California Institute of the Healing Arts and Sciences
Healing Mind, Body & Emotions Naturally
CIHAS Reviews. Real Stories From Real Graduates!
Our students & clients say it best. Real reviews and updates from our graduates!
Real Reviews From CIHAS Graduates & WCT Clients!
What Our Graduates Say
Discover what our graduates have to say about their experiences learning and utilizing our unique therapeutic techniques. Their testimonials showcase the life-changing transformations they’ve witnessed, highlighting the profound impact our approach has on individuals from all backgrounds. Thanks to the dedication and expertise of our graduates, trained in our proprietary methods, countless lives have been positively transformed.
The effects of Wisdom Center Technologies® are varied and far reaching. You may think that you need to work on one problem, but find that while concentrating on that one, you notice other seemingly unrelated areas in your life are changing and improving also. You find yourself growing and seeing everything in a different light and then notice as you change, other people around you are changing because you are different. You have the pebble in the lake effect. WCT is helping not only you, but everyone around you.”
--Nancy M
Vacaville, CA
“I feel that I have learned how the importance of balance is needed in every day life. Basic understanding of the Wisdom Center and how self-healing and self-empowerment can really change the course of ones’ life, as well as understanding technique in use, along with the application.
“I like the idea of allowing one’s own subconscious level of the mind to direct and set the correct course to one’s own healing.”
Trilla O.
Sacramento, CA
Personal Banker
"I’ve used every technique I learned at the California Institute of the Healing Arts & Sciences, and have found more and more uses for them as my business grows. I’ve documented their success rate and have compiled the results of their effectiveness in helping others overcome physical, mental, and emotional problems in wide variety. In all honesty, I can say that the results have been 100%. I’m excited about the impact these new techniques will have in the fields of traditional medicine and mental health."
Anne C.
Concord, CA
"The information taught at CIHAS has a tremendous capacity to positively affect the lives of others. The system taught is one that I believe I can use with integrity and faith.
Furthermore, class is structured so that one has many opportunities to learn and flourish; lectures and interactive experiential experiences are a key foundation to the learning.
'I am thankful to have this experience and knowledge in my life – personally and professionally.”
Lea R.
Placerville, CA
Counselor
“I don’t know any way to thank Carol enough for sharing the Wisdom Center Technologies®. I came hoping to learn a way to help myself and others and that hope had easily been fulfilled.
'More over, my deep and profound experiences here have transformed my life and are beginning to transform the lives of those around me in a most beneficial way. WCT“ is the best method I found for making vast progress in the important matters of life; physical, mental, emotional and spiritual. I highly recommend it for those seekers of higher things.”
Lynda G.
Oregon House, CA
Teacher
“I highly recommend Wisdom Center Technologies® for hypnotherapy training. It has made a more significant difference in my life that anything else I have ever done. I enrolled in the course looking for a career change and specific techniques for helping others.
My expectations have not only been met, but were far exceeded. This course has inspired me to make some very empowering changes in my life. Carol genuinely cares about all of her students, and it shows. Carol is a very good teacher and she obviously puts a lot of thought into each class.”
Dianne R.
Sacramento, CA
“I have received so many benefits from this training, but of greatest significance to me would be the discovery of the “Healer Within”. I can think of no greater gift to be given than this. I’ve awakened in me a longing I had only barely glimpsed at and actually actively denied.
In the short time I’ve been enrolled in this course I have completely accepted “my path” and I could not be happier. What joy I have seen missing, and what joy, peace and happiness await. To discover who one is and what one is to do for their life’s work brings great happiness. I am very grateful for this most precious of gifts.”
Kevin Q.
Carmichael, CA
Behavioral Therapist
“This training program goes far beyond the simple, surface level treatment offered by other training programs. My experience has been that most standard approaches to hypnotherapy are inappropriately focused on inductions and suggestions, rather than instructions that energize self-healing.
In many important respects, this approach, using WCT® returns the individual to themselves where they regain their inherent capacity to inspire and empower themselves.
I believe that real learning, growth, enlightenment, etc. takes place only in the presence and under the tutelage of learned, enlightened people. This latter description aptly characterizes this school. It has been my great and good fortune to report that this is perhaps only the second time in about 25 years that I have been able to experience learning in this kind of environment!”
David P.
