Hypnotherapists in Madison, WI

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Michelle Marking
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Madison, WI 53705
Recently I completed intensive training and am certified in hypnosis and hypnotherapy.
Life presents many challenges and changes. I have been providing mental health services to children, teens, adults and families for many years. My goal is to listen and assist clients in making changes that will increase their ability to live and enjoy life. I specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of children, teens and adults. I enjoy the variety of ages and issues clients present.
Recently I completed intensive training and am certified in hypnosis and hypnotherapy.
Life presents many challenges and changes. I have been providing mental health services to children, teens, adults and families for many years. My goal is to listen and assist clients in making changes that will increase their ability to live and enjoy life. I specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of children, teens and adults. I enjoy the variety of ages and issues clients present.
(608) 546-9058 x225 View (608) 546-9058 x225
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Brita Larson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Madison, WI 53705
With clinical hypnotherapy, we can unveil and resolve the origin of your problem, which in turn heals your symptoms.
Are you ready to create profound, lasting change in your life? When anxiety strikes, you feel it everywhere in your body and it becomes completely overwhelming. You feel both incapable of doing what you need to do and also like you might jump out of your skin. You don’t have to live like this. It is possible to move through every day with ease and grace and live a life defined by inner peace and power. Together, we will unveil the barriers running your life and remove the underlying causes of your problem.
With clinical hypnotherapy, we can unveil and resolve the origin of your problem, which in turn heals your symptoms.
Are you ready to create profound, lasting change in your life? When anxiety strikes, you feel it everywhere in your body and it becomes completely overwhelming. You feel both incapable of doing what you need to do and also like you might jump out of your skin. You don’t have to live like this. It is possible to move through every day with ease and grace and live a life defined by inner peace and power. Together, we will unveil the barriers running your life and remove the underlying causes of your problem.
(608) 535-5962 View (608) 535-5962
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Bethany Lato
Counselor, LPC, ACHT
Verified Verified
Madison, WI 53715
Through hypnotherapy and other mind-body based approaches, you will discover your own ability to heal from your past.
You struggle to cope in your daily life, as you carry around anxiety, depression, uncontrollable moods, flashbacks, and relational issues. You find that you are unable to move forward from past life experiences that have made a lasting impact on you. You feel stuck by past experiences that continue to resurface time and time again, and you know that you deserve more. And yet you are creative, curious, eager to learn, and aim to live a life rooted in wellness and self-growth. You are looking for something beyond talk therapy and momentary solutions - you are ready to dig deeper and make lasting change within your life.
Through hypnotherapy and other mind-body based approaches, you will discover your own ability to heal from your past.
You struggle to cope in your daily life, as you carry around anxiety, depression, uncontrollable moods, flashbacks, and relational issues. You find that you are unable to move forward from past life experiences that have made a lasting impact on you. You feel stuck by past experiences that continue to resurface time and time again, and you know that you deserve more. And yet you are creative, curious, eager to learn, and aim to live a life rooted in wellness and self-growth. You are looking for something beyond talk therapy and momentary solutions - you are ready to dig deeper and make lasting change within your life.
(414) 662-9770 View (414) 662-9770
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Ruth Ellen Saul
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Madison, WI 53719
I partner with my clients to reduce anxiety, depression, stress, and malaise, while also building strengths and adaptation strategies. To do this, we usually 1) explore any straightforward or creative ways to alter life circumstances that contribute to the malaise, and 2) identify, then make and implement a plan to reduce any self-limiting thoughts, beliefs, assumptions, and doubts that contribute to my clients' distress. While this sounds abstract and difficult, I am informal in my approach and we often have a good time getting where we're going!
I partner with my clients to reduce anxiety, depression, stress, and malaise, while also building strengths and adaptation strategies. To do this, we usually 1) explore any straightforward or creative ways to alter life circumstances that contribute to the malaise, and 2) identify, then make and implement a plan to reduce any self-limiting thoughts, beliefs, assumptions, and doubts that contribute to my clients' distress. While this sounds abstract and difficult, I am informal in my approach and we often have a good time getting where we're going!
