Hypnotherapists in Arvada, CO

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Amelia Ann Bishop
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
8 Endorsed
Arvada, CO 80002
Searching for a therapist can feel overwhelming. More than anything, the relationship needs to feel safe, grounded, and real. Therapy with me is not about fixing you. It is about creating a space where you can slow down, reconnect with yourself, and begin understanding what is underneath the stress, anxiety, emotional overwhelm, or patterns that have been weighing on you. I work with adults navigating anxiety, trauma, addiction recovery, life transitions, self worth struggles, and the desire for deeper self understanding.
Searching for a therapist can feel overwhelming. More than anything, the relationship needs to feel safe, grounded, and real. Therapy with me is not about fixing you. It is about creating a space where you can slow down, reconnect with yourself, and begin understanding what is underneath the stress, anxiety, emotional overwhelm, or patterns that have been weighing on you. I work with adults navigating anxiety, trauma, addiction recovery, life transitions, self worth struggles, and the desire for deeper self understanding.
(720) 738-6923 View (720) 738-6923
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Jeff Kendig
Licensed Professional Counselor, M A, L P C
Online Only
“Every choice you make takes you closer to or further away from where you want to be.” This has been a guiding principle of both my life and my counseling practice. I am confident that I have the experience to help support and guide you to get where you want to be. And, just as important, I have the wisdom to know when what is required is not my area of expertise. Whether the choice has to do with an exciting possibility or traumatic situation, helping you decide where you want to be and then evaluating whether your choices take you closer to or further from that destination, is what my practice is about.
“Every choice you make takes you closer to or further away from where you want to be.” This has been a guiding principle of both my life and my counseling practice. I am confident that I have the experience to help support and guide you to get where you want to be. And, just as important, I have the wisdom to know when what is required is not my area of expertise. Whether the choice has to do with an exciting possibility or traumatic situation, helping you decide where you want to be and then evaluating whether your choices take you closer to or further from that destination, is what my practice is about.
(720) 330-4595 View (720) 330-4595
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Barbara Brown
Licensed Professional Counselor
Online Only
Life can be extremely difficult to navigate at times, especially when going through major life transitions. Sometimes we feel numb or stuck and can’t figure out how to move forward or what to do next. I can help you navigate the choppy waters, whether it’s from the loss of a loved one, relationship issues, or emotions that seem overwhelming. My personal and professional experiences have helped me understand that life can often make us feel lost. It challenges us and often makes us question who we are. I am here to be a companion on your journey of self-discovery and help bring more clarity and meaning into your life.
Life can be extremely difficult to navigate at times, especially when going through major life transitions. Sometimes we feel numb or stuck and can’t figure out how to move forward or what to do next. I can help you navigate the choppy waters, whether it’s from the loss of a loved one, relationship issues, or emotions that seem overwhelming. My personal and professional experiences have helped me understand that life can often make us feel lost. It challenges us and often makes us question who we are. I am here to be a companion on your journey of self-discovery and help bring more clarity and meaning into your life.
(720) 605-1576 View (720) 605-1576
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Barbara Brown
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Online Only
Life can be extremely difficult to navigate at times, especially when going through major life transitions. Sometimes we feel numb or stuck and can’t figure out how to move forward or what to do next. I can help you navigate the choppy waters whether it’s from the loss of a loved one, relationship issues, or emotions that seem overwhelming. My personal and professional experiences have helped me understand that life can often make us feel lost. It challenges us and often makes us question who we are.
Life can be extremely difficult to navigate at times, especially when going through major life transitions. Sometimes we feel numb or stuck and can’t figure out how to move forward or what to do next. I can help you navigate the choppy waters whether it’s from the loss of a loved one, relationship issues, or emotions that seem overwhelming. My personal and professional experiences have helped me understand that life can often make us feel lost. It challenges us and often makes us question who we are.
(703) 420-7162 View (703) 420-7162
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Sara J Runge
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CHT
1 Endorsed
Arvada, CO 80002
Using an experiential and body-centered approach, I draw from gestalt, somatic experencing, brainspotting, EMDR and hypnotherapy.
I am a transpersonal psychotherapist and I specialize in PTSD and trauma. The body and nervous system is where trauma gets "stuck" and stored. Therefore, in order for healing to occur, we must work with the body as well as the mind! Through awareness of limiting beliefs and unhealthy thoughts, coupled with the wisdom of the body, healing happens! No matter what, I believe that Healing Is Always Possible!
