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Benefit from the experience and knowledge of these outstanding experts

Heddy Keith[CH, CI; HK Hypnosis LLC,Milwaukee, WI] earned abachelor’s degree in educa-tion from UW-Milwaukee, anda master’s from CambridgeCollege, Cambridge, MA. Shehas researched Post Trau-matic Stress Disorder andworked with veterans who

suffer from it, teaching them meditation andjournaling skills. She tells her personal experi-ence with PTSD in her healing memoir,Through it all: The Men I Choose to Love andthe Lessons learned. . . . . . . . . . . . . .310104

Maurice Kershaw[MA, BCH, FNGH, OB; Cana-dian Institute Of Hypnotism,Cote Saint-Luc, Quebec, Canada] is a hypnotist & col-lege professor & has been inthe hypnosis field since 1952,when he founded the Can-adian Institute of Hypnotism,a full-service hypnosis center.

He taught full credit courses of NGH since1952. He is Chairman of the NGH BoardCertification Committee & recipient of the Rex-ford L. North Award. . . .11123, 21024, 33092

Dorothy Kerzner[CH; Danvers, MA] is a certi-fied hypnotist, yoga teacherand body worker. She hasdeveloped an Umi character(nicknames oo-mee) that rep-resents the inner self. Theprogram uses hypnosis tohelp the client gain flexibility inmind/body, therapeutic yoga

movement to align the body, breathing andstretching. She teaches at her hypnosis andyoga center and North Shore CommunityCollege. . . . . . .11071, 12092, 21071, 31071

Laura Boynton King[BCH, CI; Summit Hypnosis &Wellness, Lake Park, FL] isan experienced hypnotist,NLP practitioner and CertifiedHypnosis Instructor and lifecoach now specializing inwellness & self-developmentprograms, sports perform-ance, overcoming perform-

ance anxiety, peak performance, pain reduc-tion, increasing memory and concentration,test anxiety, weight loss and stress manage-ment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .123, 12093, 33091

Nancy Klase[CH, CI; Mindfield Hypnother-apy Center, Wilmington, NC]is a Certified Hypnotist and aCertified Instructor with theNGH. She is a Licensed Spi-ritual Counselor and a ReikiPractitioner. Nancy foundedMindfield Hypnotherapy Cen-ter where she continues a full-

time practice. Nancy has a professional back-ground in human resources. She is dedicatedto helping people resolve their issues and findtheir inner strengths. . . . . . .210106, 320208

Dan LaRosa[CI, OB; Train Your Brain Institute, Middletown, CT] became interested in hypno-sis after failing public speak-ing twice in college. His self-improvement workshops arepresented throughout the US,the Caribbean, Europe, andmost recently on the aircraft

carrier USS NIMITZ for military personnelreturning from the Persian Gulf. Dan is a mas-ter hypnotist and a Certified Instructor for theNGH and a proud recipient of the Order of theBraid. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21055, 311204

Leigh Ann Ledbetter[CH; Atlanta, GA] has had adiverse career which hasgiven her training and experi-ence in mediation, investiga-tion, teaching and the healingarts. She has worked exten-sively with minority childrenand at risk youth in inner cityenvironments. An NGH Cer-

tified Hypnotist and full-time practitioner, sheconducts workshops with youth and teens inthe use of dreams as tools for creative inspira-tion and problem solving. . . . .210804, 22023

Cynthia Lindner[CH; Advanced Hypnother-apy, Jefferson, NY] earnedher NGH certification in 1984,is an NLP Trainer and is a fre-quent speaker at the conven-tion and the LI Chapter ofNGH. She has a successfulpractice and helps peoplethrough the effective applica-

tion of hypnosis & NLP. She launched a videoproduction company specializing in the smallmedia format and has helped many by pro-ducing successful videos. . . . . . . . . . .31032

Jason Linett[BCH, CI; Virginia Hypnosis,Alexandria, VA] is the Pres-ident of the Northern VA NGHChapter, a Board CertifiedHypnotist, Trainer, MasterNLP Practitioner, Entrepre-neur, and host of the WorkSmart Hypnosis podcast. Hewas honored with the 2013

Ormond McGill Chair. He has been featuredon CNN, FOX, CBS, and The Travel Channel,and he has been the subject of dozens ofnewspaper articles. . .210803, 31086, 32107

Roxanne Louise[CH, OB, BA; Unlimited Po-tential, Faber, VA] is a Hyp-notist, Reiki Master, & Dow-ser, who has received 5national awards including theOrder of Braid from NGH. Shedivides her time between pri-vate practice, teaching, andwriting several books. She is

known for her ability to integrate multiplemodalities for a powerful effect that enablesprofound healing not possible with one modal-ity alone. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11035, 22043

