Hypnotherapists in Moreno Valley, CA
Life Source Affordable Counseling Services
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Moreno Valley, CA 92557
If you have been looking for professional help with problems related to your marriage, family or stress in your life, but have not been able to afford the cost of therapy...we can help! You can get the help you need now at an extremely affordable rate by making an appointment with one of our qualified Associates or Graduate student Trainees in Marriage & Family Therapy. Life Source Training Institute in Riverside, Calif., is a 501(c)3 non-profit dedicated to providing affordable counseling and family education to the community.
If you have been looking for professional help with problems related to your marriage, family or stress in your life, but have not been able to afford the cost of therapy...we can help! You can get the help you need now at an extremely affordable rate by making an appointment with one of our qualified Associates or Graduate student Trainees in Marriage & Family Therapy. Life Source Training Institute in Riverside, Calif., is a 501(c)3 non-profit dedicated to providing affordable counseling and family education to the community.
Higher Love Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Moreno Valley, CA 92552
Higher Love Counseling offers affordable, convenient and easy to schedule therapy for both couples and for individual therapy. Therapy is offered at reduced fees to help with the crisis we are all facing today. Tools used offer a more in-depth program than "talk therapy". My website higherlevellove.com describes the tools for individuals and couples in more detail. In addition I also offer specialty programs for specific issues such as: healing infidelity, anger and anxiety, premarital and how to turn up passion! Tools are a revolutionary way to help you get deeper results. Why settle when we base our whole life on love!
Higher Love Counseling offers affordable, convenient and easy to schedule therapy for both couples and for individual therapy. Therapy is offered at reduced fees to help with the crisis we are all facing today. Tools used offer a more in-depth program than "talk therapy". My website higherlevellove.com describes the tools for individuals and couples in more detail. In addition I also offer specialty programs for specific issues such as: healing infidelity, anger and anxiety, premarital and how to turn up passion! Tools are a revolutionary way to help you get deeper results. Why settle when we base our whole life on love!
Krystle Rowe
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, CHT, LMFT, MBA
Verified Verified
Moreno Valley, CA 92557
Not accepting new clients
In private practice I offer Therapy and Hypnotherapy for a reasonable fee.
"The night is darkest just before the dawn." - Thomas Fuller. Whether you're feeling that darkness in your life or that voice inside keeps calling out that you were meant for more, I would like to help. My clinical practice focuses on holistic healing, striving to balance the mind, body, soul and emotions of each person. My passions include couples therapy, trauma treatment, parenting, somatic and transpersonal therapy. I use evidenced based treatment models to help you achieve the healing you deserve, effectively and efficiently.
In private practice I offer Therapy and Hypnotherapy for a reasonable fee.
"The night is darkest just before the dawn." - Thomas Fuller. Whether you're feeling that darkness in your life or that voice inside keeps calling out that you were meant for more, I would like to help. My clinical practice focuses on holistic healing, striving to balance the mind, body, soul and emotions of each person. My passions include couples therapy, trauma treatment, parenting, somatic and transpersonal therapy. I use evidenced based treatment models to help you achieve the healing you deserve, effectively and efficiently.
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Dr. Attaway And Associates
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT, MS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Riverside, CA 92507
As a mind-body-soul practitioner combining EMDR, CRM, hypnotherapy, positive psychology, mindfulness and numerous other tools, my focus is to provide you immediate relief from anxiety and depression.
As a Psychologist & Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist for over 25 years, I am committed to helping people work through what's keeping them stuck - confusion, emotional or physical pain. I'll help you identify what's holding you back, interfering with your relationships and life plans. We'll identify your hidden habits of thinking that continually disrupt your ability to maximize your potential in each area of your life. As we uncover and rewrite the scripts that are running in the background and keeping you stuck in pain and frustration, you'll find yourself experiencing a newfound peace coupled with creativity and motivation.
As a mind-body-soul practitioner combining EMDR, CRM, hypnotherapy, positive psychology, mindfulness and numerous other tools, my focus is to provide you immediate relief from anxiety and depression.
As a Psychologist & Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist for over 25 years, I am committed to helping people work through what's keeping them stuck - confusion, emotional or physical pain. I'll help you identify what's holding you back, interfering with your relationships and life plans. We'll identify your hidden habits of thinking that continually disrupt your ability to maximize your potential in each area of your life. As we uncover and rewrite the scripts that are running in the background and keeping you stuck in pain and frustration, you'll find yourself experiencing a newfound peace coupled with creativity and motivation.
