Testimonials From Our Banyan Hypnosis Center Graduates of 2008
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The Week of Power - Advanced Hypnotherapy Certification with 5-PATH® & 7th Path Self-Hypnosis®
November 2008
Held in Tustin
Instructed by Calvin D. Banyan, MA
National Guild of Hypnotists, Board Certified Hypnotherapist (BCH) and Certified Instructor (CI) and Banyan Hypnosis Center for Training & Services, Inc. Instructor
“This course surpassed my expectations which were quite high based on my having attended a two-hour seminar Cal gave at an NGH convention several years ago. The presentation of the material is first rate. The instructor is easily able to impart his knowledge in a manner that holds everyone's attention. He answered all questions completely. Cal obtained participation and involvement from all the students that added to the success of the course. Demonstrations & videos are excellent and help the students to grasp the essence of the theory. Student practice sessions are daily, well planned & well monitored. Corrections are made on the spot so the students can make progress quickly. Overall, a great course!” James Dolan, Barcelona, Spain
“Cal has been such a gift to humanity. This course has helped me overcome many difficult challenged I faced with my clients. The 5-PATH® is a system that will not fail you. the 7th Path Self-Hypnosis® has been so crucial to my own healing. It has started a process internally that will continue to shift the course of my life. Thank you to everyone at the Banyan Hypnosis Center. Everyone should take this course!” Maya Terry, Tumwater, Washington
“This has been a life changing course. beautifully taught. The depth of the material in the 5-PATH® system has engendered me with a new level of confidence that I am better able to serve clients. The 7th path Self-Hypnosis® is an inspired pathway into Mind-Body-Spirit personal evolution. even in its first stages, I experienced a powerful physical healing. I see 7th Path as a brilliant and accelerating system for self-realization and self empowerment. Thank you Cal for your gifts” Alana Love CHt, Ranier, Washington
“Brilliant, Masterful, thank you for your direction and showing us the path to assist our clients in the most effective and powerful way.” Rev. Piilani Pamela G. Bouroncle BA Div. NCH, Davie, Florida
“I've had many hours of hypnosis training - both in person & distance learning. With 5-PATH®, I finally have a system to follow. No more trying to figure out what to do before each session!” Carla J. Shaver, CHt., Katy, Texas
“It has been an honor and a privilege to have been a student in The Week of Power Advanced hypnotherapy Training class. Cal Banyan continues to be a driving force in improving the body of knowledge and practice of the hypnotherapy profession. 5-PATH® is an effective process that works, and the training is comprehensive and top notch. By completing this course, you will be well on your way to being at the top of your profession and making a profound impact upon the lives of many.” Cynthia Thurman, B.C., Wakeforest, North Carolina
“My expectations more than met. Seven consecutive days of surprise and learning at an accelerated rate. 7th Path® and Cal's advanced training schedule has given me empowerment, achievement, confidence and new insights. Cal is a gifted, inspired and inspirational teacher.” Clinton Clay, MSW, LCSW, Huntsville, Alabama
“Cal teaches cutting edge hypnosis with impeccable precision and mastery. Anyone seeking their best will be given the tools to attain it. Additionally, the opportunities presented for self-fulfillment are genuinely life-transforming.” Jim Osborn, Sandy Bay, Tasmania
“As a recent graduate of the Week of Power Advanced Hypnosis Course I would definitely recommend this course to any student who is seeking advanced training in Hypnotherapy. The course is FIST class and I send my heart felt thanks to Calvin Banyan my brilliant teacher, to Maureen and the team for all their help before and during the course.” Janet Pickard, United Kingdom
NGH Approved Banyan Hypnosis and Hypnotherapy Certification Course with 5-PATH® and 7th Path Self-Hypnosis®
October 2008
Held at the NGH convention in Marlborough, MA
Instructed by Calvin D. Banyan, MA
National Guild of Hypnotists, Board Certified Hypnotherapist (BCH) and Certified Instructor (CI) and Banyan Hypnosis Center for Training & Services, Inc. Instructor
“Very good course, very professional! Definitely one of the best hypnosis training on the market. Cal is an amazing trainer, very knowledgeable and skilled. In fact, try to ask him a question that he can't come up with an logical coherent answer. I am very satisfied and looking forward to start working with people.” John Chabot, M. Ed., Quebec,Canada & Beijing, China
“The class is well organized and structured. Packed with more information than one would imagine could be digested in a 2-week program. The staff is remarkably kind and attentive to all of my needs. Very informative program. Covering the historical info and techniques available to the hypnotist, and bringing all the info forward to the most cutting edge, scientific material available. I could not imagine a more intensive, informative course anywhere for any level of investment.” Drew Kennedy, Arlington, Texas
“This course is not just another hypnotherapy course because it will resonate to your core. It will touch you and change you at the most profound level. My eternal thanks to Cal for his wisdom, love and passion to inspire change in all for the good of humanity. My love and thanks also to my inspirational classmates - your presence in my life will be there, always.” Rani Klockner, LLB (Hons) LLM, London, UK
“More than a world-class learning opportunity, for me, the Advanced Hypnotherapy training with 5-PATH® and 7th Path Self-Hypnosis® was a positive, life changing experience. Thank you, Cal; I really appreciated the no-nonsense approach. It is hard to believe how much I got out of this in two powerful weeks!” Tom Johnson, B.F.A., Tampa, Florida
“This course offers life changing opportunity for the better. It permits being a human to make sense and causes profound mental, physical and spiritual changes. Classmates become more authentic before your eyes. Truths bear fruit and are shared with others. Feelings become best friends to individuals and health, happiness and wholeness emerges.” Cathy McGinley, B.F.A., Las Vegas, Nevada
- “Gave me a lot of surprises in the various ways to establish my self-respect, self-esteem and the knowledge of hypnosis.”