Marcel Klasen[BCH, CI, OB; Fairfield Well-ness Center, Southport, CT] isan NGH Board Certified Hyp-notist/Certified Instructor withover 25 years of experienceas a practitioner and presen-ter. He teaches practical hyp-notic methods to create superfast solutions for many chal-

lenges. He uses the essence of vibrationalhealing. He is co-author of Everyday MiraclesIn Hypnotherapy and author of the popularself-help book HEALING It’s Not What YouThink. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11025, 22116, 32084

John Koenig[BCH, CI; Barrington, RI] is aBoard Certified Hypnotist andCertified Instructor who hasbeen in practice since 1998with offices in Rhode Islandand Southeastern MA. He isthe co-author of The HypnoticCoach: Creating a life youlove by combining hypnosis

with personal coaching. His work has beenfeatured on both NBC and ABC national tele-vision. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31033

Jason Kropidlowski[CH; ROC Hypnosis, Church-ville, NY] was introduced tohypnosis back in 1987, & hasused it throughout his life. Heis a Certified Consulting Hyp-notist, Certified Sports Hyp-notist, and a member of NGH.He continues practicing hyp-nosis, and discovering many

more important and fulfilling uses for hypnosis.He has made a career of his passion, and isdedicated to share the life altering benefits ofhypnosis with others. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21021

Tony Kyprios[CH; Change Your Mind AndKeep It, Toowoomba, Queen-sland, Australia] has workedwith both indigenous & non-indigenous Australian chil-dren. He began his career asa Transpersonal & EmotionalRelease Counselor using ex-pressive methods. In 2005,

he became a clinical hypnotist and a practi-tioner of NLP. Later he went on to attain hisMaster Practitioners and Train the Trainer inNLP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .210804, 22023

Ed Lane[BCH, CI; A New You Centerfor Hypnosis, Dover, NH] received his NGH Certifi-cation in 2003 and becameBoard Certified in 2007. Hetook his practice to full-time in2005 & specializes in smokingcessation, weight reduction,pain and stress management,

sleep issues and fertility. Ed has worked withthe medical community to complement tradi-tional medical treatments. . . . . . . . . .210104

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Your 2017 NGHConvention Faculty

Tricia Meister[BCH, CI; Hamilton, Waikato,New Zealand] is a BoardCertified Hypnotist, with morethan 25 years’ experience.She has found a growingnumber of clients, particularlyfrom the corporate world whoharbor resentment. Holdingon to past hurts leads to a

lack of confidence, and impairs personalgrowth and physical health and well-being.Learning to move past these issues empow-ers clients to change their thinking & their out-comes, leading to positive success. . . .11101

Robert Merlin[CH, CI; Greensboro, NC]has been in full-time privatepractice for over 5 years. Hehas built his practice fromscratch into a thriving busi-ness. He is a certified PastLife Regressionist and LifeBetween Lives Therapist. Hehas done hundreds of Past

Lives and Life Between Lives sessions duringhis years in practice. He also teaches addi-tional seminars and workshops on the sub-jects every year. . . . . . . . . . . .21025, 310112

Andria Michele[CH, CI; Lead, SD] hasowned 2 hypnosis business-es in 2 different states, sellingher last business to a studenta few years ago. She nowconsults and partners withhypnosis businesses, trainshypnotists in her special “im-mersion method”, and does

hypnosis coaching full-time. Her passion ishelping turn part-time hypnosis businessesinto full-time practices that support the hypno-tist and the community s/he serves. . .210113

Chuck Mignosa[CH; The Way Out is In, SanJose, CA] is a CertifiedHypnotist, Reiki Sensei, NLPMaster Practitioner. He haslectured & performed aroundthe world with Ormond Mc-Gill. He teaches both the artand science of hypnotism &magic. He is a member of the

NGH, the Academy of Magical Arts, thePsychic Entertainers Association, the Inter-national Brotherhood of Magicians. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110103, 32086, 311209

Ulrike Milner[CH; Bad Oeynhausen, Ger-many] has been in practicefor 10 years. She is a regis-tered German naturopathicdoctor, a Certified Hypnotist,NLP Master Trainer, NGHCertified Instructor, Hypno-Coach and Power Mentor. InJanuary 2017, she will open

her education center which provides seminarsand workshops for companies, business andindividuals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31083

Monica Marusceac[BCH; MacLean, VA] as aBoard Certified Hypnotist in aprivate practice, helps clientsby using hypnosis to reframepainful past experiences,release subconscious emo-tional blocks, and forecastthemselves into a future ofabundant success in every

sense of the word. In addition to helping peo-ple with classic problems such as quittingsmoking, losing weight, she helps people mit-igate their suffering from chronic pain andmigraines and more. . . . . . .110105, 120703

Illya Mashalidis[CH; Hypnosis for Relief,Richmond Hill, Ontario, Can-ada] graduated with an MBAand an Engineering degree incomputers. Over the last 20years he owned & ran a soft-ware company that designed& developed enterprise widecustom software. His interest

in hypnosis started as a 12 year old in Greece,when he found a book on self-hypnosis andtried it. He became more serious with hypno-sis and got his NGH certification. . . . .310111

