Contributions from Clients

Surrey April 2011

I started seeing John about a year ago. Various things had happened in my family life, leaving me feeling extremely confused and lost and constantly doubting reality. I would regularly have panic attacks and the thought of going out and doing things that I had previously enjoyed absolutely terrified me. I found myself consumed with self-doubt and anxiety and would constantly look to others to seek validation. To begin with I had to see John twice a week, just to ensure that I was able to get through a week, I had never felt so awful in my life. John was fantastic, he was so patient with me and enabled me to find the root cause of my problems, giving me the strength to do something about them. I began to look back at my past and clearly see changes that needed to me made to ensure I had a brighter future. There were occasions when I have to admit I wasn’t sure if I would be able to be helped, it was a very difficult process but looking back I am so glad I persevered. As John says ‘everything is solvable’ and I am so happy to say I am now fully enjoying my life and the dark cloud has been lifted. I remember last year, reading the testimonials on this page and getting hope from others that life can change for the better, I am so pleased to be writing mine now. John will never know how grateful I am for everything he has done for me and I would recommend him to anyone.

Surrey March 2011

'A big big thank you to dear John for all his help and support.
After suffering panic attacks every time I took (and failed) my driving instructors exam (age 56!), I was fast seeing all my hard work, hopes and dreams go down the drain. Then John came to my rescue!
His wonderful counselling, combined with his patient, sympathetic and caring nature, ensured that I finally passed my exam on my next attempt. Thanks John for all your support. x'

Surrey February 2011

'I saw John for a couple of sessions, as I had exam nerves. Every time I sat down to study, my brain froze! I realised that I couldn't attend an interview or pass an exam in that state and decided to seek help and advice. It was extremely helpful to discuss my issues freely and receive structured advice. I was definitely less stressed, felt much more calm and passed of course.'

Surrey January 2011

'On this day 3 years ago I first met John.I had been suffering with depression for many years, had taken various drugs for this from time to time, and had finally had enough and had attempted to take my own life.Thankfully a friend was at hand who insisted that I pick up the phone to John there and then. Looking back I find it hard to believe that I was that person. With Johns outstanding guidance, true care and endless support ( I am sure sometimes he must have thought he was banging his head against a brick wall ) I now realise that I can truly believe in myself and be a positive person, I no longer have the weight of the dark clouds but equally (and thankfully) no longer search for the damaging highs that I believed were my reality. Now 'I just am' and it feels great. Thankyou John xx

Surrey December 2010

'When the stress of life got that little bit too much, i turned to John for help and advise. After a mere few weeks, he gave me the ability to learn how to be the person i had lost along the way, and helped me to regain the passion i had for life... Whatever the problem, John will have an answer... '

Surrey July 2010

'I first went to see John about 3 years ago when I was going through a very difficult time in my life. I had, for a very long time, been accepting a life of unhappiness and depression and had no means of sorting it out - I had all the wrong tools in my toolbox from the past, and it had all manifested itself in terrible anxieties - something I had suffered from all my life and I didn't understand why. It was very difficult to face.

I went to see John as a kind of last resort hoping he might take the pain away. What happened was more unexpected and more profound. Through simple analysis, discussion and support, we worked out simple methods to understand and gradually confront the anxieties in my life. Inevitably it was only myself who could go on that journey. But through our discussions I gained the right tools to deal with everything and John supported me steadfastly throughout as I made my decisions. It was what I always wanted but I had lost all my confidence in myself. I now took on the responsibility to deal with my anxieties head on. I started to change the world around me and the world started to become a much happier and more fulfilling place for me.

With John's support I have faced my challenges head on - even when I felt like the world would cave in - it never did. Though I rarely need to see John now I have learned a better approach to things, and I am much, much happier because of it. I think many of my friends notice it too.

It was always just round the corner and I could never quite get to it, I couldn't work it out, until I took the plunge and went to see John. It took a lot of courage but I have found it the most rewarding thing I could do, for now and for my future. I am able to look towards enjoying life and being more productive in the way I always wanted.

