Fertility by Hypnosis - A Medical Doctor's Perspective Richard Urgo, MD Chicago
This presentation will cover a review of the current medical literature on hypnosis and unexplained infertility. Learn how hypnosis can complement and potentiate current medical ART procedures as well as be a stand-alone process when nothing else has succeeded. Learn precisely why unconscious or unrecognized stress can be a major culprit and how hypnosis can uncover that stress.
Richard Urgo, MD did his undergraduate work in Biological Chemistry at the University of Chicago. After earning his doctorate at the University of Illinois College of Medicine he completed his residency in emergency medicine at the University of Chicago.
Since then he has worked at numerous hospitals in Chicago and the surrounding suburbs. He is a diplomate of the American Board of Emergency Medicine and is a fellow of the American Academy of Emergency Medicine.
His interest in hypnosis led to certification by the National Guild of Hypnotists and other professional hypnosis organizations. Dr. Urgo is a member of the National Guild of Hypnotists, The American Society of Clinical Hypnosis, The American Academy of Medical Hypnoanalysts, The National Federation of Hypnotists, and other professional organizations.
One Plus Zero Equals Nothing! Alan Patching, BCH Australia
A look at the issue of male infertility and how Fertility by Hypnosis specifically addresses it.
Due to his engaging and informative style, Australia’s Alan Patching has been selected to represent his country in national and international professional public speaking arenas.
In this fascinating presentation, Alan will present crucial information on this sometimes overlooked, but nonetheless serious, problem. You’ll learn important information essential to those dealing with fertility issues, ensuring that you are addressing all aspects of the matter. Professionals in attendance will learn how to present insights into the male infertility issue in a clinical context.
Professor Alan Patching was once rated by a national newspaper poll as one of the top ten professional speakers in Australia.For nearly two decades now he has entertained and educated audiences from top corporations (and from the therapy arena) around the world, with his unique mix of off beat humour and cutting edge content.
For years Alan practiced part time as he also followed another in the construction world – one which culminated with his appointment as the Project Director for the design, construction and pre-Olympic operations for the Sydney Olympic Stadium.He was also appointed as CEO of the publicly listed entity which owned the world’s largest ever Olympic stadium, and credits his success in that work to his learnings in the field of human behaviour.
While he still presents for corporations (these days it is more likely to be on the psychology of leadership or on stress and conflict management) and he maintains and adjunct professorship in the school of sustainable development at Australia’s prestigious Bond University, the majority of is time these days is spent in his clinic and promoting the banner of HypnoFertility within the hypnotherapy community of Australasia. Alan Patching is an NGH Board Certified Hypnotist and Certified Instructor of Hypnotism.He is also NGH certified in Clinical Hypnotism.He holds Diplomas in Hypnotherapy and Counselling and an Advanced Diploma in Hypnotherapeutic Arts and Sciences from the UK Academy of Hypnotherapeutic Arts and Sciences.He is the only Australian to hold the prestigious Advanced Diploma in Hypno-Psychotherapy from the National College of Hypnosis and Psychotherapy.
Alan Patching is the principal of Gold Coast Hypnosis and of the National Academy of Hypnosis and Psychotherapy of Australia.He is married with four children – two still at home, and is a former instrument rated and jet endorsed private pilot and an avid photographer.He is the author of five books, twelve e books and several audio programs, and since retiring from active kayaking ultra-marathoning, enjoys keeping fit with a more humane regime of jogging, swimming and cycling.
Fertility: A Chiropractic Approach Drs. Christopher Bowe & Lenise Graddy New Jersey
Recent research reinforces that the chiropractic approach to fertility is the same approach that encourages many to adapt the chiropractic lifestyle. A safe economical alternative to traditional medicine and a vitalistic focus on whole body wellness. There is a link between chiropractic care and fertility because the nerves to your reproductive system run through your spine. When the spine is misaligned, the nerves misfire and cause a hormone imbalance, which can prevent a woman from getting pregnant. Recent chiropractic research into fertility offers hope and encouragement to those seeking a natural option for fertility and wellness. The presentation will briefly tour the female anatomy, importance of the parasympathetic nervous system and recent research in chiropractic and fertility.
