Testimonies

Letters and Emails Sent to Scott Lea, Ch.t.

January 24, 2003

Dear Mr. Lea,
My name is Marilyn Vacca, I am a friend of your sister in law Alberta as well as a client of your son Scott. Wednesday Scott tried to have me talk to you on the telephone, but unfortunately you were unreceptive to our conversation, so I offered to write you this letter. Mr. Lea, first let me tell you a little bit about myself. I am 51 years old, I am diabetic, I have 1 kidney, I have been afflicted with Bell’s Palsy since September of 2000, I have had several injuries due to falling which have left me with arthritis in my knee, and 3 herniated discs in my lower back. I also was taking 150 milligrams of Zoloft for depression, and yet I could cry at the drop of a hat. To say I was despondent is putting things mildly. On New Year’s day, Alberta approached me in church and spoke to me about your son. She told me she was sending me a gift certificate for a free consultation with Scott. The next day I called Alberta and asked her if I had to wait for the certificate in the mail, I was so desperate for some kind of relief I could not wait for the mail. Alberta called Scott and he told her I could ask for the certificate at the desk when I went there. Well, Mr. Lea, I went to see Scott at 11:00 that morning, I was there until 1:30 just talking to him about my history, then I had to leave to run an errand and I returned at 2:30. Scott took me in his room at about 2:45 and began the most healing journey of my life. Understand, Mr. Lea, I was taking 2400 milligrams of Ibuprofen a day as well as 150 milligrams of Ultram (these are both pain relievers) and I had no pain relief, I was unable to walk, sleep or do anything without constant pain. Well, Mr. Lea, when I came out of the session at 3:45 I felt as if a whole new life was beginning for me. Thank God for your son and his ability to help me. Since January 2 of this year, I have not taken 1 pain pill, I have been able to stop taking the antidepressant I was on, my face is recovering from the Bell’s Palsy and I HAVE NO PAIN!!!! Mr. Lea, I cannot stress to you how much of a load has been lifted from my shoulders, I am the way I used to be SEVERAL YEARS ago, several years Mr. Lea, you cannot imagine how happy I am to finally feel normal again, and I owe this to your wonderful, talented son Scott.

Mr. Lea, please, please, please let Scott help you, deep in your heart you know he can, you are breaking his heart by not letting him help you. As you suffer, so does he, he probably suffers more because he knows he can help and you won’t let him. I guess I made a long letter out of a short note, but, I needed to let you know these things in the hope that you will try to let Scott help you.

God Bless you, Mr. Lea, I hope this letter helps.
Sincerely,
Marilyn Vacca

P.S. One thing I forgot to mention is that EVERYONE has noticed the improvement in my face and the lifting of my spirits and the way I can walk around now. I sincerely hope you will consider all I have told you and give Scott a chance to help you.

January 12, 2006
Dear Scott,

I wanted you to know what I thought of the CD you recently made for me:
I was exhausted when I came home so I went to take a nap, and I decided to listen to my CD. I don't know exactly what to say but, God Bless you Scott. That was probably the most beautiful, spiritual, enlightening thing I have ever heard. I'm not sure I still heard everything, but, I get it. Never have "I got it" before now, and I know it was you saying those words, but, I KNOW where it came from! Again I have to thank the messenger for letting God work inside him, for without your faith and willingness to help people, a person like me may never have been healed. Thank you for not being afraid, thank you for listening, and above all thank you for always being there for me, I am so blessed to have you in my life.

Thank you Scott, -A Friend……

July 29, 2005
Dear Scott,

I am writing this letter to you as a testimonial to the hypnotherapy sessions I received from you for weight loss.

The sessions that you provided me have completely changed my life, not only in my weight loss success, but, in my day to day living. My attitude and new acquired confidence has not only been felt by myself, but, my family and friends have also seen the physical and mental changes that your sessions have provided.

My past efforts in weight loss were short lived and mentally stressful. Your sessions have helped me find the reasons for my weight gain, and turn them around so that I have a clear vision of what is needed to be done for total success. It is amazing what my subconscious mind delivers to me daily allowing me the ability to further my success in weight loss. In the past my conscious mind would always get in my way, therefore not allowing any success in weight loss.

“Gaining” used to be a word that I never wanted to hear. But what I have gained in my sessions with you is a new outlook on food, life and my ability to do what is needed for complete success and happiness. I want to share my success with everyone, because feeling this good is something all should hear. I cannot express enough thanks to you for your understanding, your caring heart and your extreme expertise in hypnotherapy. You have made it possible for me to live again.

Sincerely yours,
Ellen J. Smith

May 10, 2005
Dear Scott;

On behalf of the Hoffmann-La Roche Employee Assistance Program and the participants of the “Fear of Flying” workshop, I would like to extend our very sincere appreciation for taking the time to share your knowledge and insight. As the enclosed evaluation forms will indicate, this presentation was informative and extremely well received by those in attendance.