Using an experiential and body-centered approach, I draw from gestalt, somatic experencing, brainspotting, EMDR and hypnotherapy.
I am a transpersonal psychotherapist and I specialize in PTSD and trauma. The body and nervous system is where trauma gets "stuck" and stored. Therefore, in order for healing to occur, we must work with the body as well as the mind! Through awareness of limiting beliefs and unhealthy thoughts, coupled with the wisdom of the body, healing happens! No matter what, I believe that Healing Is Always Possible!
(303) 500-1417 View (303) 500-1417
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Deborah L Singer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, CASAC, CEAP, SAP, CGT
1 Endorsed
Arvada, CO 80007
Are you looking for a way to deepen your connection and strengthen your relationship with your partner? As a certified Gottman therapist, I use evidence-based techniques to help couples improve their communication, increase intimacy, and manage conflicts. With over 40 years of research and success, the Gottman Method has been proven to significantly improve relationships and increase relationship satisfaction. Let's work together to build a happier and healthier future for your relationship. I am licensed in CT, MA, ME, NH, NJ, NY, TX and VT, NC, FL
Are you looking for a way to deepen your connection and strengthen your relationship with your partner? As a certified Gottman therapist, I use evidence-based techniques to help couples improve their communication, increase intimacy, and manage conflicts. With over 40 years of research and success, the Gottman Method has been proven to significantly improve relationships and increase relationship satisfaction. Let's work together to build a happier and healthier future for your relationship. I am licensed in CT, MA, ME, NH, NJ, NY, TX and VT, NC, FL
(516) 693-2027 View (516) 693-2027
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Westside Behavioral Care - Therapists in Lakewood
Psychologist, PsyD, LPC, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Westside Behavioral Care can help you find a therapist who is just right for you or your family. Our qualified and compassionate counselors provide outstanding mental health services in-person and online across the entire Greater Denver Area. For an appointment, please call 303-986-4197 to speak with our receptionist M-F 8:30am-5pm. Alternatively, our website allows you to self-schedule with one of our multi-award-winning therapists 24/7. Our network includes licensed psychologists, clinical social workers, professional counselors, marriage and family therapists, couples counselors, and certified alcohol and drug counselors.
Westside Behavioral Care can help you find a therapist who is just right for you or your family. Our qualified and compassionate counselors provide outstanding mental health services in-person and online across the entire Greater Denver Area. For an appointment, please call 303-986-4197 to speak with our receptionist M-F 8:30am-5pm. Alternatively, our website allows you to self-schedule with one of our multi-award-winning therapists 24/7. Our network includes licensed psychologists, clinical social workers, professional counselors, marriage and family therapists, couples counselors, and certified alcohol and drug counselors.
(720) 927-9493 View (720) 927-9493
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Chris T Condon
Counselor, LPC, CHT
Serves Area
This is why I use Internal Family systems, somatic focus, ketamine assistance and hypnotherapy.
I'm committed to helping my clients transform difficulty into opportunity, gain new perspective, and to re-discover their true authentic self. All of us experience sadness, disappointment and disconnection at times. We need to be heard and feel seen compassionately and without judgement.This is the truth of being human. All emotions have a purpose ,learning this and accepting ourselves and emotions as they are , is essential part of therapy. I value and fully believe we all have the ansewer with in us, yet it’s hard to find it alone. I help my clients navigate through their inner experience, learn how to cope, and process emotions.
This is why I use Internal Family systems, somatic focus, ketamine assistance and hypnotherapy.
I'm committed to helping my clients transform difficulty into opportunity, gain new perspective, and to re-discover their true authentic self. All of us experience sadness, disappointment and disconnection at times. We need to be heard and feel seen compassionately and without judgement.This is the truth of being human. All emotions have a purpose ,learning this and accepting ourselves and emotions as they are , is essential part of therapy. I value and fully believe we all have the ansewer with in us, yet it’s hard to find it alone. I help my clients navigate through their inner experience, learn how to cope, and process emotions.
(303) 835-0918 View (303) 835-0918
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Tony Parmenter - Holistic & Integrative EMDR
Counselor, LMHC, LCMHC, LPC, LCPC, EMDRIA
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
Are you looking for an effective path toward healing your whole self? I am available for trauma-focused therapy in IA, VT, NY, MA, ME, & CO soon, and take a transpersonal, holistic, naturalistic approach - to help you develop a deeper and more connected relationship with all parts of your self. Working together in either one-hour or extended sessions, your higher self is the expert. We’ll help your nervous system find its natural balance, so the body can finally understand that it no longer needs to suffer from what happened in the past. And with the outdoors being a natural healer, our work can happen outside, in office, or online.
