Hypnotherapists in Woodinville, WA

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Once Upon a Time Hypnosis
MA, CCHt
Verified Verified
Woodinville, WA 98072
At Once Upon a Time Hypnosis, projective methods, such as storytelling and artwork, are used in order for children to project their own conscious and unconscious needs. Communicating this way while accessing their creative and powerful imagination allows children to feel safe enough to identify and express their feelings and overcome their challenges such as anxiety, self-esteem, and problem-solving. Please see the website www.onceuponatimehypnosis.com for more details.
At Once Upon a Time Hypnosis, projective methods, such as storytelling and artwork, are used in order for children to project their own conscious and unconscious needs. Communicating this way while accessing their creative and powerful imagination allows children to feel safe enough to identify and express their feelings and overcome their challenges such as anxiety, self-esteem, and problem-solving. Please see the website www.onceuponatimehypnosis.com for more details.
(425) 598-0266 View (425) 598-0266
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Dr. Cristina Louk
Counselor, PhD, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Woodinville, WA 98072
Are you caught between the chaos of ADHD or ASD and life demands? Is your journey filled with distractions, setbacks, and surprises? Are you fed up with struggling to focus, experiencing mood swings that disrupt your day, or feeling overwhelmed by disorganized thoughts and tasks? You might not even remember a time things didn’t feel this way. But one thing is for sure: you’re ready for some relief. You're ready to regain clarity and stability. You're ready to tackle challenges with confidence and efficiency. Most of all, you are ready to reclaim control of your life and embrace a future where ADHD or ASD no longer holds you back.
Are you caught between the chaos of ADHD or ASD and life demands? Is your journey filled with distractions, setbacks, and surprises? Are you fed up with struggling to focus, experiencing mood swings that disrupt your day, or feeling overwhelmed by disorganized thoughts and tasks? You might not even remember a time things didn’t feel this way. But one thing is for sure: you’re ready for some relief. You're ready to regain clarity and stability. You're ready to tackle challenges with confidence and efficiency. Most of all, you are ready to reclaim control of your life and embrace a future where ADHD or ASD no longer holds you back.
(425) 225-4731 View (425) 225-4731
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Teresa A Talley
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Woodinville, WA 98072
We all want to be seen and understood and at the same time are afraid of what we and others will find. We don't trust ourselves or our decisions. We suffer from anxiety, depression, traumas and a myriad of other relational issues. In counseling we learn to understand ourselves and others by telling our stories well. As a greek philosopher once said, "An unexamined life isn't worth living". When we learn to examine ourselves with curiosity, compassion, and truth our life becomes clear hopeful and fullfilling.
We all want to be seen and understood and at the same time are afraid of what we and others will find. We don't trust ourselves or our decisions. We suffer from anxiety, depression, traumas and a myriad of other relational issues. In counseling we learn to understand ourselves and others by telling our stories well. As a greek philosopher once said, "An unexamined life isn't worth living". When we learn to examine ourselves with curiosity, compassion, and truth our life becomes clear hopeful and fullfilling.
(425) 954-3822 View (425) 954-3822
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Jennifer Matson
CHT
Verified Verified
Woodinville, WA 98077
Hypnosis uses the power of the mind to take back control of the thoughts and beliefs that are getting in the way of well-being and success. This safe and effective process also allows you to clear the obstacles that are preventing you from achieving your fullest potential. Whether you are deciding to go for that new job or you'd like to simply change old habits and limiting beliefs, give hypnosis a try and get results.
Hypnosis uses the power of the mind to take back control of the thoughts and beliefs that are getting in the way of well-being and success. This safe and effective process also allows you to clear the obstacles that are preventing you from achieving your fullest potential. Whether you are deciding to go for that new job or you'd like to simply change old habits and limiting beliefs, give hypnosis a try and get results.
(206) 488-1864 View (206) 488-1864
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Kathy Sarin: Emdr-Hypnosis Intensives Available
Counselor, EdS, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Woodinville, WA 98072
Are you tired of feeling upset? Do you find yourself overreacting to situations? Have you tried talk therapy that didn't quite work? You're not alone. Traditional talk therapy often focuses on the mind, but what if the problem goes deeper? These experiences can get "stuck" in our bodies, leading to automatic reactions that hold us back. Many of our beliefs and emotional responses are formed early on, when we are too young to fully understand what is happening. EMDR addresses the body, emotions, and stored past experiences. I'll help you rewrite negative beliefs, process your past, and develop healthier coping mechanisms.
