What exactly is hypnosis?
Simply put, hypnosis is a state of highly focused attention or concentration, sometimes associated with relaxation & heightened intuition. During our sessions you will be gently guided to higher and clearer thinking capabilities that will give you the ah-ha moments and motivation to do whatever is you need or want to do, or possibly stop doing the things you currently can’t seem to control.
Do you accept insurance?
In most cases, no. However there are a few instances where your insurance may agree to cover your sessions (see below). Despite being one of the most effective support and healing mechanisms to address addiction, trauma, & anxiety, hypnotherapy is still considered to be as an 'alternative' therapy by the powers that be. You might be able to attain coverage if you are seeking help directly from a licensed clinician (psychologist, LMFT) who is trained in hypnosis, however I don't hold those credentials. There is also a chance that your insurance may cover our work together if your doctor or therapist recommends hypnosis as an adjunct to your care. You would need to check first. I AM able to accept payment from Health Savings Accounts (HSA's) & can provide documentation for your reimbursement if you hold one. All that being said, this is the type of modality that generally gets the best results when clients are fully committed - emotionally & financially to the process.
Can I pay in installments instead of all at once?
No. This is for several reasons. Firstly, after years of trial & error, I've found that when clients fully commit & pay up front, they are more dedicated to the work it requires to get their desired end result. Pulling the financial band-aid off all at once generally frees people's minds up to focus fully on the process instead of thinking how much they still owe. I've also encountered a few clients who decided to abandon our commitment because the first session 'didn't work' (sometimes it takes more than one). I realize it's a big investment for most people. It's worth it.
will hypnosis make me do something I don't want to?
All hypnosis is self guided. You cannot be forced to do something outside of your will. Any and all suggestions are prompted by you. You will not divulge any secrets or do anything you are not normally willing to do.
How can hypnosis help me?
Hypnosis has great success in helping to alleviate
- stress
- trauma
- excessive fear
- limiting beliefs
- anxious feelings
- unwanted habits (over eating, smoking, nail biting)
Are you sure I can be hypnotized?
The vast majority of people can. In fact if you've ever been immersed in a film and found yourself startled by a scary part or laughing during a funny part then you've had a hypnotic experience. During hypnosis you will simply be focusing your attention and allowing yourself to suspend conscience beliefs and ideas while opening up to the possibility and acceptance of better ones that will vastly improve your life. I can assure you that you will enter into & benefit from hypnosis in a clinical setting as long as you are willing and motivated to do so.
Can I get stuck in hypnosis?
Absolutely not. Hypnosis is a natural and altered state of mind that can be terminated as easily as opening one's eyes or diverting your attention somewhere else. You will always be in complete control throughout the entirety of our work together.
How many sessions will I need?
It's your subconscious mind in the drivers seat so it's impossible for me to know for sure. The vast majority of my clients experience significant shifts in relationship to their issue after the first session. For some, another one or two meetings will help to completely clarify and solidify the change. The general agreement we'll make is for 4 sessions - although that many are generally not needed. That being said, I only work with people I have extreme confidence I can help (hence our initial free phone conversation) & if you require more than 4 we'll work it out. My goal is to help you resolve your issue as quickly as possible, therefore I do not charge session fees, but rather a flat solution fee.