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Hypnotherapy By The Bay LLC
Verified Verified
Annapolis, MD 21401
Gifts Gone Bad? Take Back Your Bliss! Here Janis KC Jarvis MA MHt CLC offers Transpersonal Clinical Hypnotherapy, Life Coaching and Meditation to assist you to reduce or eliminate Traumatic Effects from the past,.
On a mission to uplift and foster positive change in 1 BILLION people by Fall 2027! Are you stuck in destructive behavior, confusion, fear or frustration?  What if your best life is waiting for you, just beyond your reach? ​ Do you feel like you are taking one step forward and two steps back? ​ Are you sick of it? I can help you get to where you want to go! Experience the joy of m​y unique blend of hypnotherapy and life coaching. Reach for your best life and make it last!
Gifts Gone Bad? Take Back Your Bliss! Here Janis KC Jarvis MA MHt CLC offers Transpersonal Clinical Hypnotherapy, Life Coaching and Meditation to assist you to reduce or eliminate Traumatic Effects from the past,.
On a mission to uplift and foster positive change in 1 BILLION people by Fall 2027! Are you stuck in destructive behavior, confusion, fear or frustration?  What if your best life is waiting for you, just beyond your reach? ​ Do you feel like you are taking one step forward and two steps back? ​ Are you sick of it? I can help you get to where you want to go! Experience the joy of m​y unique blend of hypnotherapy and life coaching. Reach for your best life and make it last!
(443) 516-9989 View (443) 516-9989
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Carman M. Klassen
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, LCADC, CCDP, CHT
Verified Verified
Annapolis, MD 21401
I am trained in EMDR, Hypnotherapy and Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS).
My goal is to help individuals overcome emotional, mental & spiritual obstacles that prevent them from living life to the fullest and living up to your potentional without guilt. Combined with different modes of therapy to help you overcome addiction, trauma, grief and relationship issues.
I am trained in EMDR, Hypnotherapy and Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS).
My goal is to help individuals overcome emotional, mental & spiritual obstacles that prevent them from living life to the fullest and living up to your potentional without guilt. Combined with different modes of therapy to help you overcome addiction, trauma, grief and relationship issues.
(410) 202-0316 View (410) 202-0316
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Jennifer Morris
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, CHT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Annapolis, MD 21401
She teaches Hypnotherapy and offers ongoing Hypnotherapy Supervision groups.
I believe that a respectful, supportive, collaborative, relationship, free from judgement is important for deeper healing. My approach is warm & creative. I use traditional psychotherapy and adjunctive therapies to work from the inside out - allowing one to resolve deep-rooted, underlying issues. I am skilled and Certified in Psychotherapy, Hypnotherapy, EMDR ,and Sex Therapy. Together, we work towards freeing you from the pain of anxiety, Depression, PTSD, sexual disorders and eating struggles. Self-understanding with resolution can allow choice. I welcome the opportunity to be part of your journey to a freer life.
She teaches Hypnotherapy and offers ongoing Hypnotherapy Supervision groups.
I believe that a respectful, supportive, collaborative, relationship, free from judgement is important for deeper healing. My approach is warm & creative. I use traditional psychotherapy and adjunctive therapies to work from the inside out - allowing one to resolve deep-rooted, underlying issues. I am skilled and Certified in Psychotherapy, Hypnotherapy, EMDR ,and Sex Therapy. Together, we work towards freeing you from the pain of anxiety, Depression, PTSD, sexual disorders and eating struggles. Self-understanding with resolution can allow choice. I welcome the opportunity to be part of your journey to a freer life.
(410) 267-4497 View (410) 267-4497
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Galaxy Hypnosis
CHT, DCI
Verified Verified
Annapolis, MD 21401
Hypnosis and hypnotherapy are a healing modalities that help better balance feelings and emotions while helping your focus on achieving your goals and dreams.
We work with clients to help them deal with Anger, Anxiety, Self- Confidence, Depression, Fears and Phobias, Smoking Cessation, and Weight Loss. We will explain how hypnosis works and can help you enhance your life using hypnosis to better manage stress over life's challenges and improve your quality of life. We enhance your situational coping skills. We help you retake control of your life, place the past in the past where it belongs, and make positive choices that facilitate the change you want in your life.
Hypnosis and hypnotherapy are a healing modalities that help better balance feelings and emotions while helping your focus on achieving your goals and dreams.