"I have practiced behavior modification since 1979 and have studied an numerous institutes. In June of 1994 I was introduced to Wisdom Center Technologies®, developed by Carol and Jim DiGirolamo. WCT® who taught me a unique approach to remove conscious resistance, yet validate behavior modification simultaneously through a process called the Interactive Process®
I have since used this process as my main approach in therapy. This process is fast, gentle, and very respectful to the client. In this style of removing resistance and modifying the specific behavior, the client is gently being guided to their own discovery, which creates a safe and secure feeling of empowerment. The client is not self-doubting the therapist for any second-guessing. This process takes responsibility off the therapist in the way of the client not trusting the style of therapy.
My clients respond very well to this technique, which has proven to be the most effective for their own self-discovery and liberation.
If you are thinking of becoming a Healer, this school is the best! These Mind-Body techniques literally take minutes to affect a personal transformation in your client!"
Vivian G.
"I graduated from the California Institute of Healing Arts & Sciences in 1995, and have been working as a Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist and Certified Behavioral Therapist ever since.
When I first signed up to take courses at the institute, I knew nothing about Hypnotherapy except that it sounded intriguing. I sat in on a class for an evening, and was so impressed with the teaching style, knowledge being imparted, and positive environment that I signed up right away. The school director, Carol DiGirolamo made enrolling easy, with her helpful and considerate manner. During the time period that I attended the institute, I never missed a class. The instructor, James DiGirolamo provided such well rounded training that I wanted to make sure that I didn’t miss a thing.”
“The school is unique in that the technology it offers is one of a kind. California Institute of the Healing Arts and Sciences provides an atmosphere of learning that is not found in most institutions; the student is free to discuss his/her questions without fear of being talked down to.
“Where most other forms of therapy require the client to relive trauma, Wisdom Center® Technologies allows the trauma to be removed without pain. The therapist is relaxed knowing he will not have to deal with those things face-to-face. In this environment, both the client and therapist can profit from a healing experience.”
Warren C.
Sacramento, CA
Namaste,
Sorry this took so long to get to you. It is long overdue. . .
The California Institute of Healing Arts and Wisdom Center is a multi-faceted course of study that transformed my approach to healing myself, as well as my clients and family members.
The program contains just the right balance of theory and practical application to ensure a stress-free learning environment. The wisdom center approach impacts and heals those difficult, and often stubborn, deep seated issues.
Whether your goal is to obtain a certification in the many areas of holistic therapy the school offers, or to simply heal yourself, you are in good hands!
The course was fantastic, my client base has tripled and Jim & Carols’ knowledge and patience create the perfect learning environment. Plus, the continued support that the school offers is invaluable.
Jeanette D.
Behavioral Therapist/Life Coach
‘08 Graduate
Curriculum included methods of inducing hypnosis, the multitude of reasons to use hypnosis as a holistic therapy, specific instructions to use with clients, as well as a recommended reading list, and live, in-class demonstrations. Classes also included hours of technique utilization, so that students could work with what we had just learned while it was still fresh in our minds, and receive instruction as needed. Also and very importantly, curriculum included innovative marketing ideas, and instruction about how to relate to clients, as well as how to coach clients to be more successful in their endeavors.
As a successful graduate of the California Institute of Healing Arts and Sciences, I am in gratitude in both my professional and personal life for the training I received. I use the techniques, knowledge, and skills gained at the institute on a daily basis. I am also proud to report that I have been able to refer several of my clients to the institute over the years, which I believe to be the best measure of the success of my training.
In Gratitude,
Maude S., CCHT, CBT
Sacramento Hypnotherapy
What Clients Say
Real stories of individuals who have undergone life-changing transformations through our unique therapeutic techniques. These testimonials reveal the profound impact our approach has on people from all walks of life, thanks to the dedication and expertise of our graduates trained in our proprietary methods.
“According to our records, it has been 6 wonderful, glorious, smoke free years for Richard and Myself. And we have enjoyed every minute of it!!
It has been almost 3 years since I have had a drink, and again I thank you for giving me my life back. “We think of you often, and Thank You again for everything. As always, if there is ever anything we can do for you, all you have to do is ask.”
-- Bo and Richard P
Roseville, CA
"The effects of Wisdom Center Technologies® are varied and far reaching. You may think that you need to work on one problem, but find that while concentrating on that one, you notice other seemingly unrelated areas in your life are changing and improving also. You find yourself growing and seeing everything in a different light and then notice as you change, other people around you are changing because you are different. You have the pebble in the lake effect. WCT is helping not only you, but everyone around you.”
