Appreciation

Client & Participant/Student Comments

This is a sampling of comments from individual hypnosis clients, from workshop participants and one or two from colleagues and friends. We thank each and every one for sharing this feedback with us. If you are a client, participant or student who would like to share a comment, please email us . If you are interested in setting up an individual appointment or pre-registering for a class, the best way to contact us is by phone. (610) 927-7733.

[Concerned about travel? Maintaining continued weight loss? Finding a balance bewteen weight loss and enjoying the occasional pleasureful treat? The following is a comment shared by a client, which demonstrates typical client experiences. This path to weight loss by way of about deprivation and dieting.
It's the "Alpha" route of of ease and joy!]

"I am continuing with my healthy nutrition choices, and have dropped two more pounds for a total of 22 since October 9 !!! It's so easy !!! I was thrilled to be away for 8 days and not gain...even had a few meals out and a (homemade) cookie or two at my Uncle's."

Weight Loss

"I am so very blessed to have met you and have the privilege to experience working with you. What a joy you are, and a rare gem indeed. Having lost 2.5 dress sizes, I look forward to a very bright future of love and joy. Thanks! I couldn't have done it without your help!"

"Thank you for our sessions together... they were timely and right on! Working with you seemed like being with an old friend - we connected right away and I felt so empowered. The post-session assignments you suggested were a breeze. The results so far... my short-term goal was reached in June by being able to get into an outfit that has been in my closet for 2 years. I was finally able to wear a ring that my husband gave me for our 20th anniversary - it's still snug but I got it on my finger! I'm still a work in progress and seeing that additional sessions will be beneficial for continuing support. Looking forward to talking to you again soon!"

"My sessions in your big chair in the Blacksburg office were very good. I was very pleased with the results I achieved when I was working with you. Not only did I lose weight almost effortlessly, but I felt so much more relaxed following our sessions. Very important with a busy job and two children. I felt like my kids were getting a benefit too-a healthier and more relaxed mom."

"Just a note to thank you for the wonderful success we have had together. I am blessed to tell you that I'm wearing pants from my closet that have not seen the light of day for two years!! They even have some room in them! I am so pleased and happy about this milestone. I also pulled a shirt out not worn for a long time and it fits...what a wonderful experience."

"My 'new look' has been noticed and complimented, which feels GREAT. I find it is not a problem to stick with my eating preferences, and still enjoy a few "extra" things. Also it's interesting to notice that what is normal for me, leaves me sitting there chewing on my first helping while others have long since polished off seconds!"

"Twenty pounds made a big difference to me, being only five foot nothing! The best part about losing this way is it is absolutely effortless! Thank you, thank you, thank you! You will always be in my heart."

“I was amazed to discover that I didn't want cheesecake, even after I made some for my family. I took two bites and pushed it away. I just had no desire for it!”

“I am now running three miles on my treadmill and I have lost 14 pounds.”

“I'm BACK!”

“Weight loss is still holding steady even after a wild wedding, a week of traveling and welcome home parties. Thank you so much for everything. You are the greatest. I haven't stuffed myself since coming to see you…I even fit into a size 4 skirt the other day!”

“I know I can eat anything I want to. I just don't want to!”

“I think of you often I am still slim at 118 pounds!”

“Kanta, thanks for making this [slim] picture possible!”

“I feel completely satisfied with much less food now.”

“I amazed at how effective this is. Let me tell you what happened this weekend. I drove to my usual restaurant and pulled into the parking lot. And then, I didn't go in. I just didn't want to….so, I drove away. Like I said, I am amazed.”

Smoking Cessation

“I smoked for 40 years. I was amazed at how easy it was.”

“Thank you for helping me to become a non-smoker. I'm going to refer my patients to you. If I can do it, anyone can do it.”

After twenty years of a two-pack-a-day habit, I am happy to be finally free of it. Thanks.”

“When I see a group at work smoking, I just find something else to do. I am happy to be a non-smoker now.”

Dear Rev. Bosniak,

I'd like to thank you again for the hypnotherapy sessions that you facilitated at Reading Area Community College. You made it so easy for us to find the times and dates that would work for everyone. I really appreciated your guidance in how to maximize the success of the program.

As you are aware, our students are part of a chapter of Colleges Against Cancer with the American Cancer Society. It was imperative that we brought in someone who could help our students and staff to quit smoking or lose weight. By offering both sessions three times within a week, your time spent with us was wonderful!!

I have had nothing but positive feedback from the participants. Since I personally participated in the quit smoking sessions, I am happy to say that I have not smoked a cigarette since you left our campus. I tried to quit at least six or seven times and feel confident this time that I can stay smoke free. The strategies that you offered to continue with the success are already helping me!!