Janice Matturro[CH, CI; The Inner Workshop,Eastchester, NY] is an NGHCertified Consulting Hypnotistand Certified Instructor. Morerecently, she has pursuedindependent study in the fieldof dreams and is a CertifiedDream Teacher. In 2006, shewas awarded a PhD in the

alternative field of studies: World Religions,Psychic and Spiritual Sciences and PastoralStudies in Therapeutic Counseling and Inter-faith Ministries. . . . . . . . . . . . . .11111, 12026

Fredric Mau[BCH, CI; Watermark Person-al Improvements, LLC, Co-lumbia, SC] is an internation-ally recognized hypnosis ex-pert, speaker, & author who isknown for his careful resear-ch. As a practicing hypnotist,and Licensed ProfessionalCounselor, he typically sees

25 to 30 clients a week. He has spoken to avariety of audiences, including physicians,dentists and counselors on uses of hypnosisin their fields. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11043, 22093

Scott McFall[DCH, CH, LMT; Christian Hypnosis Association and Christian Hypnosis Connec-tion, Cape Coral, FL] is thefounder of the Dakota Hyp-nosis chain of hypnosis cen-ters. He is an internationalhypnosis advocate with stu-dents and product sales

worldwide. A veteran of hypnosis practice,Scott currently teaches hypnosis, tours as astage hypnotist, and enjoys corporate speak-ing on achievement. . . . . . . .210101, 320210

Patricia MacIsaac[FNGH, BCH, CMI, OB, RN;South Shore Hypnosis Cen-ter, Hingham, MA] brings over20 years of nursing experi-ence to her successful prac-tice. She is a master hypnotistand Certified Instructor. Sheteaches the NGH Certifica-tion Course at the NGH Con-

vention. A recipient of the NGH Instructor ofthe Year & various awards, she has been apresenter at the NGH Convention for years.She is on the NGH Advisory Board. . . . .152

Craig Mackay[CH, CI; Astoria, NY] is anNGH Certified Hypnotist andInstructor with his own full-time practice in New York.Since moving to the US fromhis Native Scotland he hasfound his passion in helpinghis clients reach their goalsand overcome challenges.

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Robert Martel[BCH; Positive Results Hyp-nosis, Sterling, MA] is aConsulting Hypnotist. He ispresident of the NGH Com-monwealth Chapter, servingeastern and central MA. Overthe past 4 years in practice,and for the past 23 as a mar-keting consultant, Bob has

used the 16 core desires to help clientsachieve remarkable results in their changework. He has developed a unique approach toclient centered success. . . . .210810, 21041

Brenda Martin[CH; Lowell, MA] has been aConsulting Hypnotist for 6years. She is trained in pedi-atric hypnosis and is certifiedin pain management. She isalso a certified NLP MasterPractitioner and a QS60, QuitSmoking specialist. She hasa passion for working with

people. She brings passion into the hypnoticexperience with the clients. She has beenworking with her husband on various Meetupworkshops on hypnosis and NLP. . . . .23081

Kevin Martin[CH; Positive Effects, LLC,Lowell, MA] is an author,speaker, hypnotist, and NLPmaster practitioner. He hasmentored & coached individu-als and groups, helping themachieve their goals in boththeir professional and person-al lives. He has been deliver-

ing a variety of workshops for his hypnosisand NLP Meetup groups for several years,while maintaining a growing consulting hypno-tism business. . . . . . . . . . . . . .11032, 23081



Michael Myers[CH, CI; Palm Desert, CA] istrained in developing anddelivering training for busi-ness. He has been a hypno-tist for 19 years. He is aCertified Instructor by NGH.He has been practicing dailymeditation for 43 years takingmany courses. He has creat-

ed and facilitates HypnoMeditaton, self-hyp-nosis as a meditative technique to discoveryour greatness. He has HypnoMeditationclasses on a weekly basis and teaches this toeach client. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11053

Suzi Nance[CH, CI; Newport Center forHypnotherapy, Newport, RI] isboth a Certified Hypnotist anda Certified Hypnosis Instructorwith the National Guild ofHypnotists, a motivational &inspirational speaker. She ispresident of Capitol RealtyCompany, a leading real

estate firm in Newport RI, she has held thatposition for the past 20 years. . . . . . . .21126

Andrew Neblett[CH; Integrative Natural Well-ness Associates, Ridgefield,CT] is a Certified Hypnotist,author, instructor, energy kin-esiologist, TBM practitioner,metaphysician, herbalist anda natural health consultant.He also practices aromathera-py, reflexology, EFT and iridol-

ogy. He has created two wellness modalities,Octoenergetics & Psychosomatic Kinesiology.He teaches seminars and workshops in theUSA and Europe. . . . . . . . . . .210107, 32108

Deborah Nettles[CH; Albany, NY]is the founder and director ofAlbany Hypnosis Center inAlbany, NY. Deborah workswith 55–60 clients each week,helping them to make positivechanges in their lives in a fun,safe environment. Not onlydoes she enjoy working with

clients, Deborah is also active in deliveringcorporate seminars and stage shows. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .210114

Thomas Nicoli[BCH, CI, OB; A Better YouHypnosis, Woburn, MA] is theauthor of A Better You byHypnosis and Thinking Thin –The Truth About Weight Loss.He was involved in DatelineNBC’s Ultimate Weight LossChallenge as one of the mostsuccessful parts of the study.

