Hypnotherapists in Folsom, CA

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The Holistic Counseling Center, Kim Burris LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
Folsom, CA 95630
Life's too short to stay stuck in survival mode. If you're tired of feeling burdened by your past, battling anxiety, or stuck in an endless cycle of stress and overwhelm, I can help. Me and my team work with adults, teens, moms and couples, and specialize in humans struggling with: Anxiety, Depression, Postpartum (PPD/PPA), Trauma, Relationships, Self-Esteem, Stress, and Life Purpose. Modalities include: Internal Family Systems (IFS), Depth Therapy, Hypnotherapy, CBT, Somatic Therapy and Psychodynamic Therapy. We can help you unearth the root cause of your struggles, find relief from your pain, and start rebuilding your life.
Life's too short to stay stuck in survival mode. If you're tired of feeling burdened by your past, battling anxiety, or stuck in an endless cycle of stress and overwhelm, I can help. Me and my team work with adults, teens, moms and couples, and specialize in humans struggling with: Anxiety, Depression, Postpartum (PPD/PPA), Trauma, Relationships, Self-Esteem, Stress, and Life Purpose. Modalities include: Internal Family Systems (IFS), Depth Therapy, Hypnotherapy, CBT, Somatic Therapy and Psychodynamic Therapy. We can help you unearth the root cause of your struggles, find relief from your pain, and start rebuilding your life.
(916) 352-7565 View (916) 352-7565
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Ryannah Tannarome
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Folsom, CA 95630  (Online Only)
During our work together we will repattern emotional and behavioral habits and address underlying traumas through body based practices, mindfulness, hypnotherapy, and EMDR.
I am passionate about working with individuals struggling with anxiety, trauma, and relational dynamics in a holistic way. I believe that our past experiences, both positive and challenging, shape who we are. When those challenging patterns are stuck and hidden in the subconscious they can run our lives. My goal is to help clients explore their subconscious patterns and bring choice into the equation. I have a strong background supporting clients who have experienced trauma and struggle with anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges. I welcome teens, adults, and families in my practice.
During our work together we will repattern emotional and behavioral habits and address underlying traumas through body based practices, mindfulness, hypnotherapy, and EMDR.
I am passionate about working with individuals struggling with anxiety, trauma, and relational dynamics in a holistic way. I believe that our past experiences, both positive and challenging, shape who we are. When those challenging patterns are stuck and hidden in the subconscious they can run our lives. My goal is to help clients explore their subconscious patterns and bring choice into the equation. I have a strong background supporting clients who have experienced trauma and struggle with anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges. I welcome teens, adults, and families in my practice.
(530) 430-3872 View (530) 430-3872
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Dr. Jess' Mind Care Center
Psychologist, MS, PsyD
Verified Verified
Folsom, CA 95630
Dr. Jessica Rowe, Psy.D. is the founder of Dr. Jess' Mind Care Center in Northern California. Dr. Rowe is a doctor of psychology & she is a mental health expert and enthusiast who focuses on providing the most thorough evidence-based treatment practices & psychlegal assessments. She is a legal psychologist, consultant, & expert witness, and she works with defense & plaintiff attorneys & clients nationwide. She works in employment, personal injury, military, abuse, veteran, forensic, and civilian contractor cases. She also conducts peer reviews & participates in trials & depositions regularly.
Dr. Jessica Rowe, Psy.D. is the founder of Dr. Jess' Mind Care Center in Northern California. Dr. Rowe is a doctor of psychology & she is a mental health expert and enthusiast who focuses on providing the most thorough evidence-based treatment practices & psychlegal assessments. She is a legal psychologist, consultant, & expert witness, and she works with defense & plaintiff attorneys & clients nationwide. She works in employment, personal injury, military, abuse, veteran, forensic, and civilian contractor cases. She also conducts peer reviews & participates in trials & depositions regularly.
(916) 496-3850 View (916) 496-3850
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Kristin Clemens, Ph.D., ABPP
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Folsom, CA 95630  (Online Only)
My clients often come to me because they feel discouraged about resolving the challenges they are facing. Though troubling, depression, anxiety, conflict are often an invitation for us to take the time to focus inward, understand core issues underlying the symptoms, and learn more about our true needs. With this new awareness we may consciously choose new actions that help us develop a more fulfilling future. Through our work clients tell me they enjoy greater self esteem, more confidence that they can create what they want in their lives, and happier, healthier relationships with loved ones.
