O. Carl Simonton

O. Carl Simonton

Erin Sommerville is one of the most talented, intuitive and compassionate colleagues with whom I have ever worked.

Erin Sommerville is one of the most talented, intuitive and compassionate colleagues with whom I have ever worked. We have been friends and colleagues for 25 years. For the past twelve years we have worked together starting Professional Training programs in Germany, Switzerland, Poland and Japan. I have experienced her skillful approaches in each of these projects which were extensive and difficult."
"Erin's abilities to teach meditative processes and imagery are excellent. We continue to work together regularly and I very much appreciate her exceptional talent in all of these important areas of health and healing.

-O. Carl Simonton, M.D. Author of "Getting Well Again" and "The Healing Journey"


Edward H. Gilbert, M.D.

Edward H. Gilbert, M.D.

Erin’s ability to empathize, understand, and counsel cancer patients is unparalled…

I have known and worked with Erin for over 25 years. Her ability to empathize, understand, and counsel cancer patients is unparalled. I was able to see her run a program with O. Carl Simonton M.D. at the Richardson Regional Cancer Center a few years ago, and the positive effect on the people was exceptional. I highly recommend her to the cancer community.

– Edward H. Gilbert, M.D.
Director, Shaped Beam Radiosurgery Program
Richardson/UT Southwestern Regional Cancer Center, Texas


Kim Ward, PhD and Hilary Stokes, Ph.D

Kim Ward, PhD and Hilary Stokes, Ph.D

When in her presence, we are filled with a sense of peace, joy and infinite possibility!

It is with true pleasure that we express our appreciation and gratitude for Erin Sommerville. As an instructor, her teaching is flawless, and of equal importance, she captured our hearts and she still has them! Erin has mastered the art of grace and authenticity. When in her presence, we are filled with a sense of peace, joy and infinite possibility. We welcome the opportunity to refer our friends and clients to Erin, having great confidence they will thank us immensely.

– Respectfully, Kim Ward, Ph.D & Hilary Stokes, Ph.D
Principals of Authenticity Associates Training and Consulting


janet hranicky, phd

Erin Sommerville brings magic to science as one of the true pioneers in the field of Mind/Body medicine…

As a teacher to Health Care Professionals worldwide and as a brilliant clinician, her mastery lies in the often invisible link in the Biology of emotions to the visible link of well-being and health that can be achieved with focused intention.

– Janet Hranicky, PhD.
Founder, President
American Health Institute


Shanti Shanti Kaur, Ph.D.

Shanti Shanti Kaur, Ph.D.

Erin awakens what is possible and walks by your side until it is fulfilled…

Erin's work as a teacher and coach stands on its own merit. Since the early 1990's she has lent her skillful support and intuitive guidance to those recovering from cancer and their family members. Her depth of experience, integrity and playfulness bring strength and hope during the most challenging time in life. She awakens what is possible and walks by your side until it is fulfilled.

– Shanti Shanti Kaur, Ph.D.


You stepped in, told me I could fly and then showed me how…

Erin, where do I start? You turned a life threatening, situation from what was, at first, incredibly overwhelming and frightening into a wonderful and enlightening experience. I thank you for your focused and loving attention during our many long talks over the phone as you closely worked with me to turn my fear, doubt and regret into a steady calmness. Looking back on things, I,m really dumbfounded by the change. And, I don,t know what I find more amazing my arrival to my full recovery or the smooth and pleasant ride that I had along the way.

Your listening and insights were invaluable not just invaluable, but necessary for me. Without them, my ride would have been much longer and a lot bumpier. I'm sure I would have gone off the road a few times too. Thanks to you I came out of this experience with a regained health and, just as importantly, a vastly improved mindset. I guess the best way to express this is with an analogy. 

Just before I met you, I had fallen off a cliff and I thought I was falling to my death. And now, you”re even showing me how to fly even higher. That,s really the only way I can fittingly express what you did for me. By the way, it turns out that this flying thing is more than just a way to avoid hitting the ground It is $#!* fun and the view is incredible.

Thanks Erin!

– Tony Haske, Santa Monica, CA


Erin has a gift of insight on a level that is nothing short of amazing!

She listens and truly hears what you are saying, processes that information in milliseconds. Her response invariably goes right to the heart of the question. It then becomes clear what needs to be done. As a professional interrogator she amazes me with both her insight and empathy.

– Jack Fox Sherman Oaks, CA
Support Person


Cancer is a thing of the past, but surprisingly it has brought a lot of joy and peace to my life!

Erin Sommerville. How do I love her? Let me count the ways.

I first met Erin at a Simonton Cancer Center session. It was prior to my surgery for lung cancer. I previously had had cancer in both breasts. She prepared me for the surgery. Oh, yes. My room looked like I was having a party. It was decorated with flowers, plants, a cookie tree, and pictures of our dogs. My son remarked that as he walked through the halls of the hospital, all the rooms looked gloomy, as did the patients. When he came to my room, it was bright and cheery. It helped my family cope and it certainly made me feel better. Erin is so insightful. I now have had hundreds of phone calls with her and each time she shows me how to make my life better. All the old bad habits and thoughts are gone. If I start to stray, she knows exactly how to get me back on track. I have such power over my body now. Cancer is a thing of the past, but surprisingly it has brought me a lot of joy and peace in my life ...and Erin to help me keep it that way.

This is just the tip of the iceberg of why I love her and what she has done to change my life.

– Carolyn Fox
Sherman Oaks, CA


Erin helped me learn my life's meaning and guide me to reach new and different goals!

Erin came just in time at the lowest point of my life: Stage IV cancer. She supported me when no one could. Her most important contribution has been to help me learn my life's meaning and guide me to reach new and different goals. It has now been six years. Her experience, patience, grace and love have been invaluable in helping me live a joyful life which might otherwise have been lost.

– With deepest appreciation,
Phoebe Chien, M.D


Erin - As always thank you for helping me become more of the person I want to be. You save lives everyday!

– Love,
Barbara
Phoenix, Az


The wind beneath Sharon's wings… 

Erin, there is no way for me to thank you enough for your support. The support you have given Sharon has buoyed me even though I have not directly participated in your calls. When you get to heaven, you will be given your wings as you enter. I sometimes wonder if you were not sent from heaven for Sharon and me. You have been "The wind beneath Sharon's wings".

– Jack Morris
Portland, Oregon
Support Person


She has been a beacon for me in my recovery!

For almost two years I have been working with Erin Sommerville. She has been a beacon for me in my recovery .which includes becoming more aware of the hidden psychological, emotional and spiritual issues which have impacted my health. She has guided me to an awareness of obstacles I never thought possible to even admit to myself. Her acceptance and love for me has made it possible for me to see how these obstacles have kept me from seeing my true nature. I am grateful and look forward to our appointments on the phone.

– Tralee Mc Gill, RN
Pinole, CA


Erin - I really don't know if you consider yourself a healer, but you have to take part of the credit, as far as I am concerned, for my apparent triumph over a cancer which traditional doctors did not expect me to survive.

– Eugene Kile-Smith
Songwriter