Hypnotherapists in Westlake Village, CA
Through hypnotherapy or Reiki you can find self improvement. Stress relief, weight loss, fears/phobias and letting go of grief are some of the issues I help clients with. I also work in conjunction with doctors to help with medical issues such as pain relief, dentist care, etc. Hypnosis helps you access the larger part of your mind (the subconscious) responsible for automatic behavior. Through suggestions you can achieve transformation by letting go of limiting beliefs. Some clients prefer Japanese Reiki energy sessions which help balance the body mentally, physically and emotionally.
Through hypnotherapy or Reiki you can find self improvement. Stress relief, weight loss, fears/phobias and letting go of grief are some of the issues I help clients with. I also work in conjunction with doctors to help with medical issues such as pain relief, dentist care, etc. Hypnosis helps you access the larger part of your mind (the subconscious) responsible for automatic behavior. Through suggestions you can achieve transformation by letting go of limiting beliefs. Some clients prefer Japanese Reiki energy sessions which help balance the body mentally, physically and emotionally.
Hypnotherapy can help you perform at your best mentally.
Is there something about yourself that if that one thing were better, your life would work better? I can help you change that one thing. Through the use of affirmations, you are able to change your thinking and effect change in your life. Weight management, smoking cessation, test preparation, sports performance, anxiety and stress reduction are a few of the areas that I can help you with. I excel in and I am trained in: Emotional Freedom Technique, Neuro-Linguistic Programming, Weight Management, and Therapeutic Imagery.
Hypnotherapy can help you perform at your best mentally.
Is there something about yourself that if that one thing were better, your life would work better? I can help you change that one thing. Through the use of affirmations, you are able to change your thinking and effect change in your life. Weight management, smoking cessation, test preparation, sports performance, anxiety and stress reduction are a few of the areas that I can help you with. I excel in and I am trained in: Emotional Freedom Technique, Neuro-Linguistic Programming, Weight Management, and Therapeutic Imagery.
Donna Toufer Berns
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, DCH
Verified Verified
Westlake Village, CA 91362
If needed I use hypnotherapy to assist you with your personal issues.
My approach to psychotherapy is collaborative, empathetic and unique to each individual's personal needs. I believe the most important component of therapy is establishing a genuine, trusting connection. I strive to create a therapeutic environment in which the clients feel respected, supported and understood in order to actively explore deep personal issues and experiment with new ways of thinking and behaving about their present and future. During our process, we will explore emotions and relationships that impact your life. Together we will clarify the development of thoughts and feelings and understand how they shape us.
If needed I use hypnotherapy to assist you with your personal issues.
My approach to psychotherapy is collaborative, empathetic and unique to each individual's personal needs. I believe the most important component of therapy is establishing a genuine, trusting connection. I strive to create a therapeutic environment in which the clients feel respected, supported and understood in order to actively explore deep personal issues and experiment with new ways of thinking and behaving about their present and future. During our process, we will explore emotions and relationships that impact your life. Together we will clarify the development of thoughts and feelings and understand how they shape us.
I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Hypnotherapy and other supportive measures.
In my practice, I see patients dealing with anxiety and depression associated with chronic and severe Medical problems. As a Health Psychologist, I have been in private practice since 1986, following my Doctoral work at USC. In graduate school, my research was involved with psychological reactions to serious medical conditions. Since that time, I have worked with many patients suffering from pain, cardiac conditions, cancer and autoimmune disorders, in addition to helping people cope with grief. Chronic illness is life altering, and can affect every aspect of a person's life. Learning to cope is critical in reclaiming your life.
I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Hypnotherapy and other supportive measures.
In my practice, I see patients dealing with anxiety and depression associated with chronic and severe Medical problems. As a Health Psychologist, I have been in private practice since 1986, following my Doctoral work at USC. In graduate school, my research was involved with psychological reactions to serious medical conditions. Since that time, I have worked with many patients suffering from pain, cardiac conditions, cancer and autoimmune disorders, in addition to helping people cope with grief. Chronic illness is life altering, and can affect every aspect of a person's life. Learning to cope is critical in reclaiming your life.
Jade Dearing
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Westlake Village, CA 91361
Many of us don’t realize how negative events from our childhood affect the quality of our lives. You wake up most days feeling worthless, angry, fearful, anxious, insecure, and sad. These feelings negatively affect your behavior … you are unmotivated, impulsive, reactive, and take too many risks. These behaviors are negatively affecting every aspect of your life. Bills are piling up, you go from one job to the next, one relationship to the next, and may even be abusing drugs and alcohol. I treat symptoms of childhood developmental trauma/complex PTSD, (i.,e., anxiety, depression, and dissociative disorders).