My clients often come to me because they feel discouraged about resolving the challenges they are facing. Though troubling, depression, anxiety, conflict are often an invitation for us to take the time to focus inward, understand core issues underlying the symptoms, and learn more about our true needs. With this new awareness we may consciously choose new actions that help us develop a more fulfilling future. Through our work clients tell me they enjoy greater self esteem, more confidence that they can create what they want in their lives, and happier, healthier relationships with loved ones.
(916) 414-9732 View (916) 414-9732
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Christine A. Volker
Psychologist, PhD, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Folsom, CA 95630
Dr. Volker has over 25 years of clinical experience and will provide a safe, warm and healing environment for you and your loved ones. I believe in collaborating with you to select treatment goals that bring health, happiness and success to your life. Therapy can help when you are feeling sad, empty or hopeless; experiencing anxiety; feeling irritable and annoyed; experiencing conflict in a relationship; experiencing intrusive or upsetting memories; grieving the loss of a loved one; repeating familiar unsuccessful patterns; or adjusting to a transition in your life.
Dr. Volker has over 25 years of clinical experience and will provide a safe, warm and healing environment for you and your loved ones. I believe in collaborating with you to select treatment goals that bring health, happiness and success to your life. Therapy can help when you are feeling sad, empty or hopeless; experiencing anxiety; feeling irritable and annoyed; experiencing conflict in a relationship; experiencing intrusive or upsetting memories; grieving the loss of a loved one; repeating familiar unsuccessful patterns; or adjusting to a transition in your life.
(916) 546-1178 View (916) 546-1178
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Ursula Lewis
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Folsom, CA 95762
Are you feeling disconnected from the important people in your life? Does your life feel overwhelming or out of control ? Are you worried about your marriage or relationship ? Do you feel overwhelmed with being a parent & wonder if you are doing a "good enough" job? Are you frustrated you can't kick certain compulsive or addictive habits? Are you still affected by past traumatic experiences ? I know this can feel tiring and overwhelming. Let me help. You don't have to feel like this any longer.
Are you feeling disconnected from the important people in your life? Does your life feel overwhelming or out of control ? Are you worried about your marriage or relationship ? Do you feel overwhelmed with being a parent & wonder if you are doing a "good enough" job? Are you frustrated you can't kick certain compulsive or addictive habits? Are you still affected by past traumatic experiences ? I know this can feel tiring and overwhelming. Let me help. You don't have to feel like this any longer.
(530) 303-7013 View (530) 303-7013
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Jonathan Venn
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Folsom, CA 95630  (Online Only)
Dr. Venn has been providing psychological services since 1971. He was a military officer, served on the staff of a Fortune 500 Corporation, served on the staffs or faculties of seven universities, was employed by three State agencies, owned his own practice for 23 years, held a variety of State and federal contracts, and retired from two State governments. He is licensed to practice Psychology in four States and is board-certified by ABPP in clinical psychology and forensic psychology. He has treated thousands of patients. His book, Crime and Psychology: Foundations of Forensic Practice, was published by Routledge in 2024.
Dr. Venn has been providing psychological services since 1971. He was a military officer, served on the staff of a Fortune 500 Corporation, served on the staffs or faculties of seven universities, was employed by three State agencies, owned his own practice for 23 years, held a variety of State and federal contracts, and retired from two State governments. He is licensed to practice Psychology in four States and is board-certified by ABPP in clinical psychology and forensic psychology. He has treated thousands of patients. His book, Crime and Psychology: Foundations of Forensic Practice, was published by Routledge in 2024.
(916) 943-4610 View (916) 943-4610
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Cristi Taylor
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Folsom, CA 95630
Looking for a creative approach to dissolve anxieties, reduce stress, lift your mood and resolve patterns that keep you stuck? Need help navigating grief and loss? Want to balance your nervous system and update yourself as you navigate life transitions? Reframe your mindset to highlight what's going right and work through what's not. If you are looking for deep soul healing from your past or traumas with a somatic psycho-spiritual therapist, you are in the right place. Develop true presence, compassion, and fall deeply in love with yourself. Curious about adding holistic healing into your sessions within your cultural lens?