We work with clients to help them deal with Anger, Anxiety, Self- Confidence, Depression, Fears and Phobias, Smoking Cessation, and Weight Loss. We will explain how hypnosis works and can help you enhance your life using hypnosis to better manage stress over life's challenges and improve your quality of life. We enhance your situational coping skills. We help you retake control of your life, place the past in the past where it belongs, and make positive choices that facilitate the change you want in your life.
(301) 259-3729 View (301) 259-3729
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Steve Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA
Verified Verified
Annapolis, MD 21401
"There is the inside , there is the outside and then there is the bridge between the two." I work extensively with PTSD, addiction and trauma recovery. I have over 25 years of experience with EMDR. Panic attacks, addictions, nightmares and social phobia are also a large part of the work I do. I utilize emdr because talk therapy sometimes simply doesn't work.
"There is the inside , there is the outside and then there is the bridge between the two." I work extensively with PTSD, addiction and trauma recovery. I have over 25 years of experience with EMDR. Panic attacks, addictions, nightmares and social phobia are also a large part of the work I do. I utilize emdr because talk therapy sometimes simply doesn't work.
(301) 804-2284 View (301) 804-2284
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Lorraine Mcdermott
Psychologist, PhD, CAGS, MA
Verified Verified
Annapolis, MD 21401
I have practiced psychology in the Annapolis area for almost 29 years. Currently I have offices in Annapolis and Kent Island. The slogan you will see in my telephone directory ads is: "Life's too Short to be Unhappy.'' I live by this slogan and encourage patients to do the same. I do my best work with patients who are motivated to make changes and who are open to a direct approach. I always provide input to patients and encourage interaction with the goal of solving problems. I work with adults of all ages and adolescents. I have enjoyed many successful treatment outcomes.
I have practiced psychology in the Annapolis area for almost 29 years. Currently I have offices in Annapolis and Kent Island. The slogan you will see in my telephone directory ads is: "Life's too Short to be Unhappy.'' I live by this slogan and encourage patients to do the same. I do my best work with patients who are motivated to make changes and who are open to a direct approach. I always provide input to patients and encourage interaction with the goal of solving problems. I work with adults of all ages and adolescents. I have enjoyed many successful treatment outcomes.
(410) 263-5300 View (410) 263-5300
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Maryann Boyle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, CCTP
Verified Verified
Annapolis, MD 21401
It's not easy to take these first steps in your healing journey (or to start again if this isn't the first time you've done this). I look forward to helping you discover your own strength and inner resources as we work together toward your healing and overall wellness.
It's not easy to take these first steps in your healing journey (or to start again if this isn't the first time you've done this). I look forward to helping you discover your own strength and inner resources as we work together toward your healing and overall wellness.
(410) 873-7838 View (410) 873-7838
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Laurie Thorner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LFYP, II
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Annapolis, MD 21401
Marital/couples counseling,and individual psychotherapy services offered for over 25 years, emphasizing an integrative approach to healing the mind, body, and spirit. I am a certified IMAGO relationship psychotherapist. Through a comprehensive interview and clinical assessment, conflicts, issues, and concerns may be identified, and treatment goals mutually determined. The psychotherapy treatment process should feel safe and respectful. Clients develop the trust necessary to learn and improve communication and establish effective coping skills. The psychotherapeutic relationship is a vehicle for life enhancement, allowing you to fulfill aspirations for personal growth, self-improvement, reduce stress and facilitate relationship growth and healing.
Marital/couples counseling,and individual psychotherapy services offered for over 25 years, emphasizing an integrative approach to healing the mind, body, and spirit. I am a certified IMAGO relationship psychotherapist. Through a comprehensive interview and clinical assessment, conflicts, issues, and concerns may be identified, and treatment goals mutually determined. The psychotherapy treatment process should feel safe and respectful. Clients develop the trust necessary to learn and improve communication and establish effective coping skills. The psychotherapeutic relationship is a vehicle for life enhancement, allowing you to fulfill aspirations for personal growth, self-improvement, reduce stress and facilitate relationship growth and healing.
(443) 840-9964 View (443) 840-9964
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Leslie Stanbury
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, CAC-AD, CHT
Verified Verified
Annapolis, MD 21401
Are you experiencing anxiety or difficulty adjusting to a recent change in your life or relationship problems? Perhaps I can help you clarify and work through some of your concerns. I believe the relationship between patient and counselor is a crucial element in the process of making changes in therapy. Addressing issues of substance abuse, relationship problems, anxiety or depression can seem overwhelming and frightening. Taking this first step and exploring counseling indicates courage and a desire to change. I can help you navigate through this difficult time.