(608) 567-4703 View (608) 567-4703
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Anesis Center for Marriage and Family Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Madison, WI 53711
We love to collaborate with clients to help them draw from their own expertise, build on their own positive values, discover their own skills, and use these new tools to work through conflicts and hardships. We are systems therapist. What that means is: we like to approach problems that people have within the context of social, political and cultural storylines that influence the way we view ourselves and our own personal stories. We use this same approach in family therapy to seek ways to change the way the family system works rather than trying to "fix" a specific family member.
We love to collaborate with clients to help them draw from their own expertise, build on their own positive values, discover their own skills, and use these new tools to work through conflicts and hardships. We are systems therapist. What that means is: we like to approach problems that people have within the context of social, political and cultural storylines that influence the way we view ourselves and our own personal stories. We use this same approach in family therapy to seek ways to change the way the family system works rather than trying to "fix" a specific family member.
(608) 802-7669 View (608) 802-7669
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Lauren Cunningham
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Madison, WI 53711
Human beings are delightfully resilient creatures. People may experience pain, yet be determined to work through and move beyond it. I feel privileged to witness such courage and determination in my clients. I will work collaboratively with you. The expert on you is you! I bring my training, experience, and knowledge of psychological principles and treatments as tools to help you meet your goals. Often a balanced approach is helpful, developing practical strategies as well as identifying underlying issues contributing to your present-day problems. Some clients prefer emphasizing one approach over another; I aim to be responsive to your needs.
Human beings are delightfully resilient creatures. People may experience pain, yet be determined to work through and move beyond it. I feel privileged to witness such courage and determination in my clients. I will work collaboratively with you. The expert on you is you! I bring my training, experience, and knowledge of psychological principles and treatments as tools to help you meet your goals. Often a balanced approach is helpful, developing practical strategies as well as identifying underlying issues contributing to your present-day problems. Some clients prefer emphasizing one approach over another; I aim to be responsive to your needs.
(608) 492-1068 View (608) 492-1068
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Karen K Kimball
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Madison, WI 53705
I love my work: helping individuals and couples solve problems, grow and flourish. We grow by learning mastery; to me this means being competent in dealing with yourself and the outside world. I help clients do this by gaining self-knowledge and learning the skills necessary to be empowered to reach their goals and improve their most important relationships. Since starting my practice in 1983 I have been dedicated to helping clients achieve mastery. I take a very active role, and do "what works" for each client, using a variety of treatment approaches.
I love my work: helping individuals and couples solve problems, grow and flourish. We grow by learning mastery; to me this means being competent in dealing with yourself and the outside world. I help clients do this by gaining self-knowledge and learning the skills necessary to be empowered to reach their goals and improve their most important relationships. Since starting my practice in 1983 I have been dedicated to helping clients achieve mastery. I take a very active role, and do "what works" for each client, using a variety of treatment approaches.
(608) 515-5314 View (608) 515-5314
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Bonnie Dilley (Lubet)
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, SAC, RN, EMDR
Verified Verified
Madison, WI 53713
There are many reasons for seeking guidance and today, you have taken the first courageous step by looking for help. I invite you to take the next step and call 608-577-4222 for a NO COST “get acquainted” phone consult. Maybe your current coping strategies are not working, or you haven't healed from emotionally painful life experiences/trauma that are negatively impacting you today. Perhaps you want to improve your relationship and learn effective communication skills. Together we can work to find effective solutions and coping strategies that work for you. I am honored to partner with you on your journey to your best self.
There are many reasons for seeking guidance and today, you have taken the first courageous step by looking for help. I invite you to take the next step and call 608-577-4222 for a NO COST “get acquainted” phone consult. Maybe your current coping strategies are not working, or you haven't healed from emotionally painful life experiences/trauma that are negatively impacting you today. Perhaps you want to improve your relationship and learn effective communication skills. Together we can work to find effective solutions and coping strategies that work for you. I am honored to partner with you on your journey to your best self.
(608) 844-2117 View (608) 844-2117
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Dave Minden
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Madison, WI 53705
I have provided psychotherapy for over 35 years. I listen to your concerns and your strengths to find the best ways to help you make the changes needed. You may have already made some changes and these are vital to build upon. No concern is too small, and we will often see a snowball of positive changes occur.
