Ethical Minds Hypnotherapy and NLP Testimonials

I had been through a break up and for a while afterwards was struggling with my thoughts and feelings. I visited a friend and once I had explained to them how I was feeling they recommended David. I needed to take action so I booked myself in to see David as soon as I could. When I woke up, the day after my first session, I felt better than I had been for weeks previously and I was starting to think more positively. I had a couple more sessions with David after each of which I felt more positive and happy… I can honestly say that without David’s help I would have found it much harder to get through that difficult period in my life. Thanks David.

David, I just wanted to say thank you so much for all your priceless help which led me to overcome my motorway driving phobia. There is no stopping me now. I am driving all over the UK and business is expanding. Thank you for all the life-changing help.It has made such a difference.

I thought I'd drop you a line to let you know what a difference you made. I passed my exams comfortably and was offered a job shortly afterwards. My coaching career is taking off very quickly and I'm playing well. I won a pro-am last week. I was in a horrible place when I saw you. Life is now good and I'm bringing a positive attitude to every pupil I see... It's a good feeling. You helped me see life differently and for that I thank you.

Thank you very much for helping my family and me, and putting everything back to place in my life. It has all become much more controlled and easier... you are the most helpful person I know.

David was extremely helpful in making me re-think the way I was looking at myself and the world around me. He helped me to reduce my anxiety in social situations. You could tell he genuinely wanted to help. The techniques he tought me have made such a huge difference in my life and I can use them whenever I need to. I would highly recommend David.

A friend recommended I visit David Crees at Ethical Minds following the breakdown of my relationship. At a time when my confidence was shattered and I was a ball of self-doubt, David helped me to understand not all was lost and showed me how to rationalise my thoughts and feelings. David made me feel comfortable, relaxed and reassured. I always feel like I walk out of David's room feeling inches tallerthan when I walked in.

I have been applying for teaching courses since I left University five years ago. Although I made it through to the interview stage a few times, unfortunately my nerves got the better of me and I never progressed any further. Due to the nature of the application process, it meant that each unsuccessful attempt saw another year pass by and although I didn’t want to give up on my dream of becoming a teacher, I couldn’t keep putting my life on hold. I decided enough was enough and contacted David Crees at Ethical Minds. I explained that I wanted to become more confident as this would benefit me in the interview procedure. David talked me through interview techniques and tips which would prepare me for the day and also provided me with a list of common questions that interviewers could potentially ask. I found this helped to put my mind at ease as the steps were simple and easy to follow and were achievable and relevant to my kinaesthetic learning style.

I contacted David again as part of my interview required me to do a ten minute presentation to the interview panel. Although I hadn’t finalised what I was going to say, David encouraged me to go through what I could remember and then helped me to structure my presentation and highlight the main points that I wanted to make. This made it so much easier for me to remember, as before I tended to panic under pressure, but we practiced key techniques so that I could recite my presentation backwards and forwards! Whilst also building up my confidence levels, David tried to replicate what the interview would entail, so that I could be as prepared as possible and take the presentation in my stride.

I am pleased to report that my interview was a success and I start my course later this year. I would like to take this opportunity to thank David for all his help, tips, techniques and support in order to prepare me thoroughly for my interview. I strongly recommend David to anybody else who is in a similar situation.

I was quite apprehensive about seeing David as I have had counselling in the past that hadn't helped. However, with David, it was different. He made me feel very relaxed and 'important' from the word 'go'. David is very enthusiastic about his work and his passion definitely lies with the 'client' and helping you achieve your goals. David's approach differs from the councillors I have seen in the past. He helps clients focus on the 'here and now' and helps set the foundations for you to take ownership of your future. He aims to help you to do this in the shortest time possible. It was amazing that in 5 weeks I achieved what I have been trying to achieve for many years! David is a very nice gentleman and I would recommend him. The atmosphere in his consultation room is a very relaxed and calming one too. Thankfully, I can now look to my future, rather than focusing on the past...

I am so pleased that I had the privilege of hearing David speak at an event a few years ago at which he gave an insight to the types of work he does and the situations that he helps people to deal with or overcome. So, when my son recently developed anxiety issues and had episodes of panic attacks, the doctor just wanted to prescribe tablets. My first thought was to ask David if he could help. Silly question really, of course he could! I am delighted to say that the tablets were never taken and my son is now feeling much more in control and has already managed to calm himself and recover his composure during a “wobble” and all that after just 4 visits with David. Obviously we will definitely recommend David Crees at Ethical Minds as and when we can.

