Hypnotherapists in Rockville, MD
I draw on IFS/parts work, eye movement & hypnotherapy skills for when emotion runs the room.
It's 2am. You're replaying a conversation from last Tuesday, the one where you said yes when your whole body meant no. Again. You scan every exchange for what you did wrong, what made them pull away, what made them harder to please. For years, people close to you have called you "too sensitive," "too needy," "too much." So you got quieter. Smaller. You over-accommodate, then rehearse apologies for things that weren't yours to carry. And somewhere underneath, a thought keeps surfacing: was it really that bad? Maybe I overreacted? Something has to change.
I draw on IFS/parts work, eye movement & hypnotherapy skills for when emotion runs the room.
It's 2am. You're replaying a conversation from last Tuesday, the one where you said yes when your whole body meant no. Again. You scan every exchange for what you did wrong, what made them pull away, what made them harder to please. For years, people close to you have called you "too sensitive," "too needy," "too much." So you got quieter. Smaller. You over-accommodate, then rehearse apologies for things that weren't yours to carry. And somewhere underneath, a thought keeps surfacing: was it really that bad? Maybe I overreacted? Something has to change.
My clients seek assistance when they need to change something that's not working for them, to develop self-awareness, or to better understand their own potential. If you are sad or anxious, we will find ways to overcome those difficulties. If you want your future to look different, we will see where changes need to be made today. If something in your past keeps you from being successful now, then we will focus on resolving issues from your past.
My clients seek assistance when they need to change something that's not working for them, to develop self-awareness, or to better understand their own potential. If you are sad or anxious, we will find ways to overcome those difficulties. If you want your future to look different, we will see where changes need to be made today. If something in your past keeps you from being successful now, then we will focus on resolving issues from your past.
My clients are often thoughtful professionals who are driven, reflective, and emotionally attuned. Many of them find themselves stuck - such as being overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure how to move forward, even after years of personal growth. I work with both individuals and couples to navigate anxiety, burnout, and relationship stress through a blend of existential therapy, ACT, and mind-body approaches such as hypnosis. I've completed Gottman Method Couples Therapy Levels 1 & 2, and I integrate its principles combined with attachment theory to help partners communicate with greater clarity, emotional honesty, and compassion.
My clients are often thoughtful professionals who are driven, reflective, and emotionally attuned. Many of them find themselves stuck - such as being overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure how to move forward, even after years of personal growth. I work with both individuals and couples to navigate anxiety, burnout, and relationship stress through a blend of existential therapy, ACT, and mind-body approaches such as hypnosis. I've completed Gottman Method Couples Therapy Levels 1 & 2, and I integrate its principles combined with attachment theory to help partners communicate with greater clarity, emotional honesty, and compassion.
Do you live in constant Anxiety and Fear? I specialize in treating Anxiety and Depression. I help clients learn coping skills to live their best life and overcome debilitating anxiety, Depression and low self-esteem esteem. Don't spend another day with uncomfortable symptoms running your life. We will work together to decide a self-care plan to get you or your child feeling better than ever!
Do you live in constant Anxiety and Fear? I specialize in treating Anxiety and Depression. I help clients learn coping skills to live their best life and overcome debilitating anxiety, Depression and low self-esteem esteem. Don't spend another day with uncomfortable symptoms running your life. We will work together to decide a self-care plan to get you or your child feeling better than ever!
I use an eclectic approach of modalities and techniques: Schema Therapy; CBT; DBT; IFS; Hypnotherapy; Psychodynamic and Existential approaches.
Dear seeker of clarity and healing, whether you're seeking support for personal growth, overcoming obstacles, enhancing communication skills, or healing the wounds of the past, I am here to guide you with reassuring presence grounded in expertise and empathy. I want you to know that you're not alone in this journey. Life can sometimes leave us feeling stuck, lost, and confused. I'm here to offer you a safe space where we can explore your experiences together. I encourage you to take that first step by reaching out, and we can begin this transformative process of reconnecting to your inner strength and purpose.
