I went into these sessions with some skepticism. I am a 65 year old retired cop, and have never gotten a lot out of"Talk Therapy." However, Dr. Cindy piut me at ease right away. I felt a change after two sessions. My wife noticed a HUGE difference in my listening skills and (at times) very defensive communication. Honestly, it is difficult to explain...but it has been working for me! I highly recommend this therapy! read more

Dr. Cindy was a beacon of hope during a challenging time. The job I had loved was abruptly gone and having been a workaholic, I was struggling to figure out who I was, as well as commit and be successful at another job. She suggested programs including Positive Intelligence and BeYou. Those programs combined with 1x1 sessions with Dr. Cindy, literally changed my life. It was well worth the money (even while unemployed and not sure when I'd have an income again!) because it gave me insights, tools to change, and re-ignited other areas of passion in my life. I have hope and confidence again, which is priceless, so I am beyond grateful that I went to Dr. Cindy! read more

I met Cynthia months ago and she has been able to help me relieve a lot of my day-to-day stressors and negative thoughts. I have been able to achieve a clear head to allow myself to make better decisions whether it's in my business or personal life. Through her one on one approach, I've been able to get out of my comfort zone and it has been well worth it. I recommend Cynthia for anyone who is looking for a clear head when going through their day-to-day routine. read more

It's been a few years since I saw Dr. Sholes. I went to see her for a tune-up to help me get through some personal issues I'm dealing with. It was great reconnecting with her and after my session I felt better and it got better with each passing day. I will continue to see her for the time being. Without her I would never have gotten back on a jet airliner 10 years ago. With her guidance it made flying easier to the point where I didn't have to think about getting on a plane. It's really opened up my world! It was my claustrophobia that held me back from getting a a plane. I had been flying for work for years, then something happened and I couldn't get on a plane any longer. After 15 years of not flying, I was back flying again! Over the years I've been seeing her she has helped my become more comfortable with myself in understanding who I am. I cannot thank her enough! read more

I had rrest sessions with Dr. Cindy that relieved much of my crippling stage fight. I also took her class on positive Intelligence based on the book by Shirzad Chamin. I am continuing to use the skills that I learned to interrupt negative patterns that used to damage my relationships with my spouse, friends and family. Thanks Dr. Cindy read more

I reached out over last summer to work on a few of my fears/issues thinking why not take a chance. It only took 1 session for me to overcome my fear of injections which I saw immediate improvement. This has been an issue for me since my childhood. It only took 2-3 sessions for me to overcome some of my additional discomforts which has made my current lifestyle so much more comfortable and less stressful as little things were starting to impact me especially in this quarantine lifestyle. Keep an open mind and try it out! read more

I was very happy with the skills Dr Sholes demonstrated as she was able to pinpoint the cause of an issue and help me on my way to recovery.

I have been a client of Dr. Cindy Sholes for over 15 years and have been very satisfied with the improvements in my life her work has provided. Through hypnosis, she was able to eliminate the feelings of claustrophobia that I have experienced all my life. My anxiety level is much reduced by the releases she has helped me with. The negative patterns of thought that plagued me for years are no longer part of my life. I feel lighter and so much more free to pursue life in a positive way and to move forward with a happy and fulfilled life. Thank you, Dr. Cindy Sholes!! read more

I was quite skeptical at first that Dr. Sholes could help me with a very specific phobia I was having, but after the first session, I felt so much better! Dr. Sholes has a very calming presence and is a wonderful listener. She really makes you feel comfortable and has an incredible ability to find the root of a problem, address it, and help you manage your issues going forward. While I still feel a bit of anxiety at times, she's helped given me the tools necessary to take a once overwhelming feeling and has dissipated it to something far more manageable. 10/10 highly recommend, and can't wait to continue our sessions! read more

I first starting going to Dr. Cindy several years ago because I needed back surgery and when I mentioned having surgery to others, they all had horror stories which did not make any decision I made easier. Dr. Cindy helped me remove the fear energy around the surgery so that after a couple of sessions, the only people who came into my life where people with good experiences. I have been working with Dr. Cindy for several years and she has helped me remove the energy from my memories so that when a memory comes up, it no longer pulls me back into the past. I will continue to ask Dr. Cindy for help whenever I feel I need it. By the way, I had the surgery and have not had any back issues for the last decade. read more

Dr. Sholes is magical! I was suffering from severe depression. Years of conventional therapy didn't do a thing. After a few sessions with Dr. Sholes, I was already feeling much better. I am now happy and living the life I dreamed of. She uses the Magic Mind Method and rRest which are very fast, sinple and effective. Check it out! read more

