Hypnosis is a natural state of creative, focused attention and purposeful communication. Our ability to enter this unique state of consciousness opens the door to countless possibilities for healing, self-exploration, and change.

Even though it is 100% natural and normal, it remains one of the most fascinating experiences of the human mind.

Hypnosis is a natural and safe mind state. The American Medical Association recognized hypnotherapy as a valid procedure and has been using it in the field of medicine since 1958.

Hypnotherapy is the use of hypnosis to create a person’s desired changes in health, thinking, feelings, beliefs, or behavior.

Hypnosis is a bridge between your conscious and subconscious mind, offering a unique way to create meaningful and lasting change.

We naturally go in and out of a hypnotic state throughout our day.

Have you ever watched a movie and jumped at a scary moment or cried during a touching scene?

Does your mouth water just by thinking about some delicious food?

Have you driven your car safely to a familiar destination and not remembered how you got there?

Or have you been so absorbed in reading a book that you didn’t notice what was happening around you?

All of these common examples illustrate a hypnotic or trance state.

A trance state is a normal activity of a normal mind, the conscious part of your mind becomes distracted or deeply focused, allowing the subconscious part of the mind to be accessible.

It’s estimated that our subconscious controls our thoughts and actions well over 95% of the time!

Because the unconscious mind learns not through logic, but rather through experience, emotions, and repetition, hypnosis is the perfect tool to create the changes you desire.

The most important fact to remember is that all hypnosis is self-hypnosis and all healing is self-healing.

My job is to be your guide, your partner in healing. I create a comfortable, safe space where you access the transformative power that already exists within you to create your best life.

Most people’s information about hypnosis comes from movies or stage shows. I won’t dangle a watch in front of you or make you stand on your head or quack like a duck… unless you want to!

• resolve and transform traumatic experiences

• release stress and anxiety

• let go of anger, guilt and grief

• overcome fears and phobias

• enhance fertility

• prepare for an easier birth

• clear and transform traumatic childbirth experiences

• get better sleep

• jumpstart healthy habits

• improve relationships

• improve confidence and achieve your goals!

There are thousands of research papers and articles available on the benefits of hypnosis. The article Hypnosis in Contemporary Medicine from the Mayo Clinic College of Medicine has extensive references to hypnosis research.

You’ll be guided through different relaxing and engaging processes that work with all parts of the mind to help you reframe thoughts, behaviors, or patterns you want to change.

Contrary to myths, you won’t be asleep, instead, you’ll feel aware of what’s happening while relaxed and engaged.

Your mind may feel quieter, and you might be more open to positive suggestions that align with your goals.

When the session is over you’ll be gently guided back to a fully alert state, feeling refreshed, relaxed, and clear-headed.

Many people describe it as feeling “lighter” or as though they’ve had a restful nap.

Sessions are uplifting and solution-focused. You will gain a fresh perspective that facilitates rapid, positive, long-lasting change.

**Key Things to Remember:**

– You’re always in control.

– You can end the session at any time.

– Each session is personalized to your goals.

Hypnosis is a gentle process that helps unlock your mind’s potential, guiding you toward positive change.

Yes. Hypnosis is a well-researched and powerful modality that helps eliminate negative habits and fears, boost confidence, reduce stress, enhance overall well-being, and promote healing.

The following success rates were reported in *Psychotherapy, the journal of the American Psychiatric Association:

Hypnotherapy: 93% Recovery after 6 sessions

Behavior Therapy: 72% recovery after 22 sessions

Psychoanalysis: 38% recovery after 600 sessions

The Mayo Clinic has proven the effectiveness of hypnotherapy in multiple studies on pain control, pre-surgical anxiety, menopausal symptoms and Post Traumatic Stress Syndrome.

In the 1950’s both the American Medical Association and the British Medical Association accepted the therapeutic use of hypnotherapy.

*Source: Barrios, Alfred A. “Hypnotherapy: A Reappraisal,” Psychotherapy: Theory, Research and Practice, 1970

• Meditation is about observing your thoughts and being present. It’s like sitting quietly by a river, watching the water (your thoughts) flow by without getting swept away. The goal is mindfulness, peace, and awareness of the present moment.
• Hypnosis is a guided process that works with your subconscious mind to create positive change. It’s like stepping into the river with a guide, gently redirecting the flow to help you overcome challenges, reframe habits, or reach specific goals.

In short, meditation is for awareness and stillness, while hypnosis is for transformation and action. Both can complement each other beautifully on your path to well-being!

Yes. Since hypnosis is a natural, normal state, everyone has a natural ability to respond to hypnosis. The quality of response varies from individual to individual, and moment to moment. When the body relaxes, the whole system can function more easily. It’s my job to be a good guide for you as we partner together.

No. In hypnosis, you are always in control. You cannot be forced or coerced into doing something that is against your personal and ethical beliefs. While in hypnosis, you have a greater awareness of self. Hypnosis allows you to be more focused, less distracted and more skillful in using your own mental abilities constructively. In this way, you can achieve more of your goals, and consequently, achieve more control of your personal comfort, health, and well-being. The ‘control’ misconception appears to originate from stage hypnosis which actually involves people doing what they want to be doing in a social agreement to be entertaining.

Hypnosis can be used to uncover repressed memories, but hypnosis itself does not, by default, bring them to the surface. Your unconscious mind will never show you anything you are not ready to handle, and such memories do not surface without such an intention.

No. Although some people wish they could! You can come out of hypnosis at any time you want. You can’t get stuck in hypnosis any more than you can get stuck in natural sleep.

I fell in love with hypnotherapy and how the mind works when I began studying Clinical Hypnosis with Rapid Resolution Therapy® (RRT) in 2013. I’m a Certified Hypnotherapist (CHt) and have been mentoring mothers since 2005. I hold certifications in Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) and Humanistic Neuro-Linguistic Psychology (HNLP) and I am also trained in Core Transformation. I am an eager learner who continually seeks to enhance my understanding and skills, often studying with the remarkable Melissa Tiers and others in the fields of neuroplasticity and HeartMath. Additionally, I am a member of The International Association of Counselors and Therapists.