Looking for a creative approach to dissolve anxieties, reduce stress, lift your mood and resolve patterns that keep you stuck? Need help navigating grief and loss? Want to balance your nervous system and update yourself as you navigate life transitions? Reframe your mindset to highlight what's going right and work through what's not. If you are looking for deep soul healing from your past or traumas with a somatic psycho-spiritual therapist, you are in the right place. Develop true presence, compassion, and fall deeply in love with yourself. Curious about adding holistic healing into your sessions within your cultural lens?
(916) 252-1670 View (916) 252-1670
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Arturo Rangel
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Folsom, CA 95630  (Online Only)
I commend you on taking the brave first step on your journey towards wholesomeness by starting the process to look for a therapist. For over ten years I have successfully been assisting people like you navigate the sometimes uncomfortable emotions and thoughts that come with experiencing unpleasant situations. Truly, it will be an honor to work collaboratively with you. My pledge to you is to assist you in accessing core resources, strengths, talents, abilities you possess in your quest to finding solutions to the challenges life presents. If you feel and think I can be a good fit, please give me a call!
I commend you on taking the brave first step on your journey towards wholesomeness by starting the process to look for a therapist. For over ten years I have successfully been assisting people like you navigate the sometimes uncomfortable emotions and thoughts that come with experiencing unpleasant situations. Truly, it will be an honor to work collaboratively with you. My pledge to you is to assist you in accessing core resources, strengths, talents, abilities you possess in your quest to finding solutions to the challenges life presents. If you feel and think I can be a good fit, please give me a call!
(530) 364-5914 View (530) 364-5914
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Marian L. Sheppard, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Folsom, CA 95630
(916) 347-5121 View (916) 347-5121
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Mary S Reigel
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Folsom, CA 95630  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Since 1981 I've specialized in helping people heal from all types of individual, family and workplace stressors. Originally, I helped individuals who were exposed to suicide, homicide, disaster or accident. I treat a broad range of issues that impact our lives...hurt feelings, shame, disappointment, profound loss or trauma. I might use EMDR, Ego-state, Hypnosis, Brainspotting, Visualization, NETmindbody, SSP & other techniques during sessions. Bottom-line, if you want to be more 'comfortable in your own skin' or 'at ease' with yourself, I might be just the therapist for you.
Since 1981 I've specialized in helping people heal from all types of individual, family and workplace stressors. Originally, I helped individuals who were exposed to suicide, homicide, disaster or accident. I treat a broad range of issues that impact our lives...hurt feelings, shame, disappointment, profound loss or trauma. I might use EMDR, Ego-state, Hypnosis, Brainspotting, Visualization, NETmindbody, SSP & other techniques during sessions. Bottom-line, if you want to be more 'comfortable in your own skin' or 'at ease' with yourself, I might be just the therapist for you.
(916) 259-3948 View (916) 259-3948
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Dr. Lori Roberto
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Folsom, CA 95630
Not accepting new clients
Are you stressed, down, worried or not sleeping well? I help people discover inner resources to cope with life's challenges, make change, or move through life transitions. My speciality is helping people with chronic illness or health and body-related issues, stress, insomnia, and physicians & healthcare providers. As a clinical health psychologist with many years of experience, I have seen the impact of mind-body practices to improve health and well being. I offer tailored approaches, including clinical hypnosis, CBT, mindfulness/ACT, and psychodynamic with sensitivity to culture, your life circumstances, and your needs and goals.
Are you stressed, down, worried or not sleeping well? I help people discover inner resources to cope with life's challenges, make change, or move through life transitions. My speciality is helping people with chronic illness or health and body-related issues, stress, insomnia, and physicians & healthcare providers. As a clinical health psychologist with many years of experience, I have seen the impact of mind-body practices to improve health and well being. I offer tailored approaches, including clinical hypnosis, CBT, mindfulness/ACT, and psychodynamic with sensitivity to culture, your life circumstances, and your needs and goals.
(916) 546-4079 View (916) 546-4079

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Anna Rivett
Pre-Licensed Professional, CCHT, MFTT
Verified Verified
Roseville, CA 95661
Are you on a journey of healing and transformation? I offer integrative therapy at Hearts and Hands Counseling. I specialize in helping clients overcome challenges and move toward their dreams. Many of my clients are trauma survivors, people healing cancer, and people manifesting a new relationship. I work with a Jungian and Depth orientation, guiding my clients to create joyful, meaningful new experiences and fulfilling relationships. At AMARA Journeys, I offer integrative hypnotherapy, specializing in helping clients deepen their relaxation to create profound changes in health, career, and relationships.