Are you tired of feeling upset? Do you find yourself overreacting to situations? Have you tried talk therapy that didn't quite work? You're not alone. Traditional talk therapy often focuses on the mind, but what if the problem goes deeper? These experiences can get "stuck" in our bodies, leading to automatic reactions that hold us back. Many of our beliefs and emotional responses are formed early on, when we are too young to fully understand what is happening. EMDR addresses the body, emotions, and stored past experiences. I'll help you rewrite negative beliefs, process your past, and develop healthier coping mechanisms.
(425) 357-7099 View (425) 357-7099
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Mary Guay
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CPC
Verified Verified
Woodinville, WA 98072  (Online Only)
Would you like more out of life? Life has much to offer! What's the quality of your relationships, especially the one you have with yourself? I'm here to support and facilitate you living true to yourself. Going through a time of transition? This time in life may be a threshold that seems intimidating and confusing. You may be suffering from depression or anxiety. Lonliness and hurt may lead to healing and awakening to inner resource when collaborating with me.Therapy and life coaching help you to see the growth opportunities that are a part of your challenge. You can turn problems into opportunities!
Would you like more out of life? Life has much to offer! What's the quality of your relationships, especially the one you have with yourself? I'm here to support and facilitate you living true to yourself. Going through a time of transition? This time in life may be a threshold that seems intimidating and confusing. You may be suffering from depression or anxiety. Lonliness and hurt may lead to healing and awakening to inner resource when collaborating with me.Therapy and life coaching help you to see the growth opportunities that are a part of your challenge. You can turn problems into opportunities!
(425) 954-6880 View (425) 954-6880
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Maria Rippo
Counselor, MA, LMHC, ACHt
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Woodinville, WA 98077
I am a psychotherapist specializing in complex trauma, disordered eating, emotional eating, anxiety, PTSD, depression, and addictions. I work with the intuitive, mental, emotional, spiritual and physical aspects of each individual. We will rewire the neural-pathways in your brain so new behaviors and experience of life come naturally. You are meant to be the fullest expression of your truest self and together we will uncover your true essence so you can thrive, instead of only survive. I also incorporate amino acid therapy for mood and addiction recovery.
I am a psychotherapist specializing in complex trauma, disordered eating, emotional eating, anxiety, PTSD, depression, and addictions. I work with the intuitive, mental, emotional, spiritual and physical aspects of each individual. We will rewire the neural-pathways in your brain so new behaviors and experience of life come naturally. You are meant to be the fullest expression of your truest self and together we will uncover your true essence so you can thrive, instead of only survive. I also incorporate amino acid therapy for mood and addiction recovery.
(253) 259-2779 View (253) 259-2779

More Therapists Nearby

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Robin Noel - Psychotherapy, Hypnotherapy, Reiki
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bothell, WA 98011
I am a licensed clinical social worker skilled at heart-centered hypnotherapy, similar to ego-state therapy.
I am a spiritually-oriented psychotherapist who brings energetic depth and heart-felt attunement to each client. If you struggle with low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, problems with authority, parenting issues, difficulty with intimacy, perfectionism, addictions, feelings of isolation, rage/anger, numbness, or "living like a zombie," I invite you to contact me so you can begin to rekindle and conduct the force of your inner light. I am comfortable with your fullest expression of difficult emotions and will help you to experience yourself as inherently worthy of safety, respect, and intimacy with others.
I am a licensed clinical social worker skilled at heart-centered hypnotherapy, similar to ego-state therapy.
I am a spiritually-oriented psychotherapist who brings energetic depth and heart-felt attunement to each client. If you struggle with low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, problems with authority, parenting issues, difficulty with intimacy, perfectionism, addictions, feelings of isolation, rage/anger, numbness, or "living like a zombie," I invite you to contact me so you can begin to rekindle and conduct the force of your inner light. I am comfortable with your fullest expression of difficult emotions and will help you to experience yourself as inherently worthy of safety, respect, and intimacy with others.
(206) 339-6273 View (206) 339-6273
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Dr. Katharine Fitzpatrick
ND
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Redmond, WA 98052  (Online Only)
I offer virtual hypnotherapy sessions and treat a variety of issues.
Clinical hypnotherapy is a powerful treatment strategy with broad applications. Hypnosis engages with the subconscious mind by offering new ideas and new stories to help shift unhelpful or harmful patterns of behavior. Hypnosis can be used to treat a variety of clinical conditions (e.g. insomnia, jaw clenching), phobias (dogs, flying), and even addiction.
I offer virtual hypnotherapy sessions and treat a variety of issues.
