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Kelsey A Gray
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CH
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Yarmouth Port, MA 02675
The integration can include traditional psychotherapy, EMDR, hypnotherapy, Reiki, and pagan folk healing techniques to elicit profound insight shifts.
This is a time of great emotional upheaval. Many people are finding new as well old wounds emerging. It can feel both vulnerable and challenging to face the dark places or shadows alone. Often trauma becomes locked in the body requiring an energetic shift that results in positive changes within the overall belief system. Kelsey Gray, LICSW, CH is an intuitive psychotherapist, Reiki Master and Hypnotherapist. Combining traditional training in psychology with her Celtic pagan heritage to provide an integrative therapy session. The connection between our spiritual energy and mental health challenges are often intertwined.
The integration can include traditional psychotherapy, EMDR, hypnotherapy, Reiki, and pagan folk healing techniques to elicit profound insight shifts.
This is a time of great emotional upheaval. Many people are finding new as well old wounds emerging. It can feel both vulnerable and challenging to face the dark places or shadows alone. Often trauma becomes locked in the body requiring an energetic shift that results in positive changes within the overall belief system. Kelsey Gray, LICSW, CH is an intuitive psychotherapist, Reiki Master and Hypnotherapist. Combining traditional training in psychology with her Celtic pagan heritage to provide an integrative therapy session. The connection between our spiritual energy and mental health challenges are often intertwined.
(508) 709-2599 View (508) 709-2599
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Healing Connections Hypnotherapy
CHT
Verified Verified
Osterville, MA 02655
Hypnotherapy is a do-with process, not a do-to; in other words, we do this together.
Do you have anxiety? Self esteem issues? Do you struggle to change your negative patterns? Do you struggle to stay motivated? I’m sure by now you’ve said yes to one of these. I am Kelly, and I am a hypnotherapist. Hypnotherapy is an amazing and natural way to create the changes you want to see in your life and remove the old negative patterns that have been holding you back.
Hypnotherapy is a do-with process, not a do-to; in other words, we do this together.
Do you have anxiety? Self esteem issues? Do you struggle to change your negative patterns? Do you struggle to stay motivated? I’m sure by now you’ve said yes to one of these. I am Kelly, and I am a hypnotherapist. Hypnotherapy is an amazing and natural way to create the changes you want to see in your life and remove the old negative patterns that have been holding you back.
(508) 869-4176 View (508) 869-4176
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Ann B Condon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Centerville, MA 02632
I use committed conversations, some interpretations, occasionally, if you agree, hypnotherapy, EMDR, reading suggestions.
I have helped so many people dealing with issues of mid life crisis and beyond. I work with folks who had a remote father, a perfectionist mother, an angry spouse. I care for clients who experience anxiety, sadness and irritation. Sources of these feelings may be in childhood or illness, ageing or sometimes the old Peggy Lee song, “Is That All There Is?” We work together to find the old incident or belief and bring it forward to the present where it’s doing its mischief.
I use committed conversations, some interpretations, occasionally, if you agree, hypnotherapy, EMDR, reading suggestions.
I have helped so many people dealing with issues of mid life crisis and beyond. I work with folks who had a remote father, a perfectionist mother, an angry spouse. I care for clients who experience anxiety, sadness and irritation. Sources of these feelings may be in childhood or illness, ageing or sometimes the old Peggy Lee song, “Is That All There Is?” We work together to find the old incident or belief and bring it forward to the present where it’s doing its mischief.
(508) 501-6635 View (508) 501-6635
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Bob Fournier
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LICSW
Verified Verified
Hyannis, MA 02601
My primary focus in psychotherapy is to help persons who are suffering the effects of undo stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, or risk-for-harm. I work with my clients to help them address the physical, psychological, social, or spiritual issues that impede their well-being. My intent and hope is to help you be the best you can be.
My primary focus in psychotherapy is to help persons who are suffering the effects of undo stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, or risk-for-harm. I work with my clients to help them address the physical, psychological, social, or spiritual issues that impede their well-being. My intent and hope is to help you be the best you can be.
(508) 213-8000 View (508) 213-8000
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Michael Joseph Murphy
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Hyannis, MA 02601
Bottom line, I believe we are all here to learn all we can during our time here in the Earth school. I seek to serve couples, families and individuals addressing life adjustment issues including relationship conflict, developmental concerns, functional issues related to head or brain injury and efforts to increase self-actualization. I have been practicing as a licensed psychologist for more than thirty-five years; I have provided care and supervised services in mental health and psychiatric hospitals as well as correctional settings and hold specializations in forensic psychology and neuropsychology.
