Therapists in Douglasville, GA
Michella C Jones
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MAC, CHT, AACC, CAMS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Douglasville, GA 30134
My toolbox includes cognitive behavioral, client-centered, gestalt, positive psychology and hypnotherapy; in addition to life experience & compassion.
Do you find yourself feeling easily overwhelmed? Are you emotionally overspent and energetically under funded? Feeling sad or glum for no apparent reason? Struggling trying to understand your emotions & moods? Feeling tightly wound or wound down? It is probably time to focus on taking care of YOU instead of everyone around you. I am particularly fond of working with adults, who find themselves struggling with today's world, past abuse issues and current relationship issues. I look forward to meeting & helping you on your journey. On your first visit an initial assessment is completed & a treatment plan is initiated.
My toolbox includes cognitive behavioral, client-centered, gestalt, positive psychology and hypnotherapy; in addition to life experience & compassion.
Do you find yourself feeling easily overwhelmed? Are you emotionally overspent and energetically under funded? Feeling sad or glum for no apparent reason? Struggling trying to understand your emotions & moods? Feeling tightly wound or wound down? It is probably time to focus on taking care of YOU instead of everyone around you. I am particularly fond of working with adults, who find themselves struggling with today's world, past abuse issues and current relationship issues. I look forward to meeting & helping you on your journey. On your first visit an initial assessment is completed & a treatment plan is initiated.
Joy Lewis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Douglasville, GA 30134 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Life has a way of happening - without our permission and whether or not we like it. Sometimes, we shake it off and other times we need help in growing from experiences so that we do not become stuck - so that we become better vs. bitter. My intention is to create an environment where you feel supported as we explore the darker parts of your journey when you may have lost sight of the light. I would also love to celebrate with you as we find gems along the way.
Life has a way of happening - without our permission and whether or not we like it. Sometimes, we shake it off and other times we need help in growing from experiences so that we do not become stuck - so that we become better vs. bitter. My intention is to create an environment where you feel supported as we explore the darker parts of your journey when you may have lost sight of the light. I would also love to celebrate with you as we find gems along the way.
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Lana Banegas
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, MAT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Powder Springs, GA 30127
My specialty is couples counseling and sex therapy. I also address issues of spiritually and self-esteem. I work with couples around affair recovery, perpetual conflictual interactions, and help couples develop and maintain intimate emotional and sexual relationships. I work with individuals to help them overcome painful childhood experiences and guide them to connect to others in healthy ways. I treat couples and individuals for orgasmic difficulties, disparate and low desire, body image issues, erectile difficulties, delayed ejaculation, premature ejaculation, painful intercourse, and lack of emotional intimacy during sex.
My specialty is couples counseling and sex therapy. I also address issues of spiritually and self-esteem. I work with couples around affair recovery, perpetual conflictual interactions, and help couples develop and maintain intimate emotional and sexual relationships. I work with individuals to help them overcome painful childhood experiences and guide them to connect to others in healthy ways. I treat couples and individuals for orgasmic difficulties, disparate and low desire, body image issues, erectile difficulties, delayed ejaculation, premature ejaculation, painful intercourse, and lack of emotional intimacy during sex.
Online Therapists
Clerissa Cooper
Counselor, MS, LPC, SEP, CDBT, CPCS
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30324
I help individuals and their families overcome difficulties associated with mood disorders, anxiety disorders including OCD, personality disorders, trauma, relationship issues, and the adoption triad utilizing mindfulness, cognitive, behavioral, interpersonal, clinical hypnotherapy, Exposure and Response Prevention, and Somatic Experiencing techniques.
I value honest and thoughtful communication, which means I communicate in an attentive, supportive, compassionate, empowering, and non-judgmental manner while being authentic, direct, and transparent. I utilize validation and humor in therapy to foster connection and to create space for healthy, long-lasting change. I seek to help my clients deeply accept and understand their own thoughts, emotions, actions, and experiences so they can more effectively navigate their relationships with self and the world.
I help individuals and their families overcome difficulties associated with mood disorders, anxiety disorders including OCD, personality disorders, trauma, relationship issues, and the adoption triad utilizing mindfulness, cognitive, behavioral, interpersonal, clinical hypnotherapy, Exposure and Response Prevention, and Somatic Experiencing techniques.
I value honest and thoughtful communication, which means I communicate in an attentive, supportive, compassionate, empowering, and non-judgmental manner while being authentic, direct, and transparent. I utilize validation and humor in therapy to foster connection and to create space for healthy, long-lasting change. I seek to help my clients deeply accept and understand their own thoughts, emotions, actions, and experiences so they can more effectively navigate their relationships with self and the world.