I have provided psychotherapy for over 35 years. I listen to your concerns and your strengths to find the best ways to help you make the changes needed. You may have already made some changes and these are vital to build upon. No concern is too small, and we will often see a snowball of positive changes occur.
(608) 440-8161 View (608) 440-8161
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Amal Othman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Madison, WI 53703
Resilience is the capacity to prepare for, recover from, and adapt in the face of stress, challenge or adversity. I provide a brave space for holistic health and well-being. I offer compassionate and integrative counseling to individuals and couples. I explore with you the practice of resilience, the embodiment of wellness, and how to access your innate wisdom to empower yourself and improve the quality of your life. My clinical approach is influenced by Internal Family Systems, somatic psychotherapy, and various relational, cognitive, and behavioral modalities.
Resilience is the capacity to prepare for, recover from, and adapt in the face of stress, challenge or adversity. I provide a brave space for holistic health and well-being. I offer compassionate and integrative counseling to individuals and couples. I explore with you the practice of resilience, the embodiment of wellness, and how to access your innate wisdom to empower yourself and improve the quality of your life. My clinical approach is influenced by Internal Family Systems, somatic psychotherapy, and various relational, cognitive, and behavioral modalities.
(608) 200-3215 View (608) 200-3215
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Nina Pernecke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Madison, WI 53705  (Online Only)
Are you ready for peace? A hallmark of my work is the quickness of the process. What is possible for you? Discover your unshakable core, replacing anxiety, depression and self criticism. Practicing in IL and in WI, and coaching globally, I work with adults who experience panic, esteem, boundary, life, relationship, or performance challenges. Together, we discover how your experience impacts you and to turn it around through the use of powerful methods, which can include hypnosis therapy, and traditional counseling. These methods are also helpful with college students and in my Peaceful Power(tm) Program.
Are you ready for peace? A hallmark of my work is the quickness of the process. What is possible for you? Discover your unshakable core, replacing anxiety, depression and self criticism. Practicing in IL and in WI, and coaching globally, I work with adults who experience panic, esteem, boundary, life, relationship, or performance challenges. Together, we discover how your experience impacts you and to turn it around through the use of powerful methods, which can include hypnosis therapy, and traditional counseling. These methods are also helpful with college students and in my Peaceful Power(tm) Program.
(312) 626-3871 View (312) 626-3871
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Jennifer J Sluga
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC, LPC, SAC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Madison, WI 53704
Waitlist for new clients
My goal is to be able to provide mental health care to all! I am creating social media resources accessible to all to use for support in their life. You can begin your learning and healing if you look up Trauma Life Consulting on Facebook and Instagram. I also have a resource page in which then you can view more information and also be able to have interactive resources available to you at a rate you could never find therapy for! Go to the Patreon.com and look me up at Jenn Sluga-Trauma Life Consulting. Lets work together to spread mental health and share resources more freely! Mental health care for ALL!
My goal is to be able to provide mental health care to all! I am creating social media resources accessible to all to use for support in their life. You can begin your learning and healing if you look up Trauma Life Consulting on Facebook and Instagram. I also have a resource page in which then you can view more information and also be able to have interactive resources available to you at a rate you could never find therapy for! Go to the Patreon.com and look me up at Jenn Sluga-Trauma Life Consulting. Lets work together to spread mental health and share resources more freely! Mental health care for ALL!
(608) 200-3176 View (608) 200-3176
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Dr. Frederick (“Ted') Green
Psychologist, PsyD, LP, ASCH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Madison, WI 53701
I provide psychological/ neuropsychological testing, psychotherapy, and hypnosis (medical and clinical). If you are interested in working together to learn what you didn’t know you knew or control what you didn’t know you could, psychotherapy and hypnosis can help. If you need testing or assessment, I can put together a specific testing battery to meet your assessment needs. I specialize in ADHD differential diagnoses, Autism Spectrum Disorder differential diagnosis, as well as personality testing for many other differential diagnoses. I see ages 16 and up. I look forward to meeting you!
I provide psychological/ neuropsychological testing, psychotherapy, and hypnosis (medical and clinical). If you are interested in working together to learn what you didn’t know you knew or control what you didn’t know you could, psychotherapy and hypnosis can help. If you need testing or assessment, I can put together a specific testing battery to meet your assessment needs. I specialize in ADHD differential diagnoses, Autism Spectrum Disorder differential diagnosis, as well as personality testing for many other differential diagnoses. I see ages 16 and up. I look forward to meeting you!