Are you looking for an effective path toward healing your whole self? I am available for trauma-focused therapy in IA, VT, NY, MA, ME, & CO soon, and take a transpersonal, holistic, naturalistic approach - to help you develop a deeper and more connected relationship with all parts of your self. Working together in either one-hour or extended sessions, your higher self is the expert. We’ll help your nervous system find its natural balance, so the body can finally understand that it no longer needs to suffer from what happened in the past. And with the outdoors being a natural healer, our work can happen outside, in office, or online.
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Alanna J Bell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, ACCH
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in Heart-Centered Hypnotherapy, EMDR, Intuitive Art Therapy, and energy healing such as Reiki.
My Transformational Life Coaching practice is about joining you where you are on your journey of life, sharing my years of experience, skills, and special techniques, such as Heart-Centered Hypnotherapy, embracing the belief that every client contains within themselves the key to their own individual health and healing, able to live their highest potential.
I specialize in Heart-Centered Hypnotherapy, EMDR, Intuitive Art Therapy, and energy healing such as Reiki.
My Transformational Life Coaching practice is about joining you where you are on your journey of life, sharing my years of experience, skills, and special techniques, such as Heart-Centered Hypnotherapy, embracing the belief that every client contains within themselves the key to their own individual health and healing, able to live their highest potential.
(970) 718-9189 View (970) 718-9189
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Kara Carver
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, NCCH
Serves Area
Using EFT, the Gottman Method, and hypnotherapy, I guide clients toward deeper self-discovery and authentic living.
I believe every person carries unique beauty and humanity beyond labels or diagnoses. In my Denver-based practice, I provide a safe, judgment-free space where diversity is celebrated and healing is possible. I specialize in individual therapy, couples counseling, and sex therapy, helping clients strengthen relationships, deepen intimacy, and reconnect with their authentic selves. One of my passions is supporting individuals and couples on the journey to parenthood. From preconception and pregnancy through postpartum transitions, I help partners maintain intimacy, nurture attachment, and keep their connection strong.
Using EFT, the Gottman Method, and hypnotherapy, I guide clients toward deeper self-discovery and authentic living.
I believe every person carries unique beauty and humanity beyond labels or diagnoses. In my Denver-based practice, I provide a safe, judgment-free space where diversity is celebrated and healing is possible. I specialize in individual therapy, couples counseling, and sex therapy, helping clients strengthen relationships, deepen intimacy, and reconnect with their authentic selves. One of my passions is supporting individuals and couples on the journey to parenthood. From preconception and pregnancy through postpartum transitions, I help partners maintain intimacy, nurture attachment, and keep their connection strong.
(303) 952-1480 View (303) 952-1480
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People House
Not Verified Not Verified
Serves Area
People House offers affordable, accessible counseling for all who are empowered to better their lives, with services offered on an income-based sliding scale. This program is intended for clients who have a need for counseling services but lack the resources for full-priced psychotherapy. Fees start at $25/session. Lead by volunteer directorship and supervision from expert mental health professionals, the ACP is staffed by graduate and post-graduate interns who are gaining clinical hours for the completion of master's degrees or state licensing. Call our admin office and speak with one of our intake volunteers: (303) 480-5130
People House offers affordable, accessible counseling for all who are empowered to better their lives, with services offered on an income-based sliding scale. This program is intended for clients who have a need for counseling services but lack the resources for full-priced psychotherapy. Fees start at $25/session. Lead by volunteer directorship and supervision from expert mental health professionals, the ACP is staffed by graduate and post-graduate interns who are gaining clinical hours for the completion of master's degrees or state licensing. Call our admin office and speak with one of our intake volunteers: (303) 480-5130
(303) 536-3347 View (303) 536-3347
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Your Future Self Boutique Therapeutic Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EMDR, KAP, IFS, ACT
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Are you feeling overwhelmed, irritable, or burnt out? Navigating the pressures of life can strain your relationships and diminish your self-worth. I specialize in helping talented and gifted high performers cultivate self compassion, stop worrying, and establish healthy boundaries. Together, we'll explore your feelings, thought and behavior patterns, empower your voice, and create sustainable habits. Through this collaborative journey, we’ll set attainable goals that foster emotional balance and resilience, guiding you toward the fulfilling life you deserve. You're not alone - let's uncover your path to holistic well-being.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, irritable, or burnt out? Navigating the pressures of life can strain your relationships and diminish your self-worth. I specialize in helping talented and gifted high performers cultivate self compassion, stop worrying, and establish healthy boundaries. Together, we'll explore your feelings, thought and behavior patterns, empower your voice, and create sustainable habits. Through this collaborative journey, we’ll set attainable goals that foster emotional balance and resilience, guiding you toward the fulfilling life you deserve. You're not alone - let's uncover your path to holistic well-being.
