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The Fred Gunkler Success Story

Dear Susan,
    Thank you for everything you have done to help me quit smoking.  I have tried using the gum, the patch, the drugs and I even tried some "Cold Turkey" in the past but none of those remedies ever worked.  Your common sense approach along with the help of your Laser Treatment did the trick.  I quit smoking.  The results are incredible!
    I have been "Smoke Free" since December 12, 2006!
   
My co-workers are jealous that I'm no longer standing out in the blizzard with them to have a smoke.  My family doesn't bug me about smoking anymore because I don't.  My clothes don't stink anymore.  Ten bucks lasts a lot longer than it used to!  It's all good and pretty easy.  For these reasons I thank you!
    I was a little skeptical at first but when I spoke with you on the phone, you convinced me and now I'm a non-smoker.  Occasionally I get desires and I think I want to smoke but due to the laser treatment, those feelings disappear before I realize it.  It's like they never existed!  My hands are no longer tied and I'm no longer a slave to the cigarettes!  For this I thank you!
    One day I felt like I needed some more help and you were quick to remind me that I could get a "booster treatment" as long as I had not cheated and had not smoked.  That booster worked wonders for me.  Knowing that I can get another booster if I feel the need is a great feature of your program.  Everyone should take advantage of it.
   Thank you for every Smoke-Free day last month.  It's been great!


Sincerely,
Alfred C. Gunkler


After one year of  being smoke - free,
Fred wrote back.

Hello Susan and hello all you skeptics  ,
   I  was a skeptic and nervous as hell when I walked into the clinic  on December 12, 2006.  I had tried every gimmick available and still I smoked!  I had to quit and knew it.    
   A new state law, a cigarette tax increase, my health, the smell, too cold to go outside to smoke and all my non-smoking friends.....all good  reasons to quit.
   When Susan was finished, I didn't  feel different and  I didn't hurt anywhere but I felt weird!  I wasn't supposed to want a cigarette on the ride home and that gave me a strange feeling. It's hard to explain. I felt "Empty” 
   The next thing I remember was that  ” a half hour had passed  and  I hadn't smoked ." !  Wow........  The same thing happened again when I craved a smoke....
   I fought off the desire and  "lo and behold",  a  half hour passed  in a flash  and I hadn't smoked ......  It  worked !
   A year has passed and I haven't smoked a single cigarette since 12-12-06  .   I've saved  $2,463. 75  ,  I can breathe  easier,  I don't  smell like an ashtray  and I don't have stand outside the restaurants and bars in the rain  while my friends are inside enjoying themselves !

Believe me,  Aculaser Treatment Works!  
Alfred C. Gunkler
 


After another year of  being
smoke - free,  Fred wrote again.

Susan  ,  this week marks the end of my second year as a Non-smoker .  Every day that passes is a breath of fresh air . You knew it would be  and I can't  thank you enough.  Of course I have to thank myself also . I'm the  one that took the chance , you simply added the catalyst that helped me get through it . For that I'm greatfull.  Thanks .

  
Alfred C. Gunkler


On December 12, 2011 Fred marks his 5 year anniversary!

Hello Susan. 

I was a skeptic until I left your office after my initial session in 2006.  Today ,12-12-2011 , marks my 5 year anniversary as a Non-smoker. It has been a breath of fresh air every day since then. 

Thanks
Alfred C. Gunkler

 

 

 

 

 

Testimonials  - Real People Who Really Quit


This is an amazing treatment to quit smoking.  I was skeptical at first when I walked into the office, but when I walked out I never looked back and never once craved a cigarette.  I smoked for 27 years and I’m happy to say I am a non-smoker.  I feel free!!

Thanks Susan!! 

Kimberly A. Grindle


Hi Susan,

I was a patient of yours about almost 2 months ago. I just want to thank you. You changed my life! I am happily a non-smoker. I have had no withdrawal. It’s been wonderful. You changed my life, I love it. I just want to let you know I am referring people to you. I referred two more people today. So, thank you again. God Bless, I am a happy non-smoker!

Michelle Herman


Dear Susan,

Appreciated the follow up note.  It's been three months for me and almost three for Tracy.  We are done and won't look back.  We are both shocked at how easy it was.  In any event, we appreciate your help and really wouldn't hesitate to refer anyone.  In the worst case it's worth the attempt.

