Three years ago I was 30 pound heavier and very unhappy with my appearance. I looked at my photos…read morefrom my son's wedding and was embarassed by my size 14 MOG dress that had to be let out to fit properly. Try as I might before the wedding I could not lose even a few pounds to make that dress fit. I was desperate. Never able to diet properly or feel comfortable in a "big gym" ($9.99 a month) A friend mentioned she was joining a new gym and asked me to go along with her. From the moment I stepped into GISFW I knew the program would help me. I have been a member of this gym for nearly 3 years! Have lost 30 pounds and have kept it off. I feel stronger and more confident. I have met women of all ages (16 - 75) and body types (very heavy - marathoners) There is a place for everyone because the trainers get to know you on a personal level. Read on if you want to know what Get In Shape for Women is really like. I have been going to this gym at least 3 times a week for the past 3 years and have trained with the owner as well as many different trainers, all closely supervised by the owner. Each time I train, if I give it my all, I leave sweaty, a bit sore but full of energy and confidence. This is not a typical gym. The owner, Terri, has dedicated her life to fitness and nutrition. She inspires, motivates, encourages and yes, harasses her clients. That is what many of us need. If you want to be coddled go into therapy. If you want good health and strength you need someone like Terri who will teach, push, and monitor you. The program is perfect for the busy woman who feels like she does not have time for a workout. If you can spare just an hour a day you can fit this program in to your schedule. I go on my way home from work, perfect for me. The gym works because of accountability. You have an appointment with a trainer. These are firm commitments. I would never skip my hairdresser or dental appointment without calling to cancel. The GISFW gym expects the same courtesy and commitment. I feel very guilty every time I have to call and cancel or reschedule. The trainer on the phone always tries to get me to reschedule instead of letting me skip a workout. This is good for me, it means I am committed and my workout is important. My typical workout is 30 minutes of intense weight training then 30 minutes of cardio with interval training. Both have been very effective for me. I may train with up to 3 other women but there have been times when I get the trainer all to myself. Imagine a personal trainer every time you work out! Even if you are sharing the trainer with 2 or 3 other women, you feel the personal attention. GISFW trainers watch clients closely and help them with good form, proper posture and adequate weight. They always challenge me but do not let me slack off. Women working out are just like children, we will look for opportunities to take short cuts. This will not happen at GISFW and that is why many, many women renew their memberships and continue to train there. After my second year at GISFW I thought I could save money and go to the "big gym" and train myself. I knew all the exercises to do and felt confident GISFW had given me the knowledge to train myself. I was so wrong. The first month I used the elliptical each visit but then was so intimidated to cross over into the weight training area. I did not see many women in that part of the gym. I sought out personal training at the "big gym " and learned that sessions with a trainer there were just as expensive as GISFW. So now I am back at GISFW and plan to keep going indefinitely. I can make it work in my budget because I value my health. It is a very expensive investment and not your typical gym. The cost also motivates me to keep going. It was easy to skip days at the $9.99 a month gym. It was also easy to be anonymous at that gym. I like feeling like a valued member who is greeted by name each visit. I need someone to follow my progress and give me nutritional tips. I value the workouts that Terri and her trainers are constantly researching and changing to keep me motivated. At my daughter's wedding my size 10 dress fit perfectly and I felt great. I am so grateful to GISFW for showing me that I can be fit and healthy if I work for it. Have a Healthy Day!

Thank you to the Chelmsford Get In Shape staff, especially the owner, Terri. I have been…read moreassociated with this GISFW for over 2 years now which is a statement that speaks for itself... For me personally, my admiration for Terri and her group evolves around their dedication to assist, advise, educate, encourage and stimulate me towards reaching my goals. I have found their nutrition counseling, recipes and frequent emails a very positive addition to the varied and invigorating workout sessions. I give this studio a big thumbs up! YOU ARE THE BEST!!!!!!!!!!!!!

