Hypnotherapists in Cincinnati, OH
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Holistic Therapy and Healing LLC
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, Varied
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cincinnati, OH 45208
Hello! We are a Holistic full service practice that currently includes 10 therapists, a certified Hypnotherapist, and a Parenting Practitioner. We offer therapy as well as immersive experiences with a high specialization through EMDR, somatic experiencing therapy, Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy, and Hypnotherapy. We treat adults, adolescents, couples, families, and children starting at age 4. While all practitioners at the practice are united by a Holistic modality, we each specializes in different areas of treatment and are constantly expanding our skillset to benefit the community and individuals we serve.
Hello! We are a Holistic full service practice that currently includes 10 therapists, a certified Hypnotherapist, and a Parenting Practitioner. We offer therapy as well as immersive experiences with a high specialization through EMDR, somatic experiencing therapy, Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy, and Hypnotherapy. We treat adults, adolescents, couples, families, and children starting at age 4. While all practitioners at the practice are united by a Holistic modality, we each specializes in different areas of treatment and are constantly expanding our skillset to benefit the community and individuals we serve.
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Kylie Alicia Brewer
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cincinnati, OH 45246
I work with individuals and couples with a variety of diagnoses/issues. I am trained in Hypnotherapy, Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy, Gottman Couples Method Level 2, Attachment Focused EMDR, EMDR Flash and Brainspotting. I also use DBT, Family Therapy, Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy and I am IFS informed.
I work with individuals and couples with a variety of diagnoses/issues. I am trained in Hypnotherapy, Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy, Gottman Couples Method Level 2, Attachment Focused EMDR, EMDR Flash and Brainspotting. I also use DBT, Family Therapy, Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy and I am IFS informed.
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I am certified in hypnotherapy.
I am an experienced therapist that specializes in trauma and the mind body connection to stressors in our lives. I have specific training in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy) and CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy). I have found in my career that we are all complicated with differing life experiences that have made us uniquely who we are. My goal as a therapist is to help you learn about yourself, create greater self awareness and to manage your emotions in a healthy way.
I am certified in hypnotherapy.
I am an experienced therapist that specializes in trauma and the mind body connection to stressors in our lives. I have specific training in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy) and CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy). I have found in my career that we are all complicated with differing life experiences that have made us uniquely who we are. My goal as a therapist is to help you learn about yourself, create greater self awareness and to manage your emotions in a healthy way.
P. Stephen Long
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW-S, NBCFCH
Verified Verified
Cincinnati, OH 45211
I am a national board certified fellow in clinical hypnotherapy (NBCFCH).
I see people for all kinds of everyday life problems including: life and work stress; depression; anxiety; phobias/fears; obsessive-compulsive disorder; bipolar disorder; marital/couples issues; divorce; behavior problems; parenting; ADHD/ADD; clinical hypnosis; stress and anger management; smoking cessation; habit control; employee asssistance; alcohol/drug evaluations; codependence; post traumatic stress; minorities; spiritual/faith issues: and grief/loss. I provide employee assistance services to employees after traumatizing experiences like bank robberies, job injuries or coworker deaths.
I am a national board certified fellow in clinical hypnotherapy (NBCFCH).
I see people for all kinds of everyday life problems including: life and work stress; depression; anxiety; phobias/fears; obsessive-compulsive disorder; bipolar disorder; marital/couples issues; divorce; behavior problems; parenting; ADHD/ADD; clinical hypnosis; stress and anger management; smoking cessation; habit control; employee asssistance; alcohol/drug evaluations; codependence; post traumatic stress; minorities; spiritual/faith issues: and grief/loss. I provide employee assistance services to employees after traumatizing experiences like bank robberies, job injuries or coworker deaths.
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Lorena (Rena) House (Empowered Healing Counseling)
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC-S, CCTP, EMDR-Tr
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Cincinnati, OH 45201
Among the therapeutic approaches used are EMDR, Hypnotherapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, Dialectal Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Somatic approaches, all aimed to heal the Mind, Body, & Spirit of every client we work with.
Empowered Healing is a group practice with therapists who believe everyone deserves to experience the relief that comes from an increased sense of empowerment over the negative life experience/s that have led to emotional struggles that impact their fulfillment in life. All of the therapists have experience in providing treatment for depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders, C-PTSD, and PTSD. Through support, inner strength, and hope, we truly believe that healing is possible. We now offer private yoga and Reiki services to aid in your healing journey.
Among the therapeutic approaches used are EMDR, Hypnotherapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, Dialectal Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Somatic approaches, all aimed to heal the Mind, Body, & Spirit of every client we work with.
