Hypnotherapists in Rockingham County, NH

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Blissful Mind Journey/Dr. Becky Owens
Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD, MS, CH
Verified Verified
Chester, NH 03036  (Online Only)
I can help by offering a unique blend of hypnotherapy, spiritual guidance, and intuitive coaching designed to facilitate deep, transformative healing.
My ideal client is someone standing at a crossroads, yearning for change but feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of how to move forward. They often grapple with emotional blockages, such as anxiety, unresolved trauma, or chronic stress, which hinder their ability to find joy and peace in everyday life. They may be plagued by limiting beliefs, self-doubt, or imposter syndrome, holding them back from reaching their full potential in both their personal and professional lives. Despite having ambitions and desires, they lack clarity and direction, leading to a sense of stagnation or paralysis.
I can help by offering a unique blend of hypnotherapy, spiritual guidance, and intuitive coaching designed to facilitate deep, transformative healing.
My ideal client is someone standing at a crossroads, yearning for change but feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of how to move forward. They often grapple with emotional blockages, such as anxiety, unresolved trauma, or chronic stress, which hinder their ability to find joy and peace in everyday life. They may be plagued by limiting beliefs, self-doubt, or imposter syndrome, holding them back from reaching their full potential in both their personal and professional lives. Despite having ambitions and desires, they lack clarity and direction, leading to a sense of stagnation or paralysis.
(855) 697-5039 View (855) 697-5039
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Darwin Gillett
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, ACH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portsmouth, NH 03801
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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Bette J Freedson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW, CGP
Verified Verified
Portsmouth, NH 03802  (Online Only)
I find strengths in each story, helping my clients bring their intuitive wisdom into the service of healing, Besides using my own psychic insights, I draw from CBT, hypnotherapy, somatic sensing, expressive techniques to help you use your wisest mind to solve your problems.
I am Bette Freedson. Besides being a licensed individual, couples and group therapist, I am also a Psychic. My specialty is in intuitive development. I can give you a one-time intuitive reading and/or teach you how to apply intuition for more effective coping. I have expertise with stress management, 12-step program, co-dependency, trauma issues, eating issues, & parenting issues. My sessions are interactive, expressive and experiential. I am also offering groups and workshops for improved coping via intuitive development. I no longer accept insurance. I do have a PayPal option.
I find strengths in each story, helping my clients bring their intuitive wisdom into the service of healing, Besides using my own psychic insights, I draw from CBT, hypnotherapy, somatic sensing, expressive techniques to help you use your wisest mind to solve your problems.
I am Bette Freedson. Besides being a licensed individual, couples and group therapist, I am also a Psychic. My specialty is in intuitive development. I can give you a one-time intuitive reading and/or teach you how to apply intuition for more effective coping. I have expertise with stress management, 12-step program, co-dependency, trauma issues, eating issues, & parenting issues. My sessions are interactive, expressive and experiential. I am also offering groups and workshops for improved coping via intuitive development. I no longer accept insurance. I do have a PayPal option.
(207) 222-7262 View (207) 222-7262
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Charlene Curtis LICSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Portsmouth, NH 03801
I see clients of all ages with a variety of needs, my current practice is approximately 50/50 with adults and children who are struggling with anxiety, issues of adjustment, general emotional discomfort, and children with behavioral concerns. In my practice with children, I work closely with parents. I work to develop a comfortable rapport focusing on strengths and supports available to your child. I begin the process by meeting with both parents so that I may learn about your child through your eyes and better understand how the concerns are impacting your child.
I see clients of all ages with a variety of needs, my current practice is approximately 50/50 with adults and children who are struggling with anxiety, issues of adjustment, general emotional discomfort, and children with behavioral concerns. In my practice with children, I work closely with parents. I work to develop a comfortable rapport focusing on strengths and supports available to your child. I begin the process by meeting with both parents so that I may learn about your child through your eyes and better understand how the concerns are impacting your child.