Are you experiencing anxiety or difficulty adjusting to a recent change in your life or relationship problems? Perhaps I can help you clarify and work through some of your concerns. I believe the relationship between patient and counselor is a crucial element in the process of making changes in therapy. Addressing issues of substance abuse, relationship problems, anxiety or depression can seem overwhelming and frightening. Taking this first step and exploring counseling indicates courage and a desire to change. I can help you navigate through this difficult time.
(410) 656-4889 View (410) 656-4889

Online Therapists

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Hypnosis Silver Spring
PhD, CHT
Verified Verified
Kensington, MD 20895
Hypnotherapy is my third career (following mathematics and software development).
People settle, for things in their lives they don’t really like, that they feel powerless to change. I work with both the conscious and unconscious aspects, sometimes indirectly, in ways that engender changes on both of these levels. I enable and empower my clients to open up to new directions and possibilities, to new ways of feeling, doing, and being.
Hypnotherapy is my third career (following mathematics and software development).
People settle, for things in their lives they don’t really like, that they feel powerless to change. I work with both the conscious and unconscious aspects, sometimes indirectly, in ways that engender changes on both of these levels. I enable and empower my clients to open up to new directions and possibilities, to new ways of feeling, doing, and being.
(240) 219-6115 View (240) 219-6115
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Brighton K Laznovsky
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, CHT, LCADC, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Easton, MD 21601
Hypnotherapy is a great treatment modality for recurring issues in one's life.
Balance Point is a small private practice, so each individual is treated for their own unique circumstances in a comfortable setting where confidentiality can be ensured. I work to provide clients with life tools to help them through painful and/or traumatic memories in the past, difficult times in the present, and planning for the future. I enjoy working with adolescents, adults, and families who take a wellness and holistic approach to life and those who are ready to make positive changes in their life. Additionally as an EMDR trained therapist, I am passionate about the effectiveness of EMDR for trauma work, etc.
Hypnotherapy is a great treatment modality for recurring issues in one's life.
Balance Point is a small private practice, so each individual is treated for their own unique circumstances in a comfortable setting where confidentiality can be ensured. I work to provide clients with life tools to help them through painful and/or traumatic memories in the past, difficult times in the present, and planning for the future. I enjoy working with adolescents, adults, and families who take a wellness and holistic approach to life and those who are ready to make positive changes in their life. Additionally as an EMDR trained therapist, I am passionate about the effectiveness of EMDR for trauma work, etc.
(443) 406-2142 View (443) 406-2142
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Enrichment Wellness, LLC
MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rockville, MD 20850
Our clinicians utilize a variety of treatment approaches including mindfulness-based cognitive therapy, DBT, MI, CBT, NLP/hypnotherapy techniques, EFT/ tapping, Internal Family Systems as well as meditation work to help our clients with their emotional and behavioral symptoms.
Late afternoon and evening appointments are available now! Are you feeling anxious? Lonely? Depressed, stuck and scared to move forward? Having difficulties communicating your emotions and needs? Struggling with relationships? We can help you to find inner peace and confidence! Our clinicians utilize warm, and compassionate approaches to serve your needs. We provide services in person as well as via telehealth. Please email/call us for availability.
Our clinicians utilize a variety of treatment approaches including mindfulness-based cognitive therapy, DBT, MI, CBT, NLP/hypnotherapy techniques, EFT/ tapping, Internal Family Systems as well as meditation work to help our clients with their emotional and behavioral symptoms.
Late afternoon and evening appointments are available now! Are you feeling anxious? Lonely? Depressed, stuck and scared to move forward? Having difficulties communicating your emotions and needs? Struggling with relationships? We can help you to find inner peace and confidence! Our clinicians utilize warm, and compassionate approaches to serve your needs. We provide services in person as well as via telehealth. Please email/call us for availability.
(301) 944-0564 View (301) 944-0564
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Maria Cocoros
Counselor, PsyD, CHT, LCPC
Verified Verified
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
I provide therapy to adults with a wide variety of issues. I use a combination of psychoanalytic, cognitive, and hypnotherapy techniques. One or all of these techniques might be right for you at any given time during the course of treatment. I believe that a strong therapeutic alliance is of utmost importance. I provide a safe atmosphere of non-judgment and empathy. My approach is warm, supportive, and collaborative. I enjoy helping individuals utilize their personal creativity to manage emotions and take on life's challenges.
I provide therapy to adults with a wide variety of issues. I use a combination of psychoanalytic, cognitive, and hypnotherapy techniques. One or all of these techniques might be right for you at any given time during the course of treatment. I believe that a strong therapeutic alliance is of utmost importance. I provide a safe atmosphere of non-judgment and empathy. My approach is warm, supportive, and collaborative. I enjoy helping individuals utilize their personal creativity to manage emotions and take on life's challenges.
