Surrey July 2010

'I first went to see John about 3 years ago when I was going through a very difficult time in my life. I had, for a very long time, been accepting a life of unhappiness and depression and had no means of sorting it out - I had all the wrong tools in my toolbox from the past, and it had all manifested itself in terrible anxieties - something I had suffered from all my life and I didn't understand why. It was very difficult to face.

I went to see John as a kind of last resort hoping he might take the pain away. What happened was more unexpected and more profound. Through simple analysis, discussion and support, we worked out simple methods to understand and gradually confront the anxieties in my life. Inevitably it was only myself who could go on that journey. But through our discussions I gained the right tools to deal with everything and John supported me steadfastly throughout as I made my decisions. It was what I always wanted but I had lost all my confidence in myself. I now took on the responsibility to deal with my anxieties head on. I started to change the world around me and the world started to become a much happier and more fulfilling place for me.

With John's support I have faced my challenges head on - even when I felt like the world would cave in - it never did. Though I rarely need to see John now I have learned a better approach to things, and I am much, much happier because of it. I think many of my friends notice it too.

It was always just round the corner and I could never quite get to it, I couldn't work it out, until I took the plunge and went to see John. It took a lot of courage but I have found it the most rewarding thing I could do, for now and for my future. I am able to look towards enjoying life and being more productive in the way I always wanted.

Throughout the process John has been a great friend and I will always be grateful for his unbiased and methodical support.'

'London March 2010

'I have had the fortunate experience of having John as my guide over the last four years. I have learnt so much about who I am and the reasons for my behaviour. This has allowed me to understand the world better and find it a safe and happy place where once it was so fraught with danger. I am no longer depressed and frightened but feel strong and abundant. I have been able to earn money doing a job I love and find wholesome relationships. Without a doubt working with John has been the best thing i ever did in my life . His method of therapy will equip anyone with the tools to be able to transform their lives.'

London Jul 2009
'There is a saying that when you are ready to learn and move forward, then the right teacher/guide will appear. I first came into contact with John Milsom in quite an unexpected and unplanned way; I was impressed by his insight, strength, and very obvious professionalism and dedication towards his clients.

I had been through previous counselling and I had genuinely thought I had reached the pinnacle of self development – I had emerged with a successful business track record, brought up my children on my own, still looked good, and I was now enjoying a lifestyle that many women and men would relish. I did not have a relationship, but felt it would come along in a matter of time. I even thought I had even dealt with all the negative patterns in my life. However, there was a ‘current’ issue that I wanted to talk things through with someone, so I asked John to see me as a client, but other than that, my life was fine – or so I thought!!

Several appointments on and my life has changed in every possible way – I have a new self respect for myself and an insight into the ‘real me’ that I never had before. I feel really ‘connected’ to myself and am seeing the world and situations in such a different way – I am also reacting very differently too. I had always been regarded amongst my friends and family as ‘looking good’, but ‘feeling good’ gets me noticed in a much better way. It is no exaggeration when I say that several friends (both men and women) have commented recently on how absolutely great I look. The best thing for me though is how wonderful it feels inside, and I have never, ever, felt like this before. I actually feel happy and it shows!

I still have issues to work on, and I am moving forward with a new type of confidence and astuteness – mine has not been an easy life, in particular my childhood and teens – I had not realised that negative patterns of behaviour and reactions were deep set and were influential and evident in all aspects of my work, family life, friendships and relationships. John enabled me to see things clearly as well as helping me look at handling myself in a different way – he also showed me to be kinder to myself.

In John, I feel I have an amazing person who is helping me sort my life out. He suggested last week that I start cutting down on my sessions because of my progress, which is just a measure of the professionalism that you will find in him.