Many of us don’t realize how negative events from our childhood affect the quality of our lives. You wake up most days feeling worthless, angry, fearful, anxious, insecure, and sad. These feelings negatively affect your behavior … you are unmotivated, impulsive, reactive, and take too many risks. These behaviors are negatively affecting every aspect of your life. Bills are piling up, you go from one job to the next, one relationship to the next, and may even be abusing drugs and alcohol. I treat symptoms of childhood developmental trauma/complex PTSD, (i.,e., anxiety, depression, and dissociative disorders).
Laura Van Gilder
Associate Clinical Social Worker, ACSW
Verified Verified
Westlake Village, CA 91362
I am a dedicated and compassionate therapist specializing in working with children and families. My primary areas of focus include autism spectrum disorders, parenting challenges, anxiety, depression, behavioral issues, and school challenges. I am committed to providing a supportive and understanding environment where families can find the guidance and tools they need to thrive. My goal is to create a safe and nurturing environment where both parents and children feel understood, valued, and empowered.
I am a dedicated and compassionate therapist specializing in working with children and families. My primary areas of focus include autism spectrum disorders, parenting challenges, anxiety, depression, behavioral issues, and school challenges. I am committed to providing a supportive and understanding environment where families can find the guidance and tools they need to thrive. My goal is to create a safe and nurturing environment where both parents and children feel understood, valued, and empowered.
Cheri L McDonald
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, PAPT
Verified Verified
Westlake Village, CA 91362
I am Cheri McDonald Ph.D., LMFT, PATP, a creative visionary with a passion for healing individuals, families, and communities. Drawing from my 35-year private psychotherapy practice at A Place To Turn, I've cultivated wisdom and knowledge that form the foundation of my Holistic Integral Training (HIT). This modality leads to profound, long-lasting healing in the mind, body, and spirit. I stand as a holistic leader and mentor in the mental health realm. With the transformation of the world today and the increasing need to provide healing for the most complex times, I have founded Alternative Place 2 Turn, LLC..
I am Cheri McDonald Ph.D., LMFT, PATP, a creative visionary with a passion for healing individuals, families, and communities. Drawing from my 35-year private psychotherapy practice at A Place To Turn, I've cultivated wisdom and knowledge that form the foundation of my Holistic Integral Training (HIT). This modality leads to profound, long-lasting healing in the mind, body, and spirit. I stand as a holistic leader and mentor in the mental health realm. With the transformation of the world today and the increasing need to provide healing for the most complex times, I have founded Alternative Place 2 Turn, LLC..
A Place To Turn, Inc
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, PATP
Verified Verified
Westlake Village, CA 91362
At A Place to Turn, we understand that your journey to well-being is unique, and our approach to holistic healing is tailored to meet your individual needs. Our ideal client is someone seeking not just relief from symptoms but a comprehensive transformation that encompasses physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Their goal is beyond symptom relief but a profound sense of balance, purpose, and vitality. Our clients desire a holistic approach seeking the interconnectedness of mind, body, and spirit. A Place to Turn becomes the refuge where their needs for deep healing, personal growth, and a renewed sense of purpose converge.
At A Place to Turn, we understand that your journey to well-being is unique, and our approach to holistic healing is tailored to meet your individual needs. Our ideal client is someone seeking not just relief from symptoms but a comprehensive transformation that encompasses physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Their goal is beyond symptom relief but a profound sense of balance, purpose, and vitality. Our clients desire a holistic approach seeking the interconnectedness of mind, body, and spirit. A Place to Turn becomes the refuge where their needs for deep healing, personal growth, and a renewed sense of purpose converge.
What relationships in your life would you like to be better? The quality of our relationship with others begins with our relationship with ourselves. I can guide you to achieve a deeper, more connected relationship to your higher self: the sole source of true inner peace, healing, self-awareness and transformation. We use a spiritual perspective of your comfort and understanding. Toxic shame, closely related to trauma and rooted in our past, is also a huge factor in keeping us from living the life we are meant to live. As a certified Healing Shame practitioner, I am skilled in helping you understand and transform toxic shame.