We all truly appreciate your time, professionalism and presentation skills. We look forward to working with you again in the near future.

Sincerely,
Lorraine Catania, PhD / Director, HLR EAP

February 18, 2005
Dear Mr. Lea,

This is to advise you how very pleased I am with the progress I have made since coming to see you. For the past two weeks I no longer take Lexapro for depression. It has been about ten days since I stopped taking Bextra for my arthritis. I now get pain relief from Tylenol which I need very seldom.
In addition, I have made strides in weight reduction. I no longer find it necessary to take any form of appetite suppressants. Again, I am well pleased with my progress.

Yours truly, Richard Mohr

March 23, 2005

Dear Scott,
On behalf of New Vitality at Chilton Memorial Hospital, we would like to thank you for presenting The Power of Positive Thinking.

The participants thoroughly enjoyed your presentation, and we had many positive comments regarding your helpful tips. Your patience, humor and positive interaction with our members are greatly appreciated as well.

Enclosed is a copy of our program survey results for you information.
We look forward to working with you again and will schedule a date with Nancy for the fall calendar.
Thank you for your part in the success of our Winter/Spring 2005 programs.

Sincerely,
Joan Beloff, ACC, ALA / Director, Gerontology Services/New Vitality
Chilton Memorial Hospital

Dear Scott,

I wanted to take the time out to thank you once again for the amazing results I have achieved with your guidance. Hypnosis has given me a whole new way of thinking towards my future and my life!

As you know, I had suffered from anxiety and depression for many years and I had tried everything. I was beginning to think that I was just going to be like this for the rest of my life and that I was to just deal with it. I had spent many years going to therapists and doctors with little or no results. I would be put on one medication after another. After six sessions with you, I am happy to say that I have not had an anxiety attack or a need for medication for several months. I no longer feel on edge or anxious all the time.
I am able to obtain my goals without the obstacles that once held me back. I feel that I am able to deal with life instead of fearing what is around the corner.

Thank you very much, Jason

August 2004

Dear Scott Lea,

Over the last year I’ve been a regular in your office. As you know I’ve been dealing with a lot of anxiety issues. Prior to seeing you I’ve gone to a psychologist as well as had regular therapy sessions. All in which were to help me deal with my anxiety issues. However, the 4 years in therapy is nothing compared to the last year I’ve been seeing you. With your help I’ve conquered many of the strongest anxiety issues, as well as bad habits I’ve put on myself causing more bad anxiety issues. Whether it was nervous twitches, or negative thoughts of something prior to doing it (causing the anxiety), you’ve brought it to my attention and helped me overcome a lot of the “scary things” I’ve had to deal with. After the few sessions I’ve had with you, I have been able to :

1. Go to the Dentist (which I’ve not gone to for approx. 20 years)
2. Go to crowded (scary) places such as a mall or shopping center
3. I was totally relaxed on my wedding day and honeymoon (which new places are very difficult for me).

As far as a person, you are a wonderful influence on my life. You know exactly what you are talking about. As well as help me understand myself and how the anxiety doesn’t need to be a part of my life. I thank you for all the help you have given me!!

Jeremy Pavlick

September 1, 2004
To Whom It May Concern:

Scott Lea was recommended to me about three years ago by a close friend who was a client of his. At that time I was stressed out over the loss of my son, had excessive weight gain and in general in a bad way.

This was my first experience with hypnosis and had no idea what to expect. Mr. Lea took plenty of time to explain the entire process to me. From the beginning he was the ultimate professional yet always considerate and caring. He would always go the extra mile scheduling appointments for my sessions and when I had to cancel an appointment, sometimes at the very last minute, he would always reschedule, it was never a problem for him.

This past winter, because of a snow storm, I was unable to drive to the office. Scott never hesitated, told me not to worry he would get to my house to conduct the session. In my 73 years I have rarely, if ever, been extended this consideration by any member of the medical profession.
I continue as a client Scott’s because his compassion and caring for me is very hard to find in today’s health care delivery system. Over the past two years I have recommended several persons to Mr. Lea, two of whom were my daughters. Because of the faith and confidence I have in him, I would recommend Scott to anyone, friends and family members alike.

Ann M. Hamell

Dear Scott,

I thought it was about time to sit down and write you this letter about all of the good that has come into my life since I came to see you on May 3, 2005.

This was a letter that I never thought I would ever write, because I never believed in Hypnosis before. When I came to you on May 3^rd, I came as a last resort. I was recommended by my sister-n-law. I was having tension headaches since February that were so bad I would stay in bed for the day or lay around the house, because I could not function. I was not going out of the house and when I did, I would leave and go home because the headache was so bad.

