Hypnotherapists in Concord, CA
![Photo of Jan Amber Steward-Davis, MA, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4a511cbc-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
I use various modalities to help you find yourself through Psychodynamic Self Psychology, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Hypnotherapy, EFT, Active Listening in Communication & Relational Skills Building, Family Systems, & Relaxation Skills.
I have over 25 years working with clients, who struggle with chemical dependency, codependency, depression, anxiety, anger, dysfunctional relationships, marital discord, family of origin issues, internet porn, pervasive negative patterns & phase of life problems. I work as an empathic guide by meeting you were you are, listening to your story, & creating attainable goals that fit into your life. I work with adults on an individual basis & provide couples counseling. When appropriate I like to invite family member(s) as a supportive means.
I use various modalities to help you find yourself through Psychodynamic Self Psychology, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Hypnotherapy, EFT, Active Listening in Communication & Relational Skills Building, Family Systems, & Relaxation Skills.
I have over 25 years working with clients, who struggle with chemical dependency, codependency, depression, anxiety, anger, dysfunctional relationships, marital discord, family of origin issues, internet porn, pervasive negative patterns & phase of life problems. I work as an empathic guide by meeting you were you are, listening to your story, & creating attainable goals that fit into your life. I work with adults on an individual basis & provide couples counseling. When appropriate I like to invite family member(s) as a supportive means.
![Photo of Larry Yavorsky - Larry Yavorsky Therapy & Relationship Enhancement, LMFT, RN, MA, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/426930c9-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/4/320x400.jpeg)
Larry Yavorsky Therapy & Relationship Enhancement
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, RN, MA
Verified Verified
Concord, CA 94520
Including: mindfulness training, hypnotherapy, cognitive-behavioral, gestalt, somatic, transpersonal and approaches for exploring developmental patterns, & emotional triggers.
You can be happier, healthier & find life more fulfilling, by engaging in therapy with Larry Yavorsky. I am LMFT and RN with 40 years of experience in the areas of enhancing individual, sexual, and relationship health and satisfaction. I invite you to call me at (510) 401-3935 for free phone consultation. My passion is to help clients explore and understand themselves, to become free of troubling symptoms and of relationship distress. Using methods which promote emotional, mental, and physical awareness and health, I have had success in treating a wide range of issues such as depression, anxiety,PTSD, relationship/sexual distress.
Including: mindfulness training, hypnotherapy, cognitive-behavioral, gestalt, somatic, transpersonal and approaches for exploring developmental patterns, & emotional triggers.
You can be happier, healthier & find life more fulfilling, by engaging in therapy with Larry Yavorsky. I am LMFT and RN with 40 years of experience in the areas of enhancing individual, sexual, and relationship health and satisfaction. I invite you to call me at (510) 401-3935 for free phone consultation. My passion is to help clients explore and understand themselves, to become free of troubling symptoms and of relationship distress. Using methods which promote emotional, mental, and physical awareness and health, I have had success in treating a wide range of issues such as depression, anxiety,PTSD, relationship/sexual distress.
![Photo of Kathleen E Sims, CHT, CRC, Pastoral Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3eb9ba3e-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
I am Certified in over 20 modalities such as Brainspotting, Hypnotherapy, Eye Movement Therapy, Emotional Freedom Technique, and many others.
I assist clients in healing their mind, emotions & history - creating permanent change - which clears the way so they can Live the Life for which their heart yearns. I specialize in Conscious Love Relationships that can last a lifetime. Along with Creating a Life of Meaning and Purpose, I have developed very powerful, permanent Change Processes and Coaching Tools - which can also help with self-esteem issues, anxiety, stress, panic, and PTSD. My sessions range from 75 minutes to 2 hours. Feel free to call 925 914-0098 for a Complimentary 30-minute consultation.
I am Certified in over 20 modalities such as Brainspotting, Hypnotherapy, Eye Movement Therapy, Emotional Freedom Technique, and many others.
I assist clients in healing their mind, emotions & history - creating permanent change - which clears the way so they can Live the Life for which their heart yearns. I specialize in Conscious Love Relationships that can last a lifetime. Along with Creating a Life of Meaning and Purpose, I have developed very powerful, permanent Change Processes and Coaching Tools - which can also help with self-esteem issues, anxiety, stress, panic, and PTSD. My sessions range from 75 minutes to 2 hours. Feel free to call 925 914-0098 for a Complimentary 30-minute consultation.