What relationships in your life would you like to be better? The quality of our relationship with others begins with our relationship with ourselves. I can guide you to achieve a deeper, more connected relationship to your higher self: the sole source of true inner peace, healing, self-awareness and transformation. We use a spiritual perspective of your comfort and understanding. Toxic shame, closely related to trauma and rooted in our past, is also a huge factor in keeping us from living the life we are meant to live. As a certified Healing Shame practitioner, I am skilled in helping you understand and transform toxic shame.
Beth Pollack
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Westlake Village, CA 91361
You are insightful and self aware, you know all of the “right” things to do and think, and yet you still struggle to truly feel good enough. Have you spent your life trying to achieve and move up the ladder and still feel anxious, panicky, or like something is missing? You might be a people pleaser and struggle to say no or to set healthy boundaries. Maybe you have a hard time showing all of yourself to loved ones and instead present only the parts of yourself that seem likable - leaving you feeling unknown and alone. You may give and give to others and yet neglect to care for yourself or to ask for your own needs to be met.
You are insightful and self aware, you know all of the “right” things to do and think, and yet you still struggle to truly feel good enough. Have you spent your life trying to achieve and move up the ladder and still feel anxious, panicky, or like something is missing? You might be a people pleaser and struggle to say no or to set healthy boundaries. Maybe you have a hard time showing all of yourself to loved ones and instead present only the parts of yourself that seem likable - leaving you feeling unknown and alone. You may give and give to others and yet neglect to care for yourself or to ask for your own needs to be met.
Lala Tagiyeva
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Westlake Village, CA 91362 (Online Only)
What if you could equip yourself with a toolset that will inform your path going forward? Let's examine what brought you to this moment, your struggles and strengths, and focus on developing effective strategies in helping you grow into an empowered state!
What if you could equip yourself with a toolset that will inform your path going forward? Let's examine what brought you to this moment, your struggles and strengths, and focus on developing effective strategies in helping you grow into an empowered state!
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Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CLIN
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Westlake Village, CA 91362
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck? You're not alone. You've got more strength inside you than you might realize, and I'm here to help you reconnect with it. In my practice, I strive to create a nurturing environment for my clients—a safe space where you can explore your emotions and experiences without fear of judgment. Together, we'll gently navigate through the challenges you're facing, uncover valuable insights and develop strategies to help you cope. Whatever you're going through, I'm here to offer you compassion and support as you journey towards healing and growth. You don't have to face this alone.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck? You're not alone. You've got more strength inside you than you might realize, and I'm here to help you reconnect with it. In my practice, I strive to create a nurturing environment for my clients—a safe space where you can explore your emotions and experiences without fear of judgment. Together, we'll gently navigate through the challenges you're facing, uncover valuable insights and develop strategies to help you cope. Whatever you're going through, I'm here to offer you compassion and support as you journey towards healing and growth. You don't have to face this alone.
Denise Christine Crovetti
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, PPS
Verified Verified
Westlake Village, CA 91361
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Hypnotherapy is both evidence-based and highly effective at addressing client issues.
My ideal client is, in my experience, someone who benefits from a logical, secular perspective with goals centered around vocational and avocational self-improvement. The issues I work with are broad, but my work is driven by results and forward progress; my ideal client's needs would be focused on results and tangible change through hypnotherapy and mindful practice. Many of my clients tend to be, but are not limited to, the more introverted and those who may have struggled communicating with a traditional therapist in the past.
Hypnotherapy is both evidence-based and highly effective at addressing client issues.
My ideal client is, in my experience, someone who benefits from a logical, secular perspective with goals centered around vocational and avocational self-improvement. The issues I work with are broad, but my work is driven by results and forward progress; my ideal client's needs would be focused on results and tangible change through hypnotherapy and mindful practice. Many of my clients tend to be, but are not limited to, the more introverted and those who may have struggled communicating with a traditional therapist in the past.
Tools to facilitate your feeling better include Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness techniques, Brainspotting, Clinical Hypnotherapy, or EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing) Additionally, we might explore how you can create positive and joyful experiences in your life.
Each person has unique strengths, powerful potential, and an innate ability to heal and thrive. Yet at times worry, sadness, or traumatic past experiences can move us off track. No matter the challenges you face, there tools to help you increase resilience, discover your strengths, get back on track, and connect to your success.
Tools to facilitate your feeling better include Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness techniques, Brainspotting, Clinical Hypnotherapy, or EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing) Additionally, we might explore how you can create positive and joyful experiences in your life.