Susan Lehrman
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
Loma Linda, CA 92354
Choosing to get help is a sometimes difficult and courageous decision, especially in these difficult times. As of March 2020, I have begun doing telehealth. I will try to help you to feel as comfortable as possible from our first contact. I know that the biggest compliment I can receive is to be told how “real” clients find me to be, and how understood they feel. I have been in practice in Redlands for more than 25 years, and I utilize various techniques, tailoring my interventions to meet the client’s needs. I believe that it is the relationship between the client and therapist that has the most to do with growth.
Choosing to get help is a sometimes difficult and courageous decision, especially in these difficult times. As of March 2020, I have begun doing telehealth. I will try to help you to feel as comfortable as possible from our first contact. I know that the biggest compliment I can receive is to be told how “real” clients find me to be, and how understood they feel. I have been in practice in Redlands for more than 25 years, and I utilize various techniques, tailoring my interventions to meet the client’s needs. I believe that it is the relationship between the client and therapist that has the most to do with growth.
Renewing Hope Family Counseling Center, Inc.
Marriage & Family Therapist, LCSW, PsyD, AMFT, ACSW
Verified Verified
Riverside, CA 92507
Here at Renewing Hope Family Counseling Center, Inc. we work with individuals dealing with everyday life stressors, individuals discovering their sense of identity, and with various discomforts such as depression, anxiety, relational, and family issues. Let us help improve the community one relationship at a time. We are inclusive and serve a variety of cultures, religions and communities. Each therapist approach is to meet the client where they are at in an open, non-judgmental, quality environment.
Here at Renewing Hope Family Counseling Center, Inc. we work with individuals dealing with everyday life stressors, individuals discovering their sense of identity, and with various discomforts such as depression, anxiety, relational, and family issues. Let us help improve the community one relationship at a time. We are inclusive and serve a variety of cultures, religions and communities. Each therapist approach is to meet the client where they are at in an open, non-judgmental, quality environment.
Talk Therapy Center
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MS
Verified Verified
Riverside, CA 92508
Talk Therapy Center was founded to provide client's craft therapy (rather than bargain basement/hand out worksheets therapy). Our employees are required to have reasonable caseloads and take insurance, even if they are specialists in their fields. We take pride in creating an office environment that is both comfortable for our clients as well as our therapists. We have over 30 therapists listed on our website ready to help you with your issues.
Talk Therapy Center was founded to provide client's craft therapy (rather than bargain basement/hand out worksheets therapy). Our employees are required to have reasonable caseloads and take insurance, even if they are specialists in their fields. We take pride in creating an office environment that is both comfortable for our clients as well as our therapists. We have over 30 therapists listed on our website ready to help you with your issues.
Ashley Hutchinson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Riverside, CA 92508
If you want straight to the point, no bullshit, authentic, and kind, I am the therapist for you. I work with the military community, with trauma, addiction, and other stressors that are holding you back from feeling like you are getting the most out of life. People who enjoy working with me are those looking to dig deep, talk about hard topics, be lovingly challenged from time to time, who want to live their lives with emotional freedom, and do all of this in a nonjudgmental space. My patients know that I am not interested in telling you what to do, judging, or coaching you how to live your life.
If you want straight to the point, no bullshit, authentic, and kind, I am the therapist for you. I work with the military community, with trauma, addiction, and other stressors that are holding you back from feeling like you are getting the most out of life. People who enjoy working with me are those looking to dig deep, talk about hard topics, be lovingly challenged from time to time, who want to live their lives with emotional freedom, and do all of this in a nonjudgmental space. My patients know that I am not interested in telling you what to do, judging, or coaching you how to live your life.
Online Therapists
Beatrix Wagner
CHT
Verified Verified
Beverly Hills, CA 90212
Areas of Hypnotherapy and Life Coaching include: Addictions, Success & Goal Achievement, Emotional Balancing, Relationships, Fears & Phobias, Self-Confidence/Self-Esteem/Self-Love, Insomnia, Smoking Cessation, Body Image, Weight Management, Stress, Anxiety & Panic Attacks, Personal Breakthroughs.
