Hypnotherapists in Springfield, OR

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Alive Holistic Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Springfield, OR 97477
**We now take OHP through Pacificsource.** Alive Holistic Counseling is an integrative counseling clinic that uses client-centered, strengths-based therapies to help people achieve their personal goals and cultivate authenticity in their relationships. Our therapists are specially trained in holistic therapies such as EMDR, Neurofeedback, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Hypnotherapy, Hakomi and Certified Body Talk that enable clients to go deeper into their healing journey. Our focus on evidence-based approaches that integrate the body with the busy mind allow for work to go beyond what keeps us trapped in old patterns of being.
**We now take OHP through Pacificsource.** Alive Holistic Counseling is an integrative counseling clinic that uses client-centered, strengths-based therapies to help people achieve their personal goals and cultivate authenticity in their relationships. Our therapists are specially trained in holistic therapies such as EMDR, Neurofeedback, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Hypnotherapy, Hakomi and Certified Body Talk that enable clients to go deeper into their healing journey. Our focus on evidence-based approaches that integrate the body with the busy mind allow for work to go beyond what keeps us trapped in old patterns of being.
(541) 291-9252 View (541) 291-9252
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Willow Ann Rose
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CHT
Verified Verified
Springfield, OR 97478
Life is a gift and challenge! Those ways of living you once created or were taught may no longer be beneficial. Releasing old hurts allows room for change. We all get stuck at times! Compassionate psychotherapy can be the first step toward imagining new possibilities. Together we explore "old" ways that may inhibit your abilities to befriend yourself and create positive connection with others. Awareness, , Transpersonal Hypnotherapy, and other offerings can help you identify next steps and support your intentions for change. At root, healing is courage, self empowerment and engaging with the wise resources at your center.
Life is a gift and challenge! Those ways of living you once created or were taught may no longer be beneficial. Releasing old hurts allows room for change. We all get stuck at times! Compassionate psychotherapy can be the first step toward imagining new possibilities. Together we explore "old" ways that may inhibit your abilities to befriend yourself and create positive connection with others. Awareness, , Transpersonal Hypnotherapy, and other offerings can help you identify next steps and support your intentions for change. At root, healing is courage, self empowerment and engaging with the wise resources at your center.
(541) 237-7047 View (541) 237-7047
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Eugene Relationship Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Springfield, OR 97477  (Online Only)
Asking for help can be a very difficult thing to do. Finding a therapist with whom you feel secure and comfortable can be equally daunting, especially when you are in the midst of emotional and psychological pain. I am invested in cultivating a safe, supportive, and trusting connection intended to improve your choices and enhance your relationships with yourself and others.
Asking for help can be a very difficult thing to do. Finding a therapist with whom you feel secure and comfortable can be equally daunting, especially when you are in the midst of emotional and psychological pain. I am invested in cultivating a safe, supportive, and trusting connection intended to improve your choices and enhance your relationships with yourself and others.
(541) 526-7634 View (541) 526-7634
Behavioral Health Center
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Springfield, OR 97477
We are a multidisciplinary group of experienced clinicians. Are you in need of a therapist who will be with you during difficult times like relationship issues or emotional trauma? Our Therapists can be that helpful, knowledgeable, and supportive professional that you need. We offer counseling that promotes increased self-awareness, understanding and a state of well-being in individuals, couples, and families. Our therapeutic techniques include exploring repetitive themes, recurring situations, familial, and behavioral patterns to assist you in developing more effective methods of relating to yourself and others.
We are a multidisciplinary group of experienced clinicians. Are you in need of a therapist who will be with you during difficult times like relationship issues or emotional trauma? Our Therapists can be that helpful, knowledgeable, and supportive professional that you need. We offer counseling that promotes increased self-awareness, understanding and a state of well-being in individuals, couples, and families. Our therapeutic techniques include exploring repetitive themes, recurring situations, familial, and behavioral patterns to assist you in developing more effective methods of relating to yourself and others.
(541) 342-8208 View (541) 342-8208
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Gail Keller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Springfield, OR 97477
CHILD, ADOLESCENT, ADULT, AND FAMILY SPECIALIST: Anxiety, Anger, Depression, Relationship Issues, Behavior Problems, Trauma, PTSD, Grief and Loss, Adoption, and Christian Counseling. As a therapist, I draw on a broad palette of treatment modalities that enables me to select the most suitable therapeutic techniques for each one of my clients. Some of the therapies that have proven most successful in my work with children, adolescents, and adults: Cognitive-Behavior Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Art Therapy, Play Therapy, and Narrative Therapy.