I use an eclectic approach of modalities and techniques: Schema Therapy; CBT; DBT; IFS; Hypnotherapy; Psychodynamic and Existential approaches.
Dear seeker of clarity and healing, whether you're seeking support for personal growth, overcoming obstacles, enhancing communication skills, or healing the wounds of the past, I am here to guide you with reassuring presence grounded in expertise and empathy. I want you to know that you're not alone in this journey. Life can sometimes leave us feeling stuck, lost, and confused. I'm here to offer you a safe space where we can explore your experiences together. I encourage you to take that first step by reaching out, and we can begin this transformative process of reconnecting to your inner strength and purpose.
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.
Same day appointments 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.
Same day appointments 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.
I integrate holistic methods such as hypnotherapy, coaching, and biofeedback with cognitive-behavioral approaches.
Ready to approach your mental health from a fresh perspective that considers your whole self—mind and body? Bennett Solberg brings a thoughtful and empathetic approach to therapy, guiding clients toward healing through a blend of traditional and alternative therapeutic methods. Specializing in treating anxiety, depression, grief, relationship concerns, and sex therapy, he works with individuals and couples to navigate a variety of challenges. His work integrates cognitive-behavioral therapy with holistic approaches, including biofeedback, hypnosis, and psychophysiology, ensuring personalized care.
I integrate holistic methods such as hypnotherapy, coaching, and biofeedback with cognitive-behavioral approaches.
Ready to approach your mental health from a fresh perspective that considers your whole self—mind and body? Bennett Solberg brings a thoughtful and empathetic approach to therapy, guiding clients toward healing through a blend of traditional and alternative therapeutic methods. Specializing in treating anxiety, depression, grief, relationship concerns, and sex therapy, he works with individuals and couples to navigate a variety of challenges. His work integrates cognitive-behavioral therapy with holistic approaches, including biofeedback, hypnosis, and psychophysiology, ensuring personalized care.
Whether you are struggling with issues beyond your control or facing difficult aspects about yourself or your life, I am here to help. I help people with personal and family issues, emotional issues, daily stressors and life goals. I use my expertise, warmth and authenticity to collaborate with you and support you to heal, develop insight, and move toward personal growth. I eagerly look forward to working with you.
Whether you are struggling with issues beyond your control or facing difficult aspects about yourself or your life, I am here to help. I help people with personal and family issues, emotional issues, daily stressors and life goals. I use my expertise, warmth and authenticity to collaborate with you and support you to heal, develop insight, and move toward personal growth. I eagerly look forward to working with you.
My training includes working with leaders in hypnotherapy and regression methods suc
Who are your ideal clients?
My ideal clients are people who feel stuck or blocked in patterns like anxiety, overthinking, self-doubt, or unwanted habits and are ready to change. Many come to me feeling overwhelmed or frustrated because they’ve tried to fix things consciously, but something deeper is still holding them back. With over 16 years of experience helping individuals create real, lasting change, I work with clients at the subconscious level to break these patterns and move forward with more clarity, confidence, and control.
My training includes working with leaders in hypnotherapy and regression methods suc
Who are your ideal clients?
My ideal clients are people who feel stuck or blocked in patterns like anxiety, overthinking, self-doubt, or unwanted habits and are ready to change. Many come to me feeling overwhelmed or frustrated because they’ve tried to fix things consciously, but something deeper is still holding them back. With over 16 years of experience helping individuals create real, lasting change, I work with clients at the subconscious level to break these patterns and move forward with more clarity, confidence, and control.
I'm a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in Maryland, with advanced training in hypnotherapy and integrative approaches.
Welcome. I’m glad you’re here.
As a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Maryland, I offer a warm, collaborative space where your story matters—where healing begins with trust, dignity, and shared purpose. My approach is holistic and strength-based, attuned to the full spectrum of who you are: your inner resilience, lived experiences, and future goals.
I'm a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in Maryland, with advanced training in hypnotherapy and integrative approaches.
Welcome. I’m glad you’re here.