While 'regular therapy' focuses on the past and the emotional wounds that come with it, coaching focuses on goal setting and taking action, understanding our present and finding ways to create a brighter future. It's about changing old habits, developing new ones, embracing change and moving with ease towards a more fulfilling life. Hypnosis is a relaxed state, where the mind is more receptive to certain ideas. Combining life coaching with hypnotherapy brings about the most positive changes, engaging both, the conscious and subconscious minds, empowering people to achieve lasting results and enhanced mental / emotional attitudes.
Areas of Hypnotherapy and Life Coaching include: Addictions, Success & Goal Achievement, Emotional Balancing, Relationships, Fears & Phobias, Self-Confidence/Self-Esteem/Self-Love, Insomnia, Smoking Cessation, Body Image, Weight Management, Stress, Anxiety & Panic Attacks, Personal Breakthroughs.
While 'regular therapy' focuses on the past and the emotional wounds that come with it, coaching focuses on goal setting and taking action, understanding our present and finding ways to create a brighter future. It's about changing old habits, developing new ones, embracing change and moving with ease towards a more fulfilling life. Hypnosis is a relaxed state, where the mind is more receptive to certain ideas. Combining life coaching with hypnotherapy brings about the most positive changes, engaging both, the conscious and subconscious minds, empowering people to achieve lasting results and enhanced mental / emotional attitudes.
Mina Khanaman - Life Coach | Certified Hypnotherapist
CCHt
Verified Verified
Woodland Hills, CA 91364
In order to fine liberation, in regard to any particular issue you are currently experiencing, one must bridge and synchronize the subconscious mind to the conscious mind, and that's where Hypnotherapy can be a highly effective tool. Mina's approach is to hold a loving space for you, while helping you reach a place of deep knowing, so that you can recognize the blockages that are buried inside your subconscious mind, move them through your analytical filter, release, rewrite, and create a bridge, where you can harmonize your subconscious programming, with your conscious decision. Once the bridge is built, liberation is experienced.
In order to fine liberation, in regard to any particular issue you are currently experiencing, one must bridge and synchronize the subconscious mind to the conscious mind, and that's where Hypnotherapy can be a highly effective tool. Mina's approach is to hold a loving space for you, while helping you reach a place of deep knowing, so that you can recognize the blockages that are buried inside your subconscious mind, move them through your analytical filter, release, rewrite, and create a bridge, where you can harmonize your subconscious programming, with your conscious decision. Once the bridge is built, liberation is experienced.
Rancho Mirage Hypnotherapy
MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
As certified Past-Life Regression therapist I use hypnotherapy In my practice with great success.
Wolkig with all age groups, I offer my years of experience in helping clients achieve life enhancing changes. The hypnotic state allows a person to be more open to suggestion. So-called "POSTHYPNOTIC SUGGESTIONS" may improve treatments for many conditions, including: phobias, fears, anxiety, sleep disorder, PTSD, grief and loss. Hypnotherapy can help changing a person's behavior, such as smoking, biting nails, alcohol & drug addiction, obesity, low self esteem and relationship problems. Furthermore, hypnotherapy is particularly useful in treating pain and preparing for surgery. Hypnotherapy proves to be an excellent tool to enhance sport specific skills in golf, tennis, football, baseball and others.
As certified Past-Life Regression therapist I use hypnotherapy In my practice with great success.
Wolkig with all age groups, I offer my years of experience in helping clients achieve life enhancing changes. The hypnotic state allows a person to be more open to suggestion. So-called "POSTHYPNOTIC SUGGESTIONS" may improve treatments for many conditions, including: phobias, fears, anxiety, sleep disorder, PTSD, grief and loss. Hypnotherapy can help changing a person's behavior, such as smoking, biting nails, alcohol & drug addiction, obesity, low self esteem and relationship problems. Furthermore, hypnotherapy is particularly useful in treating pain and preparing for surgery. Hypnotherapy proves to be an excellent tool to enhance sport specific skills in golf, tennis, football, baseball and others.
Jessica Dawn Russell
CHT, CCht, NBC-HWC, BA psy, Coach, Health, CBIT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Beverly Hills, CA 90212
I am the founder of both The Hypnotherapy Centers and The HTC Therapy Group. My clients are primarily adults and seniors, yet I work with teens. I have very comfortable and safe offices in Encino, Beverly Hills, & West Los Angeles. I also work remote. I have strong experience working with anxiety, depression, complex circumstances &mental health disorders, including medical, pain and health issues involving nervous, autoimmune, and specific uncommon illness management, addiction, &smoking. I offer strong interactive rapport. My client base involves professionals, entertainment & sports as well as clients in need of creative hours.