(240) 979-0132 View (240) 979-0132
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Joan Weill
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20910  (Online Only)
I use a variety of treatment approaches including traditional cognitive and behavioral as well as utilizing special skills from my certifications in nutrition counseling, recovery coaching, and Ericksonian hypnotherapy.
If you are struggling with depression, anxiety, weight loss, eating issues and other addictions, I can help. With years of experience and many successful outcomes helping clients work through depression & anxiety, achieve weight loss and recovery from eating disorders, addictions, trauma, grief & loss, I welcome you and the opportunity to help you achieve results! With a caring approach & many effective interventions for adults & adolescents coping with personal stresses in work, school, relationships, divorce, custody & family issues, sexuality, I provide a safe environment to work through issues. I believe in you & your potential!
I use a variety of treatment approaches including traditional cognitive and behavioral as well as utilizing special skills from my certifications in nutrition counseling, recovery coaching, and Ericksonian hypnotherapy.
If you are struggling with depression, anxiety, weight loss, eating issues and other addictions, I can help. With years of experience and many successful outcomes helping clients work through depression & anxiety, achieve weight loss and recovery from eating disorders, addictions, trauma, grief & loss, I welcome you and the opportunity to help you achieve results! With a caring approach & many effective interventions for adults & adolescents coping with personal stresses in work, school, relationships, divorce, custody & family issues, sexuality, I provide a safe environment to work through issues. I believe in you & your potential!
(240) 650-8240 View (240) 650-8240
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Andrew Stanton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, SAP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Columbia, MD 21045
Through mindfulness and hypnotherapy he has a special talent to help people reach their higher potential in sports, academics and life.
Voted best in Howard County! Andrew's experience includes 25 years of specialization with children, adolescents, and families. Through working in a variety of settings he has developed exceptional skills working with trauma, emotional, and behavioral issues. He has had tremendous success working with some of the most at risk clients. He works with individuals, families and couples to help produce positive changes. He practices EMDR to help clients overcome traumas.
Through mindfulness and hypnotherapy he has a special talent to help people reach their higher potential in sports, academics and life.
Voted best in Howard County! Andrew's experience includes 25 years of specialization with children, adolescents, and families. Through working in a variety of settings he has developed exceptional skills working with trauma, emotional, and behavioral issues. He has had tremendous success working with some of the most at risk clients. He works with individuals, families and couples to help produce positive changes. He practices EMDR to help clients overcome traumas.
(443) 380-4527 View (443) 380-4527
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Linda Beam
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Towson, MD 21286  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
With twenty-five years of study in the mind/body modalities, and trained as a yoga instructor, my therapeutic approach integrates traditional talk therapy and cognitive/behavioral work with integrative modalities such as guided imagery, hypnotherapy, dreamwork, mindfulness techniques, and EMDR.
I believe that there is an integrative center within each of us that guides us toward healing. The situations, losses, and difficulties that arise in life provide us the impetus we need to grow into a fuller and more joyful life. My therapeutic style has been described as warm and respectful of the client. I create an environment of support within the session that encourages a collaborative relationship conducive for self-growth. My experience lies in the areas of stress management, anxiety disorders, depression, illness, addictions, trauma, and marital or relationship issues. I enjoy working with a variety of cultural backgrounds.
With twenty-five years of study in the mind/body modalities, and trained as a yoga instructor, my therapeutic approach integrates traditional talk therapy and cognitive/behavioral work with integrative modalities such as guided imagery, hypnotherapy, dreamwork, mindfulness techniques, and EMDR.
I believe that there is an integrative center within each of us that guides us toward healing. The situations, losses, and difficulties that arise in life provide us the impetus we need to grow into a fuller and more joyful life. My therapeutic style has been described as warm and respectful of the client. I create an environment of support within the session that encourages a collaborative relationship conducive for self-growth. My experience lies in the areas of stress management, anxiety disorders, depression, illness, addictions, trauma, and marital or relationship issues. I enjoy working with a variety of cultural backgrounds.
(410) 417-6728 View (410) 417-6728
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Danuta Olson-Schuessler
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Easton, MD 21601
I have over 17 years of experience providing individual, groups, couples, and family counseling using evidence based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical-Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EMT), Relational therapy, Adlerian therapy, EMDR, and Hypnotherapy.
