I felt guided to your Wellness Center and after experiencing your truly holistic approach to healing, there is no doubt in my heart and mind. You have attracted a skilled and compassionate staff - a reflection of who you are!!

Whenever I recieved a treatment from youself, Dr. Martinsen, Michael, Andrea or Mark I was grateful for not only the compassionate guidance but also the 1100% full attention given to me. 

After my 5 weeks I feel like I have a new "extended family". I appreciate that even at this distance you are still able to fine tune my healing via phone and internet consults, the continued monitoring of my blood work, symptoms and energy level.

Even after the long road trip back to Arkansas, I am feeling so much more energy. I am back to my gardening (Last spring I simply could not muster the energy to garden at all!) one of my passions in life

Thank you,
Rebecca 65 (AR)

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Thank you for all you have done for me and my staff. You are an awesome healer! May god continue to bless you!

Dr. P (Montana)

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I’ve lived with more than 10 years of depression as a teenager and young adult. I had tried different types and doses of antidepressants with no success. I even tried to stop taking them altogether several times which only made it so much worse. I felt trapped and crazy. I was always stressed out, tired, had headaches and was generally sore, especially in my back and hip. I didn’t realize that I my lifestyle was causing most of my pain. I ate a low-fat diet filled with substitute “fake” fats, processed grains, lots of coffee and minimal vegetables.

One day at work I felt an intense pain in the middle of my back. I tried to work through it, but it was so intense; it felt like I had a severe muscle spasm. In the Emergency Room, having gone through a series of x-rays the doctors determined I had kyphoscoliosis meaning my spine was curved sideways and I was a ‘hunchback’. I went to a spine specialist who told me there was nothing I could do except to go through physical therapy. After 6 weeks of chiropractic adjustments and physical therapy 2-3 times a week, I was not feeling better at all. The physical therapist was confused and referred me to another spine specialist. This doctor looked at my x-rays and said I had compression fractures in my thoracic spine and may need surgery! He scheduled an MRI to get a closer look.

The day before my MRI, I discovered I was pregnant. As the MRI was canceled, I saw my world falling apart in front of me. How could I possibly be a mother when I was in so much pain and so depressed all the time? There’s no way my baby will be healthy. Oh yeah, and in the middle of my “crisis” my other doctor sent me to the endocrinologist to get my “hormonal issues” checked out. I discovered I had Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis. The doctor did a biopsy and was about to put my on thyroid regulating hormones just before he found out I was pregnant. So he decided instead to keep a very close eye on my throughout the pregnancy.

My obstetrician told me I had to wean off my antidepressant in a few months. I was terrified because of my past experience, but I knew it was inevitable. I decided to start the process sooner and cut back my meds over the course of a month. This caused me to have an outburst of rage one day. I tried to beat up my husband (seriously), realized what I was doing and instead put a hole in the wall and hurt my arm pretty bad. I was desperate and completely hopeless. I was convinced that I was one of the few that would need to be on medication for the rest of my life. I saw no way out!

The next day I was walking just outside our apartment complex in Mesa, Arizona and happened upon the Brimhall Wellness Center. I had always been a little skeptical of doctors (I had six I saw regularly) and wanted to try out a natural doctor. I went in to check it out and there was a patient there who told me how she had lived with fibromyalgia and other stuff for years and Dr. Brimhall was the only doctor who ever actually helped her. She even danced around the front of the office to show me her excitement and how she couldn’t believe she was still pain free. I was a little envious of her. I decided to get my free evaluation from Dr. Brimhall himself. Finances were tight at the time and my insurance didn’t cover any of it, but my husband and I decided to make it work. Nothing else had been working and I needed to do something for real this time, now that I was expecting. We prayed this could be the answer.

At my first appointment with Dr. Brimhall, he told me to go gluten-free. I couldn’t imagine how that was going to help me, but I took his advice. After a mere 3 days I noticed a huge difference in my level of pain! I could believe it! I was hooked. I wanted more. I met with Andrea, the nutrition coach, at Dr. Brimhall’s office and totally revamped my diet. I got a personalized report of my blood work that told me exactly where I stand nutritionally. I learned about the implications of my leaky gut and my stressed adrenals glands. My body was physically stressed out! I read a book on Hashimoto’s and nutrition and the gluten link. I learned new stretches and exercises to help strengthen my back. Not to mention that Dr. Brimhall adjusted me in a way I had never experienced before. It was much more effective than when you go and get “cracked”. My spine was much too fragile at this point for that. I now realize my previous chiropractic experiences were probably causing me more pain than necessary.

