Hypnotherapists in Linn County, OR

Corvallis Neurofeedback and Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Albany, OR 97322
Waitlist for new clients
I have been a licensed counselor since 1998. Areas of experience include working with children, adolescents and adults focusing on rebuilding and/or developing the ability to navigate life's challenges. I believe that all human beings are spiritual, biological and emotional and that healing comes from balancing these aspects of self. I use traditional talk therapies such as Contextual Family Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I also have pursued certification programs in Hypnotherapy, Neurolinguistic Programing, Professional Life Coaching and Neurobiofeedback as well as other continuing education courses required by NBCC and Oregon.
I have been a licensed counselor since 1998. Areas of experience include working with children, adolescents and adults focusing on rebuilding and/or developing the ability to navigate life's challenges. I believe that all human beings are spiritual, biological and emotional and that healing comes from balancing these aspects of self. I use traditional talk therapies such as Contextual Family Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I also have pursued certification programs in Hypnotherapy, Neurolinguistic Programing, Professional Life Coaching and Neurobiofeedback as well as other continuing education courses required by NBCC and Oregon.
(541) 249-2515 View (541) 249-2515
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Rob Koning
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, MCoun
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Albany, OR 97321
Waitlist for new clients
From time to time, the complexity of life demands something that overwhelms our usual coping strategies. These challenges can sometimes be brought on by relationships, careers, family, or health. Or perhaps it’s something more connected to our core understanding of the world around us. The meaning we've made from life's past events serves as a template for how we will process each new experience in the future. My goal is to help facilitate an insight-oriented process of understanding why we feel the way we do and provide a source of strength and a healthy curiosity to lead to a better tomorrow.
From time to time, the complexity of life demands something that overwhelms our usual coping strategies. These challenges can sometimes be brought on by relationships, careers, family, or health. Or perhaps it’s something more connected to our core understanding of the world around us. The meaning we've made from life's past events serves as a template for how we will process each new experience in the future. My goal is to help facilitate an insight-oriented process of understanding why we feel the way we do and provide a source of strength and a healthy curiosity to lead to a better tomorrow.
(541) 243-7705 View (541) 243-7705

Online Therapists

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Robin Kellett, LPC, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97215
Waitlist for new clients
I use EMDR therapy, clinical hypnotherapy, distress tolerance skill building, mind/body connection, meditation, guided imagery, & CBT to help you reduce anxiety, depression and traumatic stress symptoms while supporting healthy lifestyle changes and improved relationships.
Living with anxieties / fears, depression and stress can be overwhelming. One may resort to avoidance and unhealthy lifestyle choices as a means of escape. I offer a safe place and opportunity for you to explore your concerns while learning healthy and effective ways to manage intense feelings and resolve problems. Our work together can help you uncover issues that impact your present, learn different ways of looking at things and grow confidence in your ability to live well.
I use EMDR therapy, clinical hypnotherapy, distress tolerance skill building, mind/body connection, meditation, guided imagery, & CBT to help you reduce anxiety, depression and traumatic stress symptoms while supporting healthy lifestyle changes and improved relationships.
Living with anxieties / fears, depression and stress can be overwhelming. One may resort to avoidance and unhealthy lifestyle choices as a means of escape. I offer a safe place and opportunity for you to explore your concerns while learning healthy and effective ways to manage intense feelings and resolve problems. Our work together can help you uncover issues that impact your present, learn different ways of looking at things and grow confidence in your ability to live well.
(978) 415-9926 View (978) 415-9926
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Angela Guerrero Chapin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, RYT
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97232
I offer Hypnotherapy as a tool for clients to access their subconscious mind, connect more deeply with their emotions, and gain insight into what prevents them from changing unwanted behaviors.
Do you feel as though you are your own worst enemy? When in the midst of a problem or stressful situation, does it seem like you make matters worse by being self-critical or saying self-defeating things to yourself? When we are going through something painful or difficult to accept, our internal dialogue sometimes becomes judgmental and self-critical, causing us to feel overwhelmed and doubt our ability to manage things on our own. Often we do not notice how the relationship we have with ourselves affects our ability to cope, solve problems, and live the life we want.
I offer Hypnotherapy as a tool for clients to access their subconscious mind, connect more deeply with their emotions, and gain insight into what prevents them from changing unwanted behaviors.