Bottom line, I believe we are all here to learn all we can during our time here in the Earth school. I seek to serve couples, families and individuals addressing life adjustment issues including relationship conflict, developmental concerns, functional issues related to head or brain injury and efforts to increase self-actualization. I have been practicing as a licensed psychologist for more than thirty-five years; I have provided care and supervised services in mental health and psychiatric hospitals as well as correctional settings and hold specializations in forensic psychology and neuropsychology.
(413) 423-1265 View (413) 423-1265
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Newton Biofeedback
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Centerville, MA 02632
I've been a practicing LICSW, for 28 years specializing in Life Coaching, Biofeedback, Neurofeedback, Hypnosis, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for stress-related conditions, such as Migraines, Anxiety, Hypertension,Chronic pain, Weight loss, Insomnia and Tinnitus. Most people are unaware of ways in which our bodies react to thoughts and emotions.Your response to stress compromises your health and interferes with reaching personal goals.There is no need to suffer. I can help you to stop using ineffective coping skills and begin learning successful skills to achieve your full potential in all aspects of your life: Family, career, finances, relationships, and health.
I've been a practicing LICSW, for 28 years specializing in Life Coaching, Biofeedback, Neurofeedback, Hypnosis, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for stress-related conditions, such as Migraines, Anxiety, Hypertension,Chronic pain, Weight loss, Insomnia and Tinnitus. Most people are unaware of ways in which our bodies react to thoughts and emotions.Your response to stress compromises your health and interferes with reaching personal goals.There is no need to suffer. I can help you to stop using ineffective coping skills and begin learning successful skills to achieve your full potential in all aspects of your life: Family, career, finances, relationships, and health.
(508) 790-4244 View (508) 790-4244

Online Therapists

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Kenneth MacIntosh
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CHT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lowell, MA 01852  (Online Only)
Kenny offers traditional talk therapy, EMDR, hypnotherapy, and other modalities to customize a structured or integrative approach that fits each client's unique needs and preferences.
Kenny is a US Navy Veteran (Corpsman/Medic) and therapist specializing in PTSD, anxiety, self-sabotaging behaviors, and depression. Are you genuinely curious about unhelpful patterns that seem to keep showing up in your life and relationships? Do you ask why you can't let things go, have trust issues, or the inability to relax? You keep putting other's needs first, have trouble setting boundaries or communicating your needs? Unable to see your purpose? Real change can only occur when you are genuinely curious about uncovering recurring patterns and are motivated to try out new strategies to break them.
Kenny offers traditional talk therapy, EMDR, hypnotherapy, and other modalities to customize a structured or integrative approach that fits each client's unique needs and preferences.
Kenny is a US Navy Veteran (Corpsman/Medic) and therapist specializing in PTSD, anxiety, self-sabotaging behaviors, and depression. Are you genuinely curious about unhelpful patterns that seem to keep showing up in your life and relationships? Do you ask why you can't let things go, have trust issues, or the inability to relax? You keep putting other's needs first, have trouble setting boundaries or communicating your needs? Unable to see your purpose? Real change can only occur when you are genuinely curious about uncovering recurring patterns and are motivated to try out new strategies to break them.
(351) 444-9447 View (351) 444-9447
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Robert James Parmenter
Counselor, MEd, LMHC, LADC, CH
Verified Verified
Hanover, MA 02339
I have found great success using hypnotherapy in addition to other treatment options.
Effective treatment for mental health and addiction problems will take place when a treatment partnership based on respect and honesty is developed with the client. Effective treatment is strength based in nature; recognizing that all people possess resources for change and that change is possible when these resources are utilized. Solution focused therapy is generally the most effective method of treatment. I will work with a client to identify a problem and then formulate a treatment plan that will suit their specific needs. I specialize in Addictions, Trauma, PTSD, and Mental Wellness and use Hypnosis effectively. Call me
I have found great success using hypnotherapy in addition to other treatment options.
Effective treatment for mental health and addiction problems will take place when a treatment partnership based on respect and honesty is developed with the client. Effective treatment is strength based in nature; recognizing that all people possess resources for change and that change is possible when these resources are utilized. Solution focused therapy is generally the most effective method of treatment. I will work with a client to identify a problem and then formulate a treatment plan that will suit their specific needs. I specialize in Addictions, Trauma, PTSD, and Mental Wellness and use Hypnosis effectively. Call me
(781) 361-9913 View (781) 361-9913
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Rollins Counseling Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Shrewsbury, MA 01545
Rollins Counseling Center offers individual and family counseling to adolescents and adults. We offer Telehealth! In-person visits are available in our Westford location and will be available in our Marlborough location in December, 2021. We have a team of licensed clinicians that utilize evidenced based therapies to effectively treat a wide range of issues that affect one’s quality of life. Treatment modalities include psychodynamic therapy, CBT, family systems, mind-body approaches, hypnotherapy and EMDR.