Welcome, and thank you for being here! Congratulations on taking this first step in your growth process, which is the hardest one. It takes a great deal of courage to face the challenges that often require reaching your own innermost vulnerable self, to open up in order to discover your strength, wisdom, and to trust your intuition in becoming your whole amazing self. It takes a lot of courage to walk through the doors of change and it's impossible to do it alone. Basically everyone, at one time or another in his or her lifetime needs a trusted, nonbiased, wise, and nonjudgmental person in order to meet life's demands.
I have over 17 years of experience providing individual, groups, couples, and family counseling using evidence based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical-Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EMT), Relational therapy, Adlerian therapy, EMDR, and Hypnotherapy.
Welcome, and thank you for being here! Congratulations on taking this first step in your growth process, which is the hardest one. It takes a great deal of courage to face the challenges that often require reaching your own innermost vulnerable self, to open up in order to discover your strength, wisdom, and to trust your intuition in becoming your whole amazing self. It takes a lot of courage to walk through the doors of change and it's impossible to do it alone. Basically everyone, at one time or another in his or her lifetime needs a trusted, nonbiased, wise, and nonjudgmental person in order to meet life's demands.
(443) 746-3629 View (443) 746-3629
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Stewart A Zelman
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20817  (Online Only)
My practice incorporates such achievement specific interventions and therapies as neuro-linguistic programming, hypnotherapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and solution focused therapy.
I work with clients who want to finally change their psychology and manage their lives more effectively. This work can help you manage your obesity, depression and anxiety. Based on your needs and goals, we can improve your relationships,ability to create and achieve your goals. If you are struggling with finally lose weight, we have developed an assessment, WALT and tools to help you stop struggling. By improving your ability to manage your mind and emotions, improve your motivation and body image we can help you lose the weight. We use specific treatment modalities which create goal achievement in a solution focused atmosphere.
My practice incorporates such achievement specific interventions and therapies as neuro-linguistic programming, hypnotherapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and solution focused therapy.
I work with clients who want to finally change their psychology and manage their lives more effectively. This work can help you manage your obesity, depression and anxiety. Based on your needs and goals, we can improve your relationships,ability to create and achieve your goals. If you are struggling with finally lose weight, we have developed an assessment, WALT and tools to help you stop struggling. By improving your ability to manage your mind and emotions, improve your motivation and body image we can help you lose the weight. We use specific treatment modalities which create goal achievement in a solution focused atmosphere.
(301) 485-6914 View (301) 485-6914
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Lee Lovett III
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20814
I have experience working with adults suffering from severe psychiatric illnesses and substance abuse, as well as kids, adolescents, adults and families with a variety of mental health needs. I am interested and skilled in addressing issues pertaining to relationship struggles, stress, difficulty paying attention and functioning in school, and mood difficulties related to anxiety and depression. I welcome the opportunity to work with clients of various ages and backgrounds, helping them find and utilize their own unique strengths and abilities to meet their treatment goals.
I have experience working with adults suffering from severe psychiatric illnesses and substance abuse, as well as kids, adolescents, adults and families with a variety of mental health needs. I am interested and skilled in addressing issues pertaining to relationship struggles, stress, difficulty paying attention and functioning in school, and mood difficulties related to anxiety and depression. I welcome the opportunity to work with clients of various ages and backgrounds, helping them find and utilize their own unique strengths and abilities to meet their treatment goals.
(301) 389-2140 View (301) 389-2140
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Dena Leibowitz
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MS, LCADC, RYT, CHT
Verified Verified
Pikesville, MD 21208
Dena earned a BA from Towson University (BS ’92) and (MS '96) in Psychology from University of Baltimore. Dena completed post-graduate coursework at Johns Hopkins University required for her licensure. She is both certified in hypnosis (CHT) and as an NLP Practitioner. Additional accomplishments include being a panelist , public speaking, providing expert witness, and credential training. I opened the center in 1998 in Towson, Maryland treating addictions, depression and anxiety. In 2010, I renamed the center ZenLife and integrated mindfulness, meditation, yoga, and hypnosis in my practice.
Dena earned a BA from Towson University (BS ’92) and (MS '96) in Psychology from University of Baltimore. Dena completed post-graduate coursework at Johns Hopkins University required for her licensure. She is both certified in hypnosis (CHT) and as an NLP Practitioner. Additional accomplishments include being a panelist , public speaking, providing expert witness, and credential training. I opened the center in 1998 in Towson, Maryland treating addictions, depression and anxiety. In 2010, I renamed the center ZenLife and integrated mindfulness, meditation, yoga, and hypnosis in my practice.
(443) 840-9994 View (443) 840-9994
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.