CFS Recovery Programme (Miguel Bautista)
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Miguel Bautista is a former CFS patient who developed the Recovery Jumpstart programme after his own recovery. He has built a large online presence with hundreds of free YouTube videos, community groups and a structured paid programme designed to guide people through nervous-system retraining, lifestyle shifts and recovery practices.
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Miguel provides multiple routes into his work, including:
Free Recovery Foundations Course – an introductory masterclass covering the core principles of recovery.
Recovery Jumpstart Programme – a structured coaching programme with group support, video modules and community interaction.
Other recovery solutions – including lower-cost memberships and resources, which people can explore on his site.
This range means there are entry points at different price levels, from free through to high-cost coaching.
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Online discussions have raised concerns about the programme’s cost, with some reporting fees of over $6,000 USD for a year’s access, later replaced by a monthly model of around $297/month.
A Reddit post claimed Miguel openly described participants as “sales” and spoke of aiming for “a million dollars in six months” - which upset many people in the community.
Some users expressed frustration at what they saw as aggressive marketing and constant upselling.
Others have questioned whether Miguel personally attends enough of the coaching calls, though he disputes this.
Miguel’s response
Miguel has directly addressed critical posts, calling them defamatory and saying they ignore the many positive recoveries within the programme.
He states he is actively present on coaching calls and can provide recordings to prove this.
He argues that while the programme is paid, he also offers extensive free content, including hundreds of YouTube videos, guides, free Q&A calls, and a $1 starter programme.
He says recovery does not require joining his programme but that it exists as optional structured support for those who want it.
Miguel highlights numerous testimonials, video stories and documented recoveries within his community as evidence of impact.
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Some participants said they appreciated the structure, accountability, and sense of community provided by the programme.
Some clients reported improvement in symptoms and energy, attributing progress to the mindset tools and exposure therapy techniques.
A few found value in Miguel’s emphasis on taking action and reframing illness identity.
Many appreciated the free resources (YouTube, guides, $1 intro materials, free Q&As).
A number of reviews highlight how frameworks for nervous-system regulation gave them clarity after years of confusion.
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Free Recovery Foundations Masterclass: A seven-day intro to nervous-system retraining, including a tailored assessment and daily video lessons.
Recovery Academy (paid): Includes 13 detailed modules, weekly group coaching calls, strategy calls based on your assessment, and a peer community - offered at around US $297/month (€270 / £240) with easy cancellation.
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Free resources are extensive - including Masterclasses, guides and video content - which may allow people to access useful material without paying for the full programme.
Some participants report being offered free months or reduced fees in exchange for reviews or recovery videos.
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Official site: cfsrecovery.com
Success stories: https://cfsrecovery.com/success-stories/
Miguels YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJT8-UVmfsmKAW82JMRshmL8DNndqpsJ7
