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  “In March 2018, I was diagnosed with Stage IV gastric cancer. I underwent an open surgery and the most aggressive chemotherapy available, so by the end of the treatment, I was a complete wreck. Pain and aches all over my body, my muscles feeling like jelly, severe neuropathy in hands and feet (so bad I couldn’t barely walk) and much more…This is when I met Dr. Lopresti’s team, and Salma in particular, and over the past couple of years I learned and experienced many things that greatly helped me to be myself and live my life to the fullest again. Her sessions were insightful and powerful. I have a better understanding about the mind, body and “something else;” (soul?) So far I have realized that I feel more awake and I’ve also learned how to control the pain and symptoms related to my peripheral neuropathy (after my chemo). Salma taught me that I am in control of my own thoughts; good, bad, indifferent. She helped me to become calmer, more accepting, understanding, easier to forgive and always full of joy and HOPE.” 

" Before I first visited Salma, I suffered from low-grade anxiety that permeated all aspects of my life and led to additional chronic health issues. I had been living mostly according to the concerns, preferences and values of those around me rather than my own. I identified strongly with my thinking brain as a scientist and with my body as an athlete. 

Noticing a growing tightness with my breathing, I called Salma and asked her to teach me how to calm myself down and breathe. I suppose I was expecting a procedural how-to lesson on breathing and meditating. 

What followed over the next year was a powerful lesson in finding and celebrating the True Self. With patient guidance, Salma taught me to separate this Self from the thoughts, emotions, and body concerns that I previously strongly identified with. "

 "My mother suggested I try meditation therapy with Salma to ease my anxiety and better cope with life's stressors. I appreciate the fresh perspective she's brought into my life and how it's helped me understand and address my obsessive thoughts and emotions. With her help, I've gained valuable insights into my mind, fostering hope that it's possible to 'reprogram' it. This newfound understanding has empowered me to respond differently to situations that would typically trigger overreactions. I've developed a completely new outlook on my emotions, learning effective strategies to manage and navigate them without being deeply affected. For the first time in a decade, I'm medication-free. "    

“At first I was hesitant to take meditation sessions that Dr Jain advised with Salma. I didn’t think that it was necessary since I had my own meditation practice for many years. But afterwards the meditation experience with Salma turned out to be the most important part of my treatment at Mt.Diablo Integrated Wellness. The entire experience with Salma’s meditation therapy served as a catalyst to reconnect with my “Essence” the (True Human Potential) within us. I experienced a form of liberation ever after.” 

 “My experience through meditation therapy with Salma has been life changing. I’ve been a yoga teacher and mediator for almost 20 years and knew that I was close to realizing the freedom that I was seeking, but couldn’t seem to reach. Being diagnosed with breast cancer put me in a space of everything unknown and forced me to live hour to hour. I was doing everything to feel better, but I still was in extreme pain. After the second session with her, I noticed less physical pain. This is truly a powerful work to bring us back to our healthiest self.” 

 "My first breakthrough at the Holistic Health Center Of Walnut Creek was with Salma, and it was truly extraordinary (!). She has fundamentally changed my life! While I knew I was a strong woman before, Salma has expanded my comprehension of my mind and the emotions that I struggled with for years. As I write this, tears of gratitude stream down my face." 

"To my surprise, strengthening this Self eventually took the power away from these false identities. My anxiety melted away and was replaced by a calmer and more aware Me. 

With finding my True Self, I was able to get to know myself for the first time in my life. I now actually enjoy being the person I am and that has been a great gift indeed."      

 "My anxiety was consuming me, and I was an anxious overthinker before. To summarize my sessions with Salma, I've transitioned from being a tearful, fearful, anxiety-ridden mess to someone who is calmer and more self-trusting. My aim is to eventually discontinue all my medications!" 

 “When I first met Salma, I was at a crossroads with my personal relationship in life with my ex fiancee at the time. It was so demanding that I lost myself. After a few sessions, she taught me how I am the cause of my own suffering and helped me to awaken from a bad dream” 

“My experience with Salma’s meditation therapy was like I was given an IV full of HOPE, so I became more positive and optimistic. Definitely my fears are slowly melting away and the confidence in myself keeps increasing.”  

   "At my recent appointment with Salma, I felt as though she had awakened me from a nightmare. I am thankful for her patience, wisdom, knowledge and guidance. I am fully prepared and open to embracing change and finding…”home'."