Dr. Sholes has my highest recommendations. I went to see Dr. Sholes over a year ago to help me deal with deep emotions I was having after loosing loved ones, anxiety, stress and other stuff I was trying to cope with. After my first visit I felt immediate relief which allowed me to start functioning again. We did about 6-7 sessions in which we used hypnotherapy, counseling and NET. What a great combination of skills and natural talent she has. Dr. Sholes always made me feel like she cared deeply about my issues and was very compassionate and understanding of my situation. I haven't seen her since her office moved to Redwood City but I will always consider her as a beacon where I can run to to find peace and direction with my life. read more

I was initially a bit skeptical about some of her techniques, but found that they really did work. She was able to get to the heart of some of my issues surrounding natural childbirth in very short order -- stuff that could have taken weeks of therapy -- and was able to help me resolve/overcome them (again, without weeks of therapy). My only complaint was that I thought the CDs that I needed as part of the course of hypnobirthing I was taking should have been included in the fee. read more

Cannot recommend Dr. Cindy enough! I went to see her for anxiety that I've had for decades. After 8 sessions, my anxiety is improved enormously. She uses something called NET Neuro Emotional Technique, and I've found it tremendously effective. Doctor Cindy has a big talent for helping to zero in on what's really going on. I can't tell you how amazing it is to wake up every day and not have that anxiety grinding away at me. I would imagine everyone is different in how many sessions you might need to see results. I needed all eight sessions. It's nice to know this is a resource, and I intend to go back and do further work in the future. I went to standard counseling for many years, and frankly it helped a tiny bit at the time and not at all in the long run. So much money and time and no real results. read more

I went to Cynthia Sholes for help losing weight using hypnotherapy. I had been trying to lose weight for years and kept losing and gaining the same 20 pounds. In my desperation, I finally decided to try an 'alternative therapy.' I went to Dr. Sholes in the fall of 2006 and saw her for about 5 or 6 sessions. I lost 20 pounds gradually from eating right and exercising. Hypnotherapy helped to reinforce all the good habits that I knew I should follow, such as eating well-balanced meals, having healthy snacks and exercising regularly. Dr. Sholes also gave sound nutritional advice and useful tips. She made cds of our sessions so I could listen to them at home. There were also cds you could purchase that addressed issues such as 'Eating with Awareness.' It has been almost 2 1/2 years and I have lost almost 30 pounds since I initially went to Dr. Sholes. More importantly, I have maintained my weight and have not 'yo-yo-d' back and forth. I plan on losing another 10 pounds and feel confident that I will reach my goal. I still listen to the cds when I plateau or need some encouragement. I highly recommend trying hypnotherapy because it helped me to be fit and healthy as I enter my 50's. read more

I came to see Dr. Cynthia Sholes at the behest of a good friend of mine. I am so very glad I made these appointments. I had not heard of neuro emotional technique until then. I had a noticeable difference in my outlook and in dealing with some long term problems plaguing me for quite some time. In fact, my husband noticed such a difference he remarked "this woman you're seeing is a miracle worker!". I highly recommend seeing her if you are experiencing repeated unhealthy patterns in your life. It's well worth the time and expense as this impacts the quality of your life greatly. read more

Be warned - she may be a scam artist I wanted some help to quit smoking using hypnosis. The first session was ok, but as I was waking up and still in a suggestible state of mind she tried repeatedly to sell me some herbal supplements. I thought that was a little sketcy. On the second visit things got weird. Instead of the simple hypnotherapy, we did some kind of biofeedback technique that I am pretty sure was fake. She started asking about some deep, private feelings, and having me re-live them. I got pretty upset but she reassured me that she could "cleanse" me of these negative emotions. I got more upset and I said, "I don't want to do this anymore." She replied, "It's going to be ok, just let me spray something under your tongue." That was a little bit scary as she doesn't know what I am allergic to or what medications i am taking. I though it was irresponsible of her to dispense anything without getting a medical history. I walked out at that point. The even bigger problem is that I just wanted simple hypnotherapy to help me quit smoking. I paid for two session but only got one. She made me uncomfortable as well. I was very upset when I left her office. I would not go back. read more

I work in high tech and often under deadline pressures. In situations where I felt particularly confronted I would sometimes start to stutter and then devolve into giggling. Yes, truly mortifying but it seemed beyond my conscious volition. A trusted friend of suggested I see Cynthia for assistance. With a single session of NET therapy with Cynthia that behavior pattern was extinguished and in the year since has not resurfaced. Amazing. Something I thought I was stuck with for life, vanished. read more

I am amazed at the quick results from seeing Dr. Sholes. I really can't explain how her therapy works - but it just does! To my amazement I had so much relief from just one session. Although Dr. Sholes were not pushy in any way to schedule more sessions, I will continue seeing her as I think of other concerns I'd like to address. read more