Kathleen Bazile
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, ACS
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30339
I use an integrative approach that includes psychodynamic, mindfulness, hypnotherapy and CBT.
At the heart of my practice is a belief in the transformative power of holistic and mindful therapy. My professional tapestry is rich and diverse, specializing in assisting individuals who have endured trauma, young women seeking self-esteem improvement & empowerment, new mothers and midlife women adapting to life transitions, and those grappling with anxiety, depression, and emotional struggles. Together, we'll delve beyond mere symptoms to embrace every aspect of your being – your thoughts, emotions, physical well-being, and spirit.
I use an integrative approach that includes psychodynamic, mindfulness, hypnotherapy and CBT.
At the heart of my practice is a belief in the transformative power of holistic and mindful therapy. My professional tapestry is rich and diverse, specializing in assisting individuals who have endured trauma, young women seeking self-esteem improvement & empowerment, new mothers and midlife women adapting to life transitions, and those grappling with anxiety, depression, and emotional struggles. Together, we'll delve beyond mere symptoms to embrace every aspect of your being – your thoughts, emotions, physical well-being, and spirit.
Charmaine Walker, Center of You Counseling, EMDR
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
McDonough, GA 30253
At Center of You Counseling, I specialize in assisting accomplished and successful women who find themselves trapped by their anxiety, depression, or past traumatic experiences. Despite their achievements, they may feel dissatisfied with their lives even after trying various self-improvement methods and consulting different therapists. Now is the ideal time to experience success internally as well as externally. By combining solution-focused brief therapy, EMDR, and clinical hypnotherapy with yoga, meditation, and mindfulness practices, I enable clients to process and heal from their past experiences.
At Center of You Counseling, I specialize in assisting accomplished and successful women who find themselves trapped by their anxiety, depression, or past traumatic experiences. Despite their achievements, they may feel dissatisfied with their lives even after trying various self-improvement methods and consulting different therapists. Now is the ideal time to experience success internally as well as externally. By combining solution-focused brief therapy, EMDR, and clinical hypnotherapy with yoga, meditation, and mindfulness practices, I enable clients to process and heal from their past experiences.
A Place for Me Counseling and Coaching
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CCH, CPCS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30309
We integrate innovative techniques such as Eye Movement Desensitization (EMDR), hypnotherapy, sex therapy, and the gold standard for anxiety, ERP.
If you find yourself grappling with emotional pain, whether it stems from relationship challenges, work stress, past trauma, or the complexities of life transitions, know that you're not alone. You deserve to live the life you desire and we believe one of the bravest things you can do is therapy to begin healing and understanding your own story. This is not just a step toward healing; it's a profound act of self-compassion. Your desire for a fulfilling life is valid, and we are here to help you navigate through these unique challenges. Together, let's craft a new story—one of strength, resilience, and emotional well-being.
We integrate innovative techniques such as Eye Movement Desensitization (EMDR), hypnotherapy, sex therapy, and the gold standard for anxiety, ERP.
If you find yourself grappling with emotional pain, whether it stems from relationship challenges, work stress, past trauma, or the complexities of life transitions, know that you're not alone. You deserve to live the life you desire and we believe one of the bravest things you can do is therapy to begin healing and understanding your own story. This is not just a step toward healing; it's a profound act of self-compassion. Your desire for a fulfilling life is valid, and we are here to help you navigate through these unique challenges. Together, let's craft a new story—one of strength, resilience, and emotional well-being.
Lauren Stinson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC, CPCS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30328
I offer talk therapy, and more specialized approaches to treat trauma(s), such as Somatic and Attachment Focused EMDR and Clinical Hypnotherapy.
Have you experienced symptoms of anxiety, depression, trauma, or are you overwhelmed? Are you unable to reduce the emotional charge of a traumatic event? You may experience inability to sleep or sleeping too much. This may impact you personally, professionally or both. Counseling can often shed light on what you're experiencing to help you develop coping skills, manage strong emotions, and even reduce the emotional charge of a traumatic event. Since everyone is unique, we will work collaboratively to create a plan designed just for you to meet your goals.
I offer talk therapy, and more specialized approaches to treat trauma(s), such as Somatic and Attachment Focused EMDR and Clinical Hypnotherapy.