--Nancy M
Vacaville, CA
“Some of the emotional improvements or differences I have experienced since starting Wisdom Center Therapy are as follows: my body feels emotionally light, centered, and of worth; I speak without evaluating what I want to say, my communication is much clearer, I feel emotionally stable and feel a new sense of hope, I speak with more clarity concerning my wishes and I am emotionally aware of my body, which is mine, and one I can enjoy and appreciate.
I am clear about what I want and I no longer dwell on difficulties that come up in my life. Now I feel confident and I am happy with myself, and I feel whole!
Perhaps you will understand when I say I feel I have a new body and a new mind. I have found a healing within myself, which is creating the life I have wanted and deserved. This process has been gentle and respectful, and has evolved in less that a month!!!”
--Nancy S
Portland, OR
“I just wanted to let you know that I passed the entrance exam for the court reporting class.
I went into the test calm, confident and well rested, exactly as I had imagined it so many times.
I can’t begin to thank you enough for the useful tools for success that you’ve shown me. I will always use them.
In my own imagination is the possibility for all things.
Now that I know that, I’ll take what I’ve got, and make what I want!”
-- Sally S.
"I am writing to thank you for the telephone sessions which we just completed. Although I was completely doubtful that these sessions could be as successful as the sessions in person, I was delighted to find that they worked justas well. By working over the phone, I was able to complete our sessions with a minimum of travel. Thank you again."
Sincerely,
Betty H.
"I want to take a few moments and explain how helpful my treatment has been to me and now easy it has been for me to utilize and understand.
I tried traditional therapy but found that having to relive the painful experiences was too overwhelming and I only buried these feelings deeper. I feel that there is no reason to have to relive these painful experiences again and again. With this treatment, I have been able to watch these repressed emotions leave my mind and my heart, but without them touching me as they did so. I was able to 'stand to the side' and let them pass. It is so important to have the weight of these feelings banished. I am able to live and sleep with far less emotional stress and would recommend this program to everyone."
Sincerely,
Maggi
"I am writing this letter to thank you personally for all the help you have given me over the last few years. I never imagined that working with you over the phone would have helped me as much as it did. Your sessions, your calming voice and your method have all been the most rewarding experience for me. My life has changed drastically after I had sessions with you. The techniques you taught me have stayed with me throughout my days and have helped me stay in balance even through stressful times. I sought your help at a time in my life when my direction and faith was lost. I did not know where to go or what to do with my life. As we started the sessions we created a plan. You have taught me never to have fear but to have faith and it is already done no matter what it is. You have taught me acceptance and confidence. I have reached goals in my life I never thought I could attain. I am constantly pursuing my journey and enjoying every step of the way because you have shown me to love life and smile no matter what.
I consider you one of my greatest teachers and friends. I look forward to speaking with you at anytime. While I can only speak with you by phone because of distance I feel your presence here with me at all times.
May God bless you as you have a wonderful gift that touches every soul you meet and will stay with them. Thank you again for all your White Light, help, confidence and posıtıve energy. If anyone would like to talk to me about what we have done, please refer them to me at anytime and I would be more than glad to express to them my experiences."
All the best,
Ritche D
Music Instructor
"I am an Emergency Medical Technician. Last March I started experiencing passing out spells. I was admitted into a hospital for three days. When I was released, the doctors had drawn no conclusions as to what was causing my passing out. A few days after I had been released, I was still passing out. I went back to the hospital. This time the neurologist decided to send me to the county mental health facility to be checked by a psychiatrist. I was in the mental health facility overnight, and then released. I was still passing out.
When I got home, I called the Personal Power Center, specializing in alternative healing techniques, and asked them if they could help me. A behavioral therapist worked with me for three half hour session a week, for three weeks. After each session, I felt improvement. I was not passing out as much. After about a week I stopped experiencing passing out all together. I feel that you helped me get back into balance. In the sessions he got in touch with what is called "Wisdom Center". I am not sure exactly what he did, all I know is that I am much better and I am enjoying my life a lot more. If there is one thing that I have learned from these experiences, it this: I do not have to know how things get resolved. The important thing is they do get resolved."
Lori
Fair Oaks, Ca.