- “Building a warm, secure and trustful environment for the whole class.”
- “Let me learn and recognize the truth of gratitude.”
- “Thank you for all of it.”
PoHeng Chen, Taiwan
“I wanted to learn more about therapy using hypnosis and I came to the course for this reason - to learn 5-PATH®. However, the course far surpassed my expectations. I did learn about how to be an effective and competent hypnotherapist from a very gifted and experienced teacher, Cal Banyan, but also learnt about a surprise tool - 7th Path Self-Hypnosis®. This is a wonderfully transforming approach that incorporates mind-body-spirit which can prove to be useful in any setting. I thoroughly enjoyed the course and highly recommend it.” Suzanne Stewart, MD, Palmetto Bay, Florida
“The course is one of the best hypnotherapy courses in the world! Not only you get to learn 5-PATH®, which is the most systematic approach to doing hypnotherapy, but you also get to learn 7th Path™, which is unique compared to all these other self-hypnosis system. Cal breaks down everything and holds nothing back. And you don't only get all these information, but you get to practice every day, so when the course is done, you are basically ready and confident enough to start seeing clients, right away.” Gaziotis Konstantinos, Drama, Greece
“A truly inspirational and amazing class. Cal is an amazing teacher who is dedicated to giving out this knowledge to others. He puts his heart and soul into this and it is wonderful to see the results in the people around us. 5-PATH® is an incredibly comprehensive way to do hypnotherapy. I have learned bits and pieces of hypnosis before, but Cal is a genius at making this a complete system.” Ankur Sethi, Great Falls, Virginia
“What a great experience! I came into the class knowing very little about hypnotism and basically nothing about technique and by the time I was finished with the class, Cal had equipped me with the understanding and techniques needed to be successful with clients at whatever level they needed work on to resolve their issues. I highly recommend this class to anyone who wants to be the best that they can be for the benefit of their client's wellbeing. Cal also give you the tools needed to hit the ground running so that you can have a successful hypnosis practice.” Scott McRae, San Diego, California
“Having had hypnosis training before, I just want to add some extra "tid bits" of knowledge to it. This course turned out to be an "awakening" for me. I now have a concrete framework to utilize. Step by step, to help people to be whole again. This is very exciting. I can't thank you enough.” Dennis Cralley, CRNA, Longwood, Florida
“I had a great experience, I recommend this course to anyone that wants to find his/her path in life. 7th Path™ works and I will teach it as well as use it for myself. Thanks Cal, Maureen, Elronn, Danny and everyone in the Banyan Hypnosis Center team that made these 2 weeks such a wonderful experience. I would also like to thank all of my classmates that contributed to the experience. And last, but not least, I want to thank my Delta.” Yolanda Lawler, Trabuco Canyon, California
“It helped me get rid of some of the emotional blocks that had prevented me from expressing my true self. It also have a significant calming effect on me so that some things that bothered me no longer have that effect.” Stanley Langford, Lancaster, California
“I took the course in July of this year and completely loved it. I knew that this was my path. Now was the perfect time for me to take it for the 2nd time - (students have up to l year to re-take for free). I received a deeper understanding of 5-PATH® and especially, 7th Path™. 7th Path™ really offered me a look within at a level I've been resisting and it felt so good to start releasing. Thank you Cal.” Sheryl Khosravi, BS, CH, Trabuco Canyon, California
NGH Approved Banyan Hypnosis and Hypnotherapy Certification Course with 5-PATH® and 7th Path Self-Hypnosis®
July 2008
Held in Tustin
Instructed by Calvin D. Banyan, MA
National Guild of Hypnotists, Board Certified Hypnotherapist (BCH) and Certified Instructor (CI) and Banyan Hypnosis Center for Training & Services, Inc. Instructor
“Outstanding class! It's been an amazing 10 days of learning I love the 5-PATH® program, it's so structured and planned out that I feel confident in starting my business.” Sheryl Khosravi, BS, Irvine, California
“Truly inspiring course, all that I wished for and more. Cal is an exceptional trainer and well worth travelling the 400+ miles it took for me to be here. The value for money is ridiculous, people would pay 3 or 4 times more if they knew the quality of the course.” Paul Wood, Norfolk, UK
“The course is well structure, plenty of information provided. Cal is a gifted teacher. It is definitely a life changing experience, even if you don't want to pursue a career as a hypnotist. 7th Path™ is also a bonus worth the experience.” Simone Vincenzi, Parma, Italy