Each person has unique strengths, powerful potential, and an innate ability to heal and thrive. Yet at times worry, sadness, or traumatic past experiences can move us off track. No matter the challenges you face, there tools to help you increase resilience, discover your strengths, get back on track, and connect to your success.
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.
Laura Siri Simran Kaur Khalsa
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CHT, ATR, ET
Verified Verified
Agoura Hills, CA 91301 (Online Only)
I offer: humanistic counseling, EMDR, IFS, Transpersonal Psychology, hypnotherapy, & expressive arts therapy with an emphasis on intuitive & spiritual well being.
In my 30 years of personal and professional development, I have created a unique approach to bring hope and strength, healing and transformation to those who are ready. It is my honor to provide and hold space for you as I offer assistance with your empowerment, acceptance, trust, forgiveness and gratitude. My philosophy is based on healing relationship within Self, with others and with the world. Our time together is precious and I will share with you mindful and compassionate practices and share the value of authenticity, and presence.
I offer: humanistic counseling, EMDR, IFS, Transpersonal Psychology, hypnotherapy, & expressive arts therapy with an emphasis on intuitive & spiritual well being.
In my 30 years of personal and professional development, I have created a unique approach to bring hope and strength, healing and transformation to those who are ready. It is my honor to provide and hold space for you as I offer assistance with your empowerment, acceptance, trust, forgiveness and gratitude. My philosophy is based on healing relationship within Self, with others and with the world. Our time together is precious and I will share with you mindful and compassionate practices and share the value of authenticity, and presence.
Claudia A Domnicz
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CHT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Calabasas, CA 91302 (Online Only)
Hypnotherapy can be helpful with a range of issues including decreasing anxiety and fears ,insomnia, test anxiety, procrastination and increasing self esteem .
I work with individuals, couples and families with a variety of issues. My areas of speciality include anxiety, depression, relationship issues , women's issues, career issues, and life transitions. Treatment may be brief to address a current problem or long term to work through lifelong patterns and gain insight . My style is holistic including working together and assisting you in finding hope and resolution to your problem.I can help you develop communication skills with your partner or family members , improve self-esteem , cope with losses and strengthen relationships . I provide a non judgemental and supportive environment .
Hypnotherapy can be helpful with a range of issues including decreasing anxiety and fears ,insomnia, test anxiety, procrastination and increasing self esteem .
I work with individuals, couples and families with a variety of issues. My areas of speciality include anxiety, depression, relationship issues , women's issues, career issues, and life transitions. Treatment may be brief to address a current problem or long term to work through lifelong patterns and gain insight . My style is holistic including working together and assisting you in finding hope and resolution to your problem.I can help you develop communication skills with your partner or family members , improve self-esteem , cope with losses and strengthen relationships . I provide a non judgemental and supportive environment .
Stephanie R. Bien
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
13 Endorsed
Agoura, CA 91301
A lot of fighting going on? Work it out NOW! I help individuals and families improve the quality of their lives. Parents are included to help the issues our children face today to form a strong family unit and get through tough times. I have been trained in many modalities, including psychotherapy, communication, play therapy, sandtray work, education, visualization, meditation and hypnosis.
A lot of fighting going on? Work it out NOW! I help individuals and families improve the quality of their lives. Parents are included to help the issues our children face today to form a strong family unit and get through tough times. I have been trained in many modalities, including psychotherapy, communication, play therapy, sandtray work, education, visualization, meditation and hypnosis.
Today you are one step closer to a new you, feeling empowered and on a positive path of growth and well-being. As a Solution-focused Therapist and Transformational Coach, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. Do you feel overwhelmed, down, unsettled, uncertain, unfulfilled? You feel stuck for a reason. Your inner critic, fear, depression or anxiety is running your life because you haven't discovered the true cause, root, and reason. Your limiting beliefs are holding you back and keeping you stuck and yet all you want is a life worth celebrating. Something is missing. I get it.
Today you are one step closer to a new you, feeling empowered and on a positive path of growth and well-being. As a Solution-focused Therapist and Transformational Coach, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. Do you feel overwhelmed, down, unsettled, uncertain, unfulfilled? You feel stuck for a reason. Your inner critic, fear, depression or anxiety is running your life because you haven't discovered the true cause, root, and reason. Your limiting beliefs are holding you back and keeping you stuck and yet all you want is a life worth celebrating. Something is missing. I get it.
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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.