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ABOUT
THE IMAGERY CONSULTANT: Personal
History
My name is Mary French and I have been working with Guided Imagery for over 40 years. I have found
this technique absolutely invaluable in helping myself and others to overcome personal problems, including medical
conditions, personal loss and other challenges. The techniques involved have provided my clients with the impetus to
make the changes and finally succeed with the growth they have sought.
I have personal experience with
difficult and challenging problems and discovered the technique while looking for relief from Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
(SLE or Lupus.) In 1966 at the age of 20, I was diagnosed with the disease. During that time, the medical industry
could do little for Lupus patients and I was left on my own to deal with traumatic, debilitating and truely disgusting
conditions. Current medical approaches do not allow patients to experience those spiraling and out of control
situations now. Back then I struggles and finally found a way to disconnect from my painful body and gain
some relief and rest from the struggle. I had learned how to use my mind to help heal my body. I had discovered
the 'mind-body connection' for myself . And even though the disease took my life at one point, I overcame the challenge.
I began to research and use what is now known as Holistic Health alternatives or 'complimentary medicine.' Today I give
the condition the respect it requires, but I live a totally healthy and active life. Balthasar Gracian, a fifteenth
century Jesuit Monk said "Without courage of the spirit, we live as if dead." I found the spirit to live the
way I want to live, and that's what I do. Professional History I am a certified Guided Imagery Consultant
and also hold certification as a Reiki Practitioner. I work with nonprofits and other organizations doing Guided
Imagery and personal growth workshops. I also work with incarcerated prisoners; alzheimers, cancer and
Hospice patients and their families, entrepreneuers, writers, artists and the long-term grieving. I give inspirational
and motivational talks and work with those who wish to find the Mind-Body connection.
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