Empowered Healing is a group practice with therapists who believe everyone deserves to experience the relief that comes from an increased sense of empowerment over the negative life experience/s that have led to emotional struggles that impact their fulfillment in life. All of the therapists have experience in providing treatment for depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders, C-PTSD, and PTSD. Through support, inner strength, and hope, we truly believe that healing is possible. We now offer private yoga and Reiki services to aid in your healing journey.
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Healing Ring Therapy LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-S, CHT
Verified Verified
Cincinnati, OH 45236
The hypnotherapy that I offer can potentially provide you with the eventual release of the pain and an improved relationship with yourself and others.
Are you someone who has experienced abuse from people you should have been able to trust and ever since then you have felt fragmented or experienced disassociation from yourself or the world around you? Maybe you have been more in your head and less in your heart due to a fear of losing control or being hurt again. Or perhaps you have pursued knowledge and various therapies in a, so far, elusive quest to finally find peace of mind without success. Because of the isolating nature of the trauma, maybe you have been unable to connect with others and feel unworthy.
The hypnotherapy that I offer can potentially provide you with the eventual release of the pain and an improved relationship with yourself and others.
Are you someone who has experienced abuse from people you should have been able to trust and ever since then you have felt fragmented or experienced disassociation from yourself or the world around you? Maybe you have been more in your head and less in your heart due to a fear of losing control or being hurt again. Or perhaps you have pursued knowledge and various therapies in a, so far, elusive quest to finally find peace of mind without success. Because of the isolating nature of the trauma, maybe you have been unable to connect with others and feel unworthy.
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Marlene Feder
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LPCC, LCPC
Verified Verified
Cincinnati, OH 45215
I bring years of life experience and am trained in Gestalt techniques, EMDR, somatic psychotherapy, Grief Recovery Process, guided imagery, traditional talk therapy and Heart Centered Hypnotherapy.
Counseling is often thought of as something "weak people" turn to or something to use when you're "going crazy". In reality, counseling is a process that helps people deal with problems that occur with living our day-to-day lives. When life feels difficult or stressful, it often helps to talk with a person who listens well - to have a place where you can be heard and understood in a way that makes a difference. Counseling is that place; a collaborative process that can help you explore what's working well in your life and what you want to be different. With counseling, I want you to be able to live your most authentic life.
I bring years of life experience and am trained in Gestalt techniques, EMDR, somatic psychotherapy, Grief Recovery Process, guided imagery, traditional talk therapy and Heart Centered Hypnotherapy.
Counseling is often thought of as something "weak people" turn to or something to use when you're "going crazy". In reality, counseling is a process that helps people deal with problems that occur with living our day-to-day lives. When life feels difficult or stressful, it often helps to talk with a person who listens well - to have a place where you can be heard and understood in a way that makes a difference. Counseling is that place; a collaborative process that can help you explore what's working well in your life and what you want to be different. With counseling, I want you to be able to live your most authentic life.
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Judith Garncarek
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW, ACHT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cincinnati, OH 45243 (Online Only)
We will use Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Heart-Centered Hypnotherapy, and o.
I support and guide Clients in their quest to release old patterns of behaviors that they recognize as no longer serving them. If you are looking for emotional growth, increased awareness, and the ability to release unwanted behaviors then lets begin. I will help you building an emotional vocabulary to understand deep feelings of sadness, grief, disappointment, regret, shame, anger, overwhelmed, loneliness, and many other emotions. This is where the journey begins to an increased freedom from past pain and suffering.
We will use Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Heart-Centered Hypnotherapy, and o.
I support and guide Clients in their quest to release old patterns of behaviors that they recognize as no longer serving them. If you are looking for emotional growth, increased awareness, and the ability to release unwanted behaviors then lets begin. I will help you building an emotional vocabulary to understand deep feelings of sadness, grief, disappointment, regret, shame, anger, overwhelmed, loneliness, and many other emotions. This is where the journey begins to an increased freedom from past pain and suffering.
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What would you like to change? Are you dealing with a long-term matter, concern for a love one, or would you like to increase self-esteem and resilience? Psychotherapy helps. Understanding your needs, skills and strengths are important to improve current problems and long-standing patterns. Questions and symptoms about depression, anxiety, phobias, addictions, loss and grief can be addressed. Those unwanted habits, crisis, and situational adjustments can be improved. Therapy is a guide toward defining and reaching life goals. It can move you from psychological discomfort to personal development. Your concerns are heard.
What would you like to change? Are you dealing with a long-term matter, concern for a love one, or would you like to increase self-esteem and resilience? Psychotherapy helps. Understanding your needs, skills and strengths are important to improve current problems and long-standing patterns. Questions and symptoms about depression, anxiety, phobias, addictions, loss and grief can be addressed. Those unwanted habits, crisis, and situational adjustments can be improved. Therapy is a guide toward defining and reaching life goals. It can move you from psychological discomfort to personal development. Your concerns are heard.