Rollins Counseling Center offers individual and family counseling to adolescents and adults. We offer Telehealth! In-person visits are available in our Westford location and will be available in our Marlborough location in December, 2021. We have a team of licensed clinicians that utilize evidenced based therapies to effectively treat a wide range of issues that affect one’s quality of life. Treatment modalities include psychodynamic therapy, CBT, family systems, mind-body approaches, hypnotherapy and EMDR.
(978) 999-2165 View (978) 999-2165
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Darwin Gillett
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, ACH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newburyport, MA 01950
He is certified in Advanced Clinical Hypnotherapy (5Path) and has been practicing hypnosis for 15 years.
Are you suffering from limiting fears, depression, grief, anger, stress, anxiety or addictions? If so, I can help. I help clients break free from these and other issues using different mind/body therapies (including hypnosis) to quickly and powerfully integrate health, happiness and peace into people's lives. My intent is always to guide clients to a path of insight and understanding that allow them to fully utilize their inherent inner healing and creativity that we as human beings all possess.
He is certified in Advanced Clinical Hypnotherapy (5Path) and has been practicing hypnosis for 15 years.
Are you suffering from limiting fears, depression, grief, anger, stress, anxiety or addictions? If so, I can help. I help clients break free from these and other issues using different mind/body therapies (including hypnosis) to quickly and powerfully integrate health, happiness and peace into people's lives. My intent is always to guide clients to a path of insight and understanding that allow them to fully utilize their inherent inner healing and creativity that we as human beings all possess.
(978) 743-9903 View (978) 743-9903
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Dawn Skop, LMHC
Counselor, LMHC, LADC1
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Millis, MA 02054
I offer talk therapy, EMDR, Reiki, IFS, and hypnotherapy.
Things are really intense and scary in the world these days. And there’s a tremendous amount of grief, loss and anxiety that many of us are dealing with on all of levels. Because of that reality it might be hard to feel OK about the places in your life where you are doing well and feeling joy. Are you seeking personal growth or professional development to address barriers to desired outcomes? Interested in living a life of purpose and meaning through choice and action? Wanting to engage in deep emotional and spiritual healing?
I offer talk therapy, EMDR, Reiki, IFS, and hypnotherapy.
Things are really intense and scary in the world these days. And there’s a tremendous amount of grief, loss and anxiety that many of us are dealing with on all of levels. Because of that reality it might be hard to feel OK about the places in your life where you are doing well and feeling joy. Are you seeking personal growth or professional development to address barriers to desired outcomes? Interested in living a life of purpose and meaning through choice and action? Wanting to engage in deep emotional and spiritual healing?
(508) 589-6195 View (508) 589-6195
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Bette Jo A. Toppin
Counselor, MEd, LMHC, CCHT, EMDR
Verified Verified
North Andover, MA 01845
CBT, hypnotherapy, and EMDR allows my clients to find their voice, purpose, freedom and healing.
Telehealth offered - including flexibility to professionals and first responders; Life with mental illness is not easy. So many times, my clients will focus on what is going wrong with their lives, which can cause them to feel self-defeated, empty, and alone. The model of therapy I use offers my clients the skills to look at their lives differently and break out of dysfunctional cycles to achieve an individual state of peace. My toolbox consists of humor, reality, holistic, spirituality, and mindfulness. I also provide counseling services directed towards individuals with maladaptive behaviors and trauma. Now in North Andover, MA
CBT, hypnotherapy, and EMDR allows my clients to find their voice, purpose, freedom and healing.
Telehealth offered - including flexibility to professionals and first responders; Life with mental illness is not easy. So many times, my clients will focus on what is going wrong with their lives, which can cause them to feel self-defeated, empty, and alone. The model of therapy I use offers my clients the skills to look at their lives differently and break out of dysfunctional cycles to achieve an individual state of peace. My toolbox consists of humor, reality, holistic, spirituality, and mindfulness. I also provide counseling services directed towards individuals with maladaptive behaviors and trauma. Now in North Andover, MA
(978) 228-2939 View (978) 228-2939
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Rebecca A Housel
MA, PhD
Verified Verified
Beverly, MA 01915  (Online Only)
A compassion-based coaching practice, I work with Gen Z (18-22), Millennials (22-47), Gen X (47-56), Baby Boomers (57-75), and Traditionalists (75+) using positive psychology to help with life transitions (college, LGBTQ, change of career, unemployment, grief, disability, relationships, abandonment, chronic illness, COVID-19, loss of a loved one/parent/child/spouse, loss of a beloved pet, etc.). Guided meditation/ hypnotherapy, custom affirmations and sound therapy (Nepalese & Tibetan singing bowls) are just some of the coping strategies to help people release the past and move toward their future success!