As a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Maryland, I offer a warm, collaborative space where your story matters—where healing begins with trust, dignity, and shared purpose. My approach is holistic and strength-based, attuned to the full spectrum of who you are: your inner resilience, lived experiences, and future goals.
Dr. Ricaurte has worked with diverse individual of different races, ethnicities, religions, and sexual orientations in a variety of settings. Dr. Ricaurte is fluent in Spanish both written and spoken and welcomes the chance to work with Spanish speaking clients. She is an advocate, educator, and therapist, focusing her work on issues related to human sexuality and human rights. Dr. Ricaurte has conducted research on factors that influence relationship satisfaction, conflict, and compromise among interfaith couples.
Dr. Ricaurte has worked with diverse individual of different races, ethnicities, religions, and sexual orientations in a variety of settings. Dr. Ricaurte is fluent in Spanish both written and spoken and welcomes the chance to work with Spanish speaking clients. She is an advocate, educator, and therapist, focusing her work on issues related to human sexuality and human rights. Dr. Ricaurte has conducted research on factors that influence relationship satisfaction, conflict, and compromise among interfaith couples.
You may be someone who understands yourself well, yet still feels stuck in patterns that don’t change. On the outside, life may look stable or successful, but internally there’s frustration, emotional overwhelm, or a sense of disconnection. Many of the people I work with have spent years thinking, analyzing, or processing, and are now looking for a way to feel more grounded, regulated, and able to move forward without getting lost in endless self-reflection.
You may be someone who understands yourself well, yet still feels stuck in patterns that don’t change. On the outside, life may look stable or successful, but internally there’s frustration, emotional overwhelm, or a sense of disconnection. Many of the people I work with have spent years thinking, analyzing, or processing, and are now looking for a way to feel more grounded, regulated, and able to move forward without getting lost in endless self-reflection.
*Currently have limited in person and virtual openings* I am easy to talk to and believe in collaborative and evidence-based treatment.
*Currently have limited in person and virtual openings* I am easy to talk to and believe in collaborative and evidence-based treatment.
Janice N. Vassallo, MA, LCPC, NCC
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC, NCC
Serves Area
Hello and welcome! Please feel free to call me for a free 15-minute telephone consultation to discuss your needs and goals and to make the best decision to start therapy. I am committed to creating an emotionally safe, confidential, therapeutic environment with you to successfully make the changes you most desire in your life. My integral psychotherapy approach activates the change process by addressing all aspects of one's individual, relationship (couples, families, peers) and work needs including cognitive/intellectual functioning, emotional health, physical health, spiritual outlook and environmental influences.
Hello and welcome! Please feel free to call me for a free 15-minute telephone consultation to discuss your needs and goals and to make the best decision to start therapy. I am committed to creating an emotionally safe, confidential, therapeutic environment with you to successfully make the changes you most desire in your life. My integral psychotherapy approach activates the change process by addressing all aspects of one's individual, relationship (couples, families, peers) and work needs including cognitive/intellectual functioning, emotional health, physical health, spiritual outlook and environmental influences.
Are you looking to grow in wisdom and compassion? For yourself? Your situation? In relationships? Diane Younkins provides support for adults who feel stuck or are in transition and want to develop in wisdom and maturity, love and compassion. Using mindfulness insight and other techniques, she encourages authentic living with awareness, gentleness, humor, creativity and courage.
Are you looking to grow in wisdom and compassion? For yourself? Your situation? In relationships? Diane Younkins provides support for adults who feel stuck or are in transition and want to develop in wisdom and maturity, love and compassion. Using mindfulness insight and other techniques, she encourages authentic living with awareness, gentleness, humor, creativity and courage.
If you have been struggling for some time with negative thoughts and feelings that just won't seem to go away. You are in the right place. If you find it's been challenging to be a parent to your children or be a partner to your spouse, you're also in the right place! We're a professional and licensed private counseling practice that is specialized in trauma-informed treatment for various mental/behavioral disorders in adults, children and adolescents. Our experienced and licensed clinicians strive to empower and help our clients to overcome day-to-day life challenges; achieve personal goals and improve the qualities of life.