Dr. Lenise Graddy graduated with honors from Temple University School of Law in 1996 licensed to practice in New York and New Jersey. In 1999, she received her credentials as a Certified Hypnotist from the Atlanta National Hypnotherapy Institute in Atlanta Georgia. In furtherance of her academic pursuits, she graduated magna cum laude from Life University School of Chiropractic in Marietta Georgia in 2004, licensed to practice in New York, New Jersey and Georgia.
She is a HypnoFertility and Birth By Hypnosis Practitioner and Trainer, Birth Arts International trained Doula and a Fellow of the International Academy of Medical Acupuncture.
Dr. Graddy currently practices as a General Hypnotist and Chiropractor with a specialty in women’s wellness, including but not limited to, fertility and childbirth. She is a certified member of the National Guild of Hypnotists (NGH). Dr. Graddy conducts Women’s Empowerment lectures and workshops. She is available for speaking engagements. Dr. Graddy can be reached at lrgraddy@gmail.com
Managing the Distress of IVF: Can Hypnosis Provide the Answer? Karen Riley, BCH Great Britain
The emotional roller coaster of fertility treatment is often underestimated by couples as they start to the process of fertility treatment. Stress, anxiety, guilt are often just a few of the emotions felt by couples and these emotions are now recognised by most experts as having a negative impact on the treatment itself. This seminar will look at the causes of these emotions, the problems they can cause and how the use of Clinical Hypnosis can help couples to overcome thee emotions, feel in control again and enhance the treatment itself.
Karen is a leading clinical hypnotist and hypnotherapist based in Huddersfield, West Yorkshire. She has an academic background in human biology and has extensive training and experience in Clinical Hypnosis, Hypnotherapy, Hypno-analysis, Suggestion therapy and EMDR.
She is a full member of the prestigious British Society of Clinical Hypnosis, a fellow of the NLPPA, the UK Director of the HypnoFertility Foundation, a tutor for the London College of Clinical Hypnosis and a member of the Complementary Therapy Research Network. Karen is also an accredited trainer of hypnosis and teaches GP’s, medical consultants, midwives and nurses about hypnosis and hypnotherapy.
Karen successfully works with people from all over the UK, with a wide range of issues at her clinic based in Huddersfield, where she specialises in anxiety based issues, irritable bowl syndrome, fertility and childbirth. Karen can regularly been seen as the hypnotherapy expert in national women’s and health magazines, has made contributions to published books on hypnosis and hypnofertility. Karen is the creator of the internationally selling fertility and conception hypnosis programme.
Karen uses hypnosis extensively in her own life and has had a full course of hypno-analysis as part of her training. Karen has given birth twice, using hypnosis as her only form of pain relief!
Karen offers a wide range of hypnotherapeutic interventions to her clients, that tackle both the root cause of symptoms and the symptoms themselves. She knows that therapy must be tailored to each individual, and takes great care to understand each client and their individual needs. Karen offers all new clients a free 30 minute consultation where she can assess that treatment with hypnosis is suitable for that client and creates an individual therapy programme for that client. This consultation process also allows the client time to assess and confirm that Karen is the correct therapist for them before any therapy begins (absolutely essential to the therapeutic process).
The Power of Belief in Fertility Enhancment Rev. Dr. C. Scot Giles Wheaton, Illinois
While advances in medicine and in the hypnotic arts and sciences are all well and good, both pale beside the power of belief in the human mind. This talk by a well-known Consulting Hypnotist who is also a clergyman and Board Certified Chaplain, will focus on the spiritual aspects of promoting fertility. Learn how you can use your expectations and hopes to create the circumstances in your body most favorable to fertility. You can use what you learn here as an adjunct to any medical or other fertility technique you employ or help others to employ. When you connect expectation to the power of a personality's deepest spiritual beliefs, you create something very special.
The Rev. Dr. C. Scot Giles holds his Bachelor's and Master's Degrees from the University of Connecticut, Magna Cum Laude and Phi Beta Kappa and his Doctor of Ministry Degree from Meadville/Lombard Theological School at the University of Chicago With Highest Distinction and two academic prizes.