The success of his programs has been fea-tured on national & local television, radio andprint publications. He has received numerousawards from the NGH. . . .112, 12115, 21036

Jason O'Callaghan[CI; Blackrock, Dublin, Ire-land] is an award winningIrish psychologist and hypno-tist, who has spent the pastten years studying the ancientand mystical art of hypnosis.He was named on the collegehonor roll of for his researchinto the effects of hypnosis on

cancer patients to help them reduce stressand anxiety. He trained in CBT and counsel-ing, and volunteered for over 4 years in themental health sector to better understand theworkings of the human mind. . . . . . . . .12094

Angella Ocheltree[CH; Right Path Hypnosis,Marietta, GA] is certifiedthrough the NGH. Her educa-tion includes Neuro-LinguisticProgramming, and specialtycertifications in Education,Weight Loss, Moving ThroughIllness, Sports Performance,Golf Specialist, and she is

now working on Pain Management certifica-tion. She speaks to groups and organizationsabout the importance of mental, physical, andemotional health. . . . . . . . . . .210807, 23021

Ina Oostrom[CH; Oosterhout, Noord-Bra-bant, Netherlands] is current-ly working and living in boththe Netherlands and Kenyaand has international experi-ence in working with hypnosisand teaching in different cul-tures. She has met with min-isters & government officials,

giving presentations on entrepreneurship, net-working and culture. She has dedicate hertime to hypnosis for training, product develop-ment & individual sessions. . . .11031, 22114

Boris Opancha[BCH; HypnosisOnTheNet, Brooklyn, NY] has been in thefield of hypnotism since 1999.He became Board Certifiedby the NGH in 2002. His prac-tical knowledge in this subjectis from personal experience.In 2005, he received trainingin Polysomnography technol-

ogy and 2007 passed the exam and becamea Registered Polysomnography Technologist& is employed at New York University’s sleepdisorder center. . . .110106, 120708, 310102

Wendy Packer[CH, CI, OB, RN; New Roc-helle, NY] is the co-founder ofHypnoticBeauty.com. Wendyassists both adults and chil-dren in her home-based hyp-notism practice in New Roch-elle, NY. Wendy prides her-self in keeping up to theminute referencing support-

ive scientific research showcasing the mind-body connection. All of her clients are taughtthe NGH Simple 3 Step Process of Self-Hypnosis. . . . . . . 11022, 22115, 31114, 224

Maggie Minsk[CH, CI; Raleigh, NC] is aCertified Instructor & Consul-ting Hypnotist, Licensed Pro-fessional Counselor in NC, anationally Certified Counsel-or, a Certified Clinical TraumaProfessional, and a CertifiedClinical Military Counselor.She has been a certified hyp-

notist since 2006 and also teaches hypnosiscertification and mindfulness classes and hasher own private practice in Wake Forest, NC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21031

Helen Mitas[CH; Bulleen, Victoria, Austra-lia] is a leading Clinical Hyp-notist with a thriving clinic inMelbourne, Australia, a pub-lished author of the bookMindset Dominance, interna-tional speaker, business men-tor and respected leader inher field. Helen is dedicated

to raising the standard of hypnosis globally sothat hypnotists are valued, respected andcompensated for the amazing life changingwork that they do. . . . . . . . . . . .11095, 12027

William Mitchell[CI, BCH; Springfield, IL] isthe founder of Personal Mo-tivation Hypnosis Clinics witha focus on Weight Controland Smoking Cessation, andthe Mitchell Institute of Pro-fessional Hypnosis where heteaches as a Certified Instruc-tor for the NGH. He was hon-

ored with the 2009 NGH Religion & HypnotismAward. He also performs as a stage hypnotistfor schools, universities, fairs, and corpora-tions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11102, 110111, 22095

Johnny Moran[CH; Dun Laoighre, Dublin,Ireland] is a Clinical Hypnotistholding a honors master de-gree in Integrative & Human-ist Psychotherapy positions.He views hypnosis throughthe lens of a range of psy-chotherapies and specificallywhat makes for successful

hypnosis. His background in the businessworld was as a CPA, registered public auditor,business consultant, including owner of anumber of commercial businesses. . . .31102

Don Mottin[BCH, CI, FNGH, OB; Weirs-dale, FL] opened his firstoffice in 1980. He has hypno-tized over 44,000 people andhas the practical experiencein every phase of hypnosis.He is the only hypnotist to benamed Educator of the year 3times: 1993, 1996, 2000. In

