Let's talk about something that has fascinated me for a long time: the incredible power of the human mind and its untapped potential. You see,  hypnotherapy, as we know it, has been around for decades, often misunderstood and sometimes misrepresented. Yet, it's not magic or mind control; it's a profoundly effective tool, so much so that even the American Medical Association (AMA) approved of the use of hypnosis as an appropriate therapeutic technique in 1958. The American Psychiatric Association (APA) endorsed hypnosis in 1961. Today, I want to strip away the fog of misconception and reveal how you can harness hypnotherapy as a tool for personal empowerment. Are you intrigued? Keep reading.

Hypnotherapy: A Glimpse of the Ancient
While it might seem that hypnotherapy started only in the 1950s, its essence has been practiced for millennia. Ancient Egypt, for instance, had sleep temples, also called "Houses of Life." These places were akin to healing centers, where individuals experienced trance-like states. The power of suggestion, dreams, and visions was harnessed for healing and guiding life decisions.

What is Hypnotherapy? A Medical Perspective
Hypnotherapy isn't some arcane ritual or stage trick. It's an evidence-based medical tool that helps with fears, phobias, habits, pain, confidence, sleep, weight and much, much more. Whether you're managing stress, seeking pain relief, or working through emotional challenges, hypnotherapy offers a way to tap into your own inner strengths and resources. And before you say, "But I can't be hypnotized," let's shatter a pervasive myth.

Everyone Can Experience Hypnosis
A hypnotic state is a naturally induced relaxation, akin to daydreaming or that liminal space between wakefulness and sleep. Think of the times when you're engrossed in a book or lost track of time on a familiar drive; these are instances of everyday hypnotic experiences. We are also in a natural state of hypnosis right before we fall asleep and right after we wake up, making those times excellent opportunities to listen to guided meditations or practice self-hypnosis.

Stage Hypnosis vs. Clinical Hypnotherapy
You've seen it in movies or perhaps even in live performances: someone gets "hypnotized" and starts quacking like a duck. Stage hypnotists select highly suggestible individuals from the audience, perpetuating the myth that hypnosis is about control or humiliation. Nothing could be further from the truth. In a clinical setting, hypnosis is a cooperative dialogue. You are not a passive recipient; you are an active, engaged participant. In essence, all hypnosis is self-hypnosis.

Debunking Myths: Your Control, Your Journey
We are all open to suggestions and knowing this is really powerful. We can then give ourselves the right suggestions. Your mind is an incredibly powerful tool, one you wield in ways you may not even be aware of. Have you ever avoided a food just because it once made you sick? That's your mind acting on a suggestion from your past experience. Or perhaps you've heard a friend describe feeling cold, and suddenly you felt a chill. Again, that’s your natural suggestibility at work. Now, what if you could use this suggestibility to empower yourself? To create change, to conquer fears, to enhance your life? That’s what hypnotherapy enables you to do.


Why Self-Hypnosis? The Empowering Practice You Didn't Know You Needed
While guided meditations are a fantastic resource (and did you know they're a form of self-hypnosis?), there's something empowering about steering your own journey into the subconscious. When you are in control, you can navigate to the corners of your mind that you feel need attention. You can focus on your specific needs, unique challenges, and individual goals.

Now, let's get scientific for a moment. Research suggests that self-hypnosis can help create new neural pathways, allowing you to change behaviors and thought patterns more effectively than conscious effort alone. One study published in the Journal of Cognitive Enhancement found that individuals using self-hypnosis techniques saw an improvement in focus, stress management, and overall well-being.

What to Expect in a Session With Me
First, we look at what it is you want to work on. We examine and flush out what you would ideally experience differently after the session. We really paint the picture of your dream life. I then teach you how to get into that relaxed, self-hypnotic state and we explore how, why and when you came up with this behavior or symptom. At the end of the session, I create a recorded transformational recording for you to listen to daily after the session so that this new way of being becomes your “new norm”.

I’ve helped people with digestive issues, emotional eating addictions, insomnia and many other disruptive blocks. Sometimes, after only one session, my client already starts to see huge shifts.

Ready to Harness the Power Within?
Let’s journey together, blending ancient wisdom with modern science. If my tales resonate and you're curious about the transformative power of hypnotherapy, let's talk. I'm here to guide, support, and walk alongside you on this remarkable journey.