CHILD, ADOLESCENT, ADULT, AND FAMILY SPECIALIST: Anxiety, Anger, Depression, Relationship Issues, Behavior Problems, Trauma, PTSD, Grief and Loss, Adoption, and Christian Counseling. As a therapist, I draw on a broad palette of treatment modalities that enables me to select the most suitable therapeutic techniques for each one of my clients. Some of the therapies that have proven most successful in my work with children, adolescents, and adults: Cognitive-Behavior Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Art Therapy, Play Therapy, and Narrative Therapy.
(541) 233-0274 View (541) 233-0274
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Kristen Sweet
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Springfield, OR 97477
Not accepting new clients
Hypnotherapy and EMDR access & then help in the processing of traumatic memories and other adverse life experiences in order to promote healing through integration of healthier, more comfortable thoughts and beliefs.
As a licensed professional counselor, I dedicate myself to a therapeutic relationship focused on connection and personal growth. My approach is rooted in the desire to promote wellness by eliminating barriers to living an authentic and meaningful life. I believe in a compassionate approach that uses strengths as building blocks of well-being. I use cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to help identify and challenge limiting beliefs, recognize negative patterns, and support change. I'm also trained in modalities including The Daring Way™, hypnotherapy, and EMDR.
Hypnotherapy and EMDR access & then help in the processing of traumatic memories and other adverse life experiences in order to promote healing through integration of healthier, more comfortable thoughts and beliefs.
As a licensed professional counselor, I dedicate myself to a therapeutic relationship focused on connection and personal growth. My approach is rooted in the desire to promote wellness by eliminating barriers to living an authentic and meaningful life. I believe in a compassionate approach that uses strengths as building blocks of well-being. I use cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to help identify and challenge limiting beliefs, recognize negative patterns, and support change. I'm also trained in modalities including The Daring Way™, hypnotherapy, and EMDR.
(541) 238-9129 View (541) 238-9129
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Dave Boyer
Marriage & Family Therapist, MEd, CADC, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Springfield, OR 97477
Not accepting new clients
I provide individual and family therapy to residents of Lane County, assisting clients with trauma, anxiety, family distress, substance abuse & addiction/recovery issues, life transition difficulties, and other life challenges. I utilize both time-honored and cutting edge therapeutic methods, realizing that therapy must be tailored to each unique individual or family to be effective. Coming from a systems background, I view problems as being embedded within the context of family, community, employment, educational, legal and other systems - affecting and being influenced by each of these.
I provide individual and family therapy to residents of Lane County, assisting clients with trauma, anxiety, family distress, substance abuse & addiction/recovery issues, life transition difficulties, and other life challenges. I utilize both time-honored and cutting edge therapeutic methods, realizing that therapy must be tailored to each unique individual or family to be effective. Coming from a systems background, I view problems as being embedded within the context of family, community, employment, educational, legal and other systems - affecting and being influenced by each of these.
(541) 215-8162 View (541) 215-8162
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Galyn Forster
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Springfield, OR 97477
Not accepting new clients
Do you long for personal growth and happiness but find yourself struggling with old wounds, criticism, anxiety and self defeating behaviors? The individuals I work with learn to tap into their own natural instinct to heal and thrive. With 30 years experience, I am skilled at helping people find competence and meaning when they thought there was no hope. Together in the adventure of counseling, we explore how your life experiences, relationships and natural mind-body systems currently serve you - well, not so well or quite badly - and then work together to restore strength, balance and vitality.
Do you long for personal growth and happiness but find yourself struggling with old wounds, criticism, anxiety and self defeating behaviors? The individuals I work with learn to tap into their own natural instinct to heal and thrive. With 30 years experience, I am skilled at helping people find competence and meaning when they thought there was no hope. Together in the adventure of counseling, we explore how your life experiences, relationships and natural mind-body systems currently serve you - well, not so well or quite badly - and then work together to restore strength, balance and vitality.
(541) 246-6040 View (541) 246-6040
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Emily Snodgrass
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, RYT
Verified Verified
Springfield, OR 97475
Not accepting new clients
Apologies, my practice is full. As humans, we were not designed to move through life alone. I want to be a witness and collaborator in your journey. Each person is innately different and composed of many aspects that create an individual you. For this reason, each therapeutic relationship will function differently. My therapeutic foundation encompasses the fact that the mind and body only work in ways to keep you safe. My integrated style will build upon your internal resources of connection, curiosity, courage, and your own unique spark; from there, your personal path will be illuminated.
Apologies, my practice is full. As humans, we were not designed to move through life alone. I want to be a witness and collaborator in your journey. Each person is innately different and composed of many aspects that create an individual you. For this reason, each therapeutic relationship will function differently. My therapeutic foundation encompasses the fact that the mind and body only work in ways to keep you safe. My integrated style will build upon your internal resources of connection, curiosity, courage, and your own unique spark; from there, your personal path will be illuminated.