"I used cigarettes for approximately 50 years. I unsuccessfully tried to quit many times. Once I tried to quit on my own. I was unsuccessful. I stopped for half a day. I bought a quit smoking tape from a hypnotist at a fair, but that did not work for me either. Ten years ago, I went to a group hypnosis session that was advertised in the newspaper and I stopped smoking until about 3:00 PM the next day. The craving started and was very strong. I went and bought another pack of cigarettes and continued smoking. I went to a quit smoking program at Mercy Hospital. I stopped for four days, but I was still craving for cigarettes. One day after a session, I went and bought another pack of cigarettes and started all over. Then I came across your program that stated it was a holistic approach.
After I started the sessions with you, I found your program to be very calming. I was very surprised when I stopped using cigarettes soon after starting the therapy. Not only did I stop, I also did not experience the cravings as I did with the other programs. The tools you taught me are definitely working to keep me free from cravings and desire to use the cigarettes. I have been recommending your program to my friends, relatives and anyone else I meet who wants to or need to stop using cigarettes."
Sincerely,
Joan R
Mortgage Loan Broker, Fair Oaks, California
"I broke down in tears in the very first meditation class .... Something he had said had triggered a deeply buried emotional event. After class he told me he thought he could help me in individual sessions. Since I have struggled for decades with depression and anxiety, I was ready to let go of the pain. He helped me to create peace in my soul. I have confidence, clarity, and much less anxiety.
In my classroom of second graders, I feel more love, energy, possibility, and fun. The tools he has given me will be helpful in all aspects of my life as a wife, mother, teacher, sister, and friend. Two of my sisters have noticed such a difference in me that they are now having the individual sessions as well. I feel that I have a new lease on life."
Thank you,
Anna K
Fair Oaks
"I was very stressed and full of self-criticism. I was afraid to leave my house. I felt as if I could not do anything. Because of this, my mom recommended that I come and see you. I came to see you because I was just tired of being so stressed. During the free consultation, I was really surprised when you told me that it would only take nine half hour sessions. That is why I asked you if you really thought that only nine sessions would work. Friends who have seen therapist told me that it takes a long time. I was told that it could take a year or two of hard work, but this was not the case with your wisdom center techniques. The three half hour a week sessions were very convenient. They are also very calming and relaxing. My friends told me that they would leave their therapist feeling exhausted. After every session with you, I left feeling rested, happy and full of energy. Even though you were working with emotional issues, I did not have to go through them.
My friends told me that it would be very emotional. They would even cry a lot. I did not feel that way with the wisdom techniques. After the nine sessions I feel like I can do anything. I feel good about myself. I am back to work full time. Not only do I feel good about myself, but I also now know how to bring myself into balance. I would recommend you to anyone."
Emi
"I was having difficulty dealing with the stress in my life. My sleep was being disturbed by nightmares about work. My stress level was at an all time high. I could not relax at all. I was tense at work and at home. I would lose my cool at the slightest little thing. I would come home at night and be so agitated all the time that my family didn't want to be around me.
You taught me how to more effectively deal with the stress in my life. And how to center myself and how to relax completely. Stress never really goes away in our lives but with the techniques that he taught me, I do not have the same problems as I did before. Stress no longer rules my life. Everyone from my supervisor to my husband and children has noticed a difference. Life is wonderful again and for the first time in years I can relax!"
Thank you!
Emily B
Each time I came to see you I learned a little more about my inner self. I know that I've unlocked personal power that I possess but didn't know how to utilize. The best technique I've learned to strengthen me is the 'centering technique; it is an instant pick me up. I use this technique numerous times a day and it helps me feel instantly better. Who would have known such an easy technique that virtually takes seconds to do could make you feel instantly better? Stress is a part of life, learning how to deal with it successfully is key. Where I've felt weak, I now have hope, strength and inner peace. I have a different outlook on people now, nothing surprises me anymore. I'm proud to say that I can deal with any situation that comes my way.
Thank you for guiding me to my stronger self.
Michelle
"Recently, I was diagnosed with progressive back alignment. I was told by my medical doctor that weight loss is a must in order to slow progression and control pain. For the past 15 years, I have been struggling with dieting (on today, off tomorrow). During the 15 years, I noticed increased headaches and much added stress with no signs of weight loss in sight. Not too long I met a very nice lady who began talking to me about the possibility of trying holistic healing therapy. I laughed because I never believed in holistic healing. I have to say after 12, 30 minute sessions I no longer take medication daily to comfort my back pain and getting rid of the weight is definitely in sight."
Tanya W
Facilities Technician