“Mr. Hellebrand is a talented facilitator and gifted professional.  He is intelligent, well versed, thorough, and very caring.”

Paulette J. Ozar, M.A., MFT

"I wasn't sure of what to expect, but this class was great.  Stuart is a very interesting instructor who is very generous with his knowledge"

Michele Kellog, LCSW

“I have known Stuart both as a colleague and as an instructor.  His knowledge of his field of expertise and his ability to communicate this knowledge is truly impressive.  He has a very reassuring way about him, and it is easy to see why he is so effective both as teacher and clinician.  Stuart has the ability to break down a complex subject into easily digestible component parts.  He has great enthusiasm for his work both as a clinician and as an instructor.  I offer my unqualified endorsement of Stuart Hellebrand.  You are welcome to contact me for any additional information.” 

Moss David Posner, M.D., California Department of Corrections

"Stuart is an excellent teacher and leader.  His enthusiasm is wonderful to be around and he has a terrific ability to engage participants.  His openness and candor is refreshing." 

Therese Garrett, MFT

“I took a CE class, which Stuart taught on clinical / psychotherapeutic applications of hypnosis.  I found that class to be highly beneficial and would recommend him to all psychotherapists who are interested in learning more about incorporating hypnosis into their clinical practice.

Some six months later, I called upon Stuart for feedback and guidance regarding a close family member of mine who had recently been diagnosed with a life threatening illness and who I thought / hoped would benefit from hypnosis.

Although I had done some hypnosis work with him already, his specific needs surpassed my experience base and confidence level and I reached out to Stuart for guidance and input, in terms of how I might further help him.

Stuart responded immediately to my request with empathy, compassion, guidance, and inspiration beyond belief.  He helped change the quality of my relative's life and both directly and indirectly, the scope of my practice."

Gayle Genette, Ph.D.

“Stuart’s class in March of 2009 gave me the confidence to use his method in the first induction, using the arm raising induction to ensure that the patient had actually been hypnotized.  Since the class, I have worked with about 20 clients in hypnosis.  I found it easy to integrate into my practice even with clients I had already been seeing for awhile.  Typically, I use hypnosis in the context of psychotherapy for a specific problem.  Therapy generally continues after the problem symptom has been resolved.

Some examples for which I have integrated hypnosis into my practice follow:

1. I worked with an adult female patient with Bipolar I Disorder who had significant problems with perfectionism.  She found improvement in 5 sessions.
2. I worked with an adult male patient with Panic Disorder on his panic attacks and was able to get significant results in 10 sessions.  He may have not needed more than 6 but he loved the relaxed state it put him in so much that we continued to use the script.
3. I worked with a female teenager diagnosed with Acute Stress Disorder and helped her better cope with the traumatic event of a violent incident with her boyfriend and father of her child.  After 5 sessions, she was much better able to cope with her thoughts and feelings regarding the event.  She did not go on to meet criteria for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder.
4. I worked with a male teenager diagnosed with Anxiety Disorder NOS to better relax and be less reactive to situations around him.  We worked together for 6 sessions on this.
5. I worked with an adult female on quitting smoking and after 7 sessions, she stopped smoking all together.
6. I helped a young female adult with procrastination in 4 sessions.  She no longer procrastinates.
7. I assisted an adult female patient with a fear of needles in 7 sessions.  She is now able to get her blood drawn without difficulty.”

Melody London, Ph.D.

"I leave with practical information that I can use now." 

Susan Thornton, LMHC - RAS

"As nicely sculptured a presentation as I have seen" 

John Pickering, Ph.D.

"I enjoyed this workshop to the fullest."

Toni Garcia, ASW and AOW Counselor

“The workshop gave direction about possibilities for some of my clients.  Stuart makes me want to learn more.”

Carole Thompson, MFT

"This past Saturday's conference was a drastic change from numerous professional conferences.  The material was very organized, easily referable, clear, succinct, and captivating of attendees' attention.  The best part of it all was that the material was applicable.  Your choice of lecturers was excellent.  Stuart Hellebrand was just as I described above, so I owe AATBS a debt of thanks." 

Moss Posner, M.D.

“Great!  …  Answered the "How to, Why's, etc.”

Paulette Watson, MA, MFTT

“More than I expected or hoped; Stuart is highly skilled and compassionate.”

Raymond Brittain, LCSW

"I am still using self-hypnosis 5-6 times a week and have thus far had incredible results.  Things are going well and are in line for a successful third year in veterinary school."

Matt S.

"I took my son to see Stuart to enhance his basketball skills using hypnosis.  He first explained to us exactly what to expect during the session.  Stuart specifically worked with my son to enhance his shooting ability.  It was amazing how much my son used the visualization and focusing techniques during his practices.  Prior to this treatment my son had a hard time making freethrow shots; at the conclusion of working with Stuart, my son became the best freethrow shooter on the team.  We both were thrilled with the results!"

Greg C.