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Clinical hypnosis is a research-supported therapeutic technique that engages the subconscious mind to support behavioral, emotional, and physiological change. Used by healthcare professionals for decades, it is effective in addressing anxiety, chronic pain, sleep disturbances, stress-related conditions, habit change, and a wide range of concerns. By guiding the brain into a focused, relaxed state, hypnosis helps rewire thought patterns and improve outcomes, complementing medical and mental health care in a safe, evidence-based way.
In this state, individuals are more open to suggestions, allowing them to alter their thoughts, behaviors, and emotions.
Homeostasis:
Your mind and body are always working behind the scenes to keep things steady and familiar to you—that’s homeostasis. It’s like your internal autopilot, helping you maintain balance, whether it’s your heartbeat, body temperature, or emotional state. But here’s the tricky part: this same system that protects you can also hold you back.
Even when you want to feel better, change a habit, or respond differently in certain situations, a deeper part of your mind might quietly resist. Why? Because change, no matter how positive, can feel like a threat to that sense of internal stability. So, while trying to move forward, your subconscious may cling to what’s familiar, even if it’s no longer helpful.
That’s why change can feel hard, even when motivated. It’s not a lack of willpower—it’s your mind doing what it thinks is best to protect you. Hypnosis helps gently shift that pattern by working with the part of you trying to keep things the same.
Neuroplasticity:
Your brain is constantly changing, and that’s the incredible gift of neuroplasticity. It means that no matter your age or past experiences, your brain can form new connections, let go of old patterns, and learn new ways of thinking, feeling, and responding.
This is how healing happens. It’s how you begin to shift from automatic reactions that no longer serve you into healthier, more empowered ways of being. But real, lasting change requires more than just “trying harder.” It involves working with your brain in a way that encourages flexibility and emotional safety.
That’s where Hypnosis, NLP, EFT, and MER come in. They help calm your nervous system and gently guide your subconscious to open up to new possibilities. When your mind feels safe and supported, it becomes easier to release what’s no longer needed and create space for something better. Neuroplasticity makes change possible, and these methods help make it real.
Hypnosis has a rich and fascinating history that spans centuries and cultures. In ancient Egypt, trance states and ritual sleep were used for healing, and the Greeks, Hippocrates included—embraced similar techniques to improve health. In India, yoga and meditation have long been used to reach altered states of consciousness, connecting to what we now recognize as hypnosis within Vedic traditions.
The journey into modern hypnosis began in the 18th century with Franz Anton Mesmer in Austria, who introduced the idea of "animal magnetism"—the belief in an unseen force used for healing. This concept laid the groundwork for what we now know as hypnosis. A few decades later, in the 19th century, Scottish surgeon James Braid coined the term "hypnosis" after recognizing it as a psychological process, distinct from magical thinking.
By the 20th century, hypnosis was widely accepted as a therapeutic tool, used in everything from pain relief to helping people break old habits.
I blend various modalities with hypnotherapy to provide personalized, comprehensive support tailored to each client’s needs.
I offer both single sessions and package deals to suit your needs best. Please contact me for more details on pricing.
While I specialize in certain areas, I also support clients with many challenges that may not be listed. Hypnosis is a powerful tool that can help address everything from stress, anxiety, and panic attacks to insomnia, grief, and loss, and even specific fears like aerophobia, to name a few. It can also be used as a complementary approach to help manage symptoms of certain medical or psychological conditions, provided there is a referral from your practitioner.
If you’re working through any of these challenges, or something not explicitly mentioned, I can help. With compassionate, expert support, I’ll guide you toward regaining control, restoring balance, and creating meaningful, lasting change in your life.
The number of sessions needed depends on the individual's response to hypnotherapy. Some clients need just one, while others need more. Each person is unique.