(833) 649-3159 View (833) 649-3159
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Robert A. Yourell
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Serves Area
NEWS: Yes, you can do EMDR from your phone. Contact me for a free consult. People I see include those who want to restore resilience and love in their relationship; people who need to get a teen or adult child to be constructive and respectful; people who are reacting to people or situations in a way that is not in line with their values (my de-triggering approach that includes EMDR is important for this) because of trauma or other things; people who want a body-mind approach to chronic pain; those who have depression that traditional methods are not helping well enough.
NEWS: Yes, you can do EMDR from your phone. Contact me for a free consult. People I see include those who want to restore resilience and love in their relationship; people who need to get a teen or adult child to be constructive and respectful; people who are reacting to people or situations in a way that is not in line with their values (my de-triggering approach that includes EMDR is important for this) because of trauma or other things; people who want a body-mind approach to chronic pain; those who have depression that traditional methods are not helping well enough.
(619) 502-9065 View (619) 502-9065
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Maggie Young
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EMDR, KAP, CHT, CIT
5 Endorsed
Arvada, CO 80002
Not accepting new clients
I'm a certified EMDR clinician and EMDR Consultant, and am also certified in ketamine-assisted therapy, hypnotherapy, sound healing and past life regression therapy.
Using a creative and empathic approach, I will work with you to identify the roots of your struggle. Together we will understand and heal your symptoms, making room for more effective, balanced and joyful strategies in your life. I specialize in helping with anxiety, trauma, body issues, childhood abuse and neglect, depression, LGBTQIA+ issues and many other challenges. My therapeutic style is non-judgemental, empathic, warm and creative. Many of my clients are spiritual, in the LGBTQIA+ community, medical and mental health providers and creatives.
I'm a certified EMDR clinician and EMDR Consultant, and am also certified in ketamine-assisted therapy, hypnotherapy, sound healing and past life regression therapy.
Using a creative and empathic approach, I will work with you to identify the roots of your struggle. Together we will understand and heal your symptoms, making room for more effective, balanced and joyful strategies in your life. I specialize in helping with anxiety, trauma, body issues, childhood abuse and neglect, depression, LGBTQIA+ issues and many other challenges. My therapeutic style is non-judgemental, empathic, warm and creative. Many of my clients are spiritual, in the LGBTQIA+ community, medical and mental health providers and creatives.
(720) 734-5560 View (720) 734-5560
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Laura Jane Landis
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CCTP, NPT-C
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
Life is messy. The unexpected happens with surprising frequency and catches us off guard. We can get "hooked" into solutions that cause new problems, our history catches up with us, or traps us and we get stuck - or worse, hopeless. Clinical words like depression, anxiety, trauma are helpful labels and assist in understanding, but insight isn't the same as change. Generally people don't just suddenly find themselves in a jam. They have a history and baggage and beliefs that helped them get there. Understanding your story and the lessons you took from it can help find ways to get unstuck and proceed in a new and better direction.
Life is messy. The unexpected happens with surprising frequency and catches us off guard. We can get "hooked" into solutions that cause new problems, our history catches up with us, or traps us and we get stuck - or worse, hopeless. Clinical words like depression, anxiety, trauma are helpful labels and assist in understanding, but insight isn't the same as change. Generally people don't just suddenly find themselves in a jam. They have a history and baggage and beliefs that helped them get there. Understanding your story and the lessons you took from it can help find ways to get unstuck and proceed in a new and better direction.
(720) 782-6175 View (720) 782-6175

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Denise Barnes
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, REV
Online Only
I like to use tools (Somatic, Hypnotherapy) that encourage your self-awareness and inner wisdom to grow.