I would love to bring you back on campus during the fall semester or even sooner (we had several students who heard about the program too late who are very interested). I would highly recommend your services to all the colleges in the area as well as any business that would like to offer help to their employees with such vital health issues. Thank you again!

Sincerely,
Sue Gelsinger
Student Activities Coordinator

Spirituality: Meditation & Self-Hypnosis, Prosperity & Creativity

"I really enjoyed our sessions and just getting to know you better. You are a beautiful person and quite a woman to look up to. You have met and overcome so many challenges and you are still so positive and encouraging. I hope that I can be that way for others too!"

"I want you to know I am getting so much out of our work together. You are an excellent teacher and spiritual coach. You have uncanny way of knowing what needs to be addressed in each session. Do you meditate on this?"

"You really have a magical way about you. Your gift is truly a blessing and I sincerely thank you for sharing it with me."

"I benefited greatly from our work together. And now, I feel comfortable with "trusting the process," while paying attention along the way! Meeting you had a great effect on me. The positive energy you shared with me has helped me to grow into myself, and as a result, I am able to share more positive energy with the universe. I am calm as I seek the path that will take me to the place where I will resonate with the universe most strongly."

"I continue to grow and heal and discover my passions. I am lucky to have met such a fine teacher."

“You have given me a great gift…I've opened up in my art and new forms are coming through-one that I thought of during the weekend [I began working with you].”

“The techniques I have learned to access my creativity and relax myself have been very helpful to my work and continued success and the Guided Meditations have been very pleasant and relaxing. I recommend you to anyone and everyone.”

“…Kanta wanted to make sure my doctor was comfortable with our working together, which she is. She made it clear that she would not be counseling or practicing psychotherapy or medicine, that her role would be as a hypnotist, meditation teacher and minister. She clearly expressed that hypnosis was not a replacement for medical care, but a spiritually based complement. As this was what I wanted, I was happy to work with her….

…I found I was able to relax well during our time together and found her positive images and affirmations helpful tools for learning to redirect my focus. During each session I was given at least two possible exercises to try at home to help me relax and find comfort at will, all of which were useful...

…I am very happy to tell you that my expectations for any comfort resulting from the exercises and hypnosis sessions Kanta provided were far exceeded. I was able to start back to work (after three months of not being able to)…Kanta is an excellent teacher, a wonderful listener and a creative spiritual educator. She was totally professional in her conduct with me. She clearly stated her boundaries and expectations, kept her appointments, maintained confidentiality of her other clients, and was straightforward about being a spiritual, not a medical approach. Her teaching was affordable and certainly worthwhile in a very lasting way."

Thank you for all your help. You were an answer to my prayers…not only a sports performance hypnotist, but a spiritual one at that!

“I am writing in appreciation of the coaching and Guided Meditation. I found the techniques you taught me to be useful and beneficial in my daily life and I appreciate that you were respectful of my [Native American Spirituality] path. Thanks again!"

“Anyone who is serious about self-awareness and improvement would benefit tremendously from this highly professional, gifted individual.”

“It's always fun [my sessions], and I always get so much out of it!”

“I am a former history teacher who has taken time off to pursue a career in documentary filmmaking. It's been a year now since my first session with Kanta…focused on moving forward [into my career]. Since then I have worked on three documentaries, co-produced one and have had HBO interested in funding a future project. Kanta's commitment to hypnosis combined with her gentleness is unparalled. We are blessed to have her in this world.”

“I enjoyed your encouraging, affirming approach in helping me grow and explore new dimensions of my spirit.”

“I have received an offer to publish my novel. Thanks for helping me to achieve this next step.”

“I appreciated the visualization for my audition. I got the part and I hope you come see the play!”

“I just wanted to share my happiness with you. I won a prize in photography.”

“As time goes on, the sessions continue to help me feel a unity with my Spirit and expressing creativity. This has aided my work as an actress. I am able to focus on my work more clearly, listen more generously and be in the world of the play. I feel very confident in my acting technique now.”

“My Prosperity sessions were exceedingly successful… At one point, I felt a physical change take place and felt an absolute assurance prosperity was coming…Within two weeks, I got the job of my dreams. I reccommend this highly for anyone interested in conscious creation of their own success.”

“In the three weeks or so since the sessions I have experienced new openings I know are attributable to the sessions. I am moving forward rapidly on a film project with a scheduled trip to Oregon in November. …I've had an unexpected source of income pop up that will jumpstart the project, and I've been contacted by a writer for a national publication.”