A compassion-based coaching practice, I work with Gen Z (18-22), Millennials (22-47), Gen X (47-56), Baby Boomers (57-75), and Traditionalists (75+) using positive psychology to help with life transitions (college, LGBTQ, change of career, unemployment, grief, disability, relationships, abandonment, chronic illness, COVID-19, loss of a loved one/parent/child/spouse, loss of a beloved pet, etc.). Guided meditation/ hypnotherapy, custom affirmations and sound therapy (Nepalese & Tibetan singing bowls) are just some of the coping strategies to help people release the past and move toward their future success!
(978) 307-8221 View (978) 307-8221
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Whitney Lew
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LMHC, LPCC, CCH
Verified Verified
Cambridge, MA 02139  (Online Only)
Some of the frameworks I pull from include Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), psychodynamic methods, IFS, ERP, and hypnotherapy, but I tend to create personalized treatment plans that address the underlying causes of distress.
In these times of uncertainty and change, I am offering a space of hope and connection. I believe that therapy is a space to be seen and valued - a space to slow down, reflect, and engage in vulnerability. I understand the unique challenges faced by POC and immigrants, such as navigating cultural differences, acculturation stress, and intergenerational conflicts. In addition, I have a focus on working with college students and working professionals. In our work, we'll explore how cultural factors intersect with your mental health - nurturing a strong sense of identity and helping you to navigate life's complexities.
Some of the frameworks I pull from include Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), psychodynamic methods, IFS, ERP, and hypnotherapy, but I tend to create personalized treatment plans that address the underlying causes of distress.
In these times of uncertainty and change, I am offering a space of hope and connection. I believe that therapy is a space to be seen and valued - a space to slow down, reflect, and engage in vulnerability. I understand the unique challenges faced by POC and immigrants, such as navigating cultural differences, acculturation stress, and intergenerational conflicts. In addition, I have a focus on working with college students and working professionals. In our work, we'll explore how cultural factors intersect with your mental health - nurturing a strong sense of identity and helping you to navigate life's complexities.
(339) 229-5610 View (339) 229-5610
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Dena Ray, PhD
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Wayland, MA 01778
Waitlist for new clients
I sometimes use hypnotherapy for such problems as clenching teeth, test-taking and optimizing memory.
I am feel very optimistic that people are able to change and create meaningful lives. I help my clients reach these goals. Voicing feelings and receiving support in a confidential, non-judgmental setting is essential. With me, my clients become more self-aware of emotional triggers, learn how their past affects their present, and is able to make positive changes. I help them cope with anxiety and depression, I work extensively with couples, resolve insomnia and sleep disorders and help athletes achieve peak sport performance. I also help clients experiencing loss, grief and bereavement.
I sometimes use hypnotherapy for such problems as clenching teeth, test-taking and optimizing memory.
I am feel very optimistic that people are able to change and create meaningful lives. I help my clients reach these goals. Voicing feelings and receiving support in a confidential, non-judgmental setting is essential. With me, my clients become more self-aware of emotional triggers, learn how their past affects their present, and is able to make positive changes. I help them cope with anxiety and depression, I work extensively with couples, resolve insomnia and sleep disorders and help athletes achieve peak sport performance. I also help clients experiencing loss, grief and bereavement.
(508) 928-5142 View (508) 928-5142
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Cynthia R Horan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Boylston, MA 01583
I have over 20 years experience working with men and women in transition either due to divorce or remarriage; dealing with blended/step family situations. I have worked as a Guardian ad litem in the Probate Courts for over 20 years. I am trained in Divorce Mediation and have experience in helping divorcing couples create a workable and fair parenting plan. I also work with couples using the Imago technique I use a number of different modalities depending on the presenting problem. .. guided imagery, hypnotherapy, life coaching .My goal is to help you attain your goal.
I have over 20 years experience working with men and women in transition either due to divorce or remarriage; dealing with blended/step family situations. I have worked as a Guardian ad litem in the Probate Courts for over 20 years. I am trained in Divorce Mediation and have experience in helping divorcing couples create a workable and fair parenting plan. I also work with couples using the Imago technique I use a number of different modalities depending on the presenting problem. .. guided imagery, hypnotherapy, life coaching .My goal is to help you attain your goal.