Clinical hypnotherapy is a powerful treatment strategy with broad applications. Hypnosis engages with the subconscious mind by offering new ideas and new stories to help shift unhelpful or harmful patterns of behavior. Hypnosis can be used to treat a variety of clinical conditions (e.g. insomnia, jaw clenching), phobias (dogs, flying), and even addiction.
(206) 800-7547 View (206) 800-7547
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Solid Insight, PLCC
CHT, MBA, PhD (c)
Verified Verified
Redmond, WA 98052
Annette is Certified by the International Certification Board of Clinical Hypnotherapy, and does counseling to help you reach your highest potential.
Successful women listen up, I am here to provide you with the Solid Insight you need to get your life back and feel good again. Stop feeling overwhelmed and eliminate unhealthy anxiety. During these turbulent times I help women in business, leaders, speakers, entrepreneurs, and business owners. If you need brand new solid solutions, you are in the right place. Annette Kiper provides the Solid Insight you need to stop being overwhelmed. Why hire Annette? She was born unique, and has used her abilities, skills and knowledge to live her highest and best life. She has the tools. Annette helps you get to where you want to be.
Annette is Certified by the International Certification Board of Clinical Hypnotherapy, and does counseling to help you reach your highest potential.
Successful women listen up, I am here to provide you with the Solid Insight you need to get your life back and feel good again. Stop feeling overwhelmed and eliminate unhealthy anxiety. During these turbulent times I help women in business, leaders, speakers, entrepreneurs, and business owners. If you need brand new solid solutions, you are in the right place. Annette Kiper provides the Solid Insight you need to stop being overwhelmed. Why hire Annette? She was born unique, and has used her abilities, skills and knowledge to live her highest and best life. She has the tools. Annette helps you get to where you want to be.
(928) 766-0367 View (928) 766-0367
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Kelly Granite Enck
CHT, BA, RRT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98125
Kelly was Voted Rated Best Hypnotherapy in Seattle in 2023 and 2024! Kelly offers In-Office and Virtual Hypnotherapy Sessions.
Rapid Resolution Therapy (RRT) is a cutting-edge hypnotherapy technique that helps individuals overcome anxiety, panic attacks, trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), quit smoking, manage grief, insomnia, lose weight, enhance sports performance, and build confidence. Book your Online or In-Office RRT Therapy Session with Kelly on her website, clicking the "Book Now" button www.DoylestownHypnosis.com.
Kelly was Voted Rated Best Hypnotherapy in Seattle in 2023 and 2024! Kelly offers In-Office and Virtual Hypnotherapy Sessions.
Rapid Resolution Therapy (RRT) is a cutting-edge hypnotherapy technique that helps individuals overcome anxiety, panic attacks, trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), quit smoking, manage grief, insomnia, lose weight, enhance sports performance, and build confidence. Book your Online or In-Office RRT Therapy Session with Kelly on her website, clicking the "Book Now" button www.DoylestownHypnosis.com.
(206) 507-3203 View (206) 507-3203
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Erin C Mullins
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, ACHt, CSP, LMT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bothell, WA 98011
Counseling with me is anchored in deep listening and safe witnessing, conversational processing, and may include somatic processes, transpersonal explorations, parts work, and hypnotherapy when wanted.
Accepting new clients! Life is a complex journey, and we all need skillful support along the way. As a counselor, I am oriented toward your wholeness and uniqueness. I provide individualized care based on your needs and goals. I facilitate the therapeutic process from a place of non-judgment and collaboration, navigating the path to your therapeutic goals while holding space for your long-term vision and purpose. I maintain a therapeutic container that is both strong and soft, held in compassion, activated by my commitment to supporting your development, and nourished by constant attunement to deep listening and skillful practice.
Counseling with me is anchored in deep listening and safe witnessing, conversational processing, and may include somatic processes, transpersonal explorations, parts work, and hypnotherapy when wanted.
Accepting new clients! Life is a complex journey, and we all need skillful support along the way. As a counselor, I am oriented toward your wholeness and uniqueness. I provide individualized care based on your needs and goals. I facilitate the therapeutic process from a place of non-judgment and collaboration, navigating the path to your therapeutic goals while holding space for your long-term vision and purpose. I maintain a therapeutic container that is both strong and soft, held in compassion, activated by my commitment to supporting your development, and nourished by constant attunement to deep listening and skillful practice.
(425) 541-7179 View (425) 541-7179
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Heather Robinson
Counselor, LMHC, SUDP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98125
I invite you to begin working towards a more fulfilling future. I take my time, work at a pace that you find comfortable, and maintain an open and collaborative environment, with an emphasis on shared trust. Using multiple modalities, including hypnotherapy and EMDR, I am competent to treat most issues. I have over 20 years of experience in the field and love my job! Taking the leap into therapy is an exceptional gift that you deserve!