“[Kanta] is uniquely qualified to work with artists because she is herself a gifted painter, writer and craftsperson…I know my best images and ideas emerge from a deep, only partially conscious place, and this place Kanta knows well. Anything can happen here. Magical beings can become your allies...the energetic presence of the muse is real and she knows how to invoke it....I've been able to take my work to a new level…confident…realigning the importance of delivering my vision to the world.

Mental Coaching, Weight Management, Prosperity, & Inner Beauty Sacred Space, Creativity Workshops & More…

“Our competitive team and their parents really appreciated the presentation of mental coaching for optimum performance. The girls learned techniques that will definitely help them…our highest level gymnast used your “in your circle” drill to execute a difficult dismount off bars that she hadn't done since the summer.” Cheryl Risk, Head Coach, Virginia Techniques Gymnastics

“I would sincerely like to thank you for allowing my classes the opportunity to benefit from your teaching. As they reach for their goals of self-improvement, the lesson you taught them will help them find anchors of success…I am a strong believer in the power of the skills that you teach. Your coaching will undoubtedly elevate the performance of any individual that utilizes your service.” Derek S. Smith, American Martial Arts Center

Fitness is important for Marines! Here is a sampling of comments from a workshop we did for US Marines at Camp LeJeune, Midway Park Center:

“The session was very informative and relaxing. I would recommend this to all. Thank you for coming here! I am going home with a very positive outlook.”

“I really want to thank you for being here today for the session and the information handout. The assistance you provided will help us.”

That felt good! Thanks so much. Let me know when you are coming back, so I can tell all my friends.” Marine Corps participant

“Beauty is the essence of soul. Kanta's altars speak deeply. Her workshop inspires our own connection to this deep source.” – ARE participant [and private practice therapist]

“Wonderful creative experience with lots of ideas and insights. I especially liked the small group sharing of goals, desires and support.” ARE participant

“This was a very unusual and creative presentation.” ARE participant

“In 28 years of workshops at the ARE, I have never seen one that was better or better received.” –ARE staff member

“Thank you for the play, gifts and penetrating thought.”

“My little pouch has been filled.”

“Your kindness is amazing. Thank you both for the deep meditation.”

“Thank you for such a delightful experience!”

“Kanta, thank you for being the God-conscious woman that you are. Your ministry has been used by God to bring deeper inner peace to me personally.”

“What a wonderful program, taking our spiritual awareness to a new level. What joy and love!”

“A beautiful offering. I loved everything we did.”

“Wonderful exercise. I loved the playing!”

“You were the spark of inspiration and motivation that has given the kids the foundation they needed…your insight creativity and sense of purpose in the workshop you created for us was right on the mark and we were impressed with what you brought to the table. You took a very tight timeline and created a plan that had impact, worked and was fun…We would highly recommend that other organizations get in touch with you and work with you because of what you provide to people of all ages....We acknowledge who you are in the world as people making a difference in so many ways.” Jeff Clapp, Where Art Lives Project Coordinator Red Bank, NJ

“The experience was inspiring...I highly recommend the workshop.” Joan Compton, Board of Trustees, Unity in Greensboro

“The altar Kanta created with the participants was beautiful and the group sharing of things to release and things to manifest was a powerful experience...I reccommend [this workshop] to any Unity Church or other group that is seeking to explore creativity as it relates to Spirit (as indeed all creativity does) or to deepen the connection with the Divine in the daily life of its members.” Barbara Pollack, Events Coordinator, Crystal Coast Unity

“Please let this letter serve as the highest of professional recommendations for Kanta Bosniak. I met Kanta this past May, when she was Artist-in-Residence at Omega Institute and teaching staff development workshops in painting and altarmaking…Kanta is a artist who brings a great deal of spirituality to her work. Her gifts as a teacher lie in her ability to draw people's artistic abilities out and to the forefront. She created a safe, fun and upbeat atmosphere, which made us all comfortable enough to allow our expressions to flow. Her passion, ebullience and support were enough to turn people like myself who have never painted before into artists whose works are on display throughout the campus. Any holistic education center or individual interested in self emergence through art will benefit from an association with Kanta Bosniak.” Mwezi Mtoto

“I can't get enough. The entire joy of making and appreciating art in all its forms for the rest of my life has been inspired by you. Your guided visualizations have made me want to know and learn more.” Omega participant

“Thank you for inspiring me. Thank you for awakening my creativity.” Omega participant

“Thank you for enabling me to express my artistic creativity. Some people come into our lives, leave footprints in our heart, and we are never, ever the same.” Omega participant.