Throughout the process John has been a great friend and I will always be grateful for his unbiased and methodical support.'

'London March 2010

'I have had the fortunate experience of having John as my guide over the last four years. I have learnt so much about who I am and the reasons for my behaviour. This has allowed me to understand the world better and find it a safe and happy place where once it was so fraught with danger. I am no longer depressed and frightened but feel strong and abundant. I have been able to earn money doing a job I love and find wholesome relationships. Without a doubt working with John has been the best thing i ever did in my life . His method of therapy will equip anyone with the tools to be able to transform their lives.'

Surrey Apr 2009
'John has been, and still is, a rock in my life. He is kind and wise and has
been truly inspirational. I think I lost my way a few years ago and John has
guided me back onto the right path. I have rediscovered the things that I used
to enjoy and have become a much happier and more positive person. I still see
John occasionally when things are getting on top of me and he is always able to
set me off in the right direction again. He has been wonderful with my children
and has helped to resolve a few problems for them too. He really is a remarkable
man and should be cloned so that everyone can get 'The John Experience'!'

Surrey Feb 2009
'I approached John because I was having panic attacks about social events,
and was finding myself increasingly unable to go out. I worried I would
eventually become completely agoraphobic but had resisted having therapy for
some time because I didn't want to get caught up in an endless process nor spend
hours crawling over every detail of my past. I was pleasantly surprised! John was
insightful, sensitive, challenging and pragmatic. I didn't feel like a patient
or a hopeless case. Within a few weeks, he helped me to get a much better
understanding of myself, and to be much more aware of why i was retreating from
life, as well as giving me the tools to change it. I have regained my
confidence and am starting to live again and to recover my sense of self. It
has been an incredibly valuable and life-changing process. I am so glad I bit
the bullet and approached John before digging myself into an even bigger hole. '

London Feb 2009
'John helped me through a period during my 30s when I was coming to terms with
alot of anger in my past and feeling comfortable and confident about who I am.
Learning to love myself was a long struggle but John gave me the strength to do
this. He also helped give me the strength to succeed in a loving relationship. I
am now engaged and have started my own business. I am the happiest I have ever
been in my life.'

Middlesex Jan 2009
'When I first went to see John I was feeling extremely low and finding it difficult to live with myself. I was in a cycle of destructive behaviour and asked John to help me to be able to live within my own skin. For 6 months I saw John regularly. During that time I started to feel like I wasn't such a terrible person and to understand why I do things the way I do. This, in turn, helped me to break the patterns of behaviour and regain some
self-control. I also started a new job and John talked me through some of the hurdles that involved. John helped me to see the world in a more balanced way so that I didn't take everything so personally and felt stronger to deal with the 'stuff' that is thrown at all of us in life. It has now been a year since I stopped seeing John regularly. Most of the time I feel strong, but sometimes, when I have a problem, I can tackle it because I instinctively know what John's advice would be. Twice during the year, things have mounted up and, because I can recognise the signs of stress very quickly now, I have immediately made an appointment with John. I instantly feel more relaxed knowing I am taking steps towards feeling well and calm again. Knowing John is there if I need him is a great comfort as he is an extremely wise, non-judgemental, gentle man who genuinely wants to help. I thank John for rescuing me from myself.'

Surrey Jan 2009
'I was a first time mum at 43, no sense of direction, no self esteem, and just come off 6 years of anti-depressants. Within 12 months of work with John, I began my counselling diploma, now completing my MA in Psychotherapy and have just begun to practice privately as a Psychotherapist. John has been my inspiration and guide..... he is a truly spiritual being of compassion and light. There cannot be many who would not experience a profound shift in consciousness having worked with him.'

London Nov 2008
'I was a lost girl in the dark and now I am a women in the light. Words cannot express how grateful I am to John. My life has been transformed by his care and consideration. With his therapy I have been able to free myself from the past and the depression I experienced. I now am able to live with joy in my heart and fulfill my dreams. I would highly recommend him to anyone.'

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