Do you feel as though you are your own worst enemy? When in the midst of a problem or stressful situation, does it seem like you make matters worse by being self-critical or saying self-defeating things to yourself? When we are going through something painful or difficult to accept, our internal dialogue sometimes becomes judgmental and self-critical, causing us to feel overwhelmed and doubt our ability to manage things on our own. Often we do not notice how the relationship we have with ourselves affects our ability to cope, solve problems, and live the life we want.
(971) 351-4376 View (971) 351-4376
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Ryja (Rylan Jay) Testa
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97211
I personalize treatment for you, using a combination of insight oriented work, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, guided meditation, dream work, forest therapy, hypnotherapy, art, movement, and music therapies.
Serving Oregon & California. Are you contemplating or working through a major change, transition, or transformation? This could mean a shift in work, relationship, gender or sexual identity, spiritual perspective, health status, or a recent loss. When we are thrust into the unknown, finding a new way forward can feel confusing, overwhelming, scary, or uncertain. You might be unsure of what to do next, worry you have lost your way, or find it hard to trust you will land on your feet again. I specialize in working with people navigating major change. I walk alongside you in the mystery until you find your way to the other shore
I personalize treatment for you, using a combination of insight oriented work, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, guided meditation, dream work, forest therapy, hypnotherapy, art, movement, and music therapies.
Serving Oregon & California. Are you contemplating or working through a major change, transition, or transformation? This could mean a shift in work, relationship, gender or sexual identity, spiritual perspective, health status, or a recent loss. When we are thrust into the unknown, finding a new way forward can feel confusing, overwhelming, scary, or uncertain. You might be unsure of what to do next, worry you have lost your way, or find it hard to trust you will land on your feet again. I specialize in working with people navigating major change. I walk alongside you in the mystery until you find your way to the other shore
(707) 243-3293 View (707) 243-3293
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Kathryn F Weymouth
PhD
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97206
We will look at traditional counseling, various forms of energy psychology, energy healing, hypnotherapy, past life regression, counseling for grief, loss, and trauma, and other techniques under these broad headings.
My clients are high functioning individuals who want help getting unstuck in some area of their lives, are seeking direction, and want help in alleviating pain, whether it is physical, emotional, psychological, relational, or spiritual. It's not unusual for them to have tried different therapies before coming to me, and most find that the combination of approaches that I use creates a healing synergy that they have not found elsewhere. In fact, my business card says "Deep Healing for Body, Mind, and Spirit." See my website at kweymouth.com for details.
We will look at traditional counseling, various forms of energy psychology, energy healing, hypnotherapy, past life regression, counseling for grief, loss, and trauma, and other techniques under these broad headings.
My clients are high functioning individuals who want help getting unstuck in some area of their lives, are seeking direction, and want help in alleviating pain, whether it is physical, emotional, psychological, relational, or spiritual. It's not unusual for them to have tried different therapies before coming to me, and most find that the combination of approaches that I use creates a healing synergy that they have not found elsewhere. In fact, my business card says "Deep Healing for Body, Mind, and Spirit." See my website at kweymouth.com for details.
(503) 376-8719 View (503) 376-8719
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Lisa Penny
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97217
I support families, couples, and individuals. Whatever the problem, challenge, trauma or pain, the power to change exists within you and your family. I believe that an effective therapist's job is to support a "shift," not to create it for you. Together, we can make progress toward your goals and desires. I am also trained and certified in hypnotherapy.
I support families, couples, and individuals. Whatever the problem, challenge, trauma or pain, the power to change exists within you and your family. I believe that an effective therapist's job is to support a "shift," not to create it for you. Together, we can make progress toward your goals and desires. I am also trained and certified in hypnotherapy.
(310) 990-9164 View (310) 990-9164
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The Healing Haven
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Salem, OR 97302
We use talk therapy, hypnotherapy, EMDR, IFS etc to get to the source of the issue and eliminate unwanted problems or improve strained relationships.
I have been working in the therapeutic field for 40 years and am licensed Mental Health Therapist and Clinical Hypnotherapist. I am the founder of The Healing Haven. Visit our website www.healinghaven.net to see all of our therapists and the multitude of issues that they treat. We provide both individual and online therapy. We are contacted with Kaiser Insurance and OHP. We look forward to guiding you through your healing journey!