Have you experienced symptoms of anxiety, depression, trauma, or are you overwhelmed? Are you unable to reduce the emotional charge of a traumatic event? You may experience inability to sleep or sleeping too much. This may impact you personally, professionally or both. Counseling can often shed light on what you're experiencing to help you develop coping skills, manage strong emotions, and even reduce the emotional charge of a traumatic event. Since everyone is unique, we will work collaboratively to create a plan designed just for you to meet your goals.
Natalie Kohlhaas
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CPCS
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Peachtree City, GA 30269
Helping you to reach and obtain your goals is possible through the tried and true evidenced based models of Hypnotherapy, CBT and Brainspotting.
Anxiety is my passion. I, too, have been there and understand. I have provided therapy for adults and adolescents in a variety of settings for over 20 years as a Licenced Professional Counselor, each person is unique, and I will work with you to meet your needs by helping you grow through the use of research-based treatment modalities. Specializing in anxiety and trauma issues, I know therapy is not a relationship to enter into lightly. It is an investment of time and effort where you allow yourself to transform your opportunities.
Helping you to reach and obtain your goals is possible through the tried and true evidenced based models of Hypnotherapy, CBT and Brainspotting.
Anxiety is my passion. I, too, have been there and understand. I have provided therapy for adults and adolescents in a variety of settings for over 20 years as a Licenced Professional Counselor, each person is unique, and I will work with you to meet your needs by helping you grow through the use of research-based treatment modalities. Specializing in anxiety and trauma issues, I know therapy is not a relationship to enter into lightly. It is an investment of time and effort where you allow yourself to transform your opportunities.
Unleashminds Hypnotherapy
CCHT
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30354
Hypnotherapy allows you to have positive suggestions made directly to your subconscious mind to help you make permanent positive behavioral changes. Have you known the answers to a test after you finished the test, Some of these tests determine if we still have a job or promotions, a lot of pressure and stress. Hypnotherapy helps with memory, stress, and anxieties and so much more. Our body responds to our thoughts, Fertility and Weight loss is very much affected by stress. Stress contributes to a plethora of conditions we suffer from, Hypnotherapy is an excellent method to get past these issues.
Hypnotherapy allows you to have positive suggestions made directly to your subconscious mind to help you make permanent positive behavioral changes. Have you known the answers to a test after you finished the test, Some of these tests determine if we still have a job or promotions, a lot of pressure and stress. Hypnotherapy helps with memory, stress, and anxieties and so much more. Our body responds to our thoughts, Fertility and Weight loss is very much affected by stress. Stress contributes to a plethora of conditions we suffer from, Hypnotherapy is an excellent method to get past these issues.
Michael-Renee Godfrey
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD,RN, LPC,PCS, BC-TMH, CAMS-II, CFRC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Acworth, GA 30101
When needed, I use equine assisted psychotherapy & hypnotherapy.
"If my aim is to prove I am enough, the project goes on to infinity; because the battle was already lost on the day I conceded the issue was debatable." ~Nathaniel Branden. As an experiential therapist, I "name the elephant in the room" & help clients navigate obstacles denying them pure joy in living. I work with clients to get out of their own way, embrace their power, choose "gutz over fear," & not let their worst enemy be between their own two ears. My clients learn the power & responsibility of choice, self-compassion when self-esteem fails, respect in accountability, grace when failing forward, and celebration & love of self.
When needed, I use equine assisted psychotherapy & hypnotherapy.
"If my aim is to prove I am enough, the project goes on to infinity; because the battle was already lost on the day I conceded the issue was debatable." ~Nathaniel Branden. As an experiential therapist, I "name the elephant in the room" & help clients navigate obstacles denying them pure joy in living. I work with clients to get out of their own way, embrace their power, choose "gutz over fear," & not let their worst enemy be between their own two ears. My clients learn the power & responsibility of choice, self-compassion when self-esteem fails, respect in accountability, grace when failing forward, and celebration & love of self.
Paula Sinisterra
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CCH
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Chamblee, GA 30341
Waitlist for new clients
I utilize an integrative, holistic approach that is informed by the Mind/Body connection, Mindfulness, Exposure and Response Prevention, Internal Family Systems, and Hypnotherapy.
I am an Anxiety, OCD and Trauma specialist. When clients come to work with me they are often struggling with fear of the unknown, relationship challenges, low self-esteem, behavioral and mental compulsions, negative intrusive thoughts and other such patterns that are taking them deeper into the fear spiral. In therapy, I support my clients in developing a kinder relationship with themselves while becoming more conscious of the negative coping patterns that are holding them in cycles of pain. We work on shifting this while also developing the positive coping skills needed to move towards a healthier, freer and more joyful life.
