Testimonials from the Graduates         Page Two
the Pacific Institute of Advanced  Hypnotherapy
the Pacific Institute of Advanced  Hypnotherapy
Look outside and dream, look inside and awaken
Look outside and dream, look inside and awaken
New Westminster, British Columbia, Canada
New Westminster, British Columbia, Canada

I would like to truly and sincerely thank Sherry M. Hood M.H., CHt.
for her commitment to my learning.  Sherry has the deepest of
integrity and I knew, the moment I met her, that she was the
teacher for me.  I have learned, over the years, to trust my
intuition.  My intuition told me that this was where I needed to be
and it was bang on again.  
I checked out several schools but Sherry’s obvious integrity
combined with her personally designed, up to date curriculum and
the fact that she brings in guest clients every day made my choice
crystal-clear.  Practicing our ever-increasing skills with volunteers
has given me absolute confidence in leaving PIAH as a qualified
clinical hypnotherapist with no fear in dealing with clients.
There was so much more in-depth learning of the functions of the
brain and body than I expected.  We did not just learn how to use
our voice in reading scripts.  We learned a great deal of science
and medical information that exceeded my expectation.  Without
knowing that information now, would seem incomplete.
Sherry creates an environment of success.   I would highly
recommend that anyone interested in taking a course in
Hypnotherapy, do check out the others.  But, be absolutely sure to
meet with Sherry to see the difference.  It is profound.  I believe
that you will succeed with confidence with Sherry as your teacher
and mentor.  I know I will.

Teya Graves M.H., C.Ht.
Chilliwack, B.C.





The Pacific Institute of Advanced Hypnotherapy, has exceeded my
expectations in providing me with knowledge, wisdom and
excellent skills in healing with Hypnotherapy.  
I have graduated from this course as a confident clinical  
hypnotherapist, and experienced a powerful transformation in my
career, and in my life.
Sherry is an excellent teacher and provides a safe environment
and great support to learn.  I know that her teaching methods,
her intelligence, her professionalism and her many years of
experience in this field have vastly contributed to my confidence
and success!
I recommend this school for people who are interested in either
supporting their careers in traditional western medicine and
naturopathic medicine, or for anyone who is ready for a new start
in a career of healing.
Thank you Sherry for providing an excellent curriculum, education,
and most important a positive life changing experience!

Suzanne Saliba M.H.,C.Ht.
New Westminster, BC




I completed the Basic Hypnotist, Master Hypnotist and Certified
Clinical Hypnotherapist courses offered by PIAH, Mar/April 2008
and found that the courses (160 hours) surpassed my
expectations at all levels and in all respects.
Our instructor, Sherry Hood, MH, CHt, is an extremely experienced,
ethical and client-based hypnotherapist and it showed in the
quality and clarity of her answers on every possible aspect of
hypnotherapy.
As a mature student who has had experience with many courses
and places of learning throughout the years, I can offer an opinion
of this course and this instructor that is based on objective
comparison to other courses in many fields. This instructor and
this Institute are clearly, in my opinion, a cut above and this high-
quality, high-integrity course is a must for any serious
hypnotherapy student.
I am so grateful for the opportunity to have learned so much
quality information in a way that I feel entirely prepared to use the
techniques immediately.
As a human being and teacher, Sherry Hood is a gift to the world.

G. Barkley, M.H.,CHt.
Kelowna, BC





The Pacific Institute of Advanced Hypnotherapy provides an
excellent course.
The teacher, Sherry M. Hood M.H., C.Ht. has a very welcoming and
approachable personality.  She is a great listener.  She
acknowledges students concerns and guides with patience and
reassurance in her teaching .
As a colleague, auditing her classes, I felt a huge positive energy
growth within each of the students taking this course.  With her
love of teaching, Sherry delights in seeing her students also
embrace the love she has for hypnotherapy.
Sherry is well informed, up to date and students can be assured
they are in the presence of the highest standards.