![Photo of Frances (Mikki) Broughton, BA, MA, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3b744160-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/4/320x400.jpeg)
Frances (Mikki) Broughton
Marriage & Family Therapist, BA, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Concord, CA 94518
I am here! What are you needing and how can I help? I believe that crisis equals opportunity. A crisis that brings someone to therapy can be a pathway to growth and new ways of being, seeing and believing which makes you feel better. With an environment of safety and compassion, an individual has the opportunity to heal almost any wounding whether it happened in childhood or adult life if that is their goal.
I love my work, have been doing it for over 30 yrs and have no plans to stop. It gives my life meaning and makes my heart sing.
I am here! What are you needing and how can I help? I believe that crisis equals opportunity. A crisis that brings someone to therapy can be a pathway to growth and new ways of being, seeing and believing which makes you feel better. With an environment of safety and compassion, an individual has the opportunity to heal almost any wounding whether it happened in childhood or adult life if that is their goal.
I love my work, have been doing it for over 30 yrs and have no plans to stop. It gives my life meaning and makes my heart sing.
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Choosing a therapist from all of these pictures may seem overwhelming. Well, look no further, because I can help you. I offer individuals and couples a safe, non-judgmental environment where we can work together to reduce your anxiety, heal old wounds, strengthen your relationship, help in life transitions, or reduce disruptive behaviors or addictions that are getting in the way of you being your true self. Individual and group therapy options available (discreet group therapy offered for sensitive topics ). Please contact me, and we will make an individual plan for you to get started making your tomorrow a little brighter.
Choosing a therapist from all of these pictures may seem overwhelming. Well, look no further, because I can help you. I offer individuals and couples a safe, non-judgmental environment where we can work together to reduce your anxiety, heal old wounds, strengthen your relationship, help in life transitions, or reduce disruptive behaviors or addictions that are getting in the way of you being your true self. Individual and group therapy options available (discreet group therapy offered for sensitive topics ). Please contact me, and we will make an individual plan for you to get started making your tomorrow a little brighter.
![Photo of Scott David Alexander, MA, MFT, MFA, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/42abcdef-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
You might want to: free yourself; move on; get better; grow; clarify; solve the problem; build skills; change the narrative; fight for what you believe; feel alive; be confident; know what you want; take chances; firm your resolve; strengthen resiliency; say what you mean; set boundaries; take responsibility; be flexible; find a way; accept yourself; establish a rhythm; lead with the breath; connect with others; refuse to apologize for what you want; allow love; integrate; be still; deepen; and leave meaning to come together on its own.
You might want to: free yourself; move on; get better; grow; clarify; solve the problem; build skills; change the narrative; fight for what you believe; feel alive; be confident; know what you want; take chances; firm your resolve; strengthen resiliency; say what you mean; set boundaries; take responsibility; be flexible; find a way; accept yourself; establish a rhythm; lead with the breath; connect with others; refuse to apologize for what you want; allow love; integrate; be still; deepen; and leave meaning to come together on its own.
![Photo of Katherine Jewett, MA, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/42c0c9c4-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Katherine Jewett
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Concord, CA 94520
What if?. . . . What if you didn’t have to feel as though you had to hold all of those balls in the air by yourself? . . . .What if those stomach dropping, throat clenching, heart racing thoughts didn’t have to keep you up at night?. . . . What if you could figure out how to manage those difficult emotions rather than feel overwhelmed by them? What if your history didn’t have to equal your future story? I’ve got you covered! I'll help you to understand how your past got you to this place and how to use that information to connect the dots, figure things out, and design a new and better story going forward.
What if?. . . . What if you didn’t have to feel as though you had to hold all of those balls in the air by yourself? . . . .What if those stomach dropping, throat clenching, heart racing thoughts didn’t have to keep you up at night?. . . . What if you could figure out how to manage those difficult emotions rather than feel overwhelmed by them? What if your history didn’t have to equal your future story? I’ve got you covered! I'll help you to understand how your past got you to this place and how to use that information to connect the dots, figure things out, and design a new and better story going forward.
![Photo of Gwynne Gilson, MFT, SEP, OICC, MBA, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3b2788b3-41e1-46c6-b9d8-d113b190dfa9/1/320x400.jpeg)
Gwynne Gilson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, SEP, OICC, MBA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Concord, CA 94520 (Online Only)
It's been too long since you felt peaceful, present, and comfortable-if ever. Your brain is always going–worried about the future, criticizing yourself about the past, & hyper-sensitive about what people think of you. Your thoughts affect your body, too, with tension in your muscles, uneasiness in your gut, and a heartbeat that revs up at the drop of a hat. You can barely remember what it's like to be relaxed; just getting through the day takes work, and sleep is a nightly struggle. It's impacting your health, work, parenting, and relationships. It's hard not to feel hopeless. You're looking for somewhere to turn.