I invite you to begin working towards a more fulfilling future. I take my time, work at a pace that you find comfortable, and maintain an open and collaborative environment, with an emphasis on shared trust. Using multiple modalities, including hypnotherapy and EMDR, I am competent to treat most issues. I have over 20 years of experience in the field and love my job! Taking the leap into therapy is an exceptional gift that you deserve!
(206) 800-7633 View (206) 800-7633
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Dr. Ivy Loney
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DBH, LSWAIC, LMSW
Verified Verified
Kirkland, WA 98033  (Online Only)
I'm a therapist who believes healing goes beyond just talking about your struggles. I offer a unique approach that integrates mind, body, and experience to help you move through life's transitions and create lasting change. I'm trained in Somatic Experiencing (SE), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), CBT, Mindfulness, Meditation, Hypnotherapy and Sound Therapy. These powerful tools help us access and release the physical sensations and emotions held within the body, making space for safety and nervous system regulation. Laughter is great medicine and I offer compassion and levity to work through dense challenges.
I'm a therapist who believes healing goes beyond just talking about your struggles. I offer a unique approach that integrates mind, body, and experience to help you move through life's transitions and create lasting change. I'm trained in Somatic Experiencing (SE), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), CBT, Mindfulness, Meditation, Hypnotherapy and Sound Therapy. These powerful tools help us access and release the physical sensations and emotions held within the body, making space for safety and nervous system regulation. Laughter is great medicine and I offer compassion and levity to work through dense challenges.
(425) 640-7009 x1 View (425) 640-7009 x1
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Lala Li
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Redmond, WA 98052
Waitlist for new clients
Feeling stressed? Want to talk to someone about your stress, your worries, your sadness, your anger? But no one in your life really seems to be the best person for your “troubles”? I invite you to come to my Healing Space and we can explore together using professional therapy techniques including Hypnotherapy, which you will sure find powerful and life-changing! I started my training as a clinical therapist since 2007, got my MSW from Columbia University. My professional interests include Postpartum Depression, Couple Therapy, Grief Therapy, and I am the only Chinese-speaking Hypnotherapist in Seattle area.
Feeling stressed? Want to talk to someone about your stress, your worries, your sadness, your anger? But no one in your life really seems to be the best person for your “troubles”? I invite you to come to my Healing Space and we can explore together using professional therapy techniques including Hypnotherapy, which you will sure find powerful and life-changing! I started my training as a clinical therapist since 2007, got my MSW from Columbia University. My professional interests include Postpartum Depression, Couple Therapy, Grief Therapy, and I am the only Chinese-speaking Hypnotherapist in Seattle area.
(425) 484-9499 View (425) 484-9499
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Anna Margolina
PhD, CHT
Verified Verified
Kirkland, WA 98033
Hypnotherapy and Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) offer powerful ways to achieve your goals by tapping into your unconscious mind.
Many people turn to hypnotherapy after other approaches have failed. Suppressed emotions can lead to physical and mental discomfort, sleepless nights, and conflicts in personal and professional relationships. Attempts to relieve this discomfort through overeating, shopping sprees, excessive social media use, impulsive decisions, or alcohol and other intoxicants can be even more damaging. Hypnotherapy offers a different approach, working with the unconscious mind to address these issues at their root.
Hypnotherapy and Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) offer powerful ways to achieve your goals by tapping into your unconscious mind.
Many people turn to hypnotherapy after other approaches have failed. Suppressed emotions can lead to physical and mental discomfort, sleepless nights, and conflicts in personal and professional relationships. Attempts to relieve this discomfort through overeating, shopping sprees, excessive social media use, impulsive decisions, or alcohol and other intoxicants can be even more damaging. Hypnotherapy offers a different approach, working with the unconscious mind to address these issues at their root.
(425) 474-5574 View (425) 474-5574
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Sasha Melnik
Pre-Licensed Professional, M, A
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Kenmore, WA 98028
A lot of the pain that we carry resides in our unconscious mind and nervous system, so my approach is person centered, intuitive and will sometimes involve hypnotherapy (RTT), incorporating transpersonal elements and parts work (IFS) to help you heal.
There is power in connecting deeply and authentically with yourself. I am here to provide a compassionate container for you to explore your truth and feel any and all of the emotions, stories, and sensations that come up. I specialize in working with individuals who are navigating life transitions, healing from emotional, sexual or physical trauma and/or neglect, attachment wounds, inner-child wounds, grief, anxiety, stress, depression, and relationship issues.