I utilize an integrative, holistic approach that is informed by the Mind/Body connection, Mindfulness, Exposure and Response Prevention, Internal Family Systems, and Hypnotherapy.
I am an Anxiety, OCD and Trauma specialist. When clients come to work with me they are often struggling with fear of the unknown, relationship challenges, low self-esteem, behavioral and mental compulsions, negative intrusive thoughts and other such patterns that are taking them deeper into the fear spiral. In therapy, I support my clients in developing a kinder relationship with themselves while becoming more conscious of the negative coping patterns that are holding them in cycles of pain. We work on shifting this while also developing the positive coping skills needed to move towards a healthier, freer and more joyful life.
Kristine Berard-Whitfield
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30309 (Online Only)
For clients interested in exploring hypnotherapy, the process of guided relaxation and subconscious awareness can be used to encourage healthy habits, reduce anxiety, or shift emotional blocks.
I hold a Masters of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Georgia. As a clinician, I have worked in both family counseling and holistic wellness settings. My areas of specialty are Individual Therapy, Teletherapy, and Hypnotherapy. I work with a variety of different concerns women face, such as Trauma, Adjustment Issues, Anxiety, Depression, Grief, Shame, (OCD), and Health/Caregiver concerns. My theoretical approach utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Theory, while incorporating perspectives and interventions from Narrative, Feminist, and Existential Theories.
For clients interested in exploring hypnotherapy, the process of guided relaxation and subconscious awareness can be used to encourage healthy habits, reduce anxiety, or shift emotional blocks.
I hold a Masters of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Georgia. As a clinician, I have worked in both family counseling and holistic wellness settings. My areas of specialty are Individual Therapy, Teletherapy, and Hypnotherapy. I work with a variety of different concerns women face, such as Trauma, Adjustment Issues, Anxiety, Depression, Grief, Shame, (OCD), and Health/Caregiver concerns. My theoretical approach utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Theory, while incorporating perspectives and interventions from Narrative, Feminist, and Existential Theories.
Tanya Zeiliger
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CHT, NCC
Verified Verified
Alpharetta, GA 30022
To best meet my clients’ needs, I use various techniques including hypnotherapy, which helps to identify and understand those thoughts and behaviors that sabotage your goals.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 20+ years of experience in counseling for individuals (children, teenagers and adults), couples, and families. I have worked with diverse ethnic populations providing therapy for variety of psychological symptoms, illnesses and conditions such as depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, parenting concerns, post-traumatic stress disorder, substance abuse, stress management and other issues. As a Counselor, my goal is to fully understand the client’s experience and provide specific interventions to help in overcoming concerning life challenges.
To best meet my clients’ needs, I use various techniques including hypnotherapy, which helps to identify and understand those thoughts and behaviors that sabotage your goals.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 20+ years of experience in counseling for individuals (children, teenagers and adults), couples, and families. I have worked with diverse ethnic populations providing therapy for variety of psychological symptoms, illnesses and conditions such as depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, parenting concerns, post-traumatic stress disorder, substance abuse, stress management and other issues. As a Counselor, my goal is to fully understand the client’s experience and provide specific interventions to help in overcoming concerning life challenges.
Rev. Dr. Betsie H Poinsett
CHT, DD, Clinical
Verified Verified
Demorest, GA 30535
My mission is to help people release any blocks they may have that are holding them back from becoming the unlimited person they deserve to be!! Hypnotherapy accesses 100% of the mind, therefore, clients have faster results in a shorter amount of time. Most people tell me "they have tried everything else" and now seek the positive benefits in hypnotherapy.
My mission is to help people release any blocks they may have that are holding them back from becoming the unlimited person they deserve to be!! Hypnotherapy accesses 100% of the mind, therefore, clients have faster results in a shorter amount of time. Most people tell me "they have tried everything else" and now seek the positive benefits in hypnotherapy.
Adele Teresa Hernandez
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CCH, RPT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Roswell, GA 30076
I am certified in Hypnotherapy and also use a new, cutting edge technique called Brainspotting as well as EMDR to promote rapid change for trauma, depression and anxiety.
My passion is helping people discover their strengths and use those strengths to work through the internal blocks that prevent them from living life to their full potential. I love working with adults, couples and families.
I am certified in Hypnotherapy and also use a new, cutting edge technique called Brainspotting as well as EMDR to promote rapid change for trauma, depression and anxiety.
My passion is helping people discover their strengths and use those strengths to work through the internal blocks that prevent them from living life to their full potential. I love working with adults, couples and families.