Two months after going gluten-free I went in to see my endocrinologist for my monthly ultrasound of my thyroid. He was looking at the screen and said, “I didn’t put you on anything, did I?” No. He doubled checked his notes just to be sure. “Are you doing anything different?” he asked. I got a chance to tell him about my new diet and I knew that’s what had made the difference. He seemed very interested in my newly obtained knowledge. He had never heard of that before, but was so stunned by my results that he said he wanted to look more into that idea!

I was also meeting with Michael, the Life Coach, at Dr. Brimhall’s office who taught me some very valuable lessons on letting things go, positive self-assurance and how to relax to get to good sleep. I knew I was ready to try weaning myself of my antidepressant again. I read a book on the harmful side effects of antidepressants and how to properly wean off them. I kept a chart and stretched it out over the course of 3 or 4 months. And with the help of my VERY supportive husband and Dr. Brimhall, I was successful!

I now realize that gluten, of all things, was causing so much inflammation in my body, it drowned out all my hope in life. With proper nutrition, my body is now able to properly heal itself, like it was designed to do. Dr. Brimhall and his staff gave me the tools I need to help my body heal itself. Just like life seemed to be a downward spiral before I met Dr. Brimhall, it now was an upward spiral of healing. It still amazes me when I think about where I came from to where I am now. My son is now 6 months old and VERY healthy. He also has a healthy mom, who by the way didn’t struggle with postpartum depression! The things I learned from Dr. Brimhall are life changing and will last a lifetime. Nutrition and a healthy lifestyle really can give your body all it needs to repair itself, even when genetics are against you. I am stronger and healthier than ever and I can now enjoy my life and my family. One of the coolest things I get to do is to share my story with my friends and family. Some people are leery of my gluten-free and natural doctor claims, but I know from experience that this is the way I need to live to be well.

THANK YOU DR. BRIMHALL!

Alana, 29 Female

March 2012

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Molly tells us why she comes to Brimhall Wellness Center.

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At first I thought the LZR7 was only for allergies, oh how I was wrong! For the last 7 years my menstrual cycle was 10-14 days long and I had really bad acne before during and after my cycle.  After learning about and doing my sessions with Brimhall Wellness and the LZR7 therapy, my menstrual cycle is down to 4-6 days, and my acne is almost completely gone! I can't say enough great things about this therapy!

Andrea (Arizona)

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Today (Dec. 2011) a patient pulled me aside and thanked me for helping her husband get his life back. He has had a large amount of unexplainable weight loss and was fatigued when he first started coming in last month. It’s always great to hear the words she said next "Dr. Brimhall, we have been to many specialists and no one could give us any answers or help him. Thank you!" He is doing great!

Joel (Arizona)

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You hear so many stories on the TV, magazines, and even friends about this diet or that workout, how you can lose a ton of weight in no time at all.  You get frustrated when none of them ever seem to work for you...well that is ME!  I was tired of the seeing the supermodel thin girls and feeling anger and resentment that I couldn't have that.  I wanted to see what HEALTHY looks like. 

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Back in September (2011) when I was going through such a difficult time -I prayed hard what to do...to my surprise the Spirit prompted me to "talk with Brett." The peace & joy that I feel in my heart today is in large part because of your work & service to me! I will always be grateful!
- Laura (Arizona)

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Dr. Brett,
I just wanted to let you know that my MRI results were the best! There is no new activity and everything stayed the same! I have a CD of them if you'd like to look at them. Thanks for doing such a great job! I can't thank you enough for showing me that I can do this!
-Heather (Arizona)

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My daughter, Nicole, has done 2 NeuroFeedback brain therapy sessions. Yesterday 3 hours after her appointment we went to Subway for dinner.

Previously Nicole gets Flatbread with seafood salad, olives and cheese, not toasted with sweet onion. I usually order for her as she can't get the words out.  But yesterday as I am about to order she says, "I'd like a 6 inch." I asked her what sandwich, it took a minute but she said "Subway melt on Italian Herbs." She went on answering 'like a normal person', "toasted, olives, pickles, sweet onion & mayo."

She did it by herself!!! It was amazing! She was able to process the questions and choices and make a decision in a reasonable amount of time with out coaxing and all of the "Nicole answer me!" promptings. 

I really appreciate EVERYTHING you do for us, your continued research, your patience, your counseling, your abilities and your gifts to heal. Especially that you haven't thrown your hands in the air and given up on is.

Thanks!
Ilene (Arizona)

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Dr. John,
First, thank you for bringing your son (Dr. Brett Brimhall) to Denver. He is remarkable! Not only did I learn a lot from him, he reached a place in my emotional center this weekend that I’m not sure anyone else could have. Second, thank you for your hospitality. You have a gorgeous home and it was a pleasure spending time there.

