Hypnotherapy is a wellness and therapeutic technique that works by promoting positive cognitive and behavioral change by guiding the client into a deeply relaxed state. In this state, the critical conscious mind recedes, allowing the subconscious to become more receptive to targeted, positive suggestions. This process helps bypass internal resistance and supports desired changes—such as smoking cessation, weight management, or overcoming phobias—by enhancing motivation, focus, and commitment. For example: even if you want to quit overeating cupcakes, you may have some level of resistance that your rational mind can't overcome. During hypnosis, the positive suggestions made by the Hypnotherapist can bypass those blocks, helping you to achieve the formerly unachievable; like stopping overeating, quitting smoking, mastering public speaking, or losing your fear of heights, to name a few. The goal of hypnotherapy is to strengthen and empower the client's motivation, commitment, and focus.      

According to many sources including the National Center for Biotechnology information (NCBI) which is part of the United States National Library of Medicine and a branch of the National Institute of Health (NIH), hypnosis is scientifically proven to help relieve both mental challenges and physical pains. Hypnosis can alleviate stress and reduce pain after surgeries, has been shown to relieve anxiety in the emergency room, and can be useful for managing pain associated with everything from arthritis to migraines. Hypnosis is non-evasive and gives you a way to control pain or discomfort that might otherwise seem out of your hands. Hypnosis should not be used as a substitute for medical care, and may be an excellent complementary tool that is best provided by a Trained and Certified Hypnotherapist. The University of Maryland Medical Center shares many conditions for which Hypnosis can be useful: Weight loss, stress, smoking cessation, Phobias, PTSD, addictions, eating disorders, Labor and Delivery, irritable bowel syndrome, tension headaches, asthma, insomnia, fibromyalgia, cancer-related pain, indigestion, skin disorders, such as acne, psoriasis and eczema (atopic dermatitis) and more.

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services recognizes the healing power of Hypnosis and its proven effectiveness for anxiety, pain control, smoking cessation, weight loss, headaches and more. Hypnosis is a safe and complementary way to augment medical attention you are receiving for a chronic illness or pain, or a way to resolve an addiction or phobia that you are otherwise unable to control. During a Hypnotherapy session, the therapist will bring you into a state of deep relaxation in which the subconscious mind becomes alert and focused. He/She will make suggestions, based on your intended goals, that will take root in your subconscious mind affecting your thinking in a positive way and empower you to make positive change.

YES, Hypnosis is very safe and effective when practiced by a Trained, Certified, and Ethical Professional. Hypnosis is a powerful tool to help clients overcome challenging issues such as anxiety, phobias, pain management, and more. Hypnosis helps let go of addictions like smoking, overeating and gambling to name a few. Hypnosis can be used to empower and encourage the person to make positive changes in their lives. It's recognized by many prestigious medical organizations, hospitals, clinics, and psychology practices worldwide as a complementary treatment for a variety of conditions. 

YES, According to Dr. Clifford N. Lazarus, speaking for Psychology Today, Hypnosis is a "genuine psychological phenomenon" that has valid uses in clinical practices. Hypnotherapy is supported by research in Psychology, Psychiatry, Neuroscience, and medicine. It has shown effectiveness in areas such as pain management, anxiety, IBS, trauma recovery, and habit change to name a few. Reputable institutions like Mayo Clinic, Cleveland Clinic, Stanford Medical Centers and many more use and endorse it.

Almost all people can be hypnotized, provided they are willing and able to follow guidance. It's a natural state we all enter (like daydreaming or becoming absorbed in a movie). The key is openness and comfort with the process. A report established by Stanford University titled "The Stanford Hypnotic Susceptibility Scale" demonstrated that different brains respond to hypnosis in varying degrees, and a very few do not respond at all. Working with a trained Hypnotherapist, you'll soon determine whether you are a good candidate for the healing benefits of Hypnotherapy. 

NO, In fact, people with good focus, imagination, and intelligence often make the best subjects. Hypnosis is a skill that utilizes mental strength and awareness.

NO, Hypnosis is not mind control, it is a natural, yet altered, state of mind where communication and responsiveness with the subconscious mind is established. When you are hypnotized you are fully conscious, fully in control at all times, you will never say something you would not want to say, you will never do something that you would not want to do, and you will remember the whole session when it is complete. 

NO, You are always in control. If a suggestion violates your personal values, your subconscious mind will reject it. Hypnotherapy works in alignment with your morals and ethics.

NO, Hypnosis doesn't override your moral code or personal boundaries. You won't reveal anything you wouldn't normally share in a waking state.

NO, It's impossible to get stuck in hypnosis. You can come out of the hypnotic state anytime you chose. 

NO, hypnosis cannot erase memories, but it can help change the emotional charge around memories. Some therapeutic techniques use hypnosis to reframe or neutralize past experiences in a healing way. 

NO, while some spiritual or intuitive practitioners may combine hypnosis with other modalities, Clinical Hypnotherapy itself is a structured psychological process, Not magic or psychic work.

NO, while hypnosis can feel deeply relaxing, It's not sleep. You are mentally alert and aware, though more focused and open to positive suggestions. Brain studies show that hypnotized individuals have increased activity in specific areas of attention and imagination..

Hypnosis is not tied to any religion. It's a neutral therapeutic tool. That said, it can be use in Spiritual and Transpersonal ways such as: Past Life Regression or connecting with the Higher-Self, if the client desires.

YES, children are often more responsive because of their vivid imagination. Hypnotherapy can help with Focus, fears, habits, anxiety, and sleep issues when adapted to their development level.

Some people experience rapid change in one session, but most benefit from a series tailored to their goals. As you step beyond your first hypnotherapy session, it’s important to debunk the misconception that changes are instant or miraculous. The journey through subsequent sessions is where patience and consistent effort converge, nurturing the seeds planted during your initial encounter. After your first hypnotherapy experience, you might notice subtle shifts—like a clearer focus on your personal goals or a new sense of ease in stressful situations. Yet, profound transformation often takes time, akin to piecing together a complex puzzle. It's not uncommon for this experience to lead to deeper self-awareness over time, guiding you towards addressing profound issues, not just the surface stress. Each follow-up session builds upon the last, amplifying your resilience and adaptability while offering fresh perspectives rather than quick fixes. Sometimes, these sessions continue to peel layers back, unearthing insights that might not have been immediately visible but are crucial for lasting change. Hypnotherapy experience is iterative, and with sustained engagement, it has the power to unravel long-standing patterns of behavior, leading to lasting well-being. 

It varies by individuals and goals. Some notice effective change in 1-2 sessions, while others benefit from a short series. We'll discuss a plan tailored to your needs during your consultation.

Stage hypnosis is very different from Clinical Hypnotherapy. Entertainment uses hypnosis for fun and drama, but therapeutic hypnosis is used in a safe, private setting, by a certified professional, to promote healing, behavior change, and emotional well-being. 

YES, you'll feel Relaxed, Rested and Refreshed, often more focused than before, and you will Remember the whole session. Many clients report a sense of mental clarity and calm after sessions.