My experience with Medi Weightloss in Billerica started positive but became concerning due to…read moreinconsistent information and unexpected requirements. Initial experience: The first consultation with the operations manager was friendly, welcoming, and clearly explained the program. The first medical appointment was also straightforward. I was told directly by the medical provider that weekly check‑ins were not required and that I could delay the diet until the medication effects increased. Follow‑up appointment: A few weeks later, the medical provider again confirmed that weekly visits were not required and that I could begin the diet when comfortable. The guidance was consistent, and I left with my next prescription. Where things changed: When I later called to schedule my next appointment, I was transferred to the operations manager. The tone was unexpectedly aggressive, and I was interrupted repeatedly while trying to explain what the medical providers had told me. I was informed that I was not following the program, that frequent visits were required, and that I could not continue receiving prescriptions unless I agreed to come in more frequently. I was also told the medical providers had been "spoken to," which directly contradicted the guidance I had received at both appointments. I was not allowed to schedule my next visit until I agreed to the new requirements. More inconsistency: At the following appointment, the medical provider acknowledged the conversation but told me that coming in "whenever I could" was fine. This conflicted with what the operations manager had insisted on. Weekly visits cost $140 each, and this requirement had never been communicated by the medical providers. Why I left: The shift from supportive medical guidance to business‑driven pressure felt like a bait‑and‑switch. The expectations changed only after I began seeing results, and the new requirements were tied to receiving prescriptions. What I'm doing now: I switched to an online provider, where the process has been simple, respectful, and free of unexpected conditions. I check in weekly with my weight and monthly for prescriptions, and the experience has been smooth. My recommendation: Based on my experience, I would stay away. Look at online providers or contact your primary.

I had an 8:30am appointment and by 10am still waiting to see the nurse practitioner. They had me…read morefilling out paperwork that should've been emailed prior to the appointment. This place is not well run. I fell asleep waiting. Maybe their program works but this location in Billerica needs work on running efficiently and one more side note to add, finish the cosmetic renovations of the building so that it looks professional and clean. Afterall, you are performing medical procedures such as blood draws. It should look and be a sterile clean atmosphere!!!!

There is a chiropractor about a block from my house in Medford, and I have never been there…read more Instead, I drive 40 minutes north to Chelmsford to see Dr. Fisher and Dr. Farrell at Chelmsford Chiropractic Center. Dr. Fisher and Dr. Farrell are excellent, thorough, and congenial. They are always willing to answer questions about my condition and treatment, and the answers are always framed in real-world, common-sense terms. The first time I went for chiropractic treatment, I was skeptical. I had heard absurd claims made in the name of chiropractic, and I didn't want to end up in some sort of mystical cult that claimed it could cure pneumonia by twisting my neck. I also didn't want to have my neck broken, or enter a program of treatment that was designed to extend my condition for profit rather than actually improving my condition. Dr. Fisher sat with me for a very long time, discussing the relationship between having back pain and sleeping, for example, and pointing out that I was less likely to get ill if sleeping properly every night. He took X-Rays, which we looked at together, and we discussed exactly how certain configurations of my spine were causing specific types of pain. We discussed how rapid weight gain had put more strain on my back than my back muscles could hold up without pain. Finally, we discussed how to go about fixing it. The plan involved initially getting me able to stand up straight again, and very soon thereafter incorporated a strength-training regimen designed to strengthen my back muscles to accommodate my new weight. Longer term goals included gradual weight loss to relieve some of the pressure on my back. At every point, I understood exactly what we were doing, and I understood exactly why, and Dr. Fisher made me feel confident that it would work, which it did. I cannot recommend Chelmsford Chiropractic Center highly enough.

Moving from Chelmsford from Boston I was searching for a chiropractor to continue my treatment. Dr…read more Fischer has been great and my condition has improved even more since becoming a patient here. Chiropractic treatment helped me drop over 80 pounds. A lower back injury left me with periods of not being able to walk after exercise. I recommend Dr. Fischer for anyone looking for chiropractic care.