1994, he received the Ormond McGill chair. In1997, he received the Rexford L. North Award.In 1998, Don received the Charles TebbettsAward. . . . . . . . . . .151, 11112, 12022, 21104



Michael Raugh[BCH; Second Trances Hyp-nosis, Laurel, MD] has over12 years experience in work-ing with clients and teachingprofessional hypnotism andNLP. As a self-described hyp-nosis geek, he collects inter-esting techniques from hyp-nosis, NLP, improv, and other

sources that bring something extra to the hyp-notic process, then shares them with othersthrough his classes and lectures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21116, 311210

Claude Andre Ribaux[CH; GO Claude Ribaux andRibaux & Partner, Zuerich,Switzerland] initiated his owntraining organization in 1991and started work as a full-time coach and therapist in1999. His experience wasused in many Asian countriessuch as Bangladesh, India,

Pakistan, Nepal, Vietnam, Mongolia, SriLanka. Today he runs his own coaching andtraining organization in Switzerland, teachesactive-alert hypnosis. . . . . . . .11117, 120709

Eric Richmond[BCH, CI; El Paso, TX] is aBoard Certified Hypnotist andCertified Instructor with theNGH. He is a Certified Regis-tered Nurse Anesthetist, EFTPractitioner, & Reiki Master.Eric has been doing meta-physical related hypnosis foryears. He has multiple certifi-

cations in past life regressions, and othermetaphysical topics. He is a regular visitor toSedona, AZ and is a regular speaker at semi-nars and events. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .310103

Ken-Adi Ring[CH, CI; Madison, WI] ismember of NGH; Hypnotistsince 2003, Certified Instruc-tor since 2010; Owner/CEOTri-Unity Wellife Associates,Ring is certified yoga/medita-tion instructor, Licensed Mas-sage Therapist and Instructor.Trained and taught Yoga and

Meditation starting with Kundalini, Kriya andTantric 1974, Hatha Yoga Teachers TrainingCertificate, Beh Ram, Rockford, IL, (1984). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .210811, 311211

Marc Sacco[CH, RN, CI; New Fairfield,CT] is an NGH Certified Con-sulting Hypnotist, a RN in theemergency department atDanbury Hospital’s Level IITrauma Center, and one ofthe owners and founders ofThe Patient Whisperers. Hehas been involved in emer-

gency management for over 25 years. He ison a mission to teach the advantages of inte-grating complementary medicine into thepractice of modern medicine. .31093, 320201

Frank Platzek[CH; Saint-Malo, Bretagne,France] began by practicinghypnosis through sport as ahigh-level sportsman. At theend of the 2000’s, he began toteach Ericksonian Hypnosis &NLP, at the Psynapse Instituteto technician level & teacherlevel with specializations in

gastric band, smoking, weight, spiritual hypno-sis and symbolic. He does many conferencesto people on brevess therapies and he’s thepresident of the French Federation Hypnosisand Breve Therapies. . . . . . . . . . . . . .311205

Lucy Portlock[CH; St. John, USVI] was cer-tified by the NGH in 1995 andhas been a member for 17years. She lives in St. John,US Virgin Islands and has ageneral practice there. Shehas recently been certified asa “Spiritual Regressionist (LifeBetween Lives)” by Michael

Newton. She trained at the Guild as well aswith Jerry Kein & Henry Bolduc for advancedhypnosis work and past life regression. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11024, 21023, 32104

Marcia Proctor[CH; Marcia Proctor Hypno-therapy, Germantown, MD] isa hypnotist in the metropolitanWashington, DC area and hasover 20 years’ experience inpracticing hypnosis to helpclients with a variety of issues,& often specializes in Smok-ing Cessation. She maintains

a private practice, and conducts certificationtraining classes. She has taught at localMaryland colleges, and runs her own school. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21045

David Quigley[CH; Alchemy Institute OfHypnosis, Santa Rosa, CA] isthe author of the popular text-book Alchemical Hypnother-apy & his new book Alchemyof Healing. Having used hyp-nosis to recover from rheuma-toid arthritis, he has devotedhis life to bring this healing

work to others. He has extensive training inGestalt, primal therapy, group process andJungian psychology as well as in Ericksonianand NLP. . . . . . . . .124, 210108, 32087, 226

Paul Ramsay[BCH, CI; Loudon, NH] hasused YouTube, Facebook,Twitter, and other new mediaforms to generate followersfrom all over the world. Hehas been interviewed by peo-ple in the US, England, Italy,and Australia because of hisability to create content about

hypnosis that people find engaging. Paul self-published a reality web series in 2013, andcontinues to produce content on multiple plat-forms in support of his brand. . . . . . .310113

Nicholas Pallesen[BCH, Whole Artist Hypnosis,Dumfries, VA] is a BoardCertified Hypnotist & CertifiedLaughter Yoga Leader whobalances a full schedule ofclients with an internationalperforming career in opera.Recent & upcoming perform-ances include the Metropol-

itan Opera, the English National Opera (UK),and Cologne Opera (Germany). His greatestjoy comes from making change fun and help-ing other artists get out of their own way, bothon stage and off. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21026