It's been too long since you felt peaceful, present, and comfortable-if ever. Your brain is always going–worried about the future, criticizing yourself about the past, & hyper-sensitive about what people think of you. Your thoughts affect your body, too, with tension in your muscles, uneasiness in your gut, and a heartbeat that revs up at the drop of a hat. You can barely remember what it's like to be relaxed; just getting through the day takes work, and sleep is a nightly struggle. It's impacting your health, work, parenting, and relationships. It's hard not to feel hopeless. You're looking for somewhere to turn.
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Including hypnotherapy to the practice has added a new dimension to treatment.
I have been in practice 40 yearsOver time, my work has expanded from exclusive focus on treating adult children of alcoholics, to include- eating disorders, families of bipolar patients, academic underachievement, depression/ anxiety, trauma, and grief. Often these issues are interrelated, and sometimes the singular matter. Women-in-transition groups have also been a mainstay of my practice. Recently, I included hypnotherapy to deepen the experience where appropriate. As the practice continues to grow, I'm reminded daily that it is my life's privilege to work with families and individuals, helping in the growth and healing process.
Including hypnotherapy to the practice has added a new dimension to treatment.
I have been in practice 40 yearsOver time, my work has expanded from exclusive focus on treating adult children of alcoholics, to include- eating disorders, families of bipolar patients, academic underachievement, depression/ anxiety, trauma, and grief. Often these issues are interrelated, and sometimes the singular matter. Women-in-transition groups have also been a mainstay of my practice. Recently, I included hypnotherapy to deepen the experience where appropriate. As the practice continues to grow, I'm reminded daily that it is my life's privilege to work with families and individuals, helping in the growth and healing process.
![Photo of Rosario A. Carbajal, MA, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4b778040-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
I am proficient in Spanish and certified in hypnotherapy, Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), and Gestalt therapy -the empty chair.
Relationships can be frustrating and challenging among couples, family members, and friends. Disappointments can lead to anger, resentment, and stressful disconnections. I can help you resolve these issues through the use of treatment modalities, feedback, communications, and coping skills. Working with me, you can learn to communicate effectively, identify roles and behaviors, and understand one another.
I am proficient in Spanish and certified in hypnotherapy, Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), and Gestalt therapy -the empty chair.
Relationships can be frustrating and challenging among couples, family members, and friends. Disappointments can lead to anger, resentment, and stressful disconnections. I can help you resolve these issues through the use of treatment modalities, feedback, communications, and coping skills. Working with me, you can learn to communicate effectively, identify roles and behaviors, and understand one another.
![Photo of Cindy A Mayne, APCC, NCAC, NAADAC, CHT, Pre-Licensed Professional](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/5008070c-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/4/320x400.jpeg)
Cindy A Mayne
Pre-Licensed Professional, APCC, NCAC, NAADAC, CHT
Verified Verified
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
I specialize in using hypnotherapy to help with addictions.
Having issues with anxiety, sleep, weight loss or addictions? I am a clinical hypnotherapist and can help with many issues. With the help of therapy, and hypnosis, many issues can be alleviated quickly.
I specialize in using hypnotherapy to help with addictions.
Having issues with anxiety, sleep, weight loss or addictions? I am a clinical hypnotherapist and can help with many issues. With the help of therapy, and hypnosis, many issues can be alleviated quickly.
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Lastly, I specialize in Hypnotherapy, and I use hypnosis to treat a variety of Psychological symptoms and to help reduce distressing habits.
Are you struggling with depression, low self-confidence, or anxiety? Are you having difficulties in your relationships or at work? Are you finding it hard to cope with a loss, life transition, or illness? I have brought warmth, knowledge, and compassion to my work with individuals & couples for over 30 years as a Psychologist. My approach to psychotherapy is to create a safe environment through listening and empathy that will enable you to talk about patterns in your life that are causing you distress. My goal is to help you achieve greater life satisfaction, healthier relationships & new sources of self worth.
Lastly, I specialize in Hypnotherapy, and I use hypnosis to treat a variety of Psychological symptoms and to help reduce distressing habits.