(603) 801-8404 View (603) 801-8404
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Perinatal & Women's Mental Health Counseling
Counselor, LCMHC, NBCC, MA, CH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Salem, NH 03079
You or someone you know may be experiencing a difficult time in their life. You may be looking for information to explain how you are feeling or be looking for a way to get help and someone to talk to. You may be feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or frustrated and that life has just become unmanageable. Counseling is a supportive and helpful way to get things back on track and you feeling good again. www.postpartumnh.com
You or someone you know may be experiencing a difficult time in their life. You may be looking for information to explain how you are feeling or be looking for a way to get help and someone to talk to. You may be feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or frustrated and that life has just become unmanageable. Counseling is a supportive and helpful way to get things back on track and you feeling good again. www.postpartumnh.com
(603) 734-5608 View (603) 734-5608
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Trish Garrison
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Exeter, NH 03833
I offer healing, strength based psychotherapy to people who are struggling with trauma, anxiety and depression. Oftentimes this may be the result of child abuse, bullying, sexual trauma, illness, death, domestic violence , natural disasters or everyday life challenges.
I offer healing, strength based psychotherapy to people who are struggling with trauma, anxiety and depression. Oftentimes this may be the result of child abuse, bullying, sexual trauma, illness, death, domestic violence , natural disasters or everyday life challenges.
(603) 239-2213 View (603) 239-2213
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Bernadette M. Blake
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LICSW
Verified Verified
Exeter, NH 03833
Conveniently located in historic downtown Exeter, I am a clinician who enjoys working with adults going through major life transitions. Sometimes when a relationship ends, career decisions need to be made, or parenting becomes challenging, it helps to have extra support. Often transitions in life bring significant emotional changes and therapy can sort these out and help someone move forward.
Conveniently located in historic downtown Exeter, I am a clinician who enjoys working with adults going through major life transitions. Sometimes when a relationship ends, career decisions need to be made, or parenting becomes challenging, it helps to have extra support. Often transitions in life bring significant emotional changes and therapy can sort these out and help someone move forward.
(603) 606-9525 View (603) 606-9525
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Sarah Bartley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Portsmouth, NH 03801  (Online Only)
People often come to me stuck in past traumas, unhelpful patterns or survival mode. You might struggle with people-pleasing, numbing, or toxic relationships. Maybe you seek a compassionate space to talk about things you can't talk about anywhere else. I work with people wanting to understand and change the perplexing, harmful, or debilitating ways their mind and body react. My passion is helping people to feel more confident, empowered, in control and present. If you're looking to free yourself from past traumas and shame, to feel clearer and more content, we might be a good fit.
People often come to me stuck in past traumas, unhelpful patterns or survival mode. You might struggle with people-pleasing, numbing, or toxic relationships. Maybe you seek a compassionate space to talk about things you can't talk about anywhere else. I work with people wanting to understand and change the perplexing, harmful, or debilitating ways their mind and body react. My passion is helping people to feel more confident, empowered, in control and present. If you're looking to free yourself from past traumas and shame, to feel clearer and more content, we might be a good fit.
(954) 287-4811 View (954) 287-4811
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Novus Vita Counseling, PLLC
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Salem, NH 03079
Our mission is to offer an Integrated Approach to Mental Health, and our treatment team is varied in their ability to provide clinical advice, support and practical feedback to help clients resolve current problems and long-standing patterns. Our treatment team works with clients to find solutions to a wide range of life challenges and psychological issues. Blending conventional and alternative approaches, we draw on a variety of styles and techniques to incorporate what will be most helpful for each client. We will work with clients to help them build on their strengths in order to identify and achieve life goals.
Our mission is to offer an Integrated Approach to Mental Health, and our treatment team is varied in their ability to provide clinical advice, support and practical feedback to help clients resolve current problems and long-standing patterns. Our treatment team works with clients to find solutions to a wide range of life challenges and psychological issues. Blending conventional and alternative approaches, we draw on a variety of styles and techniques to incorporate what will be most helpful for each client. We will work with clients to help them build on their strengths in order to identify and achieve life goals.
