Short Term Therapy for Long Term Results

Paul's Performance Enhancement Program: Case Studies

(PTSD) Combat Sergeant — US Army

"In my 19 months in Iraq I led a combat unit; I was exposed to violence, danger, and death everyday.

I was back from Iraq 6 months before I began Bridge Therapy. When I began I could hardly attend my college classes because I was so reactive-with flashbacks. I would always be aware of a place to hide or seek shelter.

I have had three of my soldiers die in my arms. I was unable to sleep through the night without night terrors. My days and nights were crowded with constant horror. I was unable to concentrate or lead a normal life.

I look back now and am amazed that in 9 weeks I was able to put all my fears and reactions behind me. Bridge Therapy took me through the 280 incidents which tormented me. I am now doing well at school and in my newly married life. No more horrible dreams or memories.

Peace at last."

Tyler (soon to be 4)

He was a constant source of concern and frustration for his parents. He adamantly and loudly refused any attempts at toilet training. He was taken to a Medical Doctor who is a Developmental Specialist. The parents were desperate and spent over $1000 for these visits with no change. In fact Tyler was even more stubborn and defiant in his behavior and attitudes. After all that, a single visit with an intervention resulted in an excited call in less than 24 hours from an elated father: "Dr. you are a genius! Tyler just made six poo-poos today." A simple approach of compassion and understanding made this possible.

Alen (5 years old)

Had a tragic life. He was physically and sexually abused by his father. His mother was emotionally abused and physically abused as well. I received a frantic call from the Executive Director of a Women and Children's Shelter asking me to help Alen. He had a disruptive and destructive reputation already. There was not a single therapist, doctor, or staff member whom he had not severely kicked. His aggression was constant and damaging. I felt great sorrow for him and his plight. After five sessions, Alen was returned to engage a regular and normal five-year-old schedule. There are no further incidents of violence, inattention, or disruptive behavior. Three years later, he is still performing adequately in school, on the playground, and at home.

Alexis (14 year old)

Was a superb hunter-jumper equestrian. Her behavior was so uncooperative and aggressive especially towards her parents. After several visits to a psychiatrist, he diagnosed her with aggression and oppositional defiance and refused to see her further and referred her to me for Bridge. It took two sessions with her family and one by herself. All aggressive and obstinate patterns have ceased and have remained so.

Alex and Stephanie

Parents who lost their 21 year old son through a "mysterious disappearance". Neither parent was able to focus on their career. They were on a "permanent escape" from the pain and loss of their son. After a year and a half, Bridge Therapy was engaged ... for an intense 4 days. After two weeks, Alex returned to his full time work as a surgeon and Stephanie was able to resume her challenging position in the field of mental health.

They reported freedom from the burden, the sorrow and the deadening loss of their son. Though they will always miss their son, both parents have written to Dr. Sabina that "joy and peace have returned to us though we accept that our son is never to return."

Melanie

An executive in her early 40's with an extensive European travel requirement found herself experiencing 14 - 18 full blown panic attacks in each 24 hour period. Primary characteristics were an inability to breathe, a racing heart, sweats, chills, sudden tremors, feelings of dread and anxiety, inability to concentrate or stop worrying ... complete lack of all appetites.

This condition responded quickly to Bridge Therapy in that Melanie was able to return to work in 6 days and resumed her travels in 3 ½ weeks. She is now symptom free and only returns to see Dr. Sabina once every two months. She has recently married with much joy ...

5½ years old with nightmares and bed wetting

Karen was just 4½ when her parents separated. A year later, Karen came to see me when she began having constant nightmares waking 4 to 5 times a night screaming in terror. More often than not, in the morning the bed would be wet, too. Karen was able to resolve both of these problems in four visits. She has been free of nightmares for over a year now.

Angry 17 year old

Howard had directed violent outbursts with defiance toward both his father and mother. He had even quit school. Three sessions of Bridge Therapy found Howard back to his normal self and peace returned at home and school.

Motor Vehicle Accident Victims

Motor vehicle accident victims frequently experience intense physical and emotional pain and torment. By releasing the pain from emotional memories, often both physical and cognitive performance is improved. Then, the victim is enabled to return as closely as feasible to their pre-accident condition and as "normal" a life as possible.