Karen Paolino Correia[CH; Heaven On Earth, Pem-broke, MA] is NGH CertifiedHypnotist, a Certified PastLife Regressionist and she iscertified as an Angel TherapyPractitioner. She developedSoul Entrainment to helpclients access the wisdom oftheir soul to heal and manifest

their heart’s desires. She is the author of 3books, What Would Love Do?, The EverythingGuide to Angels and 101 Ways to Meet YourAngels. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110112, 21096, 225

Robert Pargament[CH; The Westchester Hyp-nosis Center, Harrison, NY]has been using mind entrain-ment machines for more than20 years. It was the use ofthese machines that motivat-ed him to learn hypnosis. Hehas studied their history & ef-fectiveness. He is a CH, NLP

Practitioner & learned Pediatric Hypnosis &Medical Hypnosis. He’s appeared on ABC TV,NPR, profiled in The Best of WestchesterMagazine and many other media. . . . .31103

Lee Pascoe[BCH, CI, FNGH, OB; MindBoost Ltd, Dereham, Norfolk,UK] is an Australian in Europelecturing worldwide. Trainedin psychology, drama & lan-guages, she was lecturer forthe Australian Government.As a Certified Instructor, shehas helped train hundreds of

hypnotists and translated the Guild materialinto French. She appeared as cover storySept 2000 Journal and was awarded Order ofBraid in 2008. . . . . . . . .11094, 12113, 31095

Patricia Pearson[CI, CH; Harbor Center Hyp-nosis, Rochester Hills, MI] isan entertaining speaker, NGHCertified Hypnotist & Instruc-tor. She is a Certified Cog-nitive/Behavioral Therapist &Mental Health Educator. Sheis Licensed Michigan Master’slevel Psychologist and in pri-

vate practice since 1986. Her mix of hypnosisand Cognitive Behavioral Therapies havemanifested rapid change and joy in her clients’lives. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11107, 12046



Annelle Soponis[BCH, CI; Reading, PA] has aPhD in biology and taughtcollege level human anatomyand physiology for 20 years.She was trained in hypnosisand NLP in 2010 by Charlie &Nancy Curtis. She receivedfurther NGH training from Caland Maureen Banyan, Devin

Hastings, Don Mottin, and Richard Harte. AReiki Master, she specializes in pain manage-ment following Ron Eslinger’s protocol. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110114, 120710

Barbara Swanwick[BCH, CI, OB;Port Washington, NY] hasbeen practicing hypnosis for23 years, achieving successin all areas. Hypnosis canhelp you achieve your goalsand overcome obstacles inyour life. She trained asRubenfeld Synergist by Ilana

Rubenfeld, prior to becoming a hypnotist. Shehas incorporated these techniques into herregular practice. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .311212

Roy Thaller[CH; Vancouver, BC, Canada]has been a Consulting Hyp-notist with NGH since 2011.He has other certifications inhypnosis from The AustralianAcademy of Hypnosis & Ame-rican School of Hypnosis. Heholds a BSc and MSc fromthe University of British Col-

umbia. He also has a FBA, MBA, and PhDfrom several private universities. He teachersAwakening Dynamics, a new spiritual & meta-physical healing system. . . . . .21034, 31084

Vicky Thomas [CH; Rev ItUp! Hypnosis Centers, Palm-dale, CA] holds trainer certifi-cates from the NGH. This hasallowed her corporate out-reach program to open tospeaking engagements, cor-porate stress relief, weightloss, and smoking cessationprograms. Her medical out-

reach programs have focused on pain man-agement, weight management, and pre andpost surgical programs. . . . . . . . . . . . .11115

Melissa Tiers[CH, CI; The Center For Inte-grative Hypnosis, New York,NY] is an award winning pre-senter, author, and interna-tional trainer with a privatepractice in New York City.She is a 2 time winner of thePen and Quill Award for herbooks Integrative Hypnosis: A

Comprehensive Course in Change & Keepingthe Brain in Mind: Practical Neuroscience forCoaches, Therapists & Hypnosis Practition-ers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .125, 11026, 22112

Taylor Sherman[CH, CI; Rockville, MD] hasbeen a hypnotist in practicesince 2005. He is the co-author of Tranced Out: TheWorld’s First Instant and Ra-pid Inductions Home StudyCourse. In the Washington,DC Metro Area, Taylor is theco-owner of the Washington

DC Hypnosis Center. His expertise in innova-tive hypnotic techniques and language pat-terns comes from years of working with clientsin his private practice. . . . . . .110110, 22042

Billy Shilling[CI, CH, OB; Mind Works OfAlexandria, Alexandria, VA] isa retired US Navy Captainwith over 2 decades of serv-ice in submarines & specialoperations; he has led multi-disciplinary research efforts &projects and authored books& studies on submarine tac-

tics and operations. He has degrees in chem-istry, physiology and psychology which areintegral to understanding bio-psychosocialtheories of hypnosis. .21112, 21033, 320203