We use talk therapy, hypnotherapy, EMDR, IFS etc to get to the source of the issue and eliminate unwanted problems or improve strained relationships.
I have been working in the therapeutic field for 40 years and am licensed Mental Health Therapist and Clinical Hypnotherapist. I am the founder of The Healing Haven. Visit our website www.healinghaven.net to see all of our therapists and the multitude of issues that they treat. We provide both individual and online therapy. We are contacted with Kaiser Insurance and OHP. We look forward to guiding you through your healing journey!
(971) 236-5193 View (971) 236-5193
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Steven Ruiz Bettencourt
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, LPC, CHT, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Milwaukie, OR 97222
Waitlist for new clients
I am a compassionate and intuitive licensed psychotherapist & hypnotist. I have been practicing for 40 years. I specialize in anger management, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties/couples counseling, motivation, personality disorders, EMDR and hypnosis for a variety of issues. I am a member of the Oregon Counseling Association, American Counseling Association, National Anger Management Association, Oregon Mediation Association, and I am a board member of the Oregon Hypnotherapy Association, and President of World Musado Federation. I am familiar with Spanish, as my father is from Spain although I am not fluent.
I am a compassionate and intuitive licensed psychotherapist & hypnotist. I have been practicing for 40 years. I specialize in anger management, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties/couples counseling, motivation, personality disorders, EMDR and hypnosis for a variety of issues. I am a member of the Oregon Counseling Association, American Counseling Association, National Anger Management Association, Oregon Mediation Association, and I am a board member of the Oregon Hypnotherapy Association, and President of World Musado Federation. I am familiar with Spanish, as my father is from Spain although I am not fluent.
(503) 496-7421 View (503) 496-7421
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Soul Fusion Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Corvallis, OR 97330
In my unique style of counseling, I offer a beautiful blend of evidenced based psychotherapy and blend it with energy healing, astrology, hypnotherapy and other ancient healing techniques that are specific to the unique needs of your energetic spiritual blueprint.
In my unique style of counseling, I offer a beautiful blend of evidenced based psychotherapy and blend it with energy healing, astrology, hypnotherapy and other ancient healing techniques that are specific to the unique needs of your energetic spiritual blueprint.
(541) 348-8755 View (541) 348-8755
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Brandy K. Poirier
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97205
Waitlist for new clients
Lifespan Integration, Neurofeedback, Attachment-Focused EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing), Interpersonal Neurobiology and Hypnotherapy are some of the evidence-based methods we’ll use to help you feel better, faster.
Do you notice that worry, conflict, or self-doubt are leaving you feeling exhausted, paralyzed, or overwhelmed? Or find yourself stuck in situations or patterns that no longer serve you? If past or current events are limiting your ability to fully live your life, this could be a great time to see a therapist. When you enter new territory, having a skilled companion by your side--to really listen, see your strengths, offer new tools, and be with you while you explore and heal the difficult places--can give you the clarity, courage, and confidence to effectively make the changes you want to see in your life more quickly.
Lifespan Integration, Neurofeedback, Attachment-Focused EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing), Interpersonal Neurobiology and Hypnotherapy are some of the evidence-based methods we’ll use to help you feel better, faster.
Do you notice that worry, conflict, or self-doubt are leaving you feeling exhausted, paralyzed, or overwhelmed? Or find yourself stuck in situations or patterns that no longer serve you? If past or current events are limiting your ability to fully live your life, this could be a great time to see a therapist. When you enter new territory, having a skilled companion by your side--to really listen, see your strengths, offer new tools, and be with you while you explore and heal the difficult places--can give you the clarity, courage, and confidence to effectively make the changes you want to see in your life more quickly.
(503) 567-1286 View (503) 567-1286
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Don Sellers LCSW - - - Blue Heron Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Eugene, OR 97403
If indicated, and with the client’s informed consent, I use hypnotherapy as a tool to access the unconscious mind’s healing ability.
Human connection is the first constant in any therapeutic change. Therefore, my work is aimed at first creating a collaborative process focused on building a therapeutic relationship with the shared goals of achieving your vision for a meaningful life. It is my job to work with you to build on your considerable strengths and assets to create new ways of coping and growing. Often, traumatic experiences and difficulties have left us struggling to realize that vision. We will explore the effects that experiences have on your life today, and work toward a present and future that keeps
If indicated, and with the client’s informed consent, I use hypnotherapy as a tool to access the unconscious mind’s healing ability.