“Really enhancing experience. Developing personality and calming down spirit. Opportunity to meet great people and get to know yourself on a deeper level. A way to look at events and life situations from different angles.” Denisa Obertova, Chandler, AZ
“Cal is interesting to say the least, dynamic, unpredictable and funny - just what you need in a teacher to remind you that you are alive! Course content was extremely useful, challenging and insightful. All my clients next week will reap the benefits of 5-PATH® and 7th Path™ hypnosis. I feel excited about taking my career as a hypnotherapist to the next level and to join the 1%ers! I look forward to continuing my relationship with the Banyan Hypnosis Center. Your staff is wonderful too! Maureen is so sweet which balances Cal's sadistic side! :-)” Sue Bradley, BA, Dip. Psych, San Luis Obispo, California
“Great experience, highly recommend it!” Suzanne Szarai, Gaitensburg, Maryland
“Brilliant course, much more than I expected.” Francios Grobler, Pretoria, South Africa
“So much more than I anticipated!” Theo Kleynhans, Pretoria, South Africa
“This course is an invaluable investment. It has provided a path to inner peace, acceptance, and a skill set for success. Cal Banyan is an awesome instructor and I am truly grateful that he has shared his knowledge and insights.” Gwen Jorgensen, Duarte, California
“This course re-ignites hope.” Nancy Simon, BA, LPT, Calimesa, California
“I learned much more than I ever expected. Tons of information. 7th Path™ is incredible - life changing tool!” Tim Link, MA, Laguna Beach, California
7th Path™ Ultimate Recognitions of the 9th Degree Teachers
June 2008
Held in Tustin
Instructed by Calvin D. Banyan, MA
National Guild of Hypnotists, Board Certified Hypnotherapist (BCH) and Certified Instructor (CI) and Banyan Hypnosis Center for Training & Services, Inc. Instructor
“I thought Ultimates 1-5 were mind-blowing, but 6-9 are taking me to a whole new level of being and of seeing all beings. Words do not do the Ultimates justice since they are a syncing and elevating of mind, body and spirit that simply must be experienced to be understood. They plug you straight into source and bring a love, strength, joy, clarity and peace that I have never known otherwise in this existence. Thank you, Delta and Cal!” Meredith Locher, Huntington Beach, California
“I came to this training both for professional and personal development. As a CPHI, I feel it is my responsibility to keep as current as possible in my training, and this was the next logical step. Personally, it was time to give my 7th Path™ practice a proverbial shot in the arm. This class fully rejuvenated not only my 7th Path™, but also poured me one on so I could fill back up, better than ever. The question arose about class timing, and I wanted to say that, intense though 2 days maybe, it is exactly right. I still feel like I want mor direction on suggested fees and class structures, but the discussion gave me at least a good start. I am looking forward to amplifying my 7th Path™ teaching when I get home and as the year unfolds.” Anne Shuman Urban, Wilmington, Delaware
“This is amazing. I know the true benefits are near and yet far away. Thanks for helping me thru a very trying time in my life. I now know and feel the path I am supposed to be on. It will be most fun crystallizing this path. Thank you, Cal & Maureen! Feelings about what to change about the course? Nothing comes to mind!” Loren Gifford, Menomenie, Wisconsin
“Looking forward to integrating the new recognitions.” Cathie Strand, Yorba Linda, California
“I am so grateful for 7th Path™ and the Ultimate Recognitions. Thank you Cal & Maureen so much. I feel this class and tool has been and will continue to benefit me in all aspects of my life. I can't wait to share this prosperity with others. It is truly a gift.” Susan Just, Minneapolis, Minnesota
7th Path Self-Hypnosis® Teachers Course - Ultimate Recognitions
April 2008
Held in Tustin
Instructed by Calvin D. Banyan, MA
National Guild of Hypnotists, Board Certified Hypnotherapist (BCH) and Certified Instructor (CI) and Banyan Hypnosis Center for Training & Services, Inc. Instructor
“Words cannot describe the mind blowing experience the Ultimate 5th Degree course offers. I have found my Path and will continue with 7th Path™ my whole life to stay on my path. I have saved life times of incarnations by doing this work and making such astounding revelations. My body and soul have always known these recognitions are truth and now my mind and emotions have had the opportunity to remember the truth as well. Don't miss the next class.” Meredith Locher, MA, CH, Huntington Beach, California
“I appreciate the expansion and the opportunity to grow closer to Delta! Thank you so much for the guidance.” Cathie Strand, Yorba Linda, California
“This class helped me to gain a deeper understanding of where I am heading. It was reenergizing to be in a room with others doing the 7th Path™. The exchange of experiences, ideas and insights were so valuable. I look forward to the next class...” Heather Hayward, Pacific Palisades, California