Thank you for the work you did with my son. When I brought him to see you, he was a deeply upset little boy who was suffering emotionally from our marriage breakdown. After one hour with you, he walked out feeling 10 feet tall and with a smile from ear to ear. The special toolkit you gave him has done wonders for his confidence and always helps him to get back to a positive place when he feels any emotional challenges.

In his words “I was upset, but David helped by talking to me about different things that I could do to make me feel not upset anymore”.

To anyone who is considering using David to support their children. David tuned straight into my eight year old son, and his special positive way of dealing with children has helped my son immensely. It only took one session to transform his thinking with immediate effect and a second session to check the right buttons were pressed. David’s ability to focus on the solutions and not the problems means the results are immediate.

Following the difficult and challenging birth of my first child I was looking at ways to manage my second pregnancy in a different way. I undertook a series of sessions with David Crees at Ethical Minds, he helped me to calm down and ease my fears of my forthcoming labour. During the sessions I learnt how to focus on my breathing and how to think about the ‘positives’. When I went into labour I remained surprisingly calm. The birth went very well and very quickly. I now have a beautiful baby daughter and I am pleased to say it’s a completely different start to that of my son. I would recommend the confident childbirth course to any prospective Mum. Give David a call he's there to help…

I did it! I passed with just three minors - I'm so chuffed. Thanks for all your help.

My fear of spiders had tormented me my whole life, so I went to see David Crees at Ethical Minds to try to overcome this problem. He helped me to regain control, and by the end of the session I felt so much more confident and able to deal with spider situations; particularly as I'm about to move to university by myself. I didn't expect to achieve so much, so quickly, and I'm really grateful to David for all the help he has given me.

After suffering from a phobia of worms since I was a child I was very sceptical about whether it could be resolved. I was even very nervous of any treatment for the phobia as I felt it would involve scare tactics. David at Ethical Minds provided a calm and controlled environment for me to finally tackle my phobia at my own pace. After tailoring techniques to suit my style of thinking my goal was achieved in only two sessions! Incredible! ( … and have pictures to prove it) Once again thank you for all your help.

David, Visiting you has really helped me look at things differently and feel more positive and proud of myself, rather than always putting myself down. I have just come back from Holland where I completed the 100 mile Nijmegen March and feel like I am now on the up spiral rather than thinking negatively.
Thank you for all your help.

My teenage son had been for counseling but as they concentrated on his problems rather than his solutions no progress was made. When exam time began his stress levels were beyond anything I could help him with. After a particularly aggressive outburst from him I got onto the internet and found David Crees at Ethical Minds. My son needed techniques to cope with stress and revision and David was offering this.
Although I was very anxious about handing over responsibility to a 'stranger' it was the best thing I could have done. David put myself and my son at ease immediately with his kind, understanding but professional approach.
After the first session I was no longer anxious to leave my son in David's care as the improvement was remarkable. As a direct result of David's work with my son my whole family's lives have improved dramatically. I would wholeheartedly recommend David to anyone needing to progress positively and quickly.

I would describe David's services as 'professional, helpful and very useful. He gave me great advice which delivered success for me. I'd recommend him.

I went to see David at a very low point in my life and felt worthless. Within 4 sessions David managed to change my outlook on life to a positive one and also made me feel good about myself. I was very sceptical before I went - not really knowing what to expect!

I would now recommend it to anyone. I would have not been able to move forward without David's help. Thank you.

“As I write this, I reflect how I have been able to change my life and move on to happier times with David’s help and direction. I had been unfortunate to receive very hurtful and
unkind comments from a close relative and as a result of this had become what was described by my doctor as a ‘broken woman’. I just did not have the energy or life skills to move out of the dark place I found myself in, and suddenly found I just could not cope.

With David’s help I began to understand exactly what had happened to me. He gave me the power to move on and confidently face the future. I now have many coping strategies
which work and a belief that I can deal with what would have previously been hopelessly stressful meetings. In fact I feel quite proud of my achievements and the way I now handle meetings face to face with that relative. It is amazing how David has turned my life around in such a short space of time when others did not know how to begin. My sincere thanks go to David.”

“I owe much of my regained happiness to David, without his help, I would still be in the same
position as I was a year ago. He helped me learn how to be myself again, how to accept myself
again and how to love myself again. He helped me discover how to live again by finding the
difference which made the difference for me and I did this all my way…

Thank you David, for your care, confidence and belief.”

