John and Sharon both attended The Hypnosis Training Institute of Santa Barbara in 1997 and 1998. Both were in the top of their class, and graduated as Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist.

They own and operate The Hypnotherapy Center in Steger Illinois.

John is currently a Certified Hypnotherapist with The National Guild of Hypnotists and The National Society of Hypnotherapists. He is the current President of The National Society of Hypnotherapists. He is a previously certified member of The American Council of Hypnotist Examiners.

Sharon is currently Certified Hypnotherapist with The National Society of Hypnotherapists and is a previously certified member of The American Council of Hypnotist Examiners. Sharon is not accepting any new clients at this time.

(Note: In January 2007, the National Society of Hypnotherapists combined with the National Guild of Hypnotists)

John and Sharon have been married for 38 years and resided in Steger the entire time. Their children and grandchildren also reside in the area. Both have taken an active roll in their community. John ran for public office in 1999 and was elected to a 4 year term as a village Trustee. He was appointed trustee in charge of The Steger Fire Department, sometimes referred to as Fire Commissioner.

John also served in the United States Army from 1970 to 1972 at the Pentagon in Washington D.C.