I am the founder of both The Hypnotherapy Centers and The HTC Therapy Group. My clients are primarily adults and seniors, yet I work with teens. I have very comfortable and safe offices in Encino, Beverly Hills, & West Los Angeles. I also work remote. I have strong experience working with anxiety, depression, complex circumstances &mental health disorders, including medical, pain and health issues involving nervous, autoimmune, and specific uncommon illness management, addiction, &smoking. I offer strong interactive rapport. My client base involves professionals, entertainment & sports as well as clients in need of creative hours.
Jordan Wolan Hypnosis
CHT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90039
I work with clients who are open-minded and motivated to harness the power of their subconscious mind for positive change. You may be struggling with issues such as anxiety, phobias, chronic pain, or habits you wish to break. Hypnotherapy is a rapid and effective tool for transformation. I create a safe and supportive environment where you can delve into your subconscious beliefs and patterns. Your goals may include personal growth, healing, and empowerment. I would love to help you overcome obstacles that have hindered your progress to help you unlock your full potential.
I work with clients who are open-minded and motivated to harness the power of their subconscious mind for positive change. You may be struggling with issues such as anxiety, phobias, chronic pain, or habits you wish to break. Hypnotherapy is a rapid and effective tool for transformation. I create a safe and supportive environment where you can delve into your subconscious beliefs and patterns. Your goals may include personal growth, healing, and empowerment. I would love to help you overcome obstacles that have hindered your progress to help you unlock your full potential.
Don M Goodman Inc
Psychologist, PhD, CCHt, CDMHRS
Verified Verified
Santa Monica, CA 90402
I utilize not only CBT but biofeedback, hypnotherapy, heart rate variability as well as psychodynamic therapy and solution focused therapy.
I believe anxiety and stress to be the foundation of many issues we all face. My first goal is to help my patients reduce stress thereby decreasing chronic pain, depression and even the ravages of disease and illness. By developing rapport and trust and then utilizing healthy coping skills, the goal of anxiety reduction can be achieved. Its important to remember that we are engaged in a collaborative process where we learn to accept, resolve, move on and let go. I find that mindfulness, meditation and breathing is highly effective in decreasing anxiety and depression.
I utilize not only CBT but biofeedback, hypnotherapy, heart rate variability as well as psychodynamic therapy and solution focused therapy.
I believe anxiety and stress to be the foundation of many issues we all face. My first goal is to help my patients reduce stress thereby decreasing chronic pain, depression and even the ravages of disease and illness. By developing rapport and trust and then utilizing healthy coping skills, the goal of anxiety reduction can be achieved. Its important to remember that we are engaged in a collaborative process where we learn to accept, resolve, move on and let go. I find that mindfulness, meditation and breathing is highly effective in decreasing anxiety and depression.
At Home Ketamine Assisted Therapy (Instant Insurance Verification)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MD, PhD
Verified Verified
Santa Monica, CA 90403
Integrative & Immersive Psychotherapy approach utilizing Psychedelic, EMDR, Transpersonal, Existential, Humanistic, Trauma, Relational & Integrative Therapies, Clinical Hypnotherapy, Somatic & Intuitive Therapy, EFT, Energy Psychology, ACT, IFS, DBT, MCBT & Life Coaching.
Feya Health is a woman-owned, Psychedelic Assisted Psychotherapy group practice, featured on MTV. Our Integrative approach helps clients address their self-destructive patterns by getting to the core and root of their issues. The result is a drastic reduction in the initial presenting symptoms over a short period of time. We offer a comprehensive, integrative & customizable approach to the Ketamine & Oxytocin Therapy Process and specialize in EMDR, PTSD, CPTSD, human optimization and Pharmaceutical Medication withdrawal.
Integrative & Immersive Psychotherapy approach utilizing Psychedelic, EMDR, Transpersonal, Existential, Humanistic, Trauma, Relational & Integrative Therapies, Clinical Hypnotherapy, Somatic & Intuitive Therapy, EFT, Energy Psychology, ACT, IFS, DBT, MCBT & Life Coaching.