(603) 952-3092 View (603) 952-3092
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Edie Mccaddin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
Portsmouth, NH 03801  (Online Only)
I have been a practicing social worker for 45 years, and a clinician in the Seacoast area for over 35 years with 20 years in hospice. It's not just about death and dying, it's also about living...living the best possible life, and because everyone dies, every human issue can surface. What is on your mind today and what is getting in your way for living that best possible life?
I have been a practicing social worker for 45 years, and a clinician in the Seacoast area for over 35 years with 20 years in hospice. It's not just about death and dying, it's also about living...living the best possible life, and because everyone dies, every human issue can surface. What is on your mind today and what is getting in your way for living that best possible life?
(603) 664-3042 View (603) 664-3042
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William Roy Newman Licensed Psychologist 40 Years
Psychologist, MDiv, LCSW, DMin, psychol
Verified Verified
Rye, NH 03870
Dr. William R. Newman, a licensed psychologist for years, specializes in the treatment of complex developmental trauma with dissociation. Dr. Newman's treatment of anxiety, depression, and trauma, will help you alleviate your symptoms and causes of your distress. Couples and families will improve their relationships by effectively communicating and increasing their understanding of each other's needs. You will learn to communicate from your true/highest/spirit/soul SELF with LOVE, and compassion. Dr. Newman helps you help yourself with self-leadership to increase your consciousness/awareness to make the best and healthiest choices for all parts of you and your relationships.
Dr. William R. Newman, a licensed psychologist for years, specializes in the treatment of complex developmental trauma with dissociation. Dr. Newman's treatment of anxiety, depression, and trauma, will help you alleviate your symptoms and causes of your distress. Couples and families will improve their relationships by effectively communicating and increasing their understanding of each other's needs. You will learn to communicate from your true/highest/spirit/soul SELF with LOVE, and compassion. Dr. Newman helps you help yourself with self-leadership to increase your consciousness/awareness to make the best and healthiest choices for all parts of you and your relationships.
(978) 391-9987 View (978) 391-9987
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Nicole Marie Sublette
Counselor, MA, LCMHC, CH, CMHIMP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portsmouth, NH 03801
Therapists of Color New England is accepting new clients! Providing a welcoming space for BIPoC, LGTBQIA+, youth (3+), couples, men and women. This space is also for you if you ever struggled with of the following: PTSD, trauma, abuse, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, intrusive thoughts, toxic relationships, career burnout, or divorce/separation. A safe place for anyone that has experienced oppression, marginalization, and discrimination. I am committed to creating an environment where you can be seen, heard, and understood. My goal is to provide compassionate, culturally responsive, and trauma-informed care.
Therapists of Color New England is accepting new clients! Providing a welcoming space for BIPoC, LGTBQIA+, youth (3+), couples, men and women. This space is also for you if you ever struggled with of the following: PTSD, trauma, abuse, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, intrusive thoughts, toxic relationships, career burnout, or divorce/separation. A safe place for anyone that has experienced oppression, marginalization, and discrimination. I am committed to creating an environment where you can be seen, heard, and understood. My goal is to provide compassionate, culturally responsive, and trauma-informed care.
(603) 836-9068 View (603) 836-9068
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Pure Transcendence Healing
MA, MHt
Verified Verified
Hampton Falls, NH 03844
(603) 238-8017 View (603) 238-8017
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Sharon E Sweeney
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Portsmouth, NH 03801
Not accepting new clients
I utilize various psychotherapy approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR) & Hypnotherapy.
**PLEASE NOTE THAT I AM NOT TAKING NEW CLIENTS AT THIS TIME** Congratulations on your decision to find a new therapist! If you are interested in working with a therapist who helps you to identify and develop an individualized treatment plan & actively helps you to achieve your specific goals, please contact me. Do you wish you had healthier relationships? Would you like to improve your self-esteem? Are you struggling with difficult and/or traumatic memories or issues? Are you having difficulty with juggling life's stressors? Do you have other medical and/or mental health issues that you would like to resolve? If so, I can help.