I came to see you on May 3^rd and we discussed my situation and you stated that if I was willing, you could help me. I figured, I can’t do any worse at this stage as my two medical options were both denied by my insurance company. Little did I know that within a week of our fist session, I would no longer have the headaches and if I did get them, I knew exactly how to get rid of them. I did not believe in Hypnosis when I walked into your office, but, now I am a true believer. My life has changed for the better since I started my sessions with you.

We have touched on many things to date and I can see the change in myself and I have you to thank for these changes. I am a true believer in myself now and my whole outlook has changed for the better. Thank you so much for your knowledge and professionalism. I look forward to our continued sessions in the future.

Sincerely, Evelyn A. Brodowski

Hi Scott,

Thank you so much for taking the time to share that with me. Yes my mom is the best, I hope you can help her, unfortunately worrying about me has added a little more stress to her life. It’s funny you mentioned the mitro valve prolapse, someone else had just mentioned that to me this weekend. I’m switching doctors to get a 2^nd opinion. My current Dr. is a pill pusher, and I like you never even liked to take aspirin. I really would like to come see you. I just have to figure out how to get there. Right now my 15 min. drive to work is a challenge. My mom is and hour and a half away. I will be in touch soon. Thank you again, my mom speaks very highly of you.

Bye, P.

Scott,
Can’t thank you enough for all that you’ve done for me. You did in a few short months what others couldn’t do in nine years of therapy and PILLS! I’m more than happy to say that I remain PILL FREE and I feel so much better about myself. I still listen to your “soothing” voice every night. Starting his job has given me a whole new outlook as well.
Hope to see you in the near future.
Take good care, Susan

Scott,
It was nice talking to you today. I found my conversation with you most impressive. Your theories and practices are fascinating; I would like to put my patients with the most severe cases in contact with you. I will wait for your reply. -Sincerely, Dr. B.

Dear Mr. Lea,
I found you on the internet, entirely by accident, while doing a search for something else! Your practice sounded interesting so I decided to inquire. I was thinking about trying to make an appointment for Friday. Saturday I have to be mentally very sharp and physically calm, I am an anistigialogist. And look forward to learning more about your theories.

Thanks, - Dr. S.

Hello,
My fiancé is a compulsive liar. It is to the point where he will lie about the smallest things. It’s effecting our relationship and I cannot trust him. Half the time he doesn’t even realize he is doing it. He is willing to get help, I’m just not sure which path I need to choose. If you can let me know if hypnosis will work for him or if there might be something else he can do.
Thank you, Mari

Hello,
So far I haven’t rally seen anything different. He has always had a sense of confidence around me except when it came to financial subjects. He looked well rested though this morning. I haven’t spent much time with him yet today. I did give him another chance to pay some checks (prior he has stolen the money instead of paying them) and he brought receipts and everything. So that is a PLUS! Thank you for seeing us and helping him out with these problems. I’m sure in time and all goes well all of those problems will be figments of the past. When Joes is done with his sessions I was wondering if there is something you can help me with regarding self esteem, confidence, motivation and weight loss. Honestly I’m just plain lazy when it comes to exercise or any physical activity. I want to work out, run, etc. but I have no motivation, I’d sit in front of a TV rather than work out. Regarding the self esteem, I have no confidence. I don’t speak up when I have an opinion, I stay at the same job when I know I can do better, I just am petrified to start something new, I feel like I just am not equipped to. OK, well you get the gist, I can talk to you in person next time we see you. Again, THANK YOU! - Sincerely, Mari

Dear Scott,
Thank you again. I will try my best to recognize and support him. He’s a huge part of my life, I do want this to work out. Also, thank you, I’m happy to hear that you can help me with my problems. Next time we see you I’ll talk to you about them. He seems to be doing well. Yesterday he was telling me that he thinks that his Discover card was due. He said at first he wasn’t going to tell me but thought about it and did. So, that’s a huge improvement. Also, it almost seems like he’s back to the old person I knew when we first started dating. All goofy and fun to be around. We are all supporting him, my family and friends. His family has never really been there. They aren’t the most positive bunch of people, so my family pretty much took him in. They love him and he loves them, but after the last incident with the stolen money my family has told them, he needs help and that they are upset with him. He spoke with my mother yesterday and she’s happy to hear he is getting help with you, and told him she supports him, she wants him to get better. He was happy they talked. So we are all keeping a positive head. THANK YOU AGAIN! - Mari

Hey Scott,

I wanted to ask you a favor – a friend of mine was interested in hypnosis for weight loss and she wanted me to get some info from you. She went to someone around here and didn’t seem happy with her. Mom already told her how wonderful you are. I figured it would be easier for you to speak with her.
I also wanted to share with you that I have been doing great. I’m taking yoga class every Wednesday and I’m in the gym at 5:30am every other day. The driving situation has improved tremendously!!!! THANK YOU! My husband and I are going to Foxwoods casino in Connecticut this weekend……I’m feeling great! Take care, P.