Lisa Sigsworth[CH, RN; Covington, LA] hasspent over 26 years in thefield of hospice. She is aCertified Hypnotist & has spo-ken at the Louisiana Missis-sippi Hospice and PalliativeCare Organization on the useof hypnosis in Hospice. She isthe author of the book Cros-

sing Over: Your Guide to Dying with Dignity.She has studied in India under the Lamas inDharmsala & Bir & was blessed to have stud-ied with the Dalai Lama while there. . .31031

Denise M. Simpson[CH; Courageous Heart Liv-ing, Derry, NH] is an expertcoach in money mind-set cre-ating breakthroughs in confi-dence, courage and charismaenabling clients to proliferatetheir income, take bold action,and improve health, relation-ships. With years of leader-

ship, award-winning training, outstandingresults as one of the world’s first EvolutionaryMeditation Facilitators, she is an accom-plished coach, speaker and author. . . .21056

Magen Slesinger[CH, BS; Waltham, MA] is theCoordinator of Fine, Applied,& Performing Arts for Water-town Public Schools. Magenbecame a Certified McCloskyVocal Technician in 2004. Shehas given lectures & demon-strations of the technique toteachers & musicians, teach-

es voice lessons, works with people with vocalhealth troubles and uses it with her chorus ofyoung singers to encourage healthy & beauti-ful vocal production. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31034

Rick Saruna[CI, CH; Body & Mind NaturalHealth, Windsor, Ontario,Canada] is a hypnotist, lectur-er and trainer. He runs a verybusy clinical practice wherehe sees on average 20 to 25clients a day. He has devel-oped many unique processesthat work with all clinical

issues most hypnotists will see and experi-ence. He has developed a process called“Thought Shifting” that eliminates negativeinner voices in a step-by-step easy process. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110107, 120705

Robert Saviola[CH; Treasure Island, FL] is aworld class hypnotist whoowns one of the most suc-cessful hypnosis offices in thecountry. Buffalo Hypnosis hasbeen located in the samemedical office for over 12years. He works closely withthe medical community while

receiving countless medical referrals andendorsements. He performs presentations topractitioners & the general public at a BuffaloNY area hospital. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21046

Amye Scharlau[CH, CI; Saint Paul, MN] is anCertified Consulting Hypnotist& Certified Instructor by NGHwith over 15 years of successon both the stage and heroffice in Saint Paul, MN. Sheholds two degrees from theUniversity of Saint Cather-ine’s. Amye presents lectures

and demonstrations to corporate clients andschools around the country. She has per-formed hundreds of comedy hypnosis showsfrom coast to coast. . . . . . . . . .11092, 12111

Elana Schondorf[LCSW, CH; L.I. Institute OfHypnosis & NLP, West Hemp-stead, NY] is a social workerand NLP trainer. She utilizes aunique blend of therapy andincorporates elements of con-ventional psychotherapy, tra-ditional and Eriksonian hyp-nosis, NLP, therapeutic touch,

and hypnodrama. NLP is used in her practice,both in and out of trance, to facilitate changesquickly, easily and effortlessly for her clients. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110104, 311202

Ariel Sherker[CH, CI; Montreal, Quebec,Canada] is a highly trainedCertified Hypnotist with NGH,a Certified Instructor of hyp-nosis as well as a motivationalspeaker. Ariel has exploredthe globe mastering the art ofholistic health, nutrition andmind/body medicine. She ap-

plies hypnosis to guide clients onto a path ofsuccess and help them to develop their mindwith the aspiration to simplify their journey. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11126, 12023



Roger Woods[CH, RN; Danbury, CT] is aNGH Certified ConsultingHypnotist, a RN in the emer-gency department at DanburyHospital’s Level II TraumaCenter, and one of the own-ers & founders of the PatientWhisperers. Roger has heldmany roles throughout his

nursing career. He is on a mission to teachabout the advantages of integrating comple-mentary medicine into the current practice ofmodern medicine. . . . . . . . . .31093, 320201

Margaret Worthington[CI, BCH; Westmont, NJ] hasover the span of 20 yearsstudied hypnosis and thesubconscious mind. Peoplefascinate her, which is whyshe has a psychology back-ground & a thriving hypnotismpractice where she encoun-ters secondary gain everyday

and has dealt successfully with it. She getsmany amazingly, challenging clients referredfrom the State Drug and Alcohol Program inher building. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110113, 21053

Deborah Yaffee[CH, CI; Shelburne Falls, MA]is an NGH Certified Consul-ting Hypnotist and CertifiedInstructor. She is a VeriditasCertified Labyrinth Facilitator,Reiki Master Teacher, Nutri-tionist & Senior Trainer withTai Chi for Health Institute.She is The Planet Whisperer®

and creator of Liberation Astrology®. Her spe-cialty is in integrating her various trainings toprovide clients with a total mind-body-spiritapproach. . . . . . . . . . .21022, 31085, 320209

Birgit Zottmann[Bad Vilbel, Germany] is aCertified Hypnotist & Hypno-sis Instructor. She is trainedas a MBSR (Mindful BasedStress Reduction) teacher inthe Center of Mindfulness ofthe University of Massachu-setts Medical School, theUniversity of Jon Kabat-Zinn.