“I knew this would be as good or better than 7th Path™ Full form, but I was not prepared for the shift which I received. If a spiritual path is like a stairway up, I not only advanced many steps but perhaps a couple of flights. I can't wait to do 6-9 Ultimates.” Loren Gifford, Menomenie, WI
“This course in 7th Path™ Ultimate Recognitions 1-5 has changed my life, really. I now feel a sense of purpose I never have felt before, and I am truly grateful to Cal for this memorable experience. I'll cherish it always and give it lovingly to those who are ready to receive it. My only hope is that I can be as great a Light as the one who inspired me. Thank you again, Cal. May the Delta force be with you always.” Bruce Burkey, Laguna Beach, California
The Week of Power - Advanced Hypnotherapy Certification with 5-PATH® & 7th Path Self-Hypnosis®
March 2008
Held in Tustin
Instructed by Calvin D. Banyan, MA
National Guild of Hypnotists, Board Certified Hypnotherapist (BCH) and Certified Instructor (CI) and Banyan Hypnosis Center for Training & Services, Inc. Instructor
“This course totally blew away my already high expectations – each day was better than the one before. With this training, I know what I have to do to assist my clients in making the breakthroughs I knew were possible all along. Thank you Cal for your genius, expertise, and professionalism. Truly a mind blowing and life changing experience!” Elronn Ferguson, Ashland, Oregon
“Excellence describes every aspect of this course and its instructor, Calvin Banyan. It is excellent in content, organization, materials, presentation, instruction and environment. The distillation of psychological literary and insight, brilliant common sense, practicality, efficiency and grounded spirituality is to be honored. From my direct experience, I consider this to the best hypnotherapy course the world has to offer, and one of the absolute best instructions I have ever taken. This is the best! Take this course – give yourself this awesome gift. If you have lost the sense of your purpose and calling in life, take this course and you will re-discover it.” Kate Fontayne, Ashland, Oregon
“Instructor is very knowledgeable. Learn a lot of things that are actually useful in real life. I see lots of possibilities of healing, both for myself and clients.” Martine Brisson, Quebec, Canada
“Best training in hypnosis by far. Extremely well organized and presented. No fluff, no wasted time on history, too much theory, etc. Information and techniques I have not found anywhere else. I feel well prepared to work as a hypnotist and 7th Path will help me with my clients and in my own life. Everything I learned in this course is something I will use.” Joe Meadows, Ashland, Oregon
“I wanted to cancel this class as soon as I arrived, as I thought it was a Past Life Regression class. But on Sunday, Cal and Maureen encouraged me to stay for a couple of days to decide, after the first morning of Day One, my socks were knocked off!! I now have my Path. And it’s the only Path to help my clients. I know this is the way. I am committed to being a part of bringing the energy up to make sure Cal continues to receive these insights.” Gabrielle Mancuso, Carmel-by-the-Sea, California
“I enjoyed this class tremendously! It’s transformational both on the professional and personal side I was really amazed at what 5-PATH® can do to help people make positive changes in a short period of time. Wonderful work and wonderful class!!” Fang Wang, Rockville, Maryland
“Well organized, efficiently, and effectively delivered, life changing and life giving.” Magdalena Naiknimbalkar, BSN, MS, Richland, Washington
“Everything you would want in a Hypnosis Training. Clear, concise, practical information. Something you can use right away. This course gives you the confidence to go out and start seeing clients immediately. Never a dull moment, very entertaining!” Lydia Norris, Ashland, Oregon
“I took the course three years ago, and it has just gotten better. Thank you, Cal, for this rich experience.” Bruce Burkey, Laguna Beach, California
“It was my second time taking the course, and as the first time, it was a fantastic experience. Cal is getting even better, 5-PATH® has been "refined" by the time and experience. I have learned a lot in a different way, it was extremely production and exciting.” Jean Jacques Buhannic, BCH, Rio De Janeiro, Brazil
NGH Approved Banyan Hypnosis and Hypnotherapy Certification Course with 5-PATH® and 7th Path Self-Hypnosis®
February 2008
Held in Tustin
Instructed by Calvin D. Banyan, MA
National Guild of Hypnotists, Board Certified Hypnotherapist (BCH) and Certified Instructor (CI) and Banyan Hypnosis Center for Training & Services, Inc. Instructor
“The course was brilliant, everything and more than I expected. I go away with massive confidence and look forward to putting the training to good use, helping people. The instructor, Cal Banyan has a brilliant way of getting things over to the class and even more brillian way of handling people. Thanks to Cal and thanks to the class.” Trevor Roberts, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, U.K.