I went in for a living social deal and had a good experience. I had a thorough consultation and a…read moregood first session. My two star rating comes from the fact that I put down a $150 deposit for the 6 session package, but could not find a time that worked for my schedule. I requested a refund and was told I would receive it, but it's been 3+ weeks and after multiple phone calls I've yet to receive a penny. I would happily change my rating if I got my deposit back.

Legitimate, Expert, and Compassionate Professional Hypnotists who get results!!!…read more I signed up to work with with Merrimack Valley Hypnosis Center in Lowell for their Stress Reduction Program in January 2013 and have had a very positive experience. I originally came into to see what hypnosis was all about at a free screening. They sat down with me and discussed what hypnosis was, what I should expect, and what it would take for me to be successful in retraining my mind for stress reduction. I felt that she genuinely understood me and knew what it takes to get results. The written service guarantee really made the difference for me signing on. I signed on in Jan. 2013 during a particularly stressful period and the results were amazing! I found myself smiling more and able to handle difficult and stressful situations with a calm, clear head without taking things personally. Plus - the hypnosis sessions are as relaxing as a massage! 7 months later, I was feeling overwhelmed with moving and changing careers and slipping a bit with my stress management and gave them a call for a reinforcement session. I was willing to pay since it was a new situation, but it was all covered under the guarantee and I didn't pay a dime. The office is located in the Downtown Lowell (across from the Chamber), but I could usually find on street parking spot within a block of the building. If you don't like parallel parking, there is a parking garage with pretty cheap rates (about $1/hr) just two streets over, so you can always find a space. The office is clean, welcoming, and I always looked forward to my session there!

I'm honestly not someone who usually writes reviews, but my experience with Marisa has been so…read moreimpactful that I felt like I had to share. I drive over an hour each way to see her and it's been so worth it. I originally went to see Marisa for extreme anxiety and ongoing sleep issues, after trying what felt like every modality out there: somatic exercises, journaling, therapy, BIT, meditation, breath-work...you name it. While many of those helped in their own ways, nothing truly moved the needle for me the way hypnoacupuncture with Marisa has. From my very first session, there was an obvious shift. Even the people around me noticed. After that first session, the tension in my shoulders decreased, and the only way I can describe it is that everything (physically & mentally) felt like it had been taken down a notch. Since working with her, my sleep has completely transformed. I went from having an extremely hard time falling asleep and waking up almost every hour, to now pretty much sleeping through the night. If I do wake up, I can fall back asleep easily, and I'm even dreaming a lot which I take as a sign I'm finally getting deep, restful sleep. I've seen such drastic improvements that I genuinely feel like I have a new baseline. I feel so much more in control of my anxiety now and honestly like a completely different person than I was just a few months ago. It's been truly life changing. I honestly wish I could see her weekly. The closest way I can describe how you feel leaving a session is like you just had a massage; you're so relaxed, grounded, and at ease. Marisa has truly touched my life. She is genuinely an angel. She listens, she cares deeply, and she is incredibly dedicated to her clients. If she doesn't have an answer right away, she always follows up, whether by email or the next time you see her, which says so much about the level of thought and attention she gives. I don't feel comfortable around many people, but there's something about her energy that is so light and reassuring. She creates such a safe, welcoming environment, and it makes all the difference. I'm so grateful to have found her and truly can't recommend her enough.

Truly the best. One of a kind. I am so glad to have found Healing Point Therapeutic. I highly…read morerecommend the hypnoaccupuncture and also the intuitive readings. Top notch. Marisa is wonderful in all ways. The office and treatment rooms are also healing.

Do not buy this product. The worst possible customer service. They argue with you and are extremely…read moredefensive. Do not buy this book expecting to get an easy refund if you are dissatisifed. Oh and not to mention the endless emails trying to get you to purchase additional products. Had to report them as spam to get them to stop. Sandy

I would give it no stars but you don't offer that option. This is a scam. When you buy the book and…read moregive your credit card number, before you can complete the transaction, you are forced to listen to one infomercial after another promoting other products. Every day, there is at least 1 email promoting more products that you "must have" in order to lose weight. Part of the diet is to stop eating dairy products which will cause osteoporosis in many women.