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Liz Hendrickson
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, CHT
Verified Verified
Cincinnati, OH 45208
I am passionate about creating a Compassionate world! Through the healing we each implement in our own lives, we become free to give more love out to others. With each client, I take the time to deeply hear what is most important to you, what you really want to see change in your life; I listen to how your emotional and subconscious systems are communicating, and help you work with and not against them; I give you tools to rewire any stuck patterns due to trauma and unproductive thinking patterns and habits; and I help you transform critical self-talk into compassion, which deepens your ability to offer more compassion to others.
I am passionate about creating a Compassionate world! Through the healing we each implement in our own lives, we become free to give more love out to others. With each client, I take the time to deeply hear what is most important to you, what you really want to see change in your life; I listen to how your emotional and subconscious systems are communicating, and help you work with and not against them; I give you tools to rewire any stuck patterns due to trauma and unproductive thinking patterns and habits; and I help you transform critical self-talk into compassion, which deepens your ability to offer more compassion to others.
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Life can present us with difficulties and events that challenge our well-being and impact our ability to manage our life circumstances. There are times when we need guidance, support or assistance with processing these events, our thoughts and feelings, or help with making difficult life decisions. I provide counseling and therapy with a warm, caring and empathic approach. I highly value patient confidentiality, trust, understanding, and recovery. I believe that it is -in -and through the strong working relationship that develops between the client and the counselor that the healing of issues is achieved and the clients' goals are mastered.
Life can present us with difficulties and events that challenge our well-being and impact our ability to manage our life circumstances. There are times when we need guidance, support or assistance with processing these events, our thoughts and feelings, or help with making difficult life decisions. I provide counseling and therapy with a warm, caring and empathic approach. I highly value patient confidentiality, trust, understanding, and recovery. I believe that it is -in -and through the strong working relationship that develops between the client and the counselor that the healing of issues is achieved and the clients' goals are mastered.
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Rebekah Fink
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC-S
Verified Verified
Cincinnati, OH 45208
Are you suffering from trauma & finding it holding you back from living your true, authentic life? From my experience, I can see how challenging a Borderline Personality Disorder diagnosis can be on a person, & working with someone open to learning new skills to manage it better can be very rewarding! I enjoy working with people who are suffering from anxiety or depressive disorder as I have seen the progress my clients have made in those areas & I love to watch them start to live a more satisfying life. I am here to assist with any life transitions, relationship issues, grief, or OCD/phobias that are preventing you from your goals.
Are you suffering from trauma & finding it holding you back from living your true, authentic life? From my experience, I can see how challenging a Borderline Personality Disorder diagnosis can be on a person, & working with someone open to learning new skills to manage it better can be very rewarding! I enjoy working with people who are suffering from anxiety or depressive disorder as I have seen the progress my clients have made in those areas & I love to watch them start to live a more satisfying life. I am here to assist with any life transitions, relationship issues, grief, or OCD/phobias that are preventing you from your goals.
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As an integrative clinical psychologist I tailor therapy to individuals' needs and strengths. I frequently assist clients to overcome anxiety, depression, transitions in life, and other personal challenges. As a trained health psychologist I have also helped clients with health-related issues. In my six-week Stress Management Program I teach mind-body
techniques and tools for use in daily life.
I am a member of the American Psychological Association, Cincinnati Academy of Professional Psychology, and American Society of Clinical Hypnosis. My supportive, respectful, and collaborative approach is the foundation of my work, and I welcome questions about my practice.
As an integrative clinical psychologist I tailor therapy to individuals' needs and strengths. I frequently assist clients to overcome anxiety, depression, transitions in life, and other personal challenges. As a trained health psychologist I have also helped clients with health-related issues. In my six-week Stress Management Program I teach mind-body
techniques and tools for use in daily life.
I am a member of the American Psychological Association, Cincinnati Academy of Professional Psychology, and American Society of Clinical Hypnosis. My supportive, respectful, and collaborative approach is the foundation of my work, and I welcome questions about my practice.
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Michael F. Landwehr
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Cincinnati, OH 45223 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Anxious, angry, depressed, feeling considerably less than happy thoughts about family, spouse or significant other, career? Let's discuss some ways to cope and better enjoy these people. My help can assist you in bettering your outlook and participation in these relationships. Psychotherapy is therapeutic and educational and requires a treatment plan we develop together. Coaching is educational only. INTERESTED? Please go to my website : Dr. MichaelFLandwehr@ thedoctorsin.org for more information. Thank you for your interest. Please call at 513-436-0510. Whatever you decide, thank you, and thrive; not just survive!