(978) 631-1611 View (978) 631-1611
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Rebecca A Housel
M A, Ph D
Verified Verified
Canton, MA 02021  (Online Only)
Using current research combined with positive psychology and tools like hypnotherapy and meditation, I guide clients to their ultimate success.
My coaching practice is compassion-based & uses tools like positive psychology, meditation & hypnotherapy to build confidence & resiliency. Clients include Millennials 20-45, Gen Xers 45-55, & Baby Boomers 56-74 dealing with relationships, career, concerns surrounding parenting, health issues/chronic illness (cancer, diabetes, thyroid disorders, COVID-19), LGBTQIA, disability, and grief from loss (job, parent/family member/friend, partner, child, home, bankruptcy, divorce/separation). My areas of expertise include life coaching, life transitions, love-relationships/dating, & confidence/self-esteem building.
Using current research combined with positive psychology and tools like hypnotherapy and meditation, I guide clients to their ultimate success.
My coaching practice is compassion-based & uses tools like positive psychology, meditation & hypnotherapy to build confidence & resiliency. Clients include Millennials 20-45, Gen Xers 45-55, & Baby Boomers 56-74 dealing with relationships, career, concerns surrounding parenting, health issues/chronic illness (cancer, diabetes, thyroid disorders, COVID-19), LGBTQIA, disability, and grief from loss (job, parent/family member/friend, partner, child, home, bankruptcy, divorce/separation). My areas of expertise include life coaching, life transitions, love-relationships/dating, & confidence/self-esteem building.
(978) 307-8221 View (978) 307-8221
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Juliana Zee
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Plainville, MA 02762
Waitlist for new clients
I integrate that foundation with cognitive behavioral skills, mindfulness training and hypnotherapy.
Please Note: I presently am not accepting new patients. If you are managing a recent loss, coping with anxiety, depression or physical illness, it can be helpful to talk to a therapist. I enjoy working with people from adolescent to elder, and with couples of any age. Sometimes anxiety can keep us from accomplishing what we want to in life, or insomnia makes it difficult to engage with the world as fully as we would like to. I have worked with many of these kinds of issues, as well as those experiencing life-changing health problems including diabetes, pain and cancer.
I integrate that foundation with cognitive behavioral skills, mindfulness training and hypnotherapy.
Please Note: I presently am not accepting new patients. If you are managing a recent loss, coping with anxiety, depression or physical illness, it can be helpful to talk to a therapist. I enjoy working with people from adolescent to elder, and with couples of any age. Sometimes anxiety can keep us from accomplishing what we want to in life, or insomnia makes it difficult to engage with the world as fully as we would like to. I have worked with many of these kinds of issues, as well as those experiencing life-changing health problems including diabetes, pain and cancer.
(508) 406-9537 View (508) 406-9537
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Sharyn Rose
MSW, MEd, ACCH
Verified Verified
Sandwich, MA 02563  (Online Only)
I have been in private practice for over three decades. My approach is eclectic, engaging, and respectful. Humor has it's place in the journey of therapy! I feel blessed for the opportunity to help people build on their own strengths. My areas of particular interest include recovery, relationship/intimacy building, ADHD, sexuality/LGBT issues, ACOA, Wellness coaching, and hypnotherapy. I look forward to the opportunity of assisting you in challenging old behaviors and reframing healthier narratives in your life.
I have been in private practice for over three decades. My approach is eclectic, engaging, and respectful. Humor has it's place in the journey of therapy! I feel blessed for the opportunity to help people build on their own strengths. My areas of particular interest include recovery, relationship/intimacy building, ADHD, sexuality/LGBT issues, ACOA, Wellness coaching, and hypnotherapy. I look forward to the opportunity of assisting you in challenging old behaviors and reframing healthier narratives in your life.
(617) 674-0915 View (617) 674-0915
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Sharyn R Rose
MEd, MSW, ACCH
Verified Verified
Sandwich, MA 02563  (Online Only)
Hypnotherapy and coaching are solution-focused and time limited.
As a solution-focused practitioner, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and celebrate your life! By applying complementary approaches and techniques, we will together unearth long-standing patterns of behavior and perception that may be holding you back or keeping you stuck. Heal Your Past, Strengthen Your Present, and Create Your Future!
Hypnotherapy and coaching are solution-focused and time limited.
As a solution-focused practitioner, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and celebrate your life! By applying complementary approaches and techniques, we will together unearth long-standing patterns of behavior and perception that may be holding you back or keeping you stuck. Heal Your Past, Strengthen Your Present, and Create Your Future!
(617) 941-3880 View (617) 941-3880

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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.