Don't go with any preconceived ideas about what is going to happen at the time - it's what happens after you leave that's important. I felt light hearted and I felt that I was sharing with someone who was caring. Thanks for all your help.

The 'sports related' session was fantastic, giving me some very practical "tools" to use, as well as food for thought and subtle changes that only really became apparent later on. Since the session I have found myself more able to cope in tricky situations...I am definately more aware of what I can do, as opposed to thinking I cant do that.

It has also had wider use than just the reason I came in. I have applied the techniques suggested in several different situations to similar effect.

Like I said when we met, I will definately be recommending you to many, many people. My friends have already noticed the difference, and I am sure I will be back in the future.

Thank you so much, it was fantastic to meet you, and I really look forward to future sessions when I am back in the UK!

Having separated from my wife about a year ago, I set about getting used to living on my own and thought everything was fine. However, not long afterwards, I suffered what I thought was the onset of a heart attack or something similar - making it necessary to call the paramedics. Fortunately, I was given the all clear health wise by my GP and was told I had suffered an anxiety attack - possibly brought on unknowingly by the complete change of circumstances in my life.

Although I was always sceptical about any kind of hypnotherapy, I decided to arrange for some Cognitive Hypnotherapy with David Crees at Ethical Minds and although after 2 sessions I didn't notice or feel any difference, I have to say that I have subsequently been abroad for several weeks holiday with absolutely no problems or worries. I would say that the 2 sessions with David were of immense benefit even though I didn't realise it at the time.

David is a warm, open-minded chap with outstanding listening skills. He is empathetic yet keen to do the very best for any individual. He tailors techniques to the needs of clients & really knows his stufff. He is reliable and will always get back to you with an answer or solution to any issue…

If you want to take action but don't know how, David will support and challenge you through, to a great outcome. Give him a ring!

David.

I am so chuffed to say that after almost 3 months I still havn't touched a single cigarette and I feel confident that I never will in the future either, dropping the burden of this nasty habit has brought with it so many benefits I generally feel so much happier and content within myself and feel much more confident too. I genuinely do not feel like I am missing out on anything, which I had often felt when trying other methods which aid in the cessetation of smoking. All of the help that you gave me in that single session has brought nothing else but positive things for me.

I really am very grateful for your help, for the way that you sincerely cared about me fulfilling my vision of diminishing the temptation and for having faith in me. I don't know how you do it, I have to admit it truly fascinates me, but plaese be assured you have left this particular client extremely grateful and glad that she ever stumbled across your practice and the magic that you raise. I hope that you go on to help many more like myself. All the best.

David has helped me reduce the stress levels in my life and I now work to live not the other way round. Its like gaining extra time in the day.

Doug

"David, it's been over 2 weeks since our session, and I thought I'd let you know how I was getting on. After 2 weeks now, I've not had a single biscuit, cake or chocolate .... simply amazing! In the days before I came to you, I couln't even have a piece of my son's birthday cake! (...before I'd have eaten half of it) Thank you so much for your excellent work - are a true expert in your field. I've recommended you to friends, and I am more than happy for you to add me to your ever-growing list of satisfied customers that endorse you and your excellent services".

David helped me prepare for the birth of my daughter using his confident birthing techniques. They worked fantastically well allowing me to stay calm throughout the experience and deliver a lovely baby girl at home with no need for any pain relief.
Myself (and my midwives) were so impressed we would recommend David's techniques to any expectant mother irrespective of the type of birth she is hoping for. The labour and delivery was actually an enjoyable experience and I felt fantastic afterwards.
My little girl has also been very calm and easy going from day one. I felt the beneficial effects long before delivery when my blood pressure lowered and stabilised in the weeks before birth. Bizarrely I also (after 30 years of doing it) stop biting my nails without being consciously aware of doing so. Think David has helped create one chilled out mummy. Thank you

David, although I was more than a little cynical about consulting you - I have to say you
have turned my life around. I am able to deal with the dark issues that have
haunted me for years.

Thank you for all your help and attention.