Anxious, angry, depressed, feeling considerably less than happy thoughts about family, spouse or significant other, career? Let's discuss some ways to cope and better enjoy these people. My help can assist you in bettering your outlook and participation in these relationships. Psychotherapy is therapeutic and educational and requires a treatment plan we develop together. Coaching is educational only. INTERESTED? Please go to my website : Dr. MichaelFLandwehr@ thedoctorsin.org for more information. Thank you for your interest. Please call at 513-436-0510. Whatever you decide, thank you, and thrive; not just survive!
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Yvonne Judge
Marriage & Family Therapist, IMFT, CCHt, MAMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Cincinnati, OH 45246
I am a COUPLE counseling and TRAUMA specialist, EMDR consultant and MFT supervisor. Are you ready to make a difference in your relationship? Are you ready for change and want to see forward motion quickly? I practice proven methods of relationship therapy that will help you go from argument to compromise and move from conflict to cooperation. If you want to have a trusting, caring, intimate relationship, let's talk!
I am a COUPLE counseling and TRAUMA specialist, EMDR consultant and MFT supervisor. Are you ready to make a difference in your relationship? Are you ready for change and want to see forward motion quickly? I practice proven methods of relationship therapy that will help you go from argument to compromise and move from conflict to cooperation. If you want to have a trusting, caring, intimate relationship, let's talk!
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Many individuals have concerns with depression, grief, and anxiety. These may become overwhelming at times, even hard to deal with. However, they need not be. Don't allow these feelings to become obstacles on your journey to a more fulfilling life. Instead, transform them into stepping stones to your happiness and freedom.
Many individuals have concerns with depression, grief, and anxiety. These may become overwhelming at times, even hard to deal with. However, they need not be. Don't allow these feelings to become obstacles on your journey to a more fulfilling life. Instead, transform them into stepping stones to your happiness and freedom.
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Thankfully, I consider myself blessed to have never “worked” a day in my life. I started over 25 years ago providing clinical social work to abused and neglected children and adolescents. Over the years, I have worked with multiple populations in rural and urban settings with low and high incomes. I diagnose and provide therapy to all age ranges, children to seniors. The diversity of the populations I work with include children, adolescents, adults, couples, LGBTQIA, veterans, and families.
Thankfully, I consider myself blessed to have never “worked” a day in my life. I started over 25 years ago providing clinical social work to abused and neglected children and adolescents. Over the years, I have worked with multiple populations in rural and urban settings with low and high incomes. I diagnose and provide therapy to all age ranges, children to seniors. The diversity of the populations I work with include children, adolescents, adults, couples, LGBTQIA, veterans, and families.
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I would be honored to join you on your life journey. Whether you are experiencing stress, needing support, looking for coping skills, wanting a deeper understanding of your inner self, or just curious about exploring your purpose; we can work together to find the answers. I offer a safe, confidential, and supportive environment in which to explore, learn, and gain inner wisdom.
I would be honored to join you on your life journey. Whether you are experiencing stress, needing support, looking for coping skills, wanting a deeper understanding of your inner self, or just curious about exploring your purpose; we can work together to find the answers. I offer a safe, confidential, and supportive environment in which to explore, learn, and gain inner wisdom.
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Dr. Jeffery Baker is a clinical & forensic psychologist. He offers many different clinical and forensic services. If you wish to schedule an appointment with Dr. Baker it is quick and easy. Go to his website: drjefferybaker.com and on the home page hit the "Book Now" button to log in and find a day and time which works for you.
Dr. Jeffery Baker is a clinical & forensic psychologist. He offers many different clinical and forensic services. If you wish to schedule an appointment with Dr. Baker it is quick and easy. Go to his website: drjefferybaker.com and on the home page hit the "Book Now" button to log in and find a day and time which works for you.
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Dick Anthony Genardi
Psychologist, PhD, BCN
Verified Verified
Cincinnati, OH 45221 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in helping persons with chronic, disabling medical and mental health conditions improve their quality of life. In our work together, you will learn self-regulation skills for the management of physical and emotional concerns; lessen the impact of pain, reduce anxious feelings, increase positive mood. To help you accomplish your goals, I combine psychotherapy with methods from neuroscience and physiology. Based on your needs, offerings may include traditional biofeedback and quantitative EEG guided neurofeedback (BF&NF), heart rate variability training(HRV),pulsed/repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation(rTMS), cranial electrical stimulation (CES), transcranial direct current stimulation (TDCS)
I specialize in helping persons with chronic, disabling medical and mental health conditions improve their quality of life. In our work together, you will learn self-regulation skills for the management of physical and emotional concerns; lessen the impact of pain, reduce anxious feelings, increase positive mood. To help you accomplish your goals, I combine psychotherapy with methods from neuroscience and physiology. Based on your needs, offerings may include traditional biofeedback and quantitative EEG guided neurofeedback (BF&NF), heart rate variability training(HRV),pulsed/repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation(rTMS), cranial electrical stimulation (CES), transcranial direct current stimulation (TDCS)
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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.