Are you on a journey of healing and transformation? I offer integrative therapy at Hearts and Hands Counseling. I specialize in helping clients overcome challenges and move toward their dreams. Many of my clients are trauma survivors, people healing cancer, and people manifesting a new relationship. I work with a Jungian and Depth orientation, guiding my clients to create joyful, meaningful new experiences and fulfilling relationships. At AMARA Journeys, I offer integrative hypnotherapy, specializing in helping clients deepen their relaxation to create profound changes in health, career, and relationships.
(916) 633-6239 View (916) 633-6239
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Kenneth Cedric Grossman
PhD
Verified Verified
Roseville, CA 95661
He has a Certificate in Plant Based Nutrition from Cornell University and is an International Certified Hypnotherapy Instructor.
Dr. Kenneth Grossman is a solution focused Hypnotherapist who has successfully worked with over 50,000 clients. He consults with professional athletes, CEO's, corporate managers, entrepreneurs and other high functioning people who wish to rapidly resolve the issues and challenges in their lives. Whether you desire to reduce your anxiety, eliminate panic attacks, sleep better, stop smoking, control drinking...or even improve your golf score...consider hypnotherapy with Dr. Grossman.
He has a Certificate in Plant Based Nutrition from Cornell University and is an International Certified Hypnotherapy Instructor.
Dr. Kenneth Grossman is a solution focused Hypnotherapist who has successfully worked with over 50,000 clients. He consults with professional athletes, CEO's, corporate managers, entrepreneurs and other high functioning people who wish to rapidly resolve the issues and challenges in their lives. Whether you desire to reduce your anxiety, eliminate panic attacks, sleep better, stop smoking, control drinking...or even improve your golf score...consider hypnotherapy with Dr. Grossman.
(866) 287-1826 View (866) 287-1826
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Ray Brown
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Roseville, CA 95678  (Online Only)
These include psychodynamic therapy, Rogerian (Person Centered) therapy, Cognitive/Behavioral therapy, and Hypnotherapy as well as a variety of other techniques, depending on the situation we are working with.
I believe our mutual job is to work together to help you find the best ways of dealing effectively with your problem. Sometimes, although we may know the answers to our problems, we have never been taught the skills to implement that knowledge. Part of my job is to use my expertise and education to teach those skills. For example, we may realize we are being misunderstood by others and work hard to be understood, but no matter how hard we try, nothing changes. Teaching communication skills is one of my areas of expertise that may prove useful.
These include psychodynamic therapy, Rogerian (Person Centered) therapy, Cognitive/Behavioral therapy, and Hypnotherapy as well as a variety of other techniques, depending on the situation we are working with.
I believe our mutual job is to work together to help you find the best ways of dealing effectively with your problem. Sometimes, although we may know the answers to our problems, we have never been taught the skills to implement that knowledge. Part of my job is to use my expertise and education to teach those skills. For example, we may realize we are being misunderstood by others and work hard to be understood, but no matter how hard we try, nothing changes. Teaching communication skills is one of my areas of expertise that may prove useful.
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Steven C Seither
CHT
Verified Verified
El Dorado Hills, CA 95762
In my practice, I use clinical hypnotherapy to help clients resolve issues of emotional trauma, overcome bad habits and self-defeating behaviors, and deal with any other issues interfering with their lives, work, or relationships. Hypnotherapy is invaluable for weight loss, smoking cessation, chronic pain management, drug dependency, and self-esteem issues, including non-medical impotence and low libido. Because clinical hypnosis accesses the subconscious directly, it is extremely effective in the treatment of psychosomatic issues and fears. For example, I also work with dentists' patients who have severe phobic issues with dentistry or who are unable to tolerate anesthesia.
In my practice, I use clinical hypnotherapy to help clients resolve issues of emotional trauma, overcome bad habits and self-defeating behaviors, and deal with any other issues interfering with their lives, work, or relationships. Hypnotherapy is invaluable for weight loss, smoking cessation, chronic pain management, drug dependency, and self-esteem issues, including non-medical impotence and low libido. Because clinical hypnosis accesses the subconscious directly, it is extremely effective in the treatment of psychosomatic issues and fears. For example, I also work with dentists' patients who have severe phobic issues with dentistry or who are unable to tolerate anesthesia.