Good luck to you and take care.

 

Sincerely,

John Gresock  and Tracy Gordon


Hello Susan,

I felt compelled to send you a note about my experience at Aculaser. Here is my story.  While sitting in that treatment chair, I was thinking, boy there is a sucker born every minute and today it is me. I thought, "This is a scam. I don't feel a thing".  Then you asked how does it feel to be a non - smoker?  Today the answer is GREAT!  It has been almost 5 months and not so much as a hic-up.  I'll recommend this to any one who doesn't want to smoke anymore.  The hardest part is picking up the telephone.
 

Thanks for what you do. 
 

AL S. 


Well Susan its me again and my original email thanked you for the 4 days of being smoke free. Here it is 6 months later and still not a smoker. The treatment you gave me was just what I needed to break that dirty habit which controlled my life.  My sister in law that came with me is also still not smoking and is happy as I am.  We are truly grateful for your treatment and recommend the treatment to all the people we know.  Soon you will see us for you weight control treatment.

Thanks so much
Sherry


Just writing to thank you.  The smoking cessation treatment is amazing.  Not only did the physiological craving for cigarettes go away, but my stress level was also greatly reduced.  I've told a number of friends and family members about the treatment and how simple it made it to quit smoking.

 

Ric Forkins


Hi Susan,
 

I have been smoke-free for over three months now and am amazed at a couple things:  I’m still not smoking and I rarely have an urge to smoke.  Though I had two booster treatments, I believe I probably could have remained smoke-free even without them.  I’ve recommended others to have treatments because it works so well.  If I hadn’t known someone who had Aculaser, I would not have had a treatment myself as I was pretty skeptical but the treatments do work and are really amazing.  Thank you so much Susan.
 

Deb S
Parma, OH


Susan,

On 9/4/07 I was treated by you for nicotine. I'm proud to say that I have not smoked a cigarette since then.  I even have the two cigarettes that were left in my pack in the glove compartment of my car as a reminder of what I have been able to do with your treatment.  I was amazed at how easy it was and how stress free I was without withdrawals of any kind.

 

Thank you,

Felicia Wares (Di Muro)


Dear Susan,
 

I want to thank you so much for helping me to lose weight.  My dreams have come true due to your AcuLaser treatments.  It has given me the control that I was lacking.  I feel so much better.  I'm energized!  My cholesterol has dramatically gone down.  I'm able to exercise every day without my knees bothering me.  I'm like a new person!  Thank you for your support.  I have lost almost 40 pounds in the last 7 months and I feel so good. 

Sue Gillespie

p.s. I'm enjoying my new wardrobe, too.


Hello Susan,

 

I would like to thank you for all your help in quitting smoking.  The laser treatment was very easy and painless.  I would recommend this to anyone considering quitting.  My wife, family, and myself are very proud of this accomplishment.

 

Rick Higinbotham 

Warren, Ohio


Well Susan its me again and my original email thanked you for the 4 days of being smoke free. Here it is 6 months later and still not a smoker. The treatment you gave me was just what I needed to break that dirty habit which controlled my life.  My sister in law that came with me is also still not smoking and is happy as I am.  We are truly grateful for your treatment and recommend the treatment to all the people we know.  Soon you will see us for you weight control treatment.

Thanks so much
Sherry


Susan,

Thank you so much for being so sweet through this process.  I will admit, the first week was real hard, but you were there for me and came in on your off Saturday because I knew I wouldn't make it till Monday.  Thank you, now I'll be around to see my grand kids graduate! 

Cindy B.
Northfield, OH


Dear Susan,

I have not smoked a cigarette now in 6 weeks and now i feel more confident of my ability to never stop quitting than i ever have. a month in a half sounds longer so that's what I tell people and I am so so very happy that this worked for me because I didn't think it would until i read the other testimonials, and so I started to believe it but now I can really tell people about this and it is real and it works. quitting smoking has always been my number one road block in improving the rest of myself and i really am so happy that you are there doing what you are doing-- thank you for your sincere support and awesome service.
 