(541) 255-4438 View (541) 255-4438
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Haydee (Zoraya) Henao
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Springfield, OR 97475
Not accepting new clients
Living in this moment in time can feel very stressful! Most clients I see are impacted by issues related to trauma, grief, relational distress, low self-worth, constant stress, anxiety, depression, chronic mental/physical illness, and experiencing oppression/marginalization for who they are, among other issues. They come seeking a deeper understanding of themselves, relief from emotional pain, guidance on navigating the complexities of relationships, and to learn how to manage life stressors, heal, live authentically, and ultimately, thrive.
Living in this moment in time can feel very stressful! Most clients I see are impacted by issues related to trauma, grief, relational distress, low self-worth, constant stress, anxiety, depression, chronic mental/physical illness, and experiencing oppression/marginalization for who they are, among other issues. They come seeking a deeper understanding of themselves, relief from emotional pain, guidance on navigating the complexities of relationships, and to learn how to manage life stressors, heal, live authentically, and ultimately, thrive.
(541) 204-4942 View (541) 204-4942

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Indra Dissanayake
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, CHT, MA, MEd
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Eugene, OR 97403
I am certified in Clinical Hypnotherapy, which I effectively integrate in to my therapy if a client requests.
As your therapist, my compassion and understanding allows me to connect with you on a deeper level. This therapeutic relationship, starting from our first meeting, allows you to feel trusted, safe and hopeful in addressing your current or past issues. I am very passionate about helping you find solutions to overcome your obstacles so that you can reach your highest potential. I work with adults of all ages dealing with anxiety, depression, life-transitions, grief and loss, career and academic burn out, relationship issues, trauma and many other challenges.
I am certified in Clinical Hypnotherapy, which I effectively integrate in to my therapy if a client requests.
As your therapist, my compassion and understanding allows me to connect with you on a deeper level. This therapeutic relationship, starting from our first meeting, allows you to feel trusted, safe and hopeful in addressing your current or past issues. I am very passionate about helping you find solutions to overcome your obstacles so that you can reach your highest potential. I work with adults of all ages dealing with anxiety, depression, life-transitions, grief and loss, career and academic burn out, relationship issues, trauma and many other challenges.
(458) 218-7623 View (458) 218-7623
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Zina Krivoruk
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CHT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Eugene, OR 97403  (Online Only)
I offer Telehealth services in both Texas and Oregon, leveraging modalities such as EMDR, hypnotherapy, mindfulness practices and insight work to foster profound self-awareness and insight.
As a therapist, I specialize in working with highly sensitive individuals, those eager to explore spirituality in depth, teachers, creative minds, and individuals striving to enhance their roles as partners in relationships. My core therapeutic approach is rooted in mindfulness, shaped by my intensive training in a Buddhist Monastery where I honed my meditation skills, and embraced prolonged periods of introspective silence. These experiences have equipped me with the tools to guide others towards a space of joyful self-discovery, facilitating the germination of authentic desires.
I offer Telehealth services in both Texas and Oregon, leveraging modalities such as EMDR, hypnotherapy, mindfulness practices and insight work to foster profound self-awareness and insight.
As a therapist, I specialize in working with highly sensitive individuals, those eager to explore spirituality in depth, teachers, creative minds, and individuals striving to enhance their roles as partners in relationships. My core therapeutic approach is rooted in mindfulness, shaped by my intensive training in a Buddhist Monastery where I honed my meditation skills, and embraced prolonged periods of introspective silence. These experiences have equipped me with the tools to guide others towards a space of joyful self-discovery, facilitating the germination of authentic desires.
(503) 436-6398 View (503) 436-6398
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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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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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Soul Fusion Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Eugene, OR 97440
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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Celeste Walker
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Eugene, OR 97405  (Online Only)
Mindful, gentle, supportive, intuitive. You may be struggling with anxiety, depression, and frustration or find yourself turning to unhealthy behaviors for relief and escape from uncomfortable feelings. You may also be struggling to be free of the devestating effects of past trauma. Or you may have a knowing that there is a freer, stronger, and more joyful you that has just seemed to remain out of reach, despite your good efforts. Through mindfulness attention and somaticwareness, that which was previously "in the way" becomes our doorway to healing, clarity, peace, joy, and the ability to realize our personal and life goals.