Rose

A 42-year old paralegal client was referred to me by a rehabilitation specialist. She explained that this was "the most severe case of PTSD that I have ever seen". Rose had been off work for almost two years. After 4 months of Bridge Therapy, Rose returned to work and has not missed in a day in a year.

Angela

At 52, she was involved in a tragic accident in which she was driving and her husband was killed. For nine long years, Angela struggled with depression, despair, and guilt. She engaged a variety of therapies and anti-depressant medications during these years. After four and a half months of therapy, Angela is now free of her toxic emotions and is drug free.

Joan

A 55-year old bank teller who was personally faced with 5 armed robberies ... finally was so terrified she could not go near her bank or any of its branches without severe emotional reactions. Joan is now back at work full-time and functioning well both at work and at home. Her life is now free of pain and stress.

George

A 29-year old bank manager came in because he could not concentrate. He had been off work for a week, because of heart-break he experienced at the break-up of his relationship. Sleep and nutrition were lacking and he could not eliminate the painful thoughts and feelings. "I could not get her out of my mind". To our mutual amazement, George was able to return to work and resume a normal routine after 2 sessions of Bridge Therapy. "My hurt was gone, I could concentrate and got my life back".

Conrad

A 54-year old very successful businessman and father of three was "hooked" on crack-cocaine. He was "using" a declared 4 to 5 times per week. Two months after beginning Bridge Therapy, he had completely eliminated drugs from his life. That was almost two years ago. He is still "clean", his business is thriving, and his home life is back to normal.

Cynthia

When I was 19 years old, I sustained a serious neck trauma that left me with a spinal cord injury. Three surgeries and two neck braces later, my doctors told me that the bones in my neck had been successfully fused, therefore stabilized, and that I should begin to see gradual improvement in my neurological symptoms with time. This was not the case. While the surgeries did stabilize my neck area, thereby preventing any further injury to my spinal cord, my existing symptoms, such as numbness, tingling, and weakness in my torso and limbs, persisted. These symptoms, along with many other neurological symptoms left me tired, made it difficult to get around and were in general, very debilitating. These symptoms never did heal.

Enter Dr. Paul and bridge therapy.

When I arrived at Dr. Paul’s office, 12 years after my accident, I felt stuck and was very unhappy in all areas of my life. I hated my job, I experienced bouts of anxiety and depression, and I felt hopeless about making positive change in my life. Now, after about10 hours of therapy sessions with Dr. Paul, I no longer feel anxious, depressed or stuck. In fact, I feel fabulous about myself, more empowered to make change and optimistic about my future. But not only did Dr. Paul bring me to a better mental and emotional state, I am very excited to report that during my course with Dr. Paul, I experienced (and continue to experience) physical healing as well. For example, I am now much more balanced and coordinated when I walk, my muscles are less rigid, I do not tire as easily, and I am finally starting to gain back some of the “normal” sensation in my arms and legs. Overall, I move with much greater ease and comfort, which greatly improves the quality of my life.

I am truly blessed and very grateful to have met Dr. Paul. It was because of his brilliant insight and generosity that I have come so far in such a short time.

52-year-old Father and Entrepreneur

In the last 3 months I have been through so much. Through you I have negotiated an amicable marriage separation with custody and access arrangements for our 9-year-old daughter. I am the happiest I’ve been in many, many years. And since I started seeing you three months ago, my business has taken off and my net worth has increased by 1.5 million.

Thanks Paul.

The Fighting Couple

We had been together for 9 years; we just could not stop fighting. We had been fighting non-stop for seven years. When we woke up in the morning the fights began and we would continue fighting right up until we fell asleep at night.

From this chaotic beginning, we worked intensely one on one and as a couple for four months. That was over four years ago. Since then we had only had 3 “fights” and no disagreement lasted more than 2 hours. We also welcomed a new son into our family.

Here are a few examples of people who have benefited from Paul’s Performance Enhancement Program:

All-Star running back (football)

Canadian champion in badminton

Olympian in equestrian events

World champion in snooker and billiards

Rock star

Piano Recitalist