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So I’ve been doing research into how to improve my self esteem. I came across a “celebrity therapist” and hypnotherapist named Marisa Peer. She has a lot of videos on YouTube and has done Ted talks etc. Her theories seem to make so much sense but I’m struggling with her claim that she has transformed severely ill patients after a few sessions by treating the 3 core causes of their issues, rather than the symptoms of their depression etc.

 

I have been trying out one of her practices for the last few days and I’ve got to say, I do feel a lot better and that’s making me consider purchasing one of her courses (she has free short ones I could trial I think). I can’t find much evidence of her being a therapist etc as google searches come up with mostly her videos and website but her courses etc have been reviewed with high ratings on blogs etc.

 

So I’m wondering if anyone here has tried her courses etc and could vouch for her or say actually she’s a self inflated phony? I know the few reviews I’ve found on blogs are good but I’m skeptical, they could have been given it for free and felt obligated to give it a good review.

 

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I would not pay for a course if I were you. Aside from seeing a trained therapist or going to group therapy the most I would do is get a book out of a library or buy it used. Then if it’s helpful you might buy another book. Many things help short or even long term whether from a therapist or otherwise. Sometimes a placebo effect. Or ask your therapist what she thinks of this person.

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So I’ve been doing research into how to improve my self esteem. I came across a “celebrity therapist” and hypnotherapist named Marisa Peer. She has a lot of videos on YouTube and has done Ted talks etc. Her theories seem to make so much sense but I’m struggling with her claim that she has transformed severely ill patients after a few sessions by treating the 3 core causes of their issues, rather than the symptoms of their depression etc.

 

I have been trying out one of her practices for the last few days and I’ve got to say, I do feel a lot better and that’s making me consider purchasing one of her courses (she has free short ones I could trial I think). I can’t find much evidence of her being a therapist etc as google searches come up with mostly her videos and website but her courses etc have been reviewed with high ratings on blogs etc.

 

So I’m wondering if anyone here has tried her courses etc and could vouch for her or say actually she’s a self inflated phony? I know the few reviews I’ve found on blogs are good but I’m skeptical, they could have been given it for free and felt obligated to give it a good review.

 

Thanks

 

If something new that you're trying is making you feel better, why not purchase a small part of what she is selling? Who cares whether she's a quack, or a well-known therapist, or whatever. It's helping you.

 

I've never heard of this person, but there are so many people out there online who have been so helpful to me, I could write a book about them!

 

I've purchased video systems such as this over the years from different people. Almost all of them have helped me in some way.

 

I find that when we are looking for something, we find help in it, as we seek the help we need in what they are saying.

 

One thing I'd mention: usually, these types of video systems/books, etc., have a few different "levels" you can purchase. I'd start at the very lowest. That way, you can always buy more.

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I agree with Bat, your money is going to be better invested in a therapist. People don’t realize this but many jobs cover mental health and visits are covered for a normal copay.

 

Everyone is different, to me, self help books are mostly going to work on people who are honest with themselves. The reason I say that is it’s all on your terms. Self help books aren’t going to hold your feet to the fire. Self help books aren’t going to force you face your issues, very rarely are they going to make you look within in a meaningful way, you get to do it on your terms and the second you start to feel any discomfort you get to walk away.

 

To me, self help books can act as validation in many ways so it’s actually setting you back.

 

If your mind and heart is open they’ll potentially work, if it’s not you’re better off having someone look you in the eye, otherwise it’s likely to be a temporary fix leaving you addicted to it, while never actually getting any better.

 

They’re better than doing nothing but if you are able to see someone, I’d vote for that.

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Never heard of her. She may not have credentials, but if you find her to be an appealing 'life coach,' then no harm in engaging in the free material. How much would be the layout for such a course?

 

The main benefits of in-person therapy are professional diagnosis and monitoring, keeping you accountable, and it's subsidized by insurance. There's nothing 'wrong' with adding additional methods of self help. They can offer creative ways to make changes, but then, reporting those to a therapist who knows how to orchestrate the best overall and lasting outcomes is ideal.

 

One good combo plate of self development AND counseling is to take courses at your local college. Your tuition covers mental health counseling on campus, and if you turn out to be in deeper waters than the counselor can manage, she or he can refer you to the right specialist.

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I already see a therapist but I’m not really feeling any benefit. So far she actually keeps telling me that I’m doing great and have developed some fantastic skills and coping methods but I just wasn’t feeling good at all. I intend to tell her I’m not feeling any benefit when I see her next.

 

I think those saying focussing too much on the books can be negative are right. I think I was a bit in my head with oh no how can I get better, need to really focus on my therapy and getting better.

 

I have been trying a few things, recorded hypnotherapy, affirmations and meditation for self esteem and confidence (some by Marisa Peer) and I do feel like something has shifted. When my ex ended things with me I was very focussed on taking care of myself and it gave me a particular feeling that I’m feeling again in the past few days. I think the change from “get better” mentality to “take care” mentality is probably helping.

