Satisfied clients speak out
Testimonials...
I have been offering Breathe Well ~ Feel Better workshops and private sessions since 1986. Here are some comments from workshop participants:
"This training was a wonderful experience. I will use these skills every day to calm myself, both at work and at night to help me sleep better."
"These skills will help me be more relaxed and clear my mind. I tend to have panic attacks and the "Emergency Breath" you taught us should really help me turn them off."
"You taught me how to self-soothe in a way that will benefit my life and help me to view past trauma with love and understanding. Thank you so much!
"I've been trying to teach my husband and our 6 year old daughter how to breathe properly, as you showed me. My daughter has asthma and just getting over pneumonia and on Saturday got herself all worked up in a panic over possibly going to the hospital. I was pleasantly surprised when she started using the "Emergency Breath" you taught us to help calm herself down."
The following testimonials are from individual clients:
"As a doctor, I would recommend Breathe Well ~ Feel Calmer for all eligible patients or individuals who are dealing with stress or illness." ~ K.M., MD, Retired ER Physician, Tucson, AZ
The belly breathing has REALLY helped me when I get too shakey after chemo. I can’t wait to employ it during the next infusion and see how it helps. Thanks again for that reminder. ~ J.J., Seattle, WA
"We wanted to thank you again for your breathing session the other week. It has been an enormous help to both of us." ~ D. & R. P., Tucson, AZ
"While going through a painful medical procedure recently, I used some of the breathing techniques I learned through Steve's Relax and Breathe counseling and CD. It helped relax me and relieve stress around the situation, which lessened the pain. I highly recommend these techniques for everyone." ~ J.J., Seattle, WA
"Yesterday's session was so good and valuable for me. Thank you for your guidance and positive insights, with excellent tools for me to use. I now have a better understanding of my ongoing anxiety. " ~ F.J., Tucson, AZ
"Among the many things I'm thankful for this year is the work I did with you on breathing. The techniques you showed me help every day; thanks so much to you and the cancer center for such useful supportive care!" ~ WV, Tucson, AZ
"I'm trying to be more conscious of my breathing in all situations. The headaches are rare now. I'm using the techniques you taught me on a daily basis. I'm just so thankful that I found some help. I was feeling so miserable. My energy level is much better as well. Thank you for helping me realize what was happening with my dysfunctional breathing." ~ L.L., Tucson, AZ
"Your class was amazing and terrifically therapeutic. I was able to walk a distance I've not walked in years. I will live differently based on this new knowledge." ~ CB, Tucson, AZ
"I practice my belly breathing throughout the day. It really helps me to settle down, as I tend to stress easily with just my daily responsibilities. It has been super helpful!!" ~ NT, Sahuarita, AZ
"I enjoy and have been using the breathing techniques with success. In fact, I find myself doing them without any sense of anxiety or stress, even while treating a patient. You certainly have been a great teacher for me."
~ Dr. E.K., Annapolis, MD
"I have adopted some of the breathing and relaxation techniques you taught me and they are truly working. I am able to reduce my feelings of stress promptly when necessary, and my blood pressure has returned to normal. I will continue to apply your teachings. Thanks." ~ Dr. T.R., New York, NY
"I know this breathing technique will help me be a better SCUBA diver, using less air, & therefore extending the amount of time I can stay underwater and take pictures." ~ N.N., Tucson, AZ
"I use the belly breathing you taught me all the time. I am a cerebral person and the breathwork puts me in a state of body consciousness, which is exactly what I need to get 'out of my head' for a while. I like being able to feel the additional oxygen circulating through my body. This is both relaxing and rejuvenating. Also, the abdominal breathing stops the physical reactions that occur when I become anxious or stressed. It brings me back to the present so that I can make clear decisions instead of just having emotional reactions." ~ S.C., Chicago, IL
"I feel like I can breathe for the first time. I feel lighter and more open. It's incredible, even my eyesight is better."
~ J.A., Los Angeles, CA
"I watched a movie on the airplane coming to London, and because of the material in the movie had a real anxiety attack. I normally do not get those, but with the breathing techniques was able to calm myself down."
~ R.A.L., Sedona, CO
"I want to thank you for helping me work through this surgery that I had on my leg. It was successful and I feel quite relaxed about it. Thank you." ~ C.S., South Carolina
"I feel incredibly relaxed, clear-headed, and energized. The session was great, almost like a drug." ~ C.E., Tucson, AZ
"This training was a wonderful experience. I will use these skills every day to calm myself, both at work and at night to help me sleep better."
"These skills will help me be more relaxed and clear my mind. I tend to have panic attacks and the "Emergency Breath" you taught us should really help me turn them off."
"You taught me how to self-soothe in a way that will benefit my life and help me to view past trauma with love and understanding. Thank you so much!
"I've been trying to teach my husband and our 6 year old daughter how to breathe properly, as you showed me. My daughter has asthma and just getting over pneumonia and on Saturday got herself all worked up in a panic over possibly going to the hospital. I was pleasantly surprised when she started using the "Emergency Breath" you taught us to help calm herself down."