Feya Health is a woman-owned, Psychedelic Assisted Psychotherapy group practice, featured on MTV. Our Integrative approach helps clients address their self-destructive patterns by getting to the core and root of their issues. The result is a drastic reduction in the initial presenting symptoms over a short period of time. We offer a comprehensive, integrative & customizable approach to the Ketamine & Oxytocin Therapy Process and specialize in EMDR, PTSD, CPTSD, human optimization and Pharmaceutical Medication withdrawal.
Deborah Cooper
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LCMFT, -
Verified Verified
Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
I've taught college courses in psychology, communication and hypnotherapy.
If you have you been upset about your life or relationship, you just may feel better sooner than you ever thought you would. I can help you reduce the emotional pain while increasing your confidence at the same time. I have been referred to as a "no-holds-barred life changer." I use Psychotherapy, Hypnotherapy and EFT as tools to speed up your growth process. When you walk in my office you are a person not just one of my clients. We will find out what your specific needs are and then match the best treatment for you. www.drdeborahcooper.com
I've taught college courses in psychology, communication and hypnotherapy.
If you have you been upset about your life or relationship, you just may feel better sooner than you ever thought you would. I can help you reduce the emotional pain while increasing your confidence at the same time. I have been referred to as a "no-holds-barred life changer." I use Psychotherapy, Hypnotherapy and EFT as tools to speed up your growth process. When you walk in my office you are a person not just one of my clients. We will find out what your specific needs are and then match the best treatment for you. www.drdeborahcooper.com
Heidi McGann Intuitive Healing Services
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92108
Waitlist for new clients
Hi, I'm Heidi. I believe in approaching healing from an integrative and holistic lens (mental, emotional, physical, energetic, and spiritual). I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, a certified Hypnotherapist, a certified Life Coach and a Master Practitioner of Energy Medicine. I utilize a person centered approach and I have training in hypnotherapy, energy psychology, mindfulness, somatic therapy and Rapid Resolution Therapy. I integrate techniques and tools that allow for deeper level processing and shifting in order to clear old wounds and traumas that are holding clients back from living the lives they want.
Hi, I'm Heidi. I believe in approaching healing from an integrative and holistic lens (mental, emotional, physical, energetic, and spiritual). I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, a certified Hypnotherapist, a certified Life Coach and a Master Practitioner of Energy Medicine. I utilize a person centered approach and I have training in hypnotherapy, energy psychology, mindfulness, somatic therapy and Rapid Resolution Therapy. I integrate techniques and tools that allow for deeper level processing and shifting in order to clear old wounds and traumas that are holding clients back from living the lives they want.
Ronit Farzam
Psychologist, PhD, MFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90025
I am trained in EMDR, IFS, Hypnotherapy, TFCBT and EFT.
I understand that therapy demands your time, money, and energy and I genuinely value your investment. I believe in maximizing your time in therapy and collaborate with you in clarifying and establishing your goals from the beginning in order to utilize every session to get you one step closer to where you want to be in your life. I consider myself an interactive therapist. I engage with my clients by coaching them to align their thoughts, feelings, and actions in order to understand themselves better and move forward to enjoy the changes they wish to see in their lives.
I am trained in EMDR, IFS, Hypnotherapy, TFCBT and EFT.
I understand that therapy demands your time, money, and energy and I genuinely value your investment. I believe in maximizing your time in therapy and collaborate with you in clarifying and establishing your goals from the beginning in order to utilize every session to get you one step closer to where you want to be in your life. I consider myself an interactive therapist. I engage with my clients by coaching them to align their thoughts, feelings, and actions in order to understand themselves better and move forward to enjoy the changes they wish to see in their lives.
Laura Fuller
MA, CHT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90027
I work through Somatic Experiencing, therapeutic touch, hypnotherapy & breathwork.
I have worked with people through their bodies, minds, and souls for more than 25 years. My focus is in Depth-Somatic work. Depth Psychology looks at what is going on deeper than thoughts and behaviors. Somatic Psychology brings respect for what the body has experienced, and for its wisdom. Somatic and Depth together reclaim psychology from behavioralism—-restoring a reverence for the soul. I work in a way that is gentle and deeply respectful. Together, we will listen for what is asking to heal and use modalities that support the body, brain, nervous system, heart, and soul to come into the present moment, balance, and strength.
I work through Somatic Experiencing, therapeutic touch, hypnotherapy & breathwork.