(916) 710-8543 View (916) 710-8543
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Somatic Soul
FNP-C, CHT, Advance
Verified Verified
Roseville, CA 95661  (Online Only)
I also offer Hypnotherapy sessions for those who are looking to heal the root of their weight issues.
My ideal client is anyone who desires to lose weight. Their challenges might be time, stress, self care, self love, emotional eating and need for accountability.
I also offer Hypnotherapy sessions for those who are looking to heal the root of their weight issues.
My ideal client is anyone who desires to lose weight. Their challenges might be time, stress, self care, self love, emotional eating and need for accountability.
(916) 400-9067 View (916) 400-9067
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Nathan Taylor
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Roseville, CA 95678  (Online Only)
I’ve found that EMDR, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical-Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Informed Care, and Hypnotherapy are the types of therapy work and interventions that are not only backed by research as highly effective, but also really resonate with those that I work with.
Welcome! My name is Nathan Taylor and I’d like to thank you for taking the time to look over my profile and to learn a little about me as a therapist. Choosing a therapist can be challenging (and maybe even more than a little anxiety provoking!) and it is important to take the time to find someone that you feel may be a good fit to work with towards helping you achieve your goals in therapy. With that in mind, I wanted to share a little about myself and my own path as a therapist. Should you feel like we may be a good fit, I genuinely look forward to meeting and hopefully working with you.
I’ve found that EMDR, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical-Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Informed Care, and Hypnotherapy are the types of therapy work and interventions that are not only backed by research as highly effective, but also really resonate with those that I work with.
Welcome! My name is Nathan Taylor and I’d like to thank you for taking the time to look over my profile and to learn a little about me as a therapist. Choosing a therapist can be challenging (and maybe even more than a little anxiety provoking!) and it is important to take the time to find someone that you feel may be a good fit to work with towards helping you achieve your goals in therapy. With that in mind, I wanted to share a little about myself and my own path as a therapist. Should you feel like we may be a good fit, I genuinely look forward to meeting and hopefully working with you.
(657) 279-5322 View (657) 279-5322
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Barbara Van Felix
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Roseville, CA 95661
ALCHEMICAL HYPNOTHERAPY for personal transformation, "inner child" healing, low self-esteem, depression and anxiety.
During 38 years as a licensed therapist, I have experienced working with people in times of difficulties, phases of growth, and at unexpected crossroads. I listen with compassion, understanding and support while providing an opportunity for a new vision. Together we develop a treatment program based on your own personal desire for change. I utilize techniques that can help change habitual negative beliefs and perceptions at a very deep level. Together we work from the premise that what you believe - you become. Therapy can be brief or long-term, depending on what you want to achieve.
ALCHEMICAL HYPNOTHERAPY for personal transformation, "inner child" healing, low self-esteem, depression and anxiety.
During 38 years as a licensed therapist, I have experienced working with people in times of difficulties, phases of growth, and at unexpected crossroads. I listen with compassion, understanding and support while providing an opportunity for a new vision. Together we develop a treatment program based on your own personal desire for change. I utilize techniques that can help change habitual negative beliefs and perceptions at a very deep level. Together we work from the premise that what you believe - you become. Therapy can be brief or long-term, depending on what you want to achieve.
(530) 887-8455 View (530) 887-8455
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Tanya Hanrihan, Certified Brainspotting Therapist
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CMHIMP, RYT, BSP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Roseville, CA 95611  (Online Only)
Would you like to feel supported as you navigate the ups and downs of life? Let's talk. I'm known for my warm, down-to-earth, authentic approach and holistic, eclectic style, integrating talk therapy with Brainspotting, mindfulness, parts work, hypnotherapy, and nutritional support. I provide individualized treatment tailored to you. I'm passionate about helping women embrace their true selves. I provide a safe space for you to be seen and heard and explore your deepest thoughts and emotions. I specialize in supporting women through perimenopause, menopause, and life transitions.
Would you like to feel supported as you navigate the ups and downs of life? Let's talk. I'm known for my warm, down-to-earth, authentic approach and holistic, eclectic style, integrating talk therapy with Brainspotting, mindfulness, parts work, hypnotherapy, and nutritional support. I provide individualized treatment tailored to you. I'm passionate about helping women embrace their true selves. I provide a safe space for you to be seen and heard and explore your deepest thoughts and emotions. I specialize in supporting women through perimenopause, menopause, and life transitions.
(530) 460-6171 View (530) 460-6171
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.