“Simply amazing. Transforming, for 5-PATH®, the process and steps you can follow are terrific, but 7th Path™ blew me away in the most wonderful of ways! Emotions and walls are released as if you have worked with a hypnotherapist. It is so healing. People that have been meditating for years have not achieved what the first step brings.” Mary Jean Kresky, La Crosse, Wisconsin
“I wasn’t sure why I came, it was as if a magnet had pulled me to this class. Hands down most amazing experience of my life. I have been on a spiritual and vocational quest for the last 20 years. I truly believe I have found it. This is truly an attitude of gratitude.” Loren Gifford, Menomonie, Wisconsin
“I came to the Banyan Hypnosis Center Certification Training for the systems and a more intensive program than the 3 day programs out there. It turned out the course offered so much more than I could have possibly imagined. I graduated from the course with business savvy, a tested system for hypnosis applicable to practically any client issue, a tested system for self-hypnosis and an opportunity to teach these systems to others. The course is well organized, professionally presented and packed with need to know information culled from years of hypnosis experience, behavior analysis, psychology, and all traditions of hypnotism. Cal Banyan is a visionary and pioneer in the field of hypnosis. He is invested in and passionate about ethics and professionality in the field. As a direct result of Cal’s hard work, I enter the field with clarity of purpose, confidence and all the tools I need to start a successful hypnotherapy practice.” Meredith Locher, MA, Huntington Beach, California
“I sought out the Banyan Hypnosis Center, as it seemed to offer high quality instruction on a topic that has always interested me. It has exceeded all my expectations. I feel totally prepared to enter into a new profession with confidence. This is a place where you are taught and given tools to understand the client’s underlying issues, and a systematic approach to eliminate the cause. This course has truly improved the quality of my life. Thanks forever, Cal & Maureen.” Anne Karin Nelson, BS, RPT, San Pedro, California
“I have been a successful hypnocoach since 2003. What I wanted was a more efficient, effective way to make my hypnotherapy sessions better. In the past 10 days of training, I have received everything I wanted. I now have a system to help clients with any issues they may have. Cal is a strong, determined, empathic, and passionate teacher. I will be furthering my training with him with great enthusiasm.” Heather Hayward, Pacific Palisades, California
“Much more than ‘just’ an excellent course on hypnotherapy. Cal took us on a wonderful journey – each one of us in our own special way. Powerful. Thought provoking. Life changing. Cal has given us incredible tools to do some much needed healing of others and ourselves. Give a man a fish – feed him for a day. Teach a man to fish – feed him for a lifetime. Thank you Cal for teaching us how to fish.” Bernd Krumme, B.A. Oakville, Ontario, Canada
“My expectations were far exceeded for this course! I thought I’d be learning techniques and ended up learning philosophy and about a spiritual component that is integral, and how intrinsic the treatment of emotions are in the process. Cal is very tuned in to his clients and students, and so fluent in dealing with the process of healing.” Cathie Strand, BA, Yorba Linda, California
“This class was the most profound, life-changing experience of my life. Everyone should be required to take this course.” Bryan Ackley, B.S., West Fargo, North Dakota.
“A class that will teach you about people, yourself and how to help others.” Marv French, Windsor, Colorado