Dear Mr. Lea,
I checked your site and I found it interesting and helpful, as I told you I’m a physician GP, and acupuncturist. I have problems with panic disorder AND I NEED HELP, I don’t want to take drugs anymore because I prefer to use natural therapy. I’ll wait for your email.

With regards and best wishes, Dr. C. Bajan

Scott,

Hey how are you. I wanted you to know I felt so relaxed and calm for three days. I had a long and crazy schedule that lasted from the time I left your office until my 7:30 class last night. Every time I was in a rush and wanted to get myself overly excited, I would just think back to my session and how I felt. Then a sense of calm would come over me and I would relax.
I would like to make an appointment for sometime the week of the 20^th before my play. I will let you know as soon as I get my schedule. I feel as though I am ready for one again this week. It’s the most ANTI STRESSeEDI have felt in a long time. Later, -Tom L.

Dear Scott,

I am sure that you are aware from personal experience, in hypnotherapy that much insight of one’s self and others has been established. And it is encouraging to know, that the tone, speed and choice of words can be helpful in guiding an individuals personal perception of reality, and how one chooses to live. I have always had an interest in self improvement for myself, and also to help others.

The hypnosis sessions I have had with you have helped me greatly. I find this therapy fascinating. I would like to embrace the study of hypnotherapy for professional purpose. Actually, it has been quite a while since I could relax enough to compose a simple letter. This therapy has improved my confidence and motivation and I feel less stressed. I’m happy to play the guitar again,, and I’m not afraid to start my business now.

I believe that your practice will thrive and grow and I would like to model myself after you because I have noticed that you would be an excellent teacher. I am looking forward to working with you in the near future.

Warmest Regards, Annah

My name is Teresa Maldonado

I want to talk about my experience with Scott Lea and his hypnotherapy practice. I have a son and he is twelve years old. A few years ago he had a problem with wetting the bed. I thought everything was normal, but, when he grew up he continued with the same problem. I saw a lot of doctors and they just gave me prescription (medicine) but none of it worked. I felt very worried with that. I thought that he did it because he had some problems in the house and in school. I made a decision, and I talked with the teachers and they told me everything was going well and he had a good report card so that’s not the problem. My whole family loves him and he knows that.
I a work for HHA health care taking care of Scott's mother. I told Scott about my problem & he told me he could do something about it. He gave my son one hypnotherapy session and no more bed wetting problem! I can’t believe it, it actually worked GREAT! THANK YOU SCOTT!!!

Your friends, -Maldonado Family

November 7, 2002

Dear Scott Lea, C.ht.
I’m so happy that my acupuncturist mentioned that you could help me cope with my stress from taking care of my parents. It has helped me so much, and now in working with you on pain and weight gain I have hope, that I will be able to do the things that I have not been able to do for many years. You are a very caring person and I will recommend you to everyone who needs the care you have given me. I had many doubts about hypnotherapy, but it is amazing. Sincerely, Janis Campagna

November 26, 2002

To Whom It May Concern:
I am currently a client of Scott Lea, I am a 47-year-old stroke survivor with left side paralysis suffering from extreme anxiety. My first encounter with Scott Lea was at the Anti Stress Center in Totowa, New Jersey, where my Acupuncturist was treating me. After meeting and talking with Scott, I started considering hypnosis but, I was extremely skeptical, leery and a doubter. Scott very promptly put my fears to rest, he was and is a very informative, creative, patient, caring and professional much more so than most of the doctors, counselors and therapists that I have encountered during my ordeal! I have the utmost trust and respect for Scott. He has been a tremendous help to me!!
Sincerely, Emma A. Zollo

Scott,
You are in my thoughts frequently. You've helped me so much. I no longer go to the meetings but am still living a clean and happy life. I feel so free of so much pain and I have you to thank for that. See you soon, -Tina

Scott,
You have helped me over come, ease and cope with my pain I suffered for most of my life. At 84yrs old I never thought I'd find such great relief. I have had Polio since the age of 12 and now at my age It became worse . Until my sessions with you !!! Now I lead a more active life and I'm pain free. Thank you so much God Bless you! - Anthony F.

Before I had my sessions with Scott I was failing English and I was striving to perform better in basketball. Now I am currently passing, and I am becoming better everyday at basketball, playing well at a JV level as only a freshman. Thanks Scott for making me more motivated and productive with sports and school.

Many Thanks, - Corey S. Age 15

* All letters and emails are used by permission.

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