Sincerly,
Corinda


Hi Susan,

 

 I just wanted to take this time out to Thank You for the aculaser treatment that helped me to stop smoking.  I was a smoker for many, many years.  I've tried patches, pills and even tried taking a few cigarettes a day to work with me, which did not do any good, because by time I got home I smoked double the amount of cigarettes.  I had got to the point that I was tired of smoking, I did not like the taste of cigarettes anymore, but it was so hard for me to stop.  Then a co-worker of mine informed me about aculaser treatment, that was the best information that I have ever received.

 

I had my treatment done on May 18, 2007 and have not picked up a cigarette since.  I feel good, I can breath better, I can now take longer walks without getting tired, I can go up and down stairs without getting tired, I do not cough anymore, I feel like a brand new person.

 

Now I am spreading the word too other people regarding aculaser treatment.

 

Thanks for aculaser treatment centers.

 

M. Ford

Cleveland, Ohio


(Sent on her 1 year anniversary:)

Wow!  I can't believe it! It feels so good to be smoke free!!
Thank-you, Susan for making this experience & achievement possible!

Thank-You,
Denise B.
Brunswick, OH


Since I was a social smoker (w/alcohol only) I didn't really want to quit, but I'm so glad that I did.  My house and clothes smell so nice now and my family and friends are so happy I quit.  It was hard at first but I think less and less about it now. 

Thank you!
Carole
Garrettsville, OH


It's been over three months since I have quit smoking and I am happy to be living a smoke free life.  I was not a big smoker but those cigarettes that I did smoke were very important to me and difficult to give up.  I considered them my chill pill in the evening after a day's work or a reward after some task I accomplished, or just what I needed for my simple relaxation, unwinding ritual.  I told myself I could control my habit, that I would smoke no more than 2-3 cigarettes per night and smoke them outdoors or in the garage.  When the 2-3 went to 3-4 and then sometimes 5,  I knew it was getting out of control.  The more I thought about trying to cut back the more I seemed to smoke.  My parents both died from emphysema.  I've watched them and other relatives battle this awful disease.  I did not want this to happen to me and so I sought help at AcuLaser.  AcuLaser does help with the addiction!  Susan was very understanding and encouraging.  She provided suggestions about changing up routines.  I still think about smoking but I also think about how  I enjoy not smelling like smoke and not being the closet smoker as smoking has become more and more unacceptable, unattractive and certainly unhealthy.  The treatment will help you get that monkey off your back.  You have to want to quit, but when you do decide to, AcuLaser can help!
 

Thank you Susan.

Karen Sayles
Ex-smoker


Hi Susan,
Having tried several other "cures" that only lasted a day or two, I still hardly believe it.
I have told lots of people about the whole process & I hope it will result in more customers for you.

Thanks again,
Susan B.


Susan

I was in your office on Monday and I just want to thank you for the help I needed to stop smoking. I am only on day 4 and I am feeling great. I believe that I will never be a smoker again thanks to you. I do have thoughts of smoking but no cravings or feelings of withdrawal. I have been told it takes 21 days to break or start a habit. I think I am on my way to breaking that habit for good.

I hope that I can email you again in another 2 to 3 months with the same results.

Thanks again
Sherry


Hi Susan,

I just wanted to drop you a note and let you know that its been about three months now since I visited your center and I remain nicotine/smoke free!  I have recommended you and your center to everyone I know.  When I heard about the aculaser treatment I was VERY skeptical.  I didn’t think it would work at all, but boy was I wrong!  I walked in there and gladly threw away an entire pack of cigarettes before I walked out the door!  I couldn’t believe I could do that!  You were so kind when I felt that I needed a “booster” and I came back in the next week. 

About three weeks after the treatment, I drove out to Philadelphia .  That’s an 8 hour drive!  I made it there and back without one cigarette.  Every once in a while the thought pops in my head that I wouldn’t mind having one, but its more of a bad nostalgic memory rather than an urge.  And the thought is gone as soon as comes in my head.

Thank you so much for freeing me from the nicotine addiction!  You are an angel!
 

Ann Marie Foster

Brooklyn, Ohio


Susan,
I still have trouble believing it after smoking for over 50 years!  Also can't believe it has been 6 weeks since I  had a booster and I have been OK.  I really appreciate the treatments and your attitude and the way you handled things. 
 