Thanks again for a full, fabulous weekend!
Emme (Colorado)

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Dr. Brett,
I just wanted to send you a Thank you.  I really appreciate all that you
have done for me.  There aren't words to express my gratitude for your
knowledge and expertise.  You have made my life and my family’s life much
better. :)  I just met with a man and his son for a meeting.  The man's wife was in a car accident, all the damage done on her side of the car.  She was in a coma for 4 1/2 months
and is now bound to a wheel chair.  She had many of the same injuries that I
had.  I told them about you and your staff, so hopefully they will take advantage of your services to.  Thank you Holly for letting your husband serve those that need his talents & gifts.  You are definitely an anchor and I know that Heavenly Father blesses you for that.  I don't really know my full purpose here, but I know I have been spared twice.  Thanks
again for giving me a fuller life back.

Sariah (Arizona)

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    We have had quite a journey finding our way to you and your Wellness Center. I presume it actually began in about 1979 or so when I took Mark to see your father in Holbrook. He was able to help when Mark was sick as a baby and he left a lasting impression on me that came around on the disk recently when we figured out we had to find help outside the normal realm the medical world offered. I will have to admit to you I was real disappointed when I found out Dr. John Brimhall no longer practiced but that the Brimhall Wellness Center was run by Dr. Brett Brimhall, his son. I wondered if Jr. followed his dad’s footsteps and if he would have the skill level needed to help.

We have always known Mark struggled more with life than most people, but didn’t know why or what to do about it.

     When he finally talked to us in the summer of 2004 we began to realize the depths of his despair. We encouraged Mark to seek medical help. He was first diagnosed by our family physician as suffering with depression, which the doctor felt was due to a chemical imbalance in his brain. He told Mark he had probably had it most of his life. Medicine was prescribed; the side effects were not tolerated very well, and he quit taking the pills. He got worse. We sought help from the psychiatric world. There he was diagnosed as suffering with bi-polar disorder. Again pills were prescribed and a life sentence of drugs, side effects and minimal help was offered. He was allergic to once medication and could not tolerate the side effects of the others he tried. Each failed treatment threw him further and further into despair, feeling that there was no help; there was no hope.

     By January 2007 Mark hit rock bottom.  He felt he no longer wanted to deal with the constant dark, hopeless feeling that dominated his life.   He had quit his job and had isolated himself from most of the outside world.  He reached the point he just no longer wanted to live.   It was during this crisis that Mark agreed to come and see what you could offer.  He had no expectation except hope that you could at least help him find a way to get some sleep. Mark’s expressed to me “Mom, my problems are deeper than a bone cracking and some supplements can help.  We have to get real.”  But he agreed to come, because we were desperate.  We had to find something before we lost him altogether.

     When we walked into your office that first day and met you, I felt in my heart we were in the right place.  Was not sure how much you would be able to help, but anything beat what we had. I felt we were led to you in answer to our prayers so there had to be something there for Mark.  However, his dad and I had cautioned him that it would probably take a while for results to be felt and to be ready for that, but at least he wouldn’t be dealing with the side effects.  

Amazingly, Mark felt help within the first two days.   By the time we left the center two weeks later he was a new man.  He had hope. For the first time in years he talked about the future.  He is actually making plans.   He told us he felt great.  

     I don’t know that I have ever heard him say he felt “great”, ever!  His dad and I were afraid to feel too relieved at first, because we couldn’t believe the huge change in such a short period of time.   We were worried it wouldn’t last.  We were cautiously optimistic, guarded in our feelings inwardly, waiting to exhale.   It has been a month now, and Mark is doing wonderful.  We have watched him go through a couple of days where he was a little agitated, but he seemed to handle it real well.  There was no plunge into a depressive state.  We have begun to exhale! 

     I can’t begin to think of how to adequately thank someone for saving my son’s life; for giving my son life?  But I will ever be thankful for you, and your staff!! Thankful for the talents and skills you have.   Thankful you are humble enough to seek the guidance of our Heavenly Father to help you make the right decisions.  I am truly thankful for the blessings and guidance of Heavenly Father in your life that you are able to offer help, hope and healing to those who suffer.  You have made a change in our son’s life I had thought was not possible.  You saved Mark’s life, literally, (which salvaged our life and that of his sister).  There are not words to express the gratitude I feel.  I love my son so much.  He is precious to me.  My heart is full.  You are wonderful.  If ever I can be of some service to you, you have only to ask.  If our experience can help someone else, I would be more than happy to share it in person or in a letter.  You will always be a special part of our lives.  Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

- Cheryl (New Mexico)

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Last year seemed like a monumental struggle physically. Our family moved from Georgia to seek your help.  I want to thank you again for your Wellness Therapy Program. Your programs gave me hope and I appreciate you for taking time to help me.It has been refreshing to find a doctor who uses all of his talents & expertise. It is even better to find a doctor who keeps trying to find opportunities to enable patients to help themselves. Your center has accomplished that!

-  Barbara (Arizona)