Diane Chrestman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCht, DCEP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Suwanee, GA 30024
We offer holistic, evidence-based treatments such as mindfulness, meditation, Buddhist psychology, hypnotherapy, energy psychology, and cognitive-behavioral therapy.
Embarking on the journey of self-discovery, especially when faced with challenges in marriage, anxiety, or depression, can be overwhelming. If you're navigating these complexities, I'm here to provide unwavering support. As a therapist, my mission is to guide individuals, couples, and those grappling with anxiety or depression toward clarity and functionality. I recognize the profound impact of these struggles on decision-making and am dedicated to helping you set and achieve tangible goals for emotional wellness. Together, we'll uncover and transform patterns that may be limiting your ability to thrive.
We offer holistic, evidence-based treatments such as mindfulness, meditation, Buddhist psychology, hypnotherapy, energy psychology, and cognitive-behavioral therapy.
Embarking on the journey of self-discovery, especially when faced with challenges in marriage, anxiety, or depression, can be overwhelming. If you're navigating these complexities, I'm here to provide unwavering support. As a therapist, my mission is to guide individuals, couples, and those grappling with anxiety or depression toward clarity and functionality. I recognize the profound impact of these struggles on decision-making and am dedicated to helping you set and achieve tangible goals for emotional wellness. Together, we'll uncover and transform patterns that may be limiting your ability to thrive.
Monica Dutke
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ATR, CHT, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30309
I provide healing services using art therapy, psychotherapy, hypnotherapy, play therapy, DBT, EMDR and others. I work from a strength-based approach to meet you where you are. I believe the therapeutic relationship is sacred and that each person, couple, family or group is different, with different needs. It is through my life experience, training, and education that I am able to work creatively with you to meet your needs and goals. I provide therapeutic services to groups, individuals of all ages, families and couples, and have extensive experience working with individuals and families struggling with addiction and codependency.
I provide healing services using art therapy, psychotherapy, hypnotherapy, play therapy, DBT, EMDR and others. I work from a strength-based approach to meet you where you are. I believe the therapeutic relationship is sacred and that each person, couple, family or group is different, with different needs. It is through my life experience, training, and education that I am able to work creatively with you to meet your needs and goals. I provide therapeutic services to groups, individuals of all ages, families and couples, and have extensive experience working with individuals and families struggling with addiction and codependency.
Joanne Kinney
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Buford, GA 30518
I use CBT, DBT, Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction, play therapy interventions, and Hypnotherapy to get to the root causes of your concerns.
I provide counseling in the state of Georgia (in office and online) as well as Florida (online only). I offer a warm and relatable approach and especially enjoy working with adults, couples, children (10+), and teens. I have many years experience helping individuals who struggle with depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, trauma, social/relational/family conflict, academic and workplace difficulties, as well as life transitions - big and small.
I use CBT, DBT, Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction, play therapy interventions, and Hypnotherapy to get to the root causes of your concerns.
I provide counseling in the state of Georgia (in office and online) as well as Florida (online only). I offer a warm and relatable approach and especially enjoy working with adults, couples, children (10+), and teens. I have many years experience helping individuals who struggle with depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, trauma, social/relational/family conflict, academic and workplace difficulties, as well as life transitions - big and small.
Shannon O'Brien Jones
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC, CCH, CPCS
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30324
To heal from events or programming that have overwhelmed the body and mind, I aim for lasting change which requires neuro-biological shifts, achieved through processes such as hypnotherapy, attachment healing and experiential brain-based processes.
I believe in the power of therapy to transform, heal and reprogram so that you can lead a full life. Are you having trouble being who you want to be in your relationships? Are you overwhelmed by intrusive thoughts? Are you desperate for relief from past trauma? I am committed to providing a compassionate space for you to be heard in order to explore old hurts, navigate present difficulties, and find relief from emotional pain and anxiety. I utilize evidence-based treatment modalities that access both conscious and subconscious issues.
To heal from events or programming that have overwhelmed the body and mind, I aim for lasting change which requires neuro-biological shifts, achieved through processes such as hypnotherapy, attachment healing and experiential brain-based processes.
I believe in the power of therapy to transform, heal and reprogram so that you can lead a full life. Are you having trouble being who you want to be in your relationships? Are you overwhelmed by intrusive thoughts? Are you desperate for relief from past trauma? I am committed to providing a compassionate space for you to be heard in order to explore old hurts, navigate present difficulties, and find relief from emotional pain and anxiety. I utilize evidence-based treatment modalities that access both conscious and subconscious issues.
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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.