A lot of the pain that we carry resides in our unconscious mind and nervous system, so my approach is person centered, intuitive and will sometimes involve hypnotherapy (RTT), incorporating transpersonal elements and parts work (IFS) to help you heal.
There is power in connecting deeply and authentically with yourself. I am here to provide a compassionate container for you to explore your truth and feel any and all of the emotions, stories, and sensations that come up. I specialize in working with individuals who are navigating life transitions, healing from emotional, sexual or physical trauma and/or neglect, attachment wounds, inner-child wounds, grief, anxiety, stress, depression, and relationship issues.
(425) 600-1668 View (425) 600-1668
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Thomas Beck
Mental Health Counselor, PhD
Verified Verified
Redmond, WA 98052  (Online Only)
I offer EMDR, mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR), meditation, hypnotherapy, and Energy Medicine.
In this time of unprecedented loss and stress due to COVID-19 and other world events such as accelerating climate change, I can help you deal with anxiety and depression. My orientation is transpersonal as I see physical and emotional issues as doorways to transformation and spiritual awakening. In my psychotherapy practice, people have achieved new levels of personal freedom and self-esteem. Together, we can enrich your quality of life and enhance your creativity. Integrative healing encompasses body, mind & spirit. We all deserve to be happy in our bodies and our lives. I work also with couples to resolve relationship issues.
I offer EMDR, mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR), meditation, hypnotherapy, and Energy Medicine.
In this time of unprecedented loss and stress due to COVID-19 and other world events such as accelerating climate change, I can help you deal with anxiety and depression. My orientation is transpersonal as I see physical and emotional issues as doorways to transformation and spiritual awakening. In my psychotherapy practice, people have achieved new levels of personal freedom and self-esteem. Together, we can enrich your quality of life and enhance your creativity. Integrative healing encompasses body, mind & spirit. We all deserve to be happy in our bodies and our lives. I work also with couples to resolve relationship issues.
(206) 260-0681 View (206) 260-0681
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Women's Hypnotherapy & EP Coaching
CHT
Verified Verified
Lake Forest Park, WA 98155  (Online Only)
I invite you into Transpersonal Hypnotherapy & Coaching sessions that are emotionally gentle, short term solution-focused, deeply personalized, spiritually led & encouraging.
No matter how much heartbreak you have survived, you can always bounce back & you can become more yourself then you ever were before. The fact that you are on here solidifies that you are already healing, hopeful & ready to return to yourself. You have suffered long enough for real meaning making, you have learned from experience (the greatest teacher) & now it's time to perceive your past as what makes you one of a kind; not what holds you back, or what occupies your mind most. You are here to live fully in your present experience, in accepting love with who you are & powerful feminine drive for who you are becoming.
I invite you into Transpersonal Hypnotherapy & Coaching sessions that are emotionally gentle, short term solution-focused, deeply personalized, spiritually led & encouraging.
No matter how much heartbreak you have survived, you can always bounce back & you can become more yourself then you ever were before. The fact that you are on here solidifies that you are already healing, hopeful & ready to return to yourself. You have suffered long enough for real meaning making, you have learned from experience (the greatest teacher) & now it's time to perceive your past as what makes you one of a kind; not what holds you back, or what occupies your mind most. You are here to live fully in your present experience, in accepting love with who you are & powerful feminine drive for who you are becoming.
(206) 558-5979 View (206) 558-5979
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Meara Harrington
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mountlake Terrace, WA 98043  (Online Only)
I'm trained in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Hypnotherapy, Gottman Method, and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy.
Congratulations on taking the first steps to becoming the person you want to be. I believe in empowering people to overcome the difficulties in their lives. My passion is helping clients to overcome barriers to living their best life by bringing out their inner strength, using therapy for insight, self-exploration, healing, and personal growth. My theoretical approach is eclectic and relational. Together we can explore how your personal history and learned habits may influence your emotions, coping patterns, and behaviors,- ultimately affecting your sense of self for the better.
I'm trained in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Hypnotherapy, Gottman Method, and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy.
Congratulations on taking the first steps to becoming the person you want to be. I believe in empowering people to overcome the difficulties in their lives. My passion is helping clients to overcome barriers to living their best life by bringing out their inner strength, using therapy for insight, self-exploration, healing, and personal growth. My theoretical approach is eclectic and relational. Together we can explore how your personal history and learned habits may influence your emotions, coping patterns, and behaviors,- ultimately affecting your sense of self for the better.
(425) 225-3775 View (425) 225-3775

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.