He is a Board Certified Chaplain, representing years of additional training in the pastoral arts and the passing of a rigorous examination. This is the most widely recognized credential for clergy who work as health professionals. Dr. Giles is a graduate, and a faculty member, of a state-licensed hypnotism school and has thousands of hours of advanced hypnotism training.
He sits on the Advisory Board of the National Guild of Hypnotists, and has won its highest awards, including the North Award for Lifetime Achievement, the President's Award, and the Hypnosis Research Award. He has been inducted into the Order of James Braid, the international honor society for hypnotism. He ranks as a Certified Instructor and Diplomate of the National Guild of Hypnotists which are the highest levels of recognition that can be earned. He also received recognition for his work from prominent community groups such as the Volunteer Center for North Suburban Chicago and Wellness House of Hinsdale, Illinois. He is known all over the world for his work with cancer patients.
Dr. Giles is the author of the curriculum used by the National Guild of Hypnotists to train Consulting Hypnotists to do medical hypnotism in the United States, Great Britain and Canada.
He is a Unitarian Universalist community minister, authorized to work with people of all religious backgrounds by one of the oldest Protestant denominations in America.
How Diet Affects Fertility Tara Annesley, ND Canada
The relationship between diet and fertility can be quite confusing. There is an abundance of theories and concepts but what does it all mean? What is right for you? At this lecture you'll learn the connections between food, gut health, and fertility. Learn what foods are the top culprits and what you can do to optimize your fertility.
Tara is a Queen's University (B.Sch 1994) and CCNM (N.D. 1998) graduate. She is director of Rise Up For Health a women's health centre in Ontario, Canada with a special focus on infertility and hormone imbalance.
Fertility and Pregnancy While Chronically Ill Dr. Denise Frer
In the past it was recommended that women suffering from chronic illnesses refrain from pregnancy due to serious complications that can set in before, during, or after pregnancy. In her presentation Dr. Frer details how the advances in healthcare have shown that these women can still successfully conceive, carry, and deliver healthy babies giving hope to many childless couples.
Denise Frer is a Consulting Hypnotist and member of the National Guild of Hypnotists. She holds her Master’s Degree and Doctor of Education from National-Louis University, Evanston, Illinois. She is a graduate of a state approved hypnotism school and has thousands of hours of advanced hypnosis experience.
Denise established the Hypnosis and Energy Medicine Clinic within the Alexian Brothers Medical Center, Elk Grove, Illinois that serves as an adjunct and complement to conventional medical care professionals. She maintains an ongoing hypnosis for cancer program at that hospital as well as at St. Alexius Hospital’s Cancer Center in Hoffman Estates, Illinois.
Dr. Frer also served as the Alexian manager of physician continuing education and assisted the staff with rapidly changing medical information.
She is also a Healing Touch Certified Practitioner who practices an energy based therapeutic approach to healing. The goal of Healing Touch is to restore harmony and balance in the energy system and to promote self-healing.
Healing Touch complements the traditional medical model and is used synergistically with other approaches to health and healing.
A Neuropsychological Perspective on The Effects of Infertility From The Males Viewpoint
Dr. Gilmour-Pangratz. R.N. B.S.N., Psy.D Scotland
Areas to be addressed in this presentation:
1.Review of the literature (Limited)
2.Stress related to perform on demand
3.Injury to the male ego
4.Changing the males perspective on alternative/and or complementary therapies (hypnosis)
5.Job related stress and the effects on motility and production of sperm
Dr. Gilmour-Pangratz. R.N. B.S.N., Psy.D. Graduated with honors from Florida International University with a Bachelor degree in nursing. After which she was on staff at The University of Miami Jackson Memorial Medical Center where she dedicated 17 years of her career to the Brain and Spinal cord trauma unit. During that period she held managerial and teaching positions. However, it was well known that her greatest love was at the bedside and teaching young students.
After many years, Dr. Gilmour returned to the academic arena working towards a Masters Degree in Social Work majoring in Forensic. She spent a year at The South Florida Maximum Security Facility for the Criminally insane before changing directions and transferring to The Miami Institute of Psychology earning a degree in Clinical Neuropsychology and graduating with Distinction. Simultaneously, she attended Nova University for a year studying analytical psychology.