(774) 541-1353 View (774) 541-1353
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Jean Daute
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CSAC, MAC, ICS
Verified Verified
Madison, WI 53704
Not accepting new clients
I am trained in EMDR, Brainspotting and Hypnotherapy.
Individuals looking for counseling are often struggling with issues that have developed over time. Often, these issues can be caused by painful relationships, work environments, family problems, traumatic events, health issues, alcohol or drug addiction as well as being an affected family member or friend, loss of loved ones or simply feeling stuck in an unsatisfactory place in life. My focus is to carefully listen and understand the issues that you want to address and then focus on helping you to utilize your strengths, abilities, and skills to find a sense of empowerment in your life.
I am trained in EMDR, Brainspotting and Hypnotherapy.
Individuals looking for counseling are often struggling with issues that have developed over time. Often, these issues can be caused by painful relationships, work environments, family problems, traumatic events, health issues, alcohol or drug addiction as well as being an affected family member or friend, loss of loved ones or simply feeling stuck in an unsatisfactory place in life. My focus is to carefully listen and understand the issues that you want to address and then focus on helping you to utilize your strengths, abilities, and skills to find a sense of empowerment in your life.
(608) 440-8241 View (608) 440-8241

More Therapists Nearby

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Lawrence Charles Aronow
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Middleton, WI 53562  (Online Only)
You are not broken and in need of “fixing.” Rather, your early life, sense of belonging and experiences have influenced patterns and behaviors that brought you here. Change is within your reach. Whether you’re struggling with addiction or unresolved trauma; healing from domestic violence; enduring a relationship breakup; or concerned by your child’s mental health and behavioral issues, let’s work together on a positive path forward. I am a licensed marriage and family therapist specializing in addiction and substance abuse and certified in trauma and domestic violence therapy and as divorce and family mediator.
You are not broken and in need of “fixing.” Rather, your early life, sense of belonging and experiences have influenced patterns and behaviors that brought you here. Change is within your reach. Whether you’re struggling with addiction or unresolved trauma; healing from domestic violence; enduring a relationship breakup; or concerned by your child’s mental health and behavioral issues, let’s work together on a positive path forward. I am a licensed marriage and family therapist specializing in addiction and substance abuse and certified in trauma and domestic violence therapy and as divorce and family mediator.
(608) 557-4221 View (608) 557-4221

Online Therapists

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Samara Counseling Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hales Corners, WI 53130
I have been trained in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Hypnotherapy, and EMDR.
I provide therapy services to adults in office, outdoor, and virtual settings. I see new clients that have been depressed or anxious for years and never received therapy before, as well as people who have experience with different therapists and are looking for something new. As an option, services can incorporate nature and the outdoors into the psychotherapy setting. Clients who seek services at Samara may have found office-based services to be overwhelming or ineffective and prefer to be in natural settings while discussing difficult topics. Regardless of your location of choice, Samara will support your journey.
I have been trained in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Hypnotherapy, and EMDR.
I provide therapy services to adults in office, outdoor, and virtual settings. I see new clients that have been depressed or anxious for years and never received therapy before, as well as people who have experience with different therapists and are looking for something new. As an option, services can incorporate nature and the outdoors into the psychotherapy setting. Clients who seek services at Samara may have found office-based services to be overwhelming or ineffective and prefer to be in natural settings while discussing difficult topics. Regardless of your location of choice, Samara will support your journey.