Are you struggling with depression, low self-confidence, or anxiety? Are you having difficulties in your relationships or at work? Are you finding it hard to cope with a loss, life transition, or illness? I have brought warmth, knowledge, and compassion to my work with individuals & couples for over 30 years as a Psychologist. My approach to psychotherapy is to create a safe environment through listening and empathy that will enable you to talk about patterns in your life that are causing you distress. My goal is to help you achieve greater life satisfaction, healthier relationships & new sources of self worth.
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Daley Wellness Group | Dr. Luz Daley
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Walnut Creek, CA 94596 (Online Only)
We practice from an integrated approach to wellness. We combine psychology with hypnotherapy, dreamwork and spirituality. The goal is to tap into the wisdom and healing powers that reside just below conscious awareness. The emergence of self-compassion, self-love and forgiveness builds the foundation that supports transformational healing. We trust each person is the expert in their own life and each person holds the answer they are seeking. Our role is to help those with whom we work to uncover the wisdom and resources they possess.
We practice from an integrated approach to wellness. We combine psychology with hypnotherapy, dreamwork and spirituality. The goal is to tap into the wisdom and healing powers that reside just below conscious awareness. The emergence of self-compassion, self-love and forgiveness builds the foundation that supports transformational healing. We trust each person is the expert in their own life and each person holds the answer they are seeking. Our role is to help those with whom we work to uncover the wisdom and resources they possess.
![Photo of Saadia Faouzi, MFT, MA, PhD, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/19a62f22-0412-4660-9c15-0e215123c994/2/320x400.png)
Using tools such as EMDR, CBT, DBT, and Hypnotherapy, I will work with you to redeem your authentic self! I provide therapy in French and English I provide telehealth using a HIPPA compliant platform.
Are you unhappy? Do you feel less and less motivated and it's getting hard for you to be yourself fully? Are you anxious? Depressed? Angry? Do you feel misunderstood and blamed? Are you overwhelmed? Do you feel lost and you don't know what to do? My therapy services can help you. Using therapy tools that work, I will help you overcome the road blocks that are on the way to your true self and to your happiness. My therapy services are client centered, individualized and strength based. Most importantly, they are tailored to meet your values and cultural needs.
Using tools such as EMDR, CBT, DBT, and Hypnotherapy, I will work with you to redeem your authentic self! I provide therapy in French and English I provide telehealth using a HIPPA compliant platform.
Are you unhappy? Do you feel less and less motivated and it's getting hard for you to be yourself fully? Are you anxious? Depressed? Angry? Do you feel misunderstood and blamed? Are you overwhelmed? Do you feel lost and you don't know what to do? My therapy services can help you. Using therapy tools that work, I will help you overcome the road blocks that are on the way to your true self and to your happiness. My therapy services are client centered, individualized and strength based. Most importantly, they are tailored to meet your values and cultural needs.
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Norval J. Hickman III
Psychologist, PhD, MPH
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94595
Waitlist for new clients
My approach to therapy integrates evidence-based practices grounded in the psychological literature. I have experience working with adolescents and adults to reduce or eliminate: anxiety, stress, and anger issues; depressive and bipolar mood symptom management; relationship, work, and school issues; problems with rumination and repetitive behaviors, and substance use problems. The structure of sessions varies based on a client's needs and can focus on: processing life events, understanding past and current issues, moving through difficult emotions, or learning skills for sustained behavior change and improved emotional processing.
My approach to therapy integrates evidence-based practices grounded in the psychological literature. I have experience working with adolescents and adults to reduce or eliminate: anxiety, stress, and anger issues; depressive and bipolar mood symptom management; relationship, work, and school issues; problems with rumination and repetitive behaviors, and substance use problems. The structure of sessions varies based on a client's needs and can focus on: processing life events, understanding past and current issues, moving through difficult emotions, or learning skills for sustained behavior change and improved emotional processing.
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I provide compassionate therapy tailored to your particular needs. Together we would set goals and work to bring the needed changes into your life. I am not dedicated to a single particular theory or technique, but will use whatever works best for you. Often traditional talk therapy is most effective, but I have also successfully used cognitive/behavioral therapy, dream analysis, writing, art therapy, meditation, sand trays, group therapy, experiential therapy, and guided imagery. I also work to help you explore and strengthen your higher values and whatever you find most meaningful in your life.