I have worked with people through their bodies, minds, and souls for more than 25 years. My focus is in Depth-Somatic work. Depth Psychology looks at what is going on deeper than thoughts and behaviors. Somatic Psychology brings respect for what the body has experienced, and for its wisdom. Somatic and Depth together reclaim psychology from behavioralism—-restoring a reverence for the soul. I work in a way that is gentle and deeply respectful. Together, we will listen for what is asking to heal and use modalities that support the body, brain, nervous system, heart, and soul to come into the present moment, balance, and strength.
Carol Ann Francis
Psychologist, PsyD, MA, MFTT, CHT
Verified Verified
Torrance, CA 90503
Adult-life circumstance therapy:3105431824;
Hypnotherapy- habit changes, self-exploration, reduction of trauma anxieties, sadnesses, & angers.
Relief from anxiety, depression, fears or angers gives you room to live your life fully. Self-improvement (your mind, body, self-esteem, capacity for satisfying/exciting relationships and powerful career advances) can move you leaps and bounds toward a richer, lively life. Eliminating habits (smoking, over-eating, lack of exercise, substances, etc) frees you to be you. Creating new paths after divorce, death, traumatic disruptions, leads toward a self-directed future. Through many different therapeutic approaches--well researched and tested-- you can attain your goals & dreams for your fuller, peaceful life. www.drcarolfrancis.com or call 310-543-1824.
Adult-life circumstance therapy:3105431824;
Hypnotherapy- habit changes, self-exploration, reduction of trauma anxieties, sadnesses, & angers.
Relief from anxiety, depression, fears or angers gives you room to live your life fully. Self-improvement (your mind, body, self-esteem, capacity for satisfying/exciting relationships and powerful career advances) can move you leaps and bounds toward a richer, lively life. Eliminating habits (smoking, over-eating, lack of exercise, substances, etc) frees you to be you. Creating new paths after divorce, death, traumatic disruptions, leads toward a self-directed future. Through many different therapeutic approaches--well researched and tested-- you can attain your goals & dreams for your fuller, peaceful life. www.drcarolfrancis.com or call 310-543-1824.
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HypnoTherapy
How does hypnotherapy work?
Hypnotherapy works by using guided hypnosis to help you reach a state of focus and concentration through mental imagery and soothing verbal repetition. The state is somewhat like being absorbed in a book, a movie, or your own thoughts. You are not under a therapist’s “control,” but they can help you relax and turn your attention inward to discover the resources to achieve behavior change or better manage psychological concerns. Therapy sessions may involve guiding you through recognizing a problem, releasing problematic thoughts about it, and considering and accepting more productive alternatives before returning to normal awareness. Hypnotherapy is typically used by a therapist along with traditional forms of talk therapy. Eventually, your therapist can help you learn hypnotherapy techniques yourself so you can establish a stronger sense of control on your own in stressful or challenging moments.
Is hypnotherapy the same as hypnosis?
Hypnotherapy, which is sometimes called hypnotic suggestion, is a therapeutic technique in which a therapist uses hypnosis to help patients. It is not the kind of hypnosis portrayed in stage shows, or in movies or on television. You will not be unconscious or asleep during hypnotherapy, you will not lose control of yourself, your thoughts, or your free will, and you will be able to fully recall your experience. And while you will hear your therapist’s suggestions, it is always up to you to decide whether to act on them. Hypnosis by a trained mental-health professional is not a form of mind control, which is impossible to achieve anyway.
Can everyone be hypnotized?
The most common challenge of hypnotherapy is that as many as one in four people cannot be hypnotized. Brain imaging has confirmed differences in patterns of brain connectivity between those who respond to hypnotism and those who do not. Other people who could potentially be hypnotized may not respond to the technique because of their skepticism or resistance to entering a hypnotic state. If a therapist’s “post-hypnotic suggestion” is effective, it’s because they are suggesting something you want to achieve.
Does hypnotherapy work?
Through hypnotherapy, you can achieve changes that are real and sustainable. Like other talk therapy techniques, when hypnotherapy succeeds, it’s a case of mind over matter. Effective hypnotherapy involves self-healing because you access resources you need to change inside of yourself and learn how to tap into them whenever you need. Hypnotherapy has been shown to be an effective therapy for anxiety, phobias, stress, panic attacks, post-traumatic stress disorder, sexual dysfunction, and undesirable behaviors like smoking. It can be used to help improve sleep or to address relationship challenges, and to aid with pain management, digestive disorders, skin conditions, and the gastrointestinal side effects of pregnancy or chemotherapy.