing health problems that I was no longer able to manage without some kind of assistance. These issues were mostly physical: debilitating back and neck trouble with related depression and anger problems concerning my limited mobility. These problems did not seem to be something that psychological therapy could help, but after working with Tom, I realized that I couldn’t be more wrong. Tom gently and patiently helped me to recognize that it was my habitual mental ‘scripts’ and patterns which were producing the conditions for my poor health. I realized that it was not my back that was the problem; it was my attitude towards other people and their expectations. Through guided hypnosis, Tom led me through my habitual emotional triggers; I learned that I had always been reacting with stress and tension due to insecurity and pressure. This contributed to systemic tension and subsequent postural alignment problems. Tom “suggested” that I would feel secure and at ease in these situations in the future and I can confidently say that it has made the world of difference. Tom helped bring my reactive patterns to the surface of my awareness and since then I have not experienced the same patterns. Anxiety has not arisen in me when I have been faced with stressful work or social situations, even though I spent the previous years of my life feeling that my reactions were really “me,” or aspects of my true personality. Tom helped show me that stress and anxiety are patterns that I unconsciously renew and practice in my life. Through hypnotherapy, Tom helped bring those patterns to my conscious awareness and I have been able to change them significantly. My health is much better and I am able to navigate the pitfalls of my job much more effectively. I am very grateful to Tom for his work and enthusiastically recommend him as a therapist.
Cease Wyss~ a nod from FaceBook
Brandy Gale
Since I was 5 years old, I suffered from excruciating migraines. Medications have never worked for me. Learning to avoid the various triggers helped somewhat, but still these vexing occurrences took away so much of my enjoyment of life.
I knew very little about Hypnotherapy methodology and was highly skeptical, but had reached the stage where I was prepared to try anything to deal with the pain, anxiety and missed opportunities that these headaches had caused me for so many years. Keeping an open mind, I decided to give Hypnotherapy a try. During the initial consultation Tom took the time to answer my many questions and concerns. Tom devised a custom programme for me. During the next session I asked for a certain reduction in my pain whenever a migraine hit. To my astonishment, I received it! The process was very empowering.
Hypnotherapy also helped me come to terms with an overwhelming case of stage fright. After going through a few sessions, I was able to perform a major conference presentation without anxiety and to truly enjoy myself up there in front of everyone! A miracle? No, it was the result of carefully tuned focus with a calm, helpful, trustworthy Hypnotherapy guide. It really works.
Hypnotherapyworksbc’s Hypnotherapy practice continues to improve my life in so many ways. Thank you, Tom, from the bottom of my heart.
Sincerely,
Brandy Gale
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