So you may ask; is this apparently strong, attractive, successful woman ready to go it alone without his professional support? The answer is No, not just yet; I now treat myself with respect, kindness and love, and for the first time in my life I know I deserve the very best and I need to nurture myself. And as for ‘the relationship’; that has not come along yet, and thank god it hasn’t, because I can now see that I was attracting the wrong type of person because of my patterns. I know I am well on the way to attract the right sort of relationship and it is only a matter of time.

There are a few more things for me to deal with, and then I will relinquish my place on his appointment book for others to reap the wonderful benefits that I have gained.
Please don’t have any hesitation in picking up the phone to make an appointment with John, it could be the absolute best thing that you will ever do for yourself and your future. '

Surrey Apr 2009
'John has been, and still is, a rock in my life. He is kind and wise and has
been truly inspirational. I think I lost my way a few years ago and John has
guided me back onto the right path. I have rediscovered the things that I used
to enjoy and have become a much happier and more positive person. I still see
John occasionally when things are getting on top of me and he is always able to
set me off in the right direction again. He has been wonderful with my children
and has helped to resolve a few problems for them too. He really is a remarkable
man and should be cloned so that everyone can get 'The John Experience'!'

Surrey Feb 2009
'I approached John because I was having panic attacks about social events,
and was finding myself increasingly unable to go out. I worried I would
eventually become completely agoraphobic but had resisted having therapy for
some time because I didn't want to get caught up in an endless process nor spend
hours crawling over every detail of my past. I was pleasantly surprised! John was
insightful, sensitive, challenging and pragmatic. I didn't feel like a patient
or a hopeless case. Within a few weeks, he helped me to get a much better
understanding of myself, and to be much more aware of why i was retreating from
life, as well as giving me the tools to change it. I have regained my
confidence and am starting to live again and to recover my sense of self. It
has been an incredibly valuable and life-changing process. I am so glad I bit
the bullet and approached John before digging myself into an even bigger hole. '

London Feb 2009
'John helped me through a period during my 30s when I was coming to terms with
alot of anger in my past and feeling comfortable and confident about who I am.
Learning to love myself was a long struggle but John gave me the strength to do
this. He also helped give me the strength to succeed in a loving relationship. I
am now engaged and have started my own business. I am the happiest I have ever
been in my life.'

Middlesex Jan 2009
'When I first went to see John I was feeling extremely low and finding it difficult to live with myself. I was in a cycle of destructive behaviour and asked John to help me to be able to live within my own skin. For 6 months I saw John regularly. During that time I started to feel like I wasn't such a terrible person and to understand why I do things the way I do. This, in turn, helped me to break the patterns of behaviour and regain some
self-control. I also started a new job and John talked me through some of the hurdles that involved. John helped me to see the world in a more balanced way so that I didn't take everything so personally and felt stronger to deal with the 'stuff' that is thrown at all of us in life. It has now been a year since I stopped seeing John regularly. Most of the time I feel strong, but sometimes, when I have a problem, I can tackle it because I instinctively know what John's advice would be. Twice during the year, things have mounted up and, because I can recognise the signs of stress very quickly now, I have immediately made an appointment with John. I instantly feel more relaxed knowing I am taking steps towards feeling well and calm again. Knowing John is there if I need him is a great comfort as he is an extremely wise, non-judgemental, gentle man who genuinely wants to help. I thank John for rescuing me from myself.'

Surrey Jan 2009
'I was a first time mum at 43, no sense of direction, no self esteem, and just come off 6 years of anti-depressants. Within 12 months of work with John, I began my counselling diploma, now completing my MA in Psychotherapy and have just begun to practice privately as a Psychotherapist. John has been my inspiration and guide..... he is a truly spiritual being of compassion and light. There cannot be many who would not experience a profound shift in consciousness having worked with him.'

London Nov 2008
'I was a lost girl in the dark and now I am a women in the light. Words cannot express how grateful I am to John. My life has been transformed by his care and consideration. With his therapy I have been able to free myself from the past and the depression I experienced. I now am able to live with joy in my heart and fulfill my dreams. I would highly recommend him to anyone.'

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