Human connection is the first constant in any therapeutic change. Therefore, my work is aimed at first creating a collaborative process focused on building a therapeutic relationship with the shared goals of achieving your vision for a meaningful life. It is my job to work with you to build on your considerable strengths and assets to create new ways of coping and growing. Often, traumatic experiences and difficulties have left us struggling to realize that vision. We will explore the effects that experiences have on your life today, and work toward a present and future that keeps
(541) 636-2471 View (541) 636-2471
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Healing Minds Therapy LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97204  (Online Only)
Drawing from my years of training in CBT, DBT, hypnotherapy and relationship work.
Hello, I'm Molly Terry, a dedicated and compassionate psychotherapist with a passion for guiding individuals through life's challenges. My expertise lies in offering support and therapeutic interventions for those grappling with stress, anxiety, trauma, relationship complexities, and pivotal life transitions. I firmly believe that personal growth sprouts from understanding and reflection, and my therapeutic space is designed to foster just that. When you choose to work with me, you're stepping into a safe haven—a space imbued with trust, honesty, and compassion. It's a sanctuary where you can delve deep into self-exploration
Drawing from my years of training in CBT, DBT, hypnotherapy and relationship work.
Hello, I'm Molly Terry, a dedicated and compassionate psychotherapist with a passion for guiding individuals through life's challenges. My expertise lies in offering support and therapeutic interventions for those grappling with stress, anxiety, trauma, relationship complexities, and pivotal life transitions. I firmly believe that personal growth sprouts from understanding and reflection, and my therapeutic space is designed to foster just that. When you choose to work with me, you're stepping into a safe haven—a space imbued with trust, honesty, and compassion. It's a sanctuary where you can delve deep into self-exploration
(503) 594-7655 View (503) 594-7655
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Parker Preston
LPC Intern, QMHP, CADCIII
Verified Verified
Bend, OR 97703  (Online Only)
I recently completed EMDR & Hypnotherapy Training.
I'm Parker a Mental Health Therapist who provides telehealth / video therapy for OHP members on IHN, PacificSource, and CareOregon plans. When it comes to therapy, I believe you are the author of your story. I hope to create a space where you feel brave, respected, and welcome to explore your experience. My expertise centers on mind-body connections to better manage anxiety, depression, and stress. I also have expertise working with at-risk youth and the LGBTQIA2S+ community as a culturally specific provider (CLSS) in Oregon.
I recently completed EMDR & Hypnotherapy Training.
I'm Parker a Mental Health Therapist who provides telehealth / video therapy for OHP members on IHN, PacificSource, and CareOregon plans. When it comes to therapy, I believe you are the author of your story. I hope to create a space where you feel brave, respected, and welcome to explore your experience. My expertise centers on mind-body connections to better manage anxiety, depression, and stress. I also have expertise working with at-risk youth and the LGBTQIA2S+ community as a culturally specific provider (CLSS) in Oregon.
(541) 845-8733 View (541) 845-8733
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Stellium Integrative Wellness
MA, PhD
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97209  (Online Only)
Stellium Integrative Wellness is compassion-based & uses tools like positive psychology, meditation & hypnotherapy techniques 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, & grief from loss (job, parent/family member/friend, partner, child, home, bankruptcy, divorce/separation). Areas of expertise include life coaching, hypnosis, love-relationships/dating, & confidence/self-esteem building.
Stellium Integrative Wellness is compassion-based & uses tools like positive psychology, meditation & hypnotherapy techniques 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, & grief from loss (job, parent/family member/friend, partner, child, home, bankruptcy, divorce/separation). Areas of expertise include life coaching, hypnosis, love-relationships/dating, & confidence/self-esteem building.
(503) 461-7881 View (503) 461-7881
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Soul Fusion Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Salem, OR 97301
In my unique style of counseling, I offer a beautiful blend of evidenced based psychotherapy and blend it with energy healing, astrology, hypnotherapy and other ancient healing techniques that are specific to the unique needs of your energetic spiritual blueprint.
In my unique style of counseling, I offer a beautiful blend of evidenced based psychotherapy and blend it with energy healing, astrology, hypnotherapy and other ancient healing techniques that are specific to the unique needs of your energetic spiritual blueprint.