Her undergraduate work was done at the University of Miami Jackson Memorial Medical Center in the Ryder Trauma Center it was at this point that Dr. Gilmour began to see the positive effects of hypnosis as a complimentary therapy.Her postgraduate work was at the Institute of Living, Hartford Hospital Schizophrenia Rehabilitation Program, working with the Spenser T. and Ann. W. Olin Foundation (Yale University) research.
Dr. Gilmour is currently in private practice and continues to work with traumatic and organic brain injury patients. Because a neuropsychological evaluation is typically comprehensive, a precise diagnosis can be achieved allowing her to address, which patients could have possible beneficial results with the introduction of hypnosis into the rehabilitation program.
As well as her knowledge in treatment of Neuropsychological and psychological disorders she is a Board Certified Hypnotherapist and a member of the National Guild of Hypnotherapists. She is a certified practitioner in Medical, Conversational, and Clinical Hypnosis with specialties including but not limited to Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Hypno/Fertility and Weight control.It is her belief that hypnotherapy is the science of the future for relief of many of the psychological disorders that plague society today. Working together as hypnotists it is our obligation to start a universal research database to further advance the beneficial effects of hypnosis as a valuable tool in the art of medicine.
After the Baby is Here- Relationship Challenges and Solutions. Stacey Horn, MSSA, LCSW, CH Vail, Colorado
As a couple, the focus has changed from getting pregnant and delivering the baby. They have become a threesome, and perhaps some of the magic has gone out of the relationship. This seminar outlines challenges they may be experiencing and some creative solutions for taking their relationship and family to the next stage.
Stacey graduated in 1991 with a Masters in Social Services Administration from Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland , Ohio . She practiced in Arizona between 1993 and 2005 in a variety of capacities- as a Therapist, Consultant and as a Program Administrator in the Behavioral Health System.
Stacey lives in the Vail Valley of Colorado and provides Individual and Family Therapy, Substance abuse case management services, and crisis intervention and consultation services. She is also a Certified Hypnotherapist, and a Trainer in HypnoFertility and Birth by Hypnosis for the HypnoFertility Foundation.
Fertility and Faith...What's God got to do with it? The Rev. Dr James Martino Colorado
An exploration of how medical professionals might learn to be more sensitive to their clients belief/faith systems or lack thereof. While it is easy to get caught up in medical facts and statistics it is also easy to overlook an individual's or couple's past and how their history might impact the ability to conceive. This presentation is useful information for practitioners as well as couples wishing to enhance their fertility.
Director of Development & Spiritual Care for Axis MinistriesNon Profit: Director of Development & Spiritual Care, Shiloh House a Residential Treatment Facility for traumatized & at risk youth in Colorado. Education and Training:Masters of Sacred Theology (S.T.M.) ~ Seminary of St. Mary Cortez ColoradoMasters of Arts in Ministry (M.A.), Seminary of St. Mary Cortez ColoradoPost Graduate Studies and Additional TrainingClinical Pastoral Education Unit I, Samaritan Counseling & Education Center Colorado Springs Colorado Clinical Pastoral Education Unit II, Samaritan Counseling & Education Center Colorado Springs ColoradoTransformational Hypnotherapy, Eastburn Institute Westminster Colorado, Anger Management* Stress/Anxiety Reduction, Conflict Resolution, Sleep Disorder, Certified Hypnotherapist through the National Guild of Hypnotists (NGH). Addiction Cessation, Eastburn Institute Westminster ColoradoResolving Impulse Control Disorders, Eastburn Institute Westminster ColoradoAdjunct Fertility Treatment, Eastburn Institute Westminster Colorado
Birthing As Nature Intended Newly Published and Released Author Teresa Van Zeller, CH Los Angeles
Often it is an overwhelming fear of the birthing process that creates the subconscious blocks common to Unexplained Infertility. Join author Teresa Van-Zeller as she reveals the truth about the sheer normalcy of birth. Having a baby is the most normal, natural, basic, physiological, fundamental beginning of life. Nature never intended for it to be painful. Learn the hows and whys that will enable you to make informed decisions that lead to a safe, peaceful, empowered birth, thereby freeing yourself from what so often turns out to be simply fear of the unknown.