Debbie Stewart M.H.,C.Ht
Burnaby, BC



As a graduate of The Pacific Institute of Advance Hypnotherapy I
cannot speak highly enough about the school and its
Founder/Head Instructor, Sherry Hood. Not only was the course
curriculum extremely comprehensive with respect to theory but, all
three levels of the course (Hypnotist, Master Hypnotist, Clinical
Hypnotherapist) offered extensive  practical experience as well.
Upon graduation, each student has already worked with at least
40 clients under Sherry’s supervision. This experience has been
invaluable when it comes to building confidence as a new
practitioner.
Sherry’s instruction, knowledge of the field, leadership and
integrity are without compare. She is, quite simply, an exemplary
Clinical Hypnotherapist and instructor in the field. Sherry’s passion
for Clinical Hypnotherapy and for training competent Clinical
Hypnotherapists ready to enter the field with integrity and
confidence is evident in everything she does. Sherry Hood is,
without question, one of the finest instructors, not to mention one
of the finest human beings I have ever had the pleasure of
knowing. I am so proud to call her my mentor, my colleague and a
friend.

Sincerely,
Kat Derksen, BA, BSW, MH, CCHt





I have taken the complete course of Hypnotist,Master Hypnotist
and Clinical Hypnotherapist.
Some schools only teach the minimum requirement to become a
certified hypnotherapist, however The Pacific Institute of
Advanced Hypnotherapy teaches beyond that. You learn more
detail and you also get the extra support in areas you need.  

I had support from the first day I talked to Sherry about
registering. Sherry not only teaches what you need to know about
becoming a hypnotherapist, she teaches you more through
example of honesty & compassion. Sherry not only learns &
teaches hypnosis / hypnotherapy, Sherry lives it. Sherry is the
high school teacher that went that extra mile for you.

I am very glad I took this course and I recommend it to anyone
that is interested in hypnotherapy. Just like a pebble dropped in a
puddle, each graduate will be a ripple effect to a more relaxed
world "One session at a time."

Keith Nahanee M.H., C.Ht
North Vancouver




I  recently graduated from the Pacific Institute of Advanced
Hypnotherapy with my Hypnotist, Master Hypnotist and Clinical
Hypnotherapist certification.  I would like to offer my extensive
praise to the program and more importantly to Sherry M. Hood,
founder and head instructor.  
After looking at several options for hypnotherapy training I
decided on the P.I.A.H. for many reasons.  I wanted a reputable
school with a comprehensive, up-to-date curriculum, extensive
practical training and a modern, comfortable atmosphere.  The
Pacific Institute exceeded my expectations in all these regards.  
The deciding factor for me, however, was my first meeting with
Sherry Hood.  Her genuine warmth, honesty and professionalism
earned my instant respect and it has only grown over time.
Sherry is passionate about her students, her clients and her
profession.  In addition to teaching and maintaining a practice, she
works diligently alongside physicians and medical professionals as
an advocate for the integrity of the field of hypnotherapy.  It has
been a privilege to study under someone with her level of
experience and impeccable client success rate and I feel very
proud to be associated with her.  Her vast knowledge, skills and
individual integrity rank her far superior to so many other
individuals in her field, yet she exhibits such a unique modesty.  
She is a master and a legacy in her profession.
Graduates of the P.I.A.H. have a thorough understanding of
hypnosis and hypnotherapy and are fully prepared and confident
to begin practice, without fear or apprehension.  Sherry continues
to support me in my career as a Clinical Hypnotherapist, lending
her support and insight whenever I need it.  
I would undeniably recommend this program for anyone with any
degree of interest in the field of hypnotherapy and I thank you
Sherry for all you have done for me.

Sincerely,
Lisa Cooper M.H. C.Ht




My studies at Pacific Institute of Advanced Hypnotherapy gave me
valuable tools to compliment my practice as a Registered Massage
Therapist. I have discovered hypnotherapy is effective when
addressing stress, phobia and pain management.

In my eleven years as a practitioner, I have taken many post
graduate courses. The Pacific Institute’s curriculum surpassed my
expectations. Sherry’s devotion to this fascinating field shows in
her skill as a teacher and hypnotherapist.

I recommend this program to any health care professional who
wants to further understand the psychosomatic connection.


Stephen Hedman, RMT, C.Ht.
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