If you have been struggling for some time with negative thoughts and feelings that just won't seem to go away. You are in the right place. If you find it's been challenging to be a parent to your children or be a partner to your spouse, you're also in the right place! We're a professional and licensed private counseling practice that is specialized in trauma-informed treatment for various mental/behavioral disorders in adults, children and adolescents. Our experienced and licensed clinicians strive to empower and help our clients to overcome day-to-day life challenges; achieve personal goals and improve the qualities of life.
Are you stuck in unhelpful mind or behavior patterns, difficult times in a relationship or stressed in a way that is affecting all of the above? I believe that we all possess the resources to experience ourselves "new and improved" and move toward being the best that we can be. We know what has worked for us and what hasn't. Finding ways to make lasting changes and experience relief that is tailored to who YOU are, is my commitment to you. It will be an exciting journey into self-discovery, relief of unwanted symptoms and new confidence.
Are you stuck in unhelpful mind or behavior patterns, difficult times in a relationship or stressed in a way that is affecting all of the above? I believe that we all possess the resources to experience ourselves "new and improved" and move toward being the best that we can be. We know what has worked for us and what hasn't. Finding ways to make lasting changes and experience relief that is tailored to who YOU are, is my commitment to you. It will be an exciting journey into self-discovery, relief of unwanted symptoms and new confidence.
When you're hurting, expertise matters. I am an expert in helping successful, creative, hard-working women and men resolve painful love, family, or work relationships. You may feel stuck and unhappy with your love life, family relationships, health, or career. With 46 years of experience as a top-rated holistic, integrative therapist I can help you transform anxiety, trauma, loss, and grief into improved relationships and better health. Sessions are goal oriented with a treatment plan, yet always flexible. Let's heal the hurt so you can enjoy peace, happiness, and the power to go after what you really want. LGBTQ+ affirmative.
When you're hurting, expertise matters. I am an expert in helping successful, creative, hard-working women and men resolve painful love, family, or work relationships. You may feel stuck and unhappy with your love life, family relationships, health, or career. With 46 years of experience as a top-rated holistic, integrative therapist I can help you transform anxiety, trauma, loss, and grief into improved relationships and better health. Sessions are goal oriented with a treatment plan, yet always flexible. Let's heal the hurt so you can enjoy peace, happiness, and the power to go after what you really want. LGBTQ+ affirmative.
I am an experienced therapist who finds real joy in helping one person/couple/family at a time regain control of their life, improve their situation, find a better path, or understand who they really are at the deepest levels along with core relationship patterns. Trauma is a primary specialty though I am trained to address a range of problems. I want you to feel safe and comfortable when we meet so developing a trusting relationship will be important. My style is interactive; you will decide if I'm a good fit for what you need.
I am an experienced therapist who finds real joy in helping one person/couple/family at a time regain control of their life, improve their situation, find a better path, or understand who they really are at the deepest levels along with core relationship patterns. Trauma is a primary specialty though I am trained to address a range of problems. I want you to feel safe and comfortable when we meet so developing a trusting relationship will be important. My style is interactive; you will decide if I'm a good fit for what you need.
Hello, thank you for reading my profile. Life is beautiful and we try to make the best of it, but due to stresses and unexpected factors it becomes difficult to maintain a balance between ourselves and the people surrounding us. I believe in a holistic approach to treat the human mind. I provide psychotherapy services for adolescents and adults to address depression, anxiety, addiction, self-esteem issues, concern in personal and work relationships. I have specialized training in traumatic events like sexual assault, grief and chronic illness as well as anger management, conflict resolution, life coaching and problem solving.
Hello, thank you for reading my profile. Life is beautiful and we try to make the best of it, but due to stresses and unexpected factors it becomes difficult to maintain a balance between ourselves and the people surrounding us. I believe in a holistic approach to treat the human mind. I provide psychotherapy services for adolescents and adults to address depression, anxiety, addiction, self-esteem issues, concern in personal and work relationships. I have specialized training in traumatic events like sexual assault, grief and chronic illness as well as anger management, conflict resolution, life coaching and problem solving.
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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.