For over a decade, Teresa Van-Zeller, a nationally renowned Advanced Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist, has been successfully assisting her clients to achieve their goals and realize their dreams of a gentle, peaceful birthing experience. As a Certified Hypnotherapist Instructor, she has trained many people including Doctors, Nurses, and Psychologists as well as “lay” people to become competent, and most importantly, confident Certified Hypnotherapists.
Teresa is the California Regional Director of the HypnoFertility Foundation and sits on the organization’s Advisory Board. She spent more than 10 years as a Faculty Member and Board of Directors Member of the HypnoBirthing® Institute. She has helped thousands of people to achieve the beautiful birth that nature has always intended them to have. As an instructor, she trains Doctors, Midwives, Doulas, Massage Therapists, and people looking to broaden their careers, to become Birth by Hypnosis™ Consultants, HypnoBirthing® Practitioners, and Childbirth Educators. In 2005 Teresa received the prestigious Director's Award from the HypnoBirthing® Institute for her exemplary service.
The Power of the Past Drake Eastburn, BCH, ACI Arvada, Colorado
Join Drake Eastburn, author of The Power of the Past for a fascinating journey into the depths of the subconscious mind. The term “Unexplained Infertility” implies that there is no physiological cause of infertility. However, this diagnosis is often devastating because it seems that nothing can be done—there is no simple or obvious cure, no drug or medical procedure that can instantly remedy the situation. Hypnosis can help. Subconscious blocks have shown time and time again to be a cause of infertility, and once released, conception and birth of a healthy baby can swiftly occur.
Hypnosis is often referred to as “the missing link.” Hypnotism is complementary to—and effectively enhances the success of—medical treatment and other modalities including acupuncture, chiropractic, yoga, etc. Hypnosis is so often the answer for those who have “tried everything” and are running out of time and hope. Above and beyond imagery or relaxation, regression is the heavy hitter of hypnotherapy. Find out how hypnotic regression can help.
Drake Eastburn is a Board Certified Hypnotherapist and Hypnotherapy instructor. He is the published author of 6 books on the subject of hypnotism and is considered an expert in the field. Drake has been featured on the cover of the Journal of Hypnotism and has taught his methods worldwide. He has appeared on television news programs, radio, and in print media including the Denver Post and the Rocky Mountain News.
Tantric Yoga and Sacred Sexuality Christina Milo, CH
Deepen the intimacy and passion as you rediscover being in the moment rather than just the mechanics of lovemaking.
Learn about, setting a scared space for lovemaking your baby, harmonizing positions for heart connection, sexual structure meditation, energetic ways to bond with your partner through breathing techniques and focused intention, and rituals to honor your self and partner.
"We all arrive on this planet through a close encounter of the sexual kind. The gateway of sexuality when viewed as scared eroticism is a beautiful portal for your baby."
Christina has been teaching tantra yoga for twelve years. She has a private practice in Denver, Colorado specializing in Fertility and Birth by Hypnosis and relationship enhancement. She is an advisory board member of the HypnoFertility Foundation, Inc.
Essential Oils and Herbs for Fertility, Pregnancy, and Birth Kayla Wentworth, CH Washington
Learn how hypnosis, herbs, and therapeutic-grade essential oils can support the natural functions of fertility, pregnancy, and childbirth. Kayla details a holistic perspective offering information on the importance of diet, exercise, and the amazingly powerful plant medicines used in preparing the body and mind for conception. She will also cover some of the causes of hormonal imbalances and how these oils have hormone-like qualities that can support and potentiate the reproductive system..
Essential oils can help release unblocked emotions, which may compromise our immune system or genetic structuring
Kayla is a member of the National Guild of Hypnotists (NGH), has been an international health educator and teacher for over 25 years as a Nationally Certified Massage Therapist, Herbalist, EFT Teacher (Emotional Freedom Technique), Aromatherapist, HypnoBirthing practioner, and Certified Fertility and Birth by Hypnosis Trainer. Kayla is very proud to offer Fertility and birth by Hypnosis certification classes in Washington state.
How Parts Therapy Could be the Solution Roy Hunter, CH Washington
How can you effectively get help when you struggle with inner conflicts? It's a real possibility that one's inability to conceive may be due to unconscious self-sabotage, which may make you a prime candidate for PARTS THERAPY.