Dr. Cyndi is a miracle worker! I've had a serious bout of anxiety and depression for a year. I've tried a therapist, medication, acupuncture, mindfulness classes, a partial hospitalization 7 weeks, 6 hour a day group therapy program and all those rolled into one couldn't help me as much as Dr. Cyndi has! I purchased a 10 session program and let me tell you it was worth every penny! It took a good 4 sessions for me to see results and I was highly skeptical at first, but kept pressing on and glad I did! I walk out of there with tremendous relief and a big smile on my face. I go in with an issue to tackle and come out with it out of my system! I don't know how it works, but am so thankful that something like this exists! I got my life back! I just read what I wrote and it sounds too much like an advertisement, so just editing it to once again say that this works! I came to Dr. Cyndi after reading her 5 star yelp reviews and also know someone personally that she help out tremendously! I was diagnosed with Generalized Anxiety Disorder...I worry about everything under the sun! I wouldn't be able to enjoy lunch with friends, quality time with my kids and even my favorite band at a concert! Nothing could break the wall of worrying and my mind flipping to negative thoughts! At this moment, I am calm, free of anxiety and enjoying the simple pleasures of everyday life. Please see her if you are struggling! Dr. Cyndi is compassionate and her environment feels like a vacation. No stuffy psych office feel! Best of luck! read more

Dr. Cindy Sholes sessions are nothing short of transformational. I originally went to see her for anxiety related to swimming and being under the water due to a near drowning situation early in life. I never felt comfortable placing my head down in the water. She addressed that to the point that I now swim freestyle on a regular basis without anxiety. I actually look forward to it. She has also helped me with my relationship and that has been nothing short of transformational and miraculous! She is a true professional and I would highly recommend her services. read more

My son went to see Dr. Sholes for anxiety and sleep issues. I was astonished by how well he responded to hypnotherapy and the neuro emotional technique. Dr. Sholes approach is intuitive and effective. read more

Thanks to Cynthia my pre-teen son loves to go to school and he has shifted out of feeling off and on anxious and stressed about attending school! I am super grateful that just a couple of sessions with her healed the root causes of his anxiety and stress. Thank you Cynthia, you are a miracle worker! read more

No words can describe how thankful I am to Dr. Cindy for helping me put my life back together. After dealing with a divorce and health problems I was a wreck! After the 1st session i felt a weight lifted off of my shoulders and after a couple of session I saw a change in the way I react to situations After 1 year my life is amazing, my attitude is positive, I have lost 19 lbs , and my outlook in life is not grim like before. She helped me stop the cycle of negative thinking and awoke me to seeing the positive of any challenges that come my way. I highly recommend her for anyone who may be dealing with the stresses in life. Somehow she makes us see them not as challenges but opportunities to grow as the person that we are. read more

Cynthia Sholes is amazing. I went to see Dr. Sholes a couple years ago to help me deal with a sudden onset of anxiety attacks. The attacks were severe and I was on medication to deal with the symptoms. Cynthia cured me of my anxiety attacks in a single visit. Cynthia is genuine, kind, down-to-earth and highly skilled...I feel extremely grateful to have Dr Sholes as a resource in my life. read more

I purchased Dr. Sholes's expensive 650.00 session during the summer for my son. I want Dr. Shole's to use hypnotherapy to reduce anxiety. I wanted him to stop xbox addiiction before school starts. She promissed me that I will notice the significant change in whole school work attitude. In addition to the session, she try to sell him expensive gummy vegetable and fruits substitute. School started in of last August. his motivation dropped tremendously. He does not want to study even his counselor, mother, therapist made plans. All he think about is Xbox and call of Duty. Great Rip off Dr. Sholes. read more

Dr. Sholes is a wonder! She has amazing insight and intuition. I have been seeing her for weight loss and anxiety. She has helped me tremendously. She is like a chiropractor for your mind. Just come in with a problem, she'll adjust you and you walk out feeling better. Highly recommended!!! read more

I really feel like meeting Dr. Sholes was a gift from the universe! My time with her to deal with long term issues around money/success were interesting, effective and have had positive long term effects. She is not your "usual therapist". She is about digging in, digging up and out and moving on. The work has been truly effective! She is somewhat non-traditional in her approach but the work is terrific. Trust the process, you will be glad you do. She has a deep interest in her clients, is warm and friendly and the sessions feel like a "booster shot" of happiness and peace! I think the world of her--and you will too! read more

After a rough 6 months at work and home I needed some help. I was having trouble with stress and anxiety, which caused me to start smoking. I mainly came to Cindy to help me try and quit smoking. But I found that it was more than just smoking that I needed help with. She helped me work through the stress issues and then the smoking. I can't say enough good things about how much she helped me. I am more confident and haven't had a cigarette since meeting with her. read more