Sincerely,
Sue
Treated 5/15/07


Hi Susan, I have to tell you that you have exceeded my expectations with the Aculaser treatment for quitting smoking.  As I entered your office I wasn't even sure that I was ready to quit and didn't quite believe that it would work.  I smoked my last cigarette before I came in.  My confidence level in being successful was very low.  I did proceed with the treatment.  The first few days were a little difficult but after that it was the easiest thing I had ever done.  It has been 5 weeks, smoke free, and I don't even feel that I was ever a smoker.  I tell everyone I know about it.  I can't believe that I have quit and even though I think about it sometimes, I really don't want a cigarette.  It was very easy to say "no" to it.  Thanks so much for the new confidence that I can be a lifetime non smoker.  

Sharon Seabeck,
Cleveland, OH.


Hi Susan,
Thought I'd give you my newest milestone.........

I've been SMOBER Four months, two days, 21 hours, 6 minutes and 57 seconds. 3746 cigarettes not smoked, saving $796.10. Life saved: 1 week, 6 days, 10 minutes.


Hello~

On my way to the AcuLaser Treatment Center, I looked for the closest place to buy cigarettes and a lighter for when I left the Center from getting the treatment.  The only reason I went in the first place was because my son and husband was riding me about quiting smoking.  I thought I would go to AcuLaser and tell them it didn't work but I tried.

 

I remember walking in and being very nervous, Susan asked me where my cigarettes and lighter was and I responded in my car.  They were locked in my glove boxes so they would not be easy access when I was driving.  She asked me to go get them, I went out of the building and retrieve them from the car, on the way back to the building I smoked one more.  I was smoking a pack and a half a day and had been smoking for 18 years.  I enjoyed smoking and never seen myself quiting smoking.  Susan walked me through the procedure and by the second laser point my body started calming down.  I left the building to my surprise not craving or even wanting a cigarette.  I was astonished.....  I have not smoked since that day.  I was having a over stressful week in January, and had a booster but never picked up the cigarette.  The only time that I ever thing about smoking is when I am around someone that smokes, it's not what you are thinking....  I think to myself what a repulsive smell and I can not believe I smelt like that. 

 

I feel great after my one year of smoke free....  I am living proof that you do not have to have this great will power with this program, because I did it for everyone else. 

 

Thanks to Susan putting a small ad in the paper; which changed my life

 

Michelle


I would like to thank Acu-Laser for giving me the treatment & the hope to quit smoking after 32 years.  Like anything else, I had to wait & realize that smoking was killing me, at first slowly - but eventually quickly.  One day I coughed for five hours straight.  I was gagging & vomiting from coughing so hard.  Then I went to a medical doctor, and guess what, she said to quit smoking.  She told me about AcuLaser Treatment.  First of all - for me to see a doctor was a shock to the universe, let alone try to quit smoking.  On March 20Th, 2006, I got the laser treatment and left my last cigarette lighter there.  And I haven't looked back since.  I want one every once in a while.  But at this point it's not worth it.  I have too much time, respect and care for myself and my loved ones to try another puff.

Mike Pitz, Sullivan, OH


"I found the treatment of AcuLaser to be the instrumental decision in quitting smoking for me.  I have tried every treatment for nearly 20 years to quit and all had failed within several weeks.  After AcuLaser I lost the physical craving for a cigarette and never had to go through that part of withdrawal.  There was still much mental and emotional struggle to cope with for the first year but I credit AcuLaser Treatment with having given me the boost to get through the difficult early stages.  Nicotine Anonymous did the rest.  I strongly recommend AcuLaser to all smokers - I believe it saved me. 

Sincerely,

Pam Benedict


Dear Susan,
I would like to thank you for all the help you gave me during the time of quitting smoking.  All of my family members are delighted that I have quit, especially my wife.  It will soon be 8 weeks since I have had a cigarette.  I do not crave them nor do I want to have one.  I have been standing next to someone that was smoking and it did not even bother me nor did I want to have one.

I smoke for 32 years.  I have not had a cigarette since the laser therapy.  I would recommend your facility to anyone that is ready to quit smoking.

It was very easy to quit.  I tried cold turkey, hypnotism, patches and filters.  None of these worked for me.  The laser seems to have worked.
  