Competently facilitated, parts therapy often helps people get past barriers when other techniques are insufficient. This presentation is a MUST for anyone not familiar with parts therapy or one of its variations. Roy Hunter, your presenter, is the published author of two hypnosis texts based on the teachings of the late Charles Tebbetts, as well as Hypnosis for Inner Conflict Resolution:
Roy Hunter is the published author of several books, and an experienced trainer with a strong background in sales. Master the Power of Self-Hypnosis (Sterling Publishing, 1998) is considered by professionals to be one of the best self-hypnosis books available.
In addition to teaching professional hypnosis and advanced techniques to professionals, he teaches self-hypnosis to groups and clients for personal or professional motivation. Roy’s presentations include numerous workshops both in the USA and abroad, for groups and business as well as for international hypnosis conventions. Besides selling self-help since 1983, his sales experience includes insurance as well as various in-store products. His hypnosis text, The Art of Hypnosis (3rd Edition, Kendall/Hunt Publishing, 2000), is required reading at many schools of hypnosis around the world. The professional hypnosis training course he wrote and developed is currently taught by other instructors. Roy was inducted into the International Hypnosis Hall of Fame in April of 2000 for his written contributions to the field of hypnotherapy. His latest book is Hypnosis for Inner Conflict Resolution: Introducing Parts Therapy (Crown House Publishing, 2005). He was awarded an honorary doctorate in clinical hypnotherapy (for lifetime achievement) from St. John’s University in 2004. Then, in 2009, he was awarded a Ph.D. from Alpha University and California University with a major in clinical hypnotherapy.
Fertility Yoga and Mayan Abdominal Self-Massage Marie-Louise See, RN, CH Netherlands/USA
How to enhance fertility utilizing relaxation techniques and breathing techniques with yoga poses specially geared to open the pelvis lower back, and solar plexus to enhance blood flow and energy into these areas.
Learn heart opening poses to be to release the emotions are working towards conception and also towards acceptance and surrender to life moment to moment as well as yoga poses to bring balance to the major glands and hormones.
Marie Louise See R.N has been practicing in the medical field for over 30 years and teaching yoga for over 20 years. As a Kripalu yoga teacher she feels that most important outcome for her students is to be more relaxed with the relaxation response flowing through their body producing endorphins.
She has spent the last 10 years specializing in prenatal yoga and massage. Hundreds of pregnant mothers-to-be have come through her studio over the years, many times repeating the class with their next pregnancy. This experience led her to working with young women who want to become pregnant so badly and for whatever reason were not able to conceive. Many clients are referred to her for relaxation massages in between procedures during their IVF treatment. She works with these women to teach them relaxation and breathe diaphragmatically.
Marie-Louise also works with women who do not choose to use medical procedures for fertilityand prefer mind-body modalities such as hypnosis, acupuncture, and nutrition. Many come to Marie-Louise for Maya abdominal massages, a deep abdominal massage that helps to open up the blood flow in the abdomen freeing stagnation and congestion.
After 10 years of prenatal work, Marie-Louise now makes a difference in the fertility world helping women to conceive through fertility by hypnosis and stress management.
Thanks to being an R. N., she is able to combine these modalities to create a custom plan for each client to enhance fertility. Her goal is to make a difference in women’s journies as they walk this path with their biggest wish being to conceive.
Prenatal/Perinatal Chiropractic Care
Julie Seymour, DC
Learn about the efficacy and need for prenatal and perinatal chiropractic care, and how to determine when chiropractic care would be beneficial to the outcome pregnancy/labor/delivery.
Gain an understanding of the physiological, technological/medical, and emotional causes of intrauterine constraint/fetal positioning, as well as other potential causes of poor labor delivery outcomes. Hear how chiropractic care can have a positive effect on these issues.
Dr. Julie Seymour has been serving the wellness needs of the greater Denver area for more than 21 years. She specializes in pregnancy and pediatric care. she is a Colorado native, and lives in Denver with her husband, a fifth grade social studies teacher.
Dr. Julie is certified in Chiropractic Pediatrics, and the Webster Prenatal Technique, by the International Chiropractic Pediatrics Association.