I utilize various psychotherapy approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR) & Hypnotherapy.
**PLEASE NOTE THAT I AM NOT TAKING NEW CLIENTS AT THIS TIME** Congratulations on your decision to find a new therapist! If you are interested in working with a therapist who helps you to identify and develop an individualized treatment plan & actively helps you to achieve your specific goals, please contact me. Do you wish you had healthier relationships? Would you like to improve your self-esteem? Are you struggling with difficult and/or traumatic memories or issues? Are you having difficulty with juggling life's stressors? Do you have other medical and/or mental health issues that you would like to resolve? If so, I can help.
(978) 225-8050 View (978) 225-8050
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Kimberly Sieper
Counselor, MS, MBA, LCMHC, MLADC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Derry, NH 03038
Not accepting new clients
I am not taking new clients but several therapists in my practice have openings and have same holistic philosophy in their work. I utilize Ketamine Assisted Therapy, Mindfulness, Dialectical and Cognitive Behavioral Therapies, Reiki, Energy work, Hypnosis, and Past Life Regression in my work with clients. Counseling can help sort through mental health struggles, and help you gain perspective so you can create a better future. I work with individuals experiencing PTSD, substance addiction, anxiety, depression, anger, relationship problems, divorce, stress as well as many other issues.
I am not taking new clients but several therapists in my practice have openings and have same holistic philosophy in their work. I utilize Ketamine Assisted Therapy, Mindfulness, Dialectical and Cognitive Behavioral Therapies, Reiki, Energy work, Hypnosis, and Past Life Regression in my work with clients. Counseling can help sort through mental health struggles, and help you gain perspective so you can create a better future. I work with individuals experiencing PTSD, substance addiction, anxiety, depression, anger, relationship problems, divorce, stress as well as many other issues.
(603) 605-1741 View (603) 605-1741

Online Therapists

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Meaghan S McCulla
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCMHC, CH
Verified Verified
Keene, NH 03431  (Online Only)
Please Note: My mental health therapy caseload is currently full. I am still taking on short term life coaching and hypnotherapy clients. Are you looking for a more holistic approach to heal issues that are holding you back? I love to bring in alternative approaches to my practice, including hypnotherapy, progressive relaxation, and mindfulness techniques. If you resonate with a spiritual and mindful approach, contact me for more info. Please note: I offer online counseling, both via phone and/or a secure HIPPA compliant video platform. I am currently not conducting any face to face sessions.
Please Note: My mental health therapy caseload is currently full. I am still taking on short term life coaching and hypnotherapy clients. Are you looking for a more holistic approach to heal issues that are holding you back? I love to bring in alternative approaches to my practice, including hypnotherapy, progressive relaxation, and mindfulness techniques. If you resonate with a spiritual and mindful approach, contact me for more info. Please note: I offer online counseling, both via phone and/or a secure HIPPA compliant video platform. I am currently not conducting any face to face sessions.
(603) 607-7077 View (603) 607-7077
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Michael D Weil
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Peterborough, NH 03458
I am a licensed psychologist with over thirty-seven years of experience in clinical practice. I continue to offer teletherapy, as well as in-person sessions. I treat depression, grief, relationship issues, work-life balance and life transition issues. I have specialties in anxiety disorders, with accompanying fears/phobias, chronic pain, and clinical and medical hypnosis. I utilize a variety of techniques to address clients' needs, including cognitive-behavioral therapy, insight-oriented therapy, brief solution-oriented therapy, and hypnotherapy.
I am a licensed psychologist with over thirty-seven years of experience in clinical practice. I continue to offer teletherapy, as well as in-person sessions. I treat depression, grief, relationship issues, work-life balance and life transition issues. I have specialties in anxiety disorders, with accompanying fears/phobias, chronic pain, and clinical and medical hypnosis. I utilize a variety of techniques to address clients' needs, including cognitive-behavioral therapy, insight-oriented therapy, brief solution-oriented therapy, and hypnotherapy.
