I developed a phobia of driving over bridges about 10 years ago after I had a panic attack out of nowhere while driving over one. I had somehow successfully avoided having to do it over the past ten years. Recently I decided it was time to take my power back. I called Donna Bloom with hypnosis in mind. She was so warm and welcoming and knowledgeable about her practice. She explained BWRT as a more efficient alternative to hypnosis for my specific case. She said I would probably only need 2 sessions and was confident it would work. I was hopeful, but not as confident. During our first 2 hour session, Donna was very thorough with her questioning to try to pinpoint the exact problem, while making me feel very comfortable. She is such a lovely woman and I enjoyed talking to her very much, despite how uncomfortable this phobia has been for me. Admittedly, after the first session I was convinced that I had wasted my money and that it did not work. I felt defeated…. Until…out of nowhere the next day I had an overwhelming desire to test it out and drive over a bridge. I was shocked at myself, because I have spent the last 10 years avoiding it at all costs and had been paralyzed with fear. I got in the car, drove down to the Robert Moses Causeway and drove over the 2 bridges to get to the beach! I was very nervous, but I was not paralyzed with fear, nor did I have that panicked feeling I have become some familiar with. I cried with joy. My only explanation was that somehow Donna’s technique worked deep down in my brain and pushed me to take control of the situation. During my second session, Donna strived to perfect the session even more and we discussed together how that would happen. Since seeing Donna, I have now driven over 3 bridges and an aqueduct. I really can’t believe it. I am still nervous doing it, admittedly, but it’s no longer stopping me. I’m hoping to get more comfortable as time goes on. I am so very grateful to Donna and know that she is always there if I need a refresher session in the future. She did not try to “oversell” me therapies I did not need and I really respect her for that. I highly recommend Donna Bloom for fears, phobias or whatever is hindering you from feeling completely empowered!