(503) 647-4483 View (503) 647-4483
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MindTree Holistic Counseling & Wellness Center LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LCSW, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97221
We also offer wellness services like Reiki Healing, Hypnotherapy, Ayurveda, Yoga and Mindfulness meditation are offered.
At MindTree we treat the person as a whole, by integrating the healing of mind and Body. Our team of holistic practitioners provide a collaborative health care model and create a personalized Holistic Wellness plan for adults, younger children, teens, elderly adults, couples and families. We believe in the philosophy that mind and body do not operate separately, rather interdependently. All of the Holistic Counseling techniques that MindTree offers are evidence-based, peer reviewed, and represent current best practices in the field.
We also offer wellness services like Reiki Healing, Hypnotherapy, Ayurveda, Yoga and Mindfulness meditation are offered.
At MindTree we treat the person as a whole, by integrating the healing of mind and Body. Our team of holistic practitioners provide a collaborative health care model and create a personalized Holistic Wellness plan for adults, younger children, teens, elderly adults, couples and families. We believe in the philosophy that mind and body do not operate separately, rather interdependently. All of the Holistic Counseling techniques that MindTree offers are evidence-based, peer reviewed, and represent current best practices in the field.
(503) 210-9420 View (503) 210-9420
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Johanna Courtleigh
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Lake Oswego, OR 97035  (Online Only)
My practice is now mostly focused on Coaching and Hypnotherapy, especially Past Life Regression.
Most of us grew up learning who we were somehow wasn't quite okay. To cope and survive, we adopted a false self to gain the approval of others and minimize the pain we were in. Healing is the process of recovering the true self, so we can begin to live authentically and thrive. As you become aware of and reclaim the parts of yourself that you have repressed, numbed or disowned, you are able to move toward a deeper sense of self-love, awareness, personal empowerment, ease and integrity--internally, and in your relationships with others.
My practice is now mostly focused on Coaching and Hypnotherapy, especially Past Life Regression.
Most of us grew up learning who we were somehow wasn't quite okay. To cope and survive, we adopted a false self to gain the approval of others and minimize the pain we were in. Healing is the process of recovering the true self, so we can begin to live authentically and thrive. As you become aware of and reclaim the parts of yourself that you have repressed, numbed or disowned, you are able to move toward a deeper sense of self-love, awareness, personal empowerment, ease and integrity--internally, and in your relationships with others.
(503) 567-4617 View (503) 567-4617
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Solomon Buccola
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Eugene, OR 97402
I draw on a wide range of methods from the cognitive-behavioral to the transpersonal, including parts work, somatic experiencing, guided visualization, and hypnotherapy.
My focus is helping people transform long-standing roots of emotional distress, especially those resulting from difficult or traumatizing backgrounds, including diffuse and difficult to name traumas such as enmeshment and emotional neglect. I work together with clients to pinpoint the inner and outer sources of distress in their lives, develop a plan to transform this distress, and provide the tools of inner transformation, enabling them to relate to their lives with greater peace, clarity, stability and agency – aiming always for an open authenticity that is fully alive and empowered.
I draw on a wide range of methods from the cognitive-behavioral to the transpersonal, including parts work, somatic experiencing, guided visualization, and hypnotherapy.
My focus is helping people transform long-standing roots of emotional distress, especially those resulting from difficult or traumatizing backgrounds, including diffuse and difficult to name traumas such as enmeshment and emotional neglect. I work together with clients to pinpoint the inner and outer sources of distress in their lives, develop a plan to transform this distress, and provide the tools of inner transformation, enabling them to relate to their lives with greater peace, clarity, stability and agency – aiming always for an open authenticity that is fully alive and empowered.
(541) 692-3824 View (541) 692-3824
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Margot Miles, Hypnotherapist
CHT
Verified Verified
Lake Oswego, OR 97035
Using hypnotherapy, you can reduce stress, gain confidence, boost motivation and enjoy greater control.
Have you been feeling stressed, stuck or overwhelmed? Finding it difficult to stop unhealthy thoughts, habits or behaviors? Hypnosis can help.
Using hypnotherapy, you can reduce stress, gain confidence, boost motivation and enjoy greater control.
Have you been feeling stressed, stuck or overwhelmed? Finding it difficult to stop unhealthy thoughts, habits or behaviors? Hypnosis can help.
(503) 442-6221 View (503) 442-6221

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.