Dr. Sholes has my highest recommendation. I visited her at the Mind Wave Institute when I was struggling with some creativity blocks at work (I work in film production). After just one session with her, I was able to successfully complete my project and I have continued to benefit from the session that I had with her ~ in other aspects of my work. She is truly remarkable. read more

I am extremely grateful to Dr. Sholes and NET. I signed up for a series of sessions, but thanks to Dr. Sholes insight and knowledge, I left that first session with a bounce in my step and lightness in my heart. The results over the next few sessions have made an enormous difference in my life. I've referred friends and family, all of whom have had profound results as well. She's a truly gifted practitioner. read more

I am a completely different person since I have been going to see Dr. Sholes!! She has helped me with anxiety, depression, sleep, weight loss and self esteem! I would highly recommend her to EVERYONE. She can and will help you make a huge difference in your life!! She is worth every penny!!!! read more

Dr. Sholes helped my daughter, a 17 year-old competitive dancer, relieve her anxiety before competing her solos. She had suffered with an anxiety that caused tears, nausea and lackluster performances until Dr. Sholes NET therapy helped Alexis reassociate her love of dance with being on stage and performing. Dr. Sholes gave her a guided imagery CD and after two sessions, my lovely girl was back on her game! She came off stage saying she didn't feel nauseous anymore and instead was thinking about what cool move she was going to do next. Both my daughter and I were a little skeptical before our first visit, but I am so impressed with the turnaround for my daughter. It's as if her potential is finally unlocked and she's no longer standing in her own way! The first competition after seeing Dr. Sholes, she scored a Platinum on her solo and got 3rd overall of soloists in her age group. Bravo! read more

She is the very best at multiple therapies. Highly recommend her. I've hired her myself to help me with this very fast paced life and she did wonders. read more

I started working with Dr. Sholes 6 years ago. I went to her because I work with a lot of professionals and was having difficulty talking to physicians. She was able to not only make that process much easier but I continued to work with her off and on over a year or so. I doubled my revenue over that time period and she was an important part of that process. I now own a million dollar company. I used her kind of like a business coach. In addition, over the years she helped many of my patients and several friends with fears of heights, weight issues, anxiety, stress and claustrophobia. I am probably most thankful for her services when she treated my mother with NET during her last months of my mother's life. My mother lost her fears of her illness, her anxiety calmed down and she became calmer and was much happier. The hospice folks said they had never seen such a peaceful person during the ending of her life. Dr. Sholes came to her house 3 times. I can not say enough about her contributions. Dr. Sholes has a very gentle and extremely calm manner and she is comfortable even with the most stressful situations and people. She is insightful and gets to the the heart of an issue quickly and bypasses possible distress and drama. She is quick and effective. I highly recommend her services. You will not be disappointed. read more

Vocal performance anxiety brought me to Dr. Sholes. I came to her with extreme frustration that I just couldn't seem to get out of my own way and let go. After just a few sessions with her, I took part in a concert, and I'm delighted to report that I was able to sing with ease, and truly be in the moment and give my personal best. It was an amazing feeling! Between the NET work we did together, and her coaching, some little miracle happend. If you're questioning whether or not you should give NET with Dr. Sholes a try, I'd like to encourage you to take the leap of faith and book an appointment right away! I am SO thankful I did! read more

Cindy is a pure genius using NET. I'm a certified naturopath, and she has helped me with great skill to overcome emotional and mental blockages that sometimes come up, as I keep growing the scope of my practice. Cindy has such a lovely, supportive and assuring presence! Thank you for the work you do for the world! read more

In just ONE SESSION, Cynthia helped me deal with a personal (family) issue I had been struggling with for over 40 years. I have no idea how "neuro emotional technique" works, or even if it was "all in my mind...," but I am eternally grateful that I saw Cynthia and let those negative emotions go! read more

Dr. Sholes was recommended to me by my therapist. I have had some deep issues that have plagued me and created anxiety and repetitive thoughts for many years. My work with Dr. Sholes complimented my therapy in such a perfect way. I was thrilled to find that I no longer obsess about these issues in my life and I am much happier as a result. I cannot recommend Dr. Sholes strongly enough. I have had such a life change and a change in my perspective as a result of my sessions. Please, just trust her and let her help you. She is amazing. read more

I went Dr. Sholes for help to get through some barriers with marketing in the beginning stages of my business. It was amazing how she went straight to the subtle issues and helped me work through them comfortably (not painfully!), and I still find the benefits today. I highly recommend her for anyone looking to work through a challenge and advance oneself to reach your full potential. read more