The following testimonials are from individual clients:
"As a doctor, I would recommend Breathe Well ~ Feel Calmer for all eligible patients or individuals who are dealing with stress or illness." ~ K.M., MD, Retired ER Physician, Tucson, AZ
The belly breathing has REALLY helped me when I get too shakey after chemo. I can’t wait to employ it during the next infusion and see how it helps. Thanks again for that reminder. ~ J.J., Seattle, WA
"We wanted to thank you again for your breathing session the other week. It has been an enormous help to both of us." ~ D. & R. P., Tucson, AZ
"While going through a painful medical procedure recently, I used some of the breathing techniques I learned through Steve's Relax and Breathe counseling and CD. It helped relax me and relieve stress around the situation, which lessened the pain. I highly recommend these techniques for everyone." ~ J.J., Seattle, WA
"Yesterday's session was so good and valuable for me. Thank you for your guidance and positive insights, with excellent tools for me to use. I now have a better understanding of my ongoing anxiety. " ~ F.J., Tucson, AZ
"Among the many things I'm thankful for this year is the work I did with you on breathing. The techniques you showed me help every day; thanks so much to you and the cancer center for such useful supportive care!" ~ WV, Tucson, AZ
"I'm trying to be more conscious of my breathing in all situations. The headaches are rare now. I'm using the techniques you taught me on a daily basis. I'm just so thankful that I found some help. I was feeling so miserable. My energy level is much better as well. Thank you for helping me realize what was happening with my dysfunctional breathing." ~ L.L., Tucson, AZ
"Your class was amazing and terrifically therapeutic. I was able to walk a distance I've not walked in years. I will live differently based on this new knowledge." ~ CB, Tucson, AZ
"I practice my belly breathing throughout the day. It really helps me to settle down, as I tend to stress easily with just my daily responsibilities. It has been super helpful!!" ~ NT, Sahuarita, AZ
"I enjoy and have been using the breathing techniques with success. In fact, I find myself doing them without any sense of anxiety or stress, even while treating a patient. You certainly have been a great teacher for me."
~ Dr. E.K., Annapolis, MD
"I have adopted some of the breathing and relaxation techniques you taught me and they are truly working. I am able to reduce my feelings of stress promptly when necessary, and my blood pressure has returned to normal. I will continue to apply your teachings. Thanks." ~ Dr. T.R., New York, NY
"I know this breathing technique will help me be a better SCUBA diver, using less air, & therefore extending the amount of time I can stay underwater and take pictures." ~ N.N., Tucson, AZ
"I use the belly breathing you taught me all the time. I am a cerebral person and the breathwork puts me in a state of body consciousness, which is exactly what I need to get 'out of my head' for a while. I like being able to feel the additional oxygen circulating through my body. This is both relaxing and rejuvenating. Also, the abdominal breathing stops the physical reactions that occur when I become anxious or stressed. It brings me back to the present so that I can make clear decisions instead of just having emotional reactions." ~ S.C., Chicago, IL
"I feel like I can breathe for the first time. I feel lighter and more open. It's incredible, even my eyesight is better."
~ J.A., Los Angeles, CA
"I watched a movie on the airplane coming to London, and because of the material in the movie had a real anxiety attack. I normally do not get those, but with the breathing techniques was able to calm myself down."
~ R.A.L., Sedona, CO
"I want to thank you for helping me work through this surgery that I had on my leg. It was successful and I feel quite relaxed about it. Thank you." ~ C.S., South Carolina
"I feel incredibly relaxed, clear-headed, and energized. The session was great, almost like a drug." ~ C.E., Tucson, AZ
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In addition to these testimonials, a number of my clients have experienced a dramatic reduction of their hypertension using Breathe Well ~ Feel Calmer techniques. For example, a woman with acute renal failure, with whom I worked by phone, also had severe sensitivity to common chemicals, like those in perfume, dryer sheets, and new clothing. She wrote:
“When I am around fragrances (such as in the waiting room of a doctor's office), my blood pressure has soared many times to 215/104 and higher . . . at best it has been around 170/99 under such circumstances. The lowest it has ever gotten in a doctor's office -- with only a minimal of fragrance exposure about 20 minutes before the blood pressure reading was taken -- was 132/80. There was much rejoicing in that office that day! Most often, I find I run in the 130's over 80's or 140's over low 90's. However, by using your breathing technique I have been able to get it down into the 120s, and even as low as 116/67, but only at home and when I'm thoroughly relaxed. ” ~ B.W., Oakland, CA
Another client with chronic hypertension that runs in her family, reduced her blood pressure using these techniques only once from 152/90 to 126/68.
“When I am around fragrances (such as in the waiting room of a doctor's office), my blood pressure has soared many times to 215/104 and higher . . . at best it has been around 170/99 under such circumstances. The lowest it has ever gotten in a doctor's office -- with only a minimal of fragrance exposure about 20 minutes before the blood pressure reading was taken -- was 132/80. There was much rejoicing in that office that day! Most often, I find I run in the 130's over 80's or 140's over low 90's. However, by using your breathing technique I have been able to get it down into the 120s, and even as low as 116/67, but only at home and when I'm thoroughly relaxed. ” ~ B.W., Oakland, CA
Another client with chronic hypertension that runs in her family, reduced her blood pressure using these techniques only once from 152/90 to 126/68.
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If you have even the slightest respiratory or anxiety-related concerns, please call today. Just the "belly breath" training alone can bring instant relief from many symptoms. Regular oxygenation practice insures you will become stress resistant and continue to feel your best. I can train you by phone, no matter where you are. Tucson residents can request home/hospital visits.
Steve Ross, MA, LMFT (CA)*
Mindful Counseling & Consulting
(520) 825-2009
[email protected]
http://www.breathingcoachtucson.com or
http://www.relaxandbreathe.net
* licensed in California