Mindful, gentle, supportive, intuitive. You may be struggling with anxiety, depression, and frustration or find yourself turning to unhealthy behaviors for relief and escape from uncomfortable feelings. You may also be struggling to be free of the devestating effects of past trauma. Or you may have a knowing that there is a freer, stronger, and more joyful you that has just seemed to remain out of reach, despite your good efforts. Through mindfulness attention and somaticwareness, that which was previously "in the way" becomes our doorway to healing, clarity, peace, joy, and the ability to realize our personal and life goals.
(541) 799-5289 View (541) 799-5289
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Muriell Carlisle - Counseling Oregon Llc
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CHT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Eugene, OR 97408  (Online Only)
What if you could eliminate self-sabotage? What if you could heal your relationship? Imagine if you regained control of your life? At times life can be very challenging...It may feel like you can't catch a break, fighting multiple fronts, nothing is working, you feel emotionally defeated and exhausted. Sometimes, you just want to give up but deep inside a voice tells you YOU CAN'T, you simply can't give up. That's why you're here. I want you to know two things: You are not alone and I'm here to help. I've been helping clients on struggles like this for over 13 years.
What if you could eliminate self-sabotage? What if you could heal your relationship? Imagine if you regained control of your life? At times life can be very challenging...It may feel like you can't catch a break, fighting multiple fronts, nothing is working, you feel emotionally defeated and exhausted. Sometimes, you just want to give up but deep inside a voice tells you YOU CAN'T, you simply can't give up. That's why you're here. I want you to know two things: You are not alone and I'm here to help. I've been helping clients on struggles like this for over 13 years.
(541) 287-7062 View (541) 287-7062
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Silver Lining Recovery Counseling
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, CADCI
Verified Verified
Eugene, OR 97403  (Online Only)
Anxiety and Depression can be caused by many things. I work best with people who are experiencing these unwanted emotions as the result of Childhood Trauma or the unwanted side-effects of a Substance Abuse issue. Most Trauma survivors begin to use substances as a way to numb out past painful memories. As a somatic guided imagery practitioner, and certified drug and alcohol counselor, I help clients discover their own innate inner wisdom through self-hypnosis. Together, through meditation, guided imagery and self-discovery we will quickly chart a course of healing and recovery.
Anxiety and Depression can be caused by many things. I work best with people who are experiencing these unwanted emotions as the result of Childhood Trauma or the unwanted side-effects of a Substance Abuse issue. Most Trauma survivors begin to use substances as a way to numb out past painful memories. As a somatic guided imagery practitioner, and certified drug and alcohol counselor, I help clients discover their own innate inner wisdom through self-hypnosis. Together, through meditation, guided imagery and self-discovery we will quickly chart a course of healing and recovery.
(541) 299-3773 View (541) 299-3773
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Christine A. Loter
CHT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Eugene, OR 97401
An avid believer in personal growth, I work intuitively with clients as a hypnotherapist, and teach methods that aid in shifting negative behavior patterns, associated issues and unresolved emotions. What makes us do what we do? The subconscious mind and emotional body has the answers and is key to healing everything from health issues to blockages to living a more stress, anxiety and worry free, healthier, happier, grounded life. Become a better version of yourself, get insights into your issues, realize your potential. It starts with you! Strategize, take charge of your life now, and reap the many rewards.
An avid believer in personal growth, I work intuitively with clients as a hypnotherapist, and teach methods that aid in shifting negative behavior patterns, associated issues and unresolved emotions. What makes us do what we do? The subconscious mind and emotional body has the answers and is key to healing everything from health issues to blockages to living a more stress, anxiety and worry free, healthier, happier, grounded life. Become a better version of yourself, get insights into your issues, realize your potential. It starts with you! Strategize, take charge of your life now, and reap the many rewards.
(971) 407-4878 View (971) 407-4878
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Annie Louise Pippert
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Eugene, OR 97402  (Online Only)
I work with a variety of concerns including couples and family conflict, eating disorders, anxiety, depression, emotional distress, and the struggle to find purpose and meaning in life. I believe in highlighting the uniqueness of the individual, while understanding that we all function as part of a multitude of larger systems. The relationships we create with ourselves, with others, and with the world around us, can both transform and challenge us. Through this approach, I help individuals, couples, and families find peace and harmony. I will support you while you heal, transcend, and build the life you want.
I work with a variety of concerns including couples and family conflict, eating disorders, anxiety, depression, emotional distress, and the struggle to find purpose and meaning in life. I believe in highlighting the uniqueness of the individual, while understanding that we all function as part of a multitude of larger systems. The relationships we create with ourselves, with others, and with the world around us, can both transform and challenge us. Through this approach, I help individuals, couples, and families find peace and harmony. I will support you while you heal, transcend, and build the life you want.
(971) 232-3458 View (971) 232-3458

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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.