Thank You,
Rick Higinbotham
Broadview Hts., OH


Hi Susan,

I am so glad to say that I am a non-smoker for over a year now! As you know, I tried them all…the patch, the pills, hypnosis, the gum, and cold turkey, to try and break my habit previous to seeing you at Aculaser Treatment Centers. It wasn’t easy at first, but I did persevere with your support. That was the key for me, that you were always there to help and give the moral support that all the other methods I used did not offer. I still have occasional cravings, but I have the confidence to get through them and remain smoke-free. My children are also happy that daddy isn’t disappearing anymore, because I used to hide my smoking from them. As far as the extra income I realized from quitting, that’s what made mommy happy.
 

Best regards,

Jim Pajk


Hi Susan,

I want to thank you for your help on helping me not to smoking. The 14th of February we celebrated my one-year anniversary of not smoking. It is funny because I cannot remember what it was like to smoke for all those years but every now and than while working on the property and needing a break I would tell Charles I was going on a smoke break and we both laugh and I find something else to do.

I hope everything is going well for you and again thank you.
 

Sandy


My first year anniversary was 1/3/07.  The treatment has worked fine for me!  Happy!
 

Nadine C.

Cleveland, OH


 

When I quit, I didn't want to quit.  I still don't want to quit, but if I start up again I will have the addiction and it feels good not to have to smoke.  Fresh smoke still smells good to me but stale smoke on clothes or in rooms makes me want to puke.  It's great not to have to depend on nicotine and I don't think I'll ever go back.
 

Greg T.

Litchfield, OH


 

Thank You So Much!!   I was a smokers smoker - meaning I had to smoke before I would smoke and I needed a smoke

when I got done smoking.  Thats how much I smoked.  I loved the fact I did not have to put any other drug or chemical into my body.  I think you make it very easy with your manner, your hours and your seeing people through to the end.

I have done nothing but rave about you.  There is a gentleman here at my work who said he is going to call you today because he knows how much I loved to smoke and how addicted I was and he was amazed I could stand there with the smokers and not even crave a cigarette!!!  I have given another co worker your card because he wants to do the weight loss program - he saw how I have not smoked so he too believes in your program.  There is no billboard like the walking one and I am yours!!!!!

 

I will continue to pass your name around. And again Thank You!!!
 

Paula LeHotan



I recommend this to everyone.  It was so easy to quit smoking with this.  I thought before I came in that it would be a waste of money.  Was I wrong.  I feel great...

Michelle H.
Wadsworth, OH


Susan,                                                                              9/11/06

 

I personally can not believe that my husband and I are non-smokers. The laser treatment is wonderful. Quitting was probably the hardest thing we had to do.

But with having the laser treatment it wasn't all that bad. I have told so many people to go and see Susan "The women that makes you not smoke". It has been 6 weeks since we quit, and we feel wonderful. The decision we made to go to aculaser treatment was the best and most important decision we made in our lives. Our children are so special to us. We also quit for them too. What a great feeling it was to have my 10 year old daughter come to us and say "Thank You Mom and Dad for not smoking anymore now you will be able to come to my wedding one day and see my children grow up like G.G. is".G.G is  for Great Grandmother, she is my grandmother and never smoked a day in her life and she is 89 years old and still drives and go to lunch with her friends and loves to go gambling and use no devices to help her move around.   She is about to watch her 1st  great grandson graduate from High School this spring. Thanks to Aculaser Treatment  we will be doing the same at 89.
 

THANK YOU

SUSAN 


Susan,

 

The laser acupuncture therapy worked wonderfully for me.  I continue to be nicotine / smoke free. 

 

Allison Johnston

Operations Analyst

Paint Stores Group

Phone: 216-566-1769


NO SMOKING FOR ME - WEEK 10

 

I have not had a cigarette since my laser treatment.  I've been in every situation without one.  After

more than 25 years of smoking I finally quit!  I feel great and look forward to a long and healthy life.

 

Rick Hoag - Pittsburgh


Susan,

Thank you so much!  It feels great to be smoke free.  (I can't believe it!)  I hope more people take advantage of your non-smoking solution!