To dear David.
I want to write and say thank you so much to you for helping me. I have struggled with my fears and anxieties for many years, so much so I had accepted it as part of my life, but it was actually ruining my life. I was very nervous about having hypnotherapy but you took the time to explain everything to me and to make sure that I felt safe and confident, I then felt I could trust you immediately. I honestly never thought it could be possible to not be the way I was anymore but David you have truly set me free. I cannot recommend you enough to everyone I meet. It was the best money I have EVER spent! You are the lovliest man and I think everyone needs a bit of David in their life.
Kindest regards
Natalie, Cheltenham

Dear David, I wanted to write this firstly to say a HUGE thank you for helping me through a very difficult time and secondly so that others are aware of what a fantastic and extremely important job you do. I was recommended to you by a very close friend of mine at a time when I needed it the most and I have to say it was the best recommendation I have ever had. The treatment I have received has done me the world of good and I feel like and am a completely different person to the one that first came in to see you a couple of months ago. Had I taken a different route, perhaps medically for my situation, I honestly do not believe I would feel like the happy, strong person that is confident that the choices they have made are the right ones. You have given the me the tools, advice and help to get to where I am in a very short space of time, Something of a miracle and I feel the words thank you are not enough for what you have helped me achieve but thank you anyway. I will continue to spread the word to everyone I know and am extremely grateful for everything you have done for me. I have come away from this a very strong positive person who is fascinated by hypnotherapy and neuro-lingiustic programming and can see how it can help in so many different situations. Thank you again and I wish you all the best for the future.

LW Cheltenham

David. Just a quick note to say thank you once more for helping me get my eating habits under control, particularly with regard to chocolate. It is not now the be all and end all of everything and I can take it or leave it. I have lost weight and inches, take more exercise and generally feel much happier about myself. I would be happy to recommend your services. MH, Cheltenham

“Hi David
Just a brief note to let you know that over the past couple of weeks I’ve been asked to take on a much bigger role at work.
I did find the sessions particularly useful in addressing personal hurdles of self belief and feel that the learnings from those
sessions will benefit me even more as I take on this much larger role.

So, many, many thanks for your input into my career development, much appreciated. Of course I will be baring you and
your repertoire in mind as I begin to as certain the skill sets and any development areas of my new management team.”

R. Glos. C/0837

“I was very fortunate to know somebody who recommended David Crees from Ethical Minds
to me. I was suffering from depression after my husband left leaving me with a young family
to bring up along with financial turmoil and some very nasty neighbours. It got so stressful
that I had to take my children out of their schools and relocate.

My new partner certainly helped me in getting over some of the issues I had but David helped
immensely in helping me get over my depression.

As well as being very professional in what he does, I felt very relaxed and comfortable with him
which was important to me. The exercises he got me to do were very beneficial and in the few
sessions I had with David he has got me well on the road to recovery. I would like to thank David
very much for helping me out with something I never thought I would get over and would highly
recommend his services.”

Debbie, Cheltenham. C/0835

David, just wanted to let you know that your support in 2008 in helping me control my anxiety and fears has been amazing!
I couldn’t have done it without you! Thank you so much.

Stephanie, Gloucester.C/0833

David is not only a brilliant hypnotherapist but also a really lovely person. I was lucky enough to be able to sample his relaxation CD which i found incredibly calming and helped me to switch off at the end of the day. I have used it many times and will continue to do so and would recommend him to anyone looking at de-stressing or any other form of help. I'd like to thank him for his help and would definitely use him again!

David, You have helped me so much and I now actually
look forward to doing the things I used to dread.
Thank you for making this possible ! Jennie - Glos. C/0831

My three visits to Ethical Minds represented a very positive experience. Davidʼs style was friendly and reassuring, relaxed and non-judgmental. His commitment and enthusiasm are instantly apparent and he clearly takes pains and ʼgoes the extra mileʼ to produce the right outcome for each individual. Sessions are conducted in a modern, professional setting, with ample time for discussion. Davidʼs broad knowledge and helpful approach immediately inspire confidence; consultations were swiftly arranged, and I would not hesitate to recommend his services.

M.S. Cheltenham C/0828

I recently visited David Crees as I was extremely nervous about making a speech at my wedding.
I knew what I wanted to say and how to say it but doing it was making me feel very stressed. I had a session with David and we spoke about techniques, things to say and how to prepare myself. I wasn’t sure if it would work and came away not quite knowing what he had done..
However, although I was still nervous on the day, I coped very well, no-one in the room felt that I was nervous and that I did a great speech. I don’t know how he does what he does but he certainly helped me and made my wedding day even more enjoyable. Thank you David.

Thank you so much, this is the happiest I have been in as long as I can remember and in no small part thanks to you!

I was having a very tough time and really struggling but now I have new found self esteem and security I didn’t think possible. Many, many thanks.