“Your sacred space has awakened a creative desire in me to express more than my usual light. I have been inspired by your very personal creativity, which brings a tribal, nurturing femininity to one corner of an unhealed world. Thank you for sharing your vision, your wisdom and your insights.” Omega participant.

“Kanta presented ‘Practical Sacred Space” staff development workshops in altarmaking and visionary art as Artist-in-Residence at Omega this May. Participants expressed delight at her enthusiasm and loving presence. Kanta encouraged any first-time artists and engaged new and more experienced students with a sense of playful enjoyment. She established excellent rapport with participants and demonstrated outstanding skill, talent, leadership, and knowledge of her field. Likewise, Kana was consistently proactive and thorough in organizing logistics for her workshops, and she demonstrated great flexibility and responsiveness in all matters as they arose. We were very pleased to have Kanta as part of our Omega community and hope she will join us again next season.” Cheryl Berkowitz, Staff Programs Coordinator, Omega Institute

“This letter is a professional endorsement of Kanta Bosniak's work. Her “Visionary Art” and “Sacred Space” workshops were presented to women in my area recently. As a chiropractor with 17 years' experience in working with individuals who have varied spiritual and health needs, I found her ability to articulate with precision her concepts to be unsurpassed. This quality is wonderfully married to her skillful means of creating a nurturing and non intimidating space where people of widely different artistic as well as personal backgrounds are able to safely explore their “growing edge.”

Kanta exhibits a refined ability to respond within the moment the needs of the group as well as to the needs of the individual. Her work has broad applications such as corporate team-building, interfaith understanding and personal growth…I recommend Kanta with great enthusiasm to any individual or group interested in facilitating the process whereby the human spirit is consciously and joyfully integrated into daily living.” Dr. Gina Alexander, Center for Vital Health, Shallotte, NC

“What an inspiration! Kanta Bosniak visited our spiritual interfaith community for a weekend and as well as being an extraordinary installation artist of sacred altars, personal and public, we were captivated by her powerful story, the impact of her work and her knowledge in the realm of “ Returning to the Sacred.”

Her message is so timely, not only for our own lives , but for the collective life of the planet as well. We were so impressed with her passion for her subject, her effective leadership and how she held the interest of a large audience.

We wish her well in this important work of awakening others to the new paradigm of the Sacred!" Gary Culp, Pastor, Pebble Hill Church Doylestown, PA

“Kanta Bosniak was among the many prominent artists, writers and thinkers that I interviewed and included in my HBO/Cinemax and PBS television movie, “The Gospel According to Jesus,” by Stephen Mitchell. I have known her and her work for many years and I find her a compelling artist, excellent writer and highly committed and talented teacher. In particular I find her altar work to be on the cutting edge of both art and healing.” Norris J. Chumley, Executive Producer, Magnetic Arts, NY

[Norris Chumley is a talented Emmy-award-winning writer and producer. Some of his beautiful, thought-provoking works include “The Gospel According to Jesus, by Stephen Mitchell,” the PBS Series “Getting the Love You Want” with Harville Hendix, PhD, and “Who Am I? Why am I Here?” with Thomas Moore. He is also the author of “The Joy of Weight Loss: A Spiritual Guide to Easy Fitness,” a book which we highly recommend.]

“Kanta was able to share her knowledge in such an articulate and passionate manner that it awakened and inspired others in their process of personal growth… She was able though her leadership and member participation to awaken others to their own “inner artist” and spiritual growth. Her passion and joy for her work yet her ability to remain grounded and extend others the invitation to reach inward for their own expression of creativity is truly a remarkable skill and a gift not only to those in a small group but to the larger community. There are many people who inspire us. Kanta is the embodiment of inspiration.” Elaine DeLise, Wilmington, NC

“If art is the soul of life, then Kanta is a beautiful rainbow. This became even more evident to me during the altar making workshop led by Kanta the day after her show opened at Urban Artware…The altarmaking workshop through its magical blending of art, spirituality, and connection with others helped me refocus and get back on track…

…As I write this I am fully aware that there is no way I can possibly express in words what knowing Kanta and experiencing one of her workshops has done (and continues to do) for me. Kanta is a Peaceful Warrior. Daily she fights the good fight to inspire, transform and support the ever-widening circle of people that come into contact with her. I strongly encourage anyone who has the opportunity to experience at least some of Kanta, whether it is one of her paintings, fiber art, or something as huge as one of her workshops. It will change your life.” -Millicent Greason, Owner of Urban Artware, Gallery of Contemporary American Art and Fine Crafts, Co-Founder of the SEED Collective, non-profit gallery and community center, Vice President of the Downtown Arts District Association, Winston-Salem, NC