 

I notice I’m not worrying so much and my constant intrusive thoughts aren’t negative or abusive, they have become more neutral. If this is down to the few recordings I have been listening to then I think that’s pretty impressive!

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I already see a therapist but I’m not really feeling any benefit. So far she actually keeps telling me that I’m doing great and have developed some fantastic skills and coping methods but I just wasn’t feeling good at all. I intend to tell her I’m not feeling any benefit when I see her next.

 

I think those saying focussing too much on the books can be negative are right. I think I was a bit in my head with oh no how can I get better, need to really focus on my therapy and getting better.

 

I have been trying a few things, recorded hypnotherapy, affirmations and meditation for self esteem and confidence (some by Marisa Peer) and I do feel like something has shifted. When my ex ended things with me I was very focussed on taking care of myself and it gave me a particular feeling that I’m feeling again in the past few days. I think the change from “get better” mentality to “take care” mentality is probably helping.

 

I notice I’m not worrying so much and my constant intrusive thoughts aren’t negative or abusive, they have become more neutral. If this is down to the few recordings I have been listening to then I think that’s pretty impressive!

 

How long have you been in therapy?

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Has your therapist ever referred you to a doctor who could help you with mood and OCD issues? Talk only goes so far and often after initial breakthroughs it develops into a more maintenance and support situation.

 

However if you want to believe that listening to a quack on youtube a few times created all the improvements and breakthroughs, oh well. You seem very prejudiced toward feel-nice, warm and fuzzy, magical-style solutions and very prejudice against evidence based results because that entails real work and patience..

I intend to tell her I’m not feeling any benefit when I see her next. I’m not worrying so much and my constant intrusive thoughts aren’t negative or abusive, they have become more neutral. If this is down to the few recordings I have been listening to then I think that’s pretty impressive!
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You always have to pick and choose what makes sense to you.

 

When I am feeling down, I read and listen to the most ridiculous garbage. I'll try anything that works.

 

I think if it makes you feel better, and it isn't a huge cost set back, try it out. I doubt it will corrupt your mind.

 

And at least you'll feel like you're doing something!

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I think the change from “get better” mentality to “take care” mentality is probably helping.

 

Yes! You've noticed the difference between holding a view of yourself as someone who is damaged and perpetually in future need of repair versus someone who's handling imperfections just as well or even better than everyone else.

 

Your inner dialog is the most important and foundational thing to address, because it impacts your perceptions about everything else. When you can catch your critical default voice and switch it to the voice of an empowering coach, you will talk yourself into viewing everything external in more neutral, if not more inspiring ways. It's been a life changer for me.

 

Adding humor has been my own best neutralizer of slings and arrows. A cranky boss will have me cracking an inner joke about HIS misery rather than absorbing his mood as a reflection on ME. I'm no longer quick to pile anyone else's negativity to my own plate--they can keep it. My own focus remains cheerful and I continually tell myself little helpers, such as "I've got this..." or "I can do this..." throughout my day. I start my mornings with a decision about the kind of day I WANT to have, and this sets my intention that nobody else can penetrate.

 

This doesn't mean I'm never rattled, but my recovery is pretty automatic because my ~habit~ of self talk steers me in the right direction instead of drilling a deeper hole for myself.

 

Consider adopting your therapist's encouragement that you're doing better than you might imagine. There's value in viewing your feelings not as something that happens 'to' you, but rather something you're in charge of managing. From there, you can credit yourself for owning resilience as a life skill rather than always pitting yourself 'against' an intangible threat to your happiness.

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I am a certified Hypnotherapist and Rapid Transformation Therapist (RTT) and I worked with Marisa in December 2019. Marisa is far from being a quack as you ask, she is a phenomenal therapist who decided to train others with her outstandingly successful therapy. I have learnt so much from RTT and am so passionate about the results it gets. Not every issue can be fixed in just one session, sometimes you may need 2-3 depending on how deep the emotional layers are, but you certainly notice shifts in your thinking and positive changes just after 1 session. I paid around $10k AUD but my training included 5 days of intensive face to face training(so worth it).

I would suggest getting a RTT session with a trained therapist and seeing for yourself the magic it will do for you, but you have to be open minded and trust that it will work. After all, thats how the mind works! It really is the best therapy by far as it gets to the root cause of your issue, unlike other therapies which do not.

Good luck with your healing! Marisa's short courses are still good and worth it but getting a one on one session is definitely the way to go.

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Honestly, if you wanted to know more about hypnotherapy, find a hypnotherapist close to you from one of the reputable hypnotherapy associations.  There are stringent guidelines to being one in your country, I hope.  I have studied RTT and I recommend looking at other qualified hypnotherapists that have other modalities besides RTT under their belt that are in your area.

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