I specialize in working with sensitive, high-achieving adults—often midlife women—who are ready for real change in both their inner world and their work. You may be feeling anxious, exhausted, stuck in familiar patterns, or quietly disconnected from your confidence, purpose, or joy. You’re thoughtful, capable, and self-aware—and you know it’s time for something to shift. My approach is practical, body-aware, and trauma-informed. In our sessions, I offer tools that go beyond talking alone, sharing tools to calm the nervous system, and create meaningful change. Clients leave sessions feeling clearer, steadier, and more resourced.
I like to use tools (Somatic, Hypnotherapy) that encourage your self-awareness and inner wisdom to grow.
I specialize in working with sensitive, high-achieving adults—often midlife women—who are ready for real change in both their inner world and their work. You may be feeling anxious, exhausted, stuck in familiar patterns, or quietly disconnected from your confidence, purpose, or joy. You’re thoughtful, capable, and self-aware—and you know it’s time for something to shift. My approach is practical, body-aware, and trauma-informed. In our sessions, I offer tools that go beyond talking alone, sharing tools to calm the nervous system, and create meaningful change. Clients leave sessions feeling clearer, steadier, and more resourced.
(720) 605-6426 View (720) 605-6426
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Henry Dooley
Psychologist, PsyD
3 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80222
Are you struggling to overcome things that have happened in your life, and no matter what you’ve tried, it feels beyond your control? Are you starting to give up hope that things will ever change? Afraid that you are doomed to forever repeat the same old patterns that are holding you back? When you reach that point, it is easy to feel misunderstood, hopeless, and alone. It can impact your mood, work life, relationships, and even your ability to sleep at night. If any of this sounds familiar, it is time to stop struggling with this alone. Help and hope are available.
Are you struggling to overcome things that have happened in your life, and no matter what you’ve tried, it feels beyond your control? Are you starting to give up hope that things will ever change? Afraid that you are doomed to forever repeat the same old patterns that are holding you back? When you reach that point, it is easy to feel misunderstood, hopeless, and alone. It can impact your mood, work life, relationships, and even your ability to sleep at night. If any of this sounds familiar, it is time to stop struggling with this alone. Help and hope are available.
(303) 747-6803 View (303) 747-6803
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Help 4 you, LLC
Counselor, PhD
Online Only
I am certified in healthy living to include Hypnotherapy specifically.
Most people just want to be heard. They want to know that someone is listening to them and someone cares. Further, most of us contain the answers to our questions. We simply need someone to support us and remind us of our great worth and value. Within this environment of support we are able to discover within ourselves what we have been lacking, where we are in need and what will improve our lives. You are capable, you can do this! I wish to congratulate you on coming this far, you are not alone and there is not something “wrong” with you. Actually, there are some great attributes within or you would not have had the courage.
I am certified in healthy living to include Hypnotherapy specifically.
Most people just want to be heard. They want to know that someone is listening to them and someone cares. Further, most of us contain the answers to our questions. We simply need someone to support us and remind us of our great worth and value. Within this environment of support we are able to discover within ourselves what we have been lacking, where we are in need and what will improve our lives. You are capable, you can do this! I wish to congratulate you on coming this far, you are not alone and there is not something “wrong” with you. Actually, there are some great attributes within or you would not have had the courage.
(505) 657-2799 View (505) 657-2799
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Ariel Reid
Psychologist, PhD
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Life can be exhausting at times. It is easy to be overwhelmed or get stuck in a cycle of worries. Playing back the tapes of the past, who we have been, what we did or didn’t do. Other times we find ourselves over-preparing for the future. Anticipating the bad before we need to. Add a chronic condition, it can feel unbearable. I am committed to creating a compassionate, non-judgmental space where you can feel safe enough to try new things. Whether you're facing anxiety, depression, or chronic pain my approach to therapy is rooted in helping you build a skill set where you can navigate life's challenges
Life can be exhausting at times. It is easy to be overwhelmed or get stuck in a cycle of worries. Playing back the tapes of the past, who we have been, what we did or didn’t do. Other times we find ourselves over-preparing for the future. Anticipating the bad before we need to. Add a chronic condition, it can feel unbearable. I am committed to creating a compassionate, non-judgmental space where you can feel safe enough to try new things. Whether you're facing anxiety, depression, or chronic pain my approach to therapy is rooted in helping you build a skill set where you can navigate life's challenges
(720) 821-6990 View (720) 821-6990

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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.