Education and Training

• Master of Arts from DePaul University , Chicago , IL as an Educator and Consultant in Holistic Health Promotion and Alternative Medical Therapies

• C.H. (Certified Hypnotherapist) from the Leidecker Institute, Elgin, IL

• Also certified in Complementary Medical Hypnosis through the National Guild of Hypnotists, Nashua, NH, 2002

• Continuously training in Emotional Freedom Techniques since 2001

• Certified in the Transformational Healing Method (TM), 2002

• Certified in Holographic Memory Resolution (TM), Level II, 2005

• Certified as a Reiki Master, 2007

• Certified in Pain Management, 2008

Contributions/Publications:

I've been in the holistic health field since 1981 and have been a certified hypnotherapist since 2001. I received my Master's degree in 1998. I have 26 years experience in the holistic health field as an educator, consultant, workshop leader, facilitator and writer.

As a faculty member of the National Guild of Hypnotists Convention, August 2003, 2005, 2007 as well as the Mid-America Hypnosis Conferences, 2003 -2007, I get an opportunity to help train my colleagues in the hypnosis field.

I am interviewed in the book by Iris Krasnow called "Surrendering To Yourself: You Are Your Own Soul Mate." This third book in her trilogy came out in 2003. Iris was intrigued with my own personal and spiritual process and my work as a hypnotherapist. Iris has been a guest on Oprah, and her other two books were bestsellers.

Also, in 1986-87 I did wellness and natural food consulting within the medical practice of noted author Christiane Northrup, M.D., in Maine, author of "Women's Bodies, Women's Wisdom" [in which I am mentioned by name] and "The Wisdom of Menopause." My thesis advisor was Bruno Cortis, M.D., local holistic cardiologist, and author of "Heart and Soul." I was mentored for over two years by Rev. Dr. C. Scot Giles, known nationally and internationally for his work in complementary medical hypnosis, especially for his successful work with cancer patients through his hypnosis program at LaGrange Hospital in LaGrange , IL.

What else might someone want to know about Gina Orlando?

In my first career I was pulled to spiritual ministry as a church musician. I also taught children how to play piano and was an elementary music teacher (Pre-K through 8th ). My life would not have been complete without this work. I have been in Oak Park most of the time since 1975 and am involved in my community. I am married to a great guy, our relationship offering us much opportunity for growth! I love to laugh and sing and am proud of having many long-lasting friendships.

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