I provide compassionate therapy tailored to your particular needs. Together we would set goals and work to bring the needed changes into your life. I am not dedicated to a single particular theory or technique, but will use whatever works best for you. Often traditional talk therapy is most effective, but I have also successfully used cognitive/behavioral therapy, dream analysis, writing, art therapy, meditation, sand trays, group therapy, experiential therapy, and guided imagery. I also work to help you explore and strengthen your higher values and whatever you find most meaningful in your life.
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WELCOME BEAUTIFUL! If you haven't already, please take this present moment to tune in to your innate wisdom, to see if I might be the inner-guide you've been looking for. As a modern-day healer and spiritual guide, I compassionately and mindfully guide you to feel, experience, hear, trust and embody your wisest inner guidance, around some of the most important decisions and relationships in you life. Together, we will welcome very part of your light and dark, the spoken and unspoken, the named and unnamed, the tamed and untamed--and discover pathways to connect with the intelligence, wisdom & medicine, they all have to offer.
WELCOME BEAUTIFUL! If you haven't already, please take this present moment to tune in to your innate wisdom, to see if I might be the inner-guide you've been looking for. As a modern-day healer and spiritual guide, I compassionately and mindfully guide you to feel, experience, hear, trust and embody your wisest inner guidance, around some of the most important decisions and relationships in you life. Together, we will welcome very part of your light and dark, the spoken and unspoken, the named and unnamed, the tamed and untamed--and discover pathways to connect with the intelligence, wisdom & medicine, they all have to offer.
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Jacqueline Neuwirth
Pre-Licensed Professional, MFTT, PCC, MNLP
Verified Verified
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
People often come to me when they’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or at a crossroads in life. Whether navigating relationship issues, career changes, or personal challenges, they’re struggling with self-doubt and confusion. They want clarity, confidence, and purpose but also want more active solutions and guidance along with talking about what's going on. As a Holistic Therapist and Life Coach, with over 3500 hours of individual client sessions, our work together is very proactive, with lots of forward motion through actionable steps. I provide not just insight but also tangible strategies for change, with a mind, body, spirit style.
People often come to me when they’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or at a crossroads in life. Whether navigating relationship issues, career changes, or personal challenges, they’re struggling with self-doubt and confusion. They want clarity, confidence, and purpose but also want more active solutions and guidance along with talking about what's going on. As a Holistic Therapist and Life Coach, with over 3500 hours of individual client sessions, our work together is very proactive, with lots of forward motion through actionable steps. I provide not just insight but also tangible strategies for change, with a mind, body, spirit style.
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Julie Levin
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Pleasant Hill, CA 94523 (Online Only)
I help adults who were raised by immature, narcissistic, or highly critical parents heal the wound of never feeling good enough. When parents are emotionally unavailable or inconsistent, kids assume it's their fault. They try to be "better," to win love, approval, and that sense of belonging we all need. If that was you, you're probably still following the unspoken, unconscious rules you learned in your family: to be loved, you have to support and bolster the unconscious needs of insecure people. This leaves you in one sided relationships, exhausted and resentful.
I help adults who were raised by immature, narcissistic, or highly critical parents heal the wound of never feeling good enough. When parents are emotionally unavailable or inconsistent, kids assume it's their fault. They try to be "better," to win love, approval, and that sense of belonging we all need. If that was you, you're probably still following the unspoken, unconscious rules you learned in your family: to be loved, you have to support and bolster the unconscious needs of insecure people. This leaves you in one sided relationships, exhausted and resentful.
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MJ Klimenko, MFT, LPCC, CHT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPCC, CHT
Verified Verified
Walnut Creek, CA 94595
If you're "sick and tired of being sick and tired," feel empty, lonely, sad, wonder who you are, where you're going or other issues, I can help you as a teletherapist. Supportive psychotherapist, hypnotherapist and life coach, talking with you, not at you, respecting your inner wisdom and the choices you make. No problem is too big or too small. In private practice since 1990.There are no judgments just solutions. Learn who you are not who you're supposed to be. For twenty-six years I've been working with individuals, couples, relationship issues: finding one, changing one, saving one.
If you're "sick and tired of being sick and tired," feel empty, lonely, sad, wonder who you are, where you're going or other issues, I can help you as a teletherapist. Supportive psychotherapist, hypnotherapist and life coach, talking with you, not at you, respecting your inner wisdom and the choices you make. No problem is too big or too small. In private practice since 1990.There are no judgments just solutions. Learn who you are not who you're supposed to be. For twenty-six years I've been working with individuals, couples, relationship issues: finding one, changing one, saving one.
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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.