(414) 348-1820 View (414) 348-1820
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C-Ptsd Childhood Trauma Healing Christina Manolatos
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS, NBCCH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
South Milwaukee, WI 53172  (Online Only)
Are you ready to rewrite your trauma narrative and reclaim your life?I offer person-centered therapy and hypnotherapy with brain-based techniques, guiding you towards holistic well-being with an empathetic approach that fosters trust.Specializing in helping trauma survivors break generational cycles,I empower them to heal their inner child.As a fellow trauma survivor and advocate for inner child healing,I understand the journey and provide support for managing Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder(CPTSD) and anxiety.If you're seeking a safe space to rewrite your trauma narrative and find healing,I'm here to support and empower you
Are you ready to rewrite your trauma narrative and reclaim your life?I offer person-centered therapy and hypnotherapy with brain-based techniques, guiding you towards holistic well-being with an empathetic approach that fosters trust.Specializing in helping trauma survivors break generational cycles,I empower them to heal their inner child.As a fellow trauma survivor and advocate for inner child healing,I understand the journey and provide support for managing Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder(CPTSD) and anxiety.If you're seeking a safe space to rewrite your trauma narrative and find healing,I'm here to support and empower you
(414) 251-2378 View (414) 251-2378
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Joleena Abrams
CCTSA, MA, CLC, CMEMI
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53201  (Online Only)
She uses state of the art therapies, based off of the newest research, such as Hypnotherapy, Multichannel Eye Movement Integration (MEMI), EMDR (Bilateral Stimulation), CBT, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Restoration Therapy techniques and the CSAT model.
Joleena is Certified in the Treament of Sexual Addiction, is a Certified Betrayal Trauma Coach, a Certified Clinical Trauma and Addiction Specialist, with a Masters of Psychology in Grief Counseling, and a Bachelors of Science in Psychology. Joleena specializes in helping couples working through betrayal and addiction of all kinds. She also works with clients that are struggling with anxiety, addictive behaviors, depression, PTSD, emotional abuse, mental abuse and trauma of various kinds. Her passion is to provide a safe space for her clients and to walk hand-in-hand with them, guiding them through the healing process.
She uses state of the art therapies, based off of the newest research, such as Hypnotherapy, Multichannel Eye Movement Integration (MEMI), EMDR (Bilateral Stimulation), CBT, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Restoration Therapy techniques and the CSAT model.
Joleena is Certified in the Treament of Sexual Addiction, is a Certified Betrayal Trauma Coach, a Certified Clinical Trauma and Addiction Specialist, with a Masters of Psychology in Grief Counseling, and a Bachelors of Science in Psychology. Joleena specializes in helping couples working through betrayal and addiction of all kinds. She also works with clients that are struggling with anxiety, addictive behaviors, depression, PTSD, emotional abuse, mental abuse and trauma of various kinds. Her passion is to provide a safe space for her clients and to walk hand-in-hand with them, guiding them through the healing process.
(414) 441-5732 View (414) 441-5732
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Roots of Healing, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, MSHN, L Hyp, CWFC
Verified Verified
Appleton, WI 54915  (Online Only)
I can help! I offer an integrative approach which may utilize counseling, hypnotherapy, bioenergetics, sound healing, and/or wellness coaching.
Sometimes life can feel like we are stuck in the mud. We are struggling to get out, to break free, but it feels like we can't get out. We may feel frustrated, angry, anxious, helpless, or distraught. When this happens, it can be difficult to know how to deal with what happened or what type of help we need.
I can help! I offer an integrative approach which may utilize counseling, hypnotherapy, bioenergetics, sound healing, and/or wellness coaching.
Sometimes life can feel like we are stuck in the mud. We are struggling to get out, to break free, but it feels like we can't get out. We may feel frustrated, angry, anxious, helpless, or distraught. When this happens, it can be difficult to know how to deal with what happened or what type of help we need.
(920) 395-1081 View (920) 395-1081
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Ann Marie Arvoy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mequon, WI 53092
I am trained in Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy, EMDR, Heart-Based Hypnotherapy and Heartmath.
My approach in therapy is to be honest and direct with the people I work with, but in a way that is combined with compassion and understanding. I am often told by my clients that they feel they are truly listened to and not judged. I have success in working with people who want to alleviate stress, decrease depression and anxiety, identify and work through negative patterns and create more joy and passion in their lives.
I am trained in Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy, EMDR, Heart-Based Hypnotherapy and Heartmath.
My approach in therapy is to be honest and direct with the people I work with, but in a way that is combined with compassion and understanding. I am often told by my clients that they feel they are truly listened to and not judged. I have success in working with people who want to alleviate stress, decrease depression and anxiety, identify and work through negative patterns and create more joy and passion in their lives.
(262) 725-4158 View (262) 725-4158
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.