            P.S.  I love the extra $$
 

Denise Becka   

Brunswick, Ohio


 I am very pleased that the circulation to my feet & hands is back. When I would stand all day at work, my legs would hurt really bad.  Now, what a difference.  My legs don't ache and hurt anymore & my eyes never felt better.  I used to use eye drops daily for dry eyes.  Now I don't.

To stop smoking was the best decision I've made.
 

James Green

Grafton, Ohio


Hi Sue,

 

It has been a little over 4 months since you gave me "the treatment".  Even though I haven't been back for a booster, I've been tempted to make the trip several times (I can blame it on my husband, my mother, and the grand kids).  The bottom line is--- I haven't had a cigarette since 6/6/06.  In fact, second hand smoke nauseates me (it used to smell good).  I've tried to quit before-- this really works.

 

Please send me some info on your weight loss program.  Thanks.

 

Barb Baker


Dear Susan,

 

I am remiss in not getting a note to you sooner, please accept my apologies.  I certainly wanted to give you some positive feedback about the aculaser treatment results. Since your treatment, I have not had a single cigarette in 52 days!!! This is from someone who has been smoking a pack a day for over 20 years! I am very excited about this, and I would heartily endorse this treatment for anyone who is serious about quitting. I will get back to you again down the road, but thanks for all your help. 

 

John Blaha


Susan,

 

The laser acupuncture therapy worked wonderfully for me.  I continue to be nicotine / smoke free. 

 

Allison Johnston

Operations Analyst

Paint Stores Group


Susan - I'm doing great!  I have had no problems or cravings and it doesn't even bother me when others are smoking around me.  It's really hard to believe that it was so easy for me.  I wasn't even crabby the first 3 days or anything.  And I feel much better already - my cough is slowly disappearing. 

 

I feel really bad that it didn't work out for Lisa - maybe she just wasn't really ready......I know I was and maybe that really makes a difference.

 

Thanks for checking up on me.
 

Please let me know if you have any questions.

Tammy O'Brien


Good morning Susan,

Today is my sixth month of no smoking at all, yes, we are very happy about that here at home. I could not email at three and four months to let you know how I was doing because I felt it was too soon and it would be bad luck on my part. I am very happy about not smoking but I am not happy with myself for the eighteen pounds that I have put on and cannot get off. If I could only loose the weight, I will be very happy with myself. In six more months, let’s see if I can send you an email stating that not only did I not smoke but I also lost my weight.

Thank you again for helping me rid the smoking.
 

Sincerely,

Sandy Tartaglia


Dear Susan: 

It has been almost 6 weeks since I have smoked a cigarette!  I wanted to thank you for giving me a new lease on life.  Not only do I feel 100% better, I also sleep better and think more clearly.  I cannot thank you enough for helping me get this disgusting habit out of my life! 

People ask me how easy it has been and I tell them out of 100 it is 90% easy.  I had made my mind up and stuck with it.  The CD you supply has helped me immensely.  I listen to it every day just to reinforce everything and it works.  I have recommended you to anyone who will listen to me.  I have absolutely no desire to smoke and rarely if ever think about it.  I smoked for 30 years and to be able to just walk away from it is absolutely amazing.

Thank you once again!

 

Sincerely,

 

Sue Ward

 

P.S.  My mom and brother are still smoke free also! 


Susan,

 I wanted you to know that it has been six weeks since my treatment at your facility and I have been smoke free. The treatment really gave me the calming feeling I needed to be able to quit smoking. My wife and family have commented on how easy it seemed on me to quit. I still think about smoking on occasion but I won’t give in to IGOR. Also I wanted you to know that the other two co-workers that went with me for the treatment are also doing well. One of the guys came to you for chewing and the other for smoking. We now have a tobacco free work facility and everyone is supporting each other to guarantee success.

 Thanks,

 R. Wimmer

Modern Mold Corp.


Hi Susan,

Can’t really believe it but it has been about 6 weeks and all going well, especially since my activities have been around several which smokers outnumbered non-smokers considerably and I have made it through them all with no real desire to smoke. Hope it continues and if I feel the slightest urge I’ll be paying you a visit.

Thanks for your note of support and I’ve already had a couple of friends who have paid you a visit and I am sure there will be a lot more to come.
 

Sincerely,

Bob S,

Strongsville, Ohio


 

                                                                 

 
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