She has been practicing hypnosis for morethan 16 years in Frankfurt and New York. Herknowledge and compassion for changeprocesses is her brand. . . . . . . . . . . . .31112

Tommy Vee[CH, CI; Tommy Vee Produc-tions/Valley Hypnosis, NorthSalem, NH], certified in 1989,operates Valley Hypnosis withfounder Jerry Valley. He is anaccomplished stage hypnotistperforming throughout the US& Canada. He stays busy withboth clinical & stage hypno-

sis. His hypnosis shows have been featured atthe NGH Convention many times. He uses hisstage presentations to attract new clients tohis office. . . . . . .131, 11114, 22097, 310105

Rhonda Waters[CH; Mutare Hypnosis, LLC,Boston, MA] was NGH BoardCertified in 2016, has a PhDin Organizational Develop-ment from the Union Institute& University and a MEd fromCambridge College. She isPresident of Mutare Group –a consulting agency based in

Boston with clients across USA & Canada.She specializes in changing corporate produc-tion and morale using innovative and energiz-ing speaking presentations & training. .31104

Roger Willard[CH; Conestoga, PA] hasbeen a licensed private de-tective. He has had 2 bookspublished and has appearedon national television to dis-cuss his expertise in the fieldof investigation. He was ableto have himself written aboutin newspapers all across the

country. He has been interviewed by radio sta-tions in both the US & Canada. In 2005, hebegan accepting clients who wanted to makechange with hypnosis. . . . . . . .11093, 12112

Hansruedi Wipf[BCH; HYPNOSE.net/OMNIHypnosis Training Center,Zurich, Switzerland] has beeninvolved in hypnosis for morethan 25 years and since 2007runs the OMNI HypnosisTraining Center in Switzer-land, teaching hypnosis aswell as working with clients

seeking his help. His knowledge and passionfor instant inductions has become his trade-mark. He uses instant and rapid inductions inhis office every day. . . . . .21122, 22041, 211

Myles Timmins[BCH, CI, OB; Attitudes &Images, Las Vegas, NV] is amulti-year presenter, hasbeen a Certified Instructor forover 13 years and had hisown practice in Las Vegas foryears, has specialized onworking with sales peopleand young people for stress

and motivation. Has been Chairman of the LasVegas Chapter of The NGH and received theOrder of Braid. . . . . . . .12097, 11034, 22096

Brenda Titus[BCH; Healing Path Hypno-sis, Santa Ana, CA] is pas-sionate about helping peopleof all age groups transformtheir lives with hypnosis. Sheworked for 15 years in theRape Crisis field, where shespecialized in working withteen victims of sexual assault

and abuse, and where she trained others onhow to work with this age group. Brenda is aco-host on Cal Banyan’s Hypnosis, Etc.Podcast. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11042, 22118

Selena Valentine[CH, CI; New York, NY], hasassisted people in discover-ing their own creative mindpowers for personal growthand abundance since 2008.She is NGH Certified Hypno-tist and Instructor, a memberof the NGH, a Certified LifeCoach, an EFT Practitioner

and is NLP Certified. Her work has been fea-tured in the NY Post, WPIX Channel 11, theFox Channel and other TV and radio pro-grams. . . . . . . . . . .110109, 210808, 310114

Jerry Valley[CH; Valley Hypnosis, Inc.,Methuen, MA] has had, withover 40 years as a stage hyp-notist, the opportunity to ap-pear all over the world as oneof the finest entertainers inshow business today. He wasthe recipient of the Presi-dent’s Award by the NGH. In

1994, WWW presented him with the first-everaward for Excellence in Stage Hypnosis. Hehas received the NGH Research Award & theRexford L. North Award. . .131, 11114, 22097

Ernest VanDenBossche [BCH, CI; HypnoWave Hyp-nosis Training Center, Fair-field, ME] is an NGH CertifiedInstructor, hypnotist in privatepractice at Wavelengths Hyp-notherapy, hypnotist with InSpite of Life Hypnosis Shows,President of NGH Central MEChapter, Member NFH #104

Union, Registered Counselor with the State ofMaine, health care, public and businessspeaker and teacher, Reiki Master, SpiritualMedium. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21042, 32105

VISIT THE NGHCONVENTION BOOKSTORE!Each year participants tell us one ofthe things they like best about theNGH Convention is the chance to pur-chase the books, audios and videos ofour featured speakers. You will beable to choose from a wide assortmentof books, audios and videos not easilyfound elsewhere.

“This convention is amaz-ingly effective for the pro-fessional that is looking toexpand their practice. Lotsof information and direc-tion, chocked full of infor-mation.”

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