Lauren, Gloucester

“David, I am writing to thank you for helping me to realise my potential and for giving me the tools to able to say “I can” and “I will”. This coming year will be challenging but I am now confident that I’ll be able to handle anything and gain even more strength in doing so. Thank you again!”

Sue. Cheltenham / C/0802

I had been suffering from stress and sleepless nights for some months, I’d even had a stress related health issues. I went to see David in the hope he might help me.

I was skeptical at first, so I was amazed to find on my first visit that he didn’t ‘hypnotize’ me but helped me to find the strategies and techniques that would work for me and help me manage my life better. He made me realise it was okay to take care of me instead of everyone else. After just a few sessions I felt back in control of my life – I still have my high pressure job but I can manage it rather than it managing me.

I cannot thank David enough!

Susan M Cheltenham

I just want to drop a line to just say how marvellous David of Ethical Minds has been to me.

A few weeks ago I went to David, I had issues with my weight, lack of confidence and a stream of self limiting beliefs.

After just a few enlightening sessions with David, I feel completely liberated...like a butterfly emerging from a chrysalis - my weight is under control, I am tackling situations I would have previously skirted around and I am goal setting for the first time in my life. I am feeling wonderful and the future is rosy.

David offers a truly exceptional service that I would, without hesitation recommend to anyone.

Thank you David for your kindness, your encouragement, youʼre listening ear and your professionalism.

Marian T, Gloucester - July 2008

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“ Thank you does not seem enough as to how you have helped me overcome my terror of driving. I used to feel physically sick and go hot and cold trembly and convince myself that I would either have an accident or worse cause someone else to have one.

Your techniques have helped me feel calm and rational, knowing that confidence is continuing
to build not only for driving but also in other areas.

I would recommend that hypnotherapy can help and I will be coming back to see you for something else that I wish to work on.”

Alison, Cheltenham

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Over a month has now past since my consultation. As a habitual nail biter since the age of 5, I am very pleased to say that my nails have remained un-bitten for over a month now.

I would like to thank you for your very professional treatment and assure you that I will not hesitate to recommend your services to anyone I meet in a similar plight

David R Worcester

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“I booked my appointment with David as an emergency. I was applying to do my sandwich year in my degree and was having trouble with confidence and focus at interviews. I had a two hour session. We started by assessing my preferred style of thinking – from which exercises emerged for optimal success. Throughout the session David was very welcoming and calm helping me to relax into the situation. I was a little concerned before the session but I felt in control of the situation for the entire session.

Before my interview I took a couple of deep breaths and thought over everything David had said and what we worked on. It was my most confident and relaxed interview. I got a call the next day offering me the job with all positive feedback on my interview etiquette. I can’t wait for next year. Thank you.”

R.E. Cheltenham

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I am writing to say thank you so much for helping me pass my driving test. Before I came to you I had failed three driving tests due to nerves and lack of confidence. Your sessions gave me the confidence I needed and made me overcome my nerves. You made me have more confidence and not just with driving and Iʼm very grateful.

Thanks again

Natalie, Cheltenham

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Dear David

David worked with me for two sessions to help me resolve a few lifestyle and business issues. I was a little sceptical at first as to how much benefit hypnotherapy would be to me. However, after the first session I was pleasantly suprised as to how David was able to improve my perspective on the direction my business and hence my life was heading.

I would like to take this opportunity to thank David for all his help.

For service and value for money I would heartily recommend Davidʼs services to anyone who feels they need a little extra help with, psychological, emotional or other lifestyle issues.

Dan G of Cheltenham

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Dear David

Re: Cognitive Hypnotherapy at Ethical MInds

When you first agreed to help my wife and I to give up smoking we were really excited. It was not until later we thought oh no what does this entail. Siobhan, my wife and I have both said how quickly you put us at ease at our individual sessions. Its amazing how it works, it seems just one session with you and I donʼt see smoking in the same way. I definately donʼt want to do it anymore. I would definately recommend you to anyone who wanted to give up smoking or anything else. The session was professional yet relaxed and informal. You have managed to help us achieve something we would never have been able to without your help.

Thank you

Kind regards,

S & S Corbett, Cheltenham

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Dear David

A huge ʼthankyouʼ for all your support, encouragement and kindness in helping me overcome my phobia of driving alone.

To anyone who may be sceptical or uncertain about the benefits of hypnotherapy I would encourage them to try it.

You have helped me see obstacles in a completely different light and shown me simple but effective techniques which I will use over and over again in the future.

I feel quite literally, a different woman.

Love and Thanks

Jan