(603) 287-1147 x1 View (603) 287-1147 x1
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Linda Tremblay
Counselor, MA, MLADC, LCMHC, ACHT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pittsfield, NH 03263
At this time, my interest is in group work and individual EMDR, Heart-Centered Hypnotherapy as well as Breathwork.
Please note that I currently have a waitlist three months out. Are you looking to continue your healing journey and be the best you can be? Are you stuck in negative emotions?, unproductive patterns in your relationships? Have you been in talk therapy and want to try a different approach? Call me or e-mail me to learn more about Heart-Centered hypnotherapy as a healing tool or EMDR (eye movement desensitizing reprocessing).
At this time, my interest is in group work and individual EMDR, Heart-Centered Hypnotherapy as well as Breathwork.
Please note that I currently have a waitlist three months out. Are you looking to continue your healing journey and be the best you can be? Are you stuck in negative emotions?, unproductive patterns in your relationships? Have you been in talk therapy and want to try a different approach? Call me or e-mail me to learn more about Heart-Centered hypnotherapy as a healing tool or EMDR (eye movement desensitizing reprocessing).
(603) 509-3107 x603661 View (603) 509-3107 x603661
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Resilience & Hope
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Dover, NH 03821
Utilizing an integrative approach including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), (non trance) hypnotherapy, biofeedback, brief solution focused interventions or acupuncture -you will begin to experience relief in just a few sessions.
Do you have a high stress life or a high demand/high responsibility career? Are you under preforming? Not motivated? Are you exhausted? Have relentless anxious or depressive thoughts that are wearing you down? Worried that life or work demands will get in the way of attending sessions? Dread the thought of running into someone you know? We get it and offer extremely flexible scheduling, maintain a limited number of patients, and have strict confidentiality & privacy procedures in place. Appointments available to fit YOUR schedule (online or in-person), Tues-Fri 10am-8pm & Saturdays 9am-2pm.
Utilizing an integrative approach including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), (non trance) hypnotherapy, biofeedback, brief solution focused interventions or acupuncture -you will begin to experience relief in just a few sessions.
Do you have a high stress life or a high demand/high responsibility career? Are you under preforming? Not motivated? Are you exhausted? Have relentless anxious or depressive thoughts that are wearing you down? Worried that life or work demands will get in the way of attending sessions? Dread the thought of running into someone you know? We get it and offer extremely flexible scheduling, maintain a limited number of patients, and have strict confidentiality & privacy procedures in place. Appointments available to fit YOUR schedule (online or in-person), Tues-Fri 10am-8pm & Saturdays 9am-2pm.
(603) 239-2451 View (603) 239-2451
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Jill L Jones
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCMHC
Verified Verified
New Hampton, NH 03256
Waitlist for new clients
I am a diplomate in Clinical Hypnotherapy, and a Master Practitioner of Neuro Linguistic Psychology.
How to get the Brain to 'Change -it's- Mind'. That has been my focus of study...not just WHY you behave the way your do, but HOW do you change your behaviors that don't work anymore. Choosing a therapist and deciding if they are a match for you is an important first step. Please call. I am happy to talk with you in a free 15 min phone call. Please leave a message about what you want to work on, or email. Please read information below before you call. I only work with adults
I am a diplomate in Clinical Hypnotherapy, and a Master Practitioner of Neuro Linguistic Psychology.
How to get the Brain to 'Change -it's- Mind'. That has been my focus of study...not just WHY you behave the way your do, but HOW do you change your behaviors that don't work anymore. Choosing a therapist and deciding if they are a match for you is an important first step. Please call. I am happy to talk with you in a free 15 min phone call. Please leave a message about what you want to work on, or email. Please read information below before you call. I only work with adults
(603) 865-1376 x4714 View (603) 865-1376 x4714

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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.