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Hypnosis & Inner Work

Your unconscious mind
has been listening all along.
Let's talk to it.

Hypnosis is not mind control. It's a way of bypassing the thinking mind and speaking directly to the deeper parts of you that already know what needs to shift.

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Hypnosis isn't what you think it is

If your image of hypnosis comes from stage shows or movies, set that aside. Therapeutic hypnosis is an ordinary, natural state — the same one you enter when you're daydreaming, absorbed in a book, or driving on a familiar road and suddenly realize you've traveled the last ten minutes without conscious attention.

In that state, the critical, analytical part of the mind relaxes, and the deeper — unconscious — part becomes more accessible. This is where habits live, where old patterns are stored, where change actually happens when it's not being forced.

Hypnosis is not: being asleep, losing control, revealing secrets, being "put under," or anything involving pendulums. You remain aware, in charge, and able to stop at any time. Nearly 90% of people are hypnotizable to some degree — and even those who doubt it often find themselves surprised.

Three common misconceptions

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You'll lose control

Hypnosis isn't sleep — you're awake and aware the whole time. You can open your eyes, speak, or stop at any moment. You won't do anything against your will.

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Only gullible people can be hypnotized

The opposite, actually — hypnosis requires focus and imagination. Most people can enter a hypnotic state, just at different depths.

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The hypnotist controls your mind

No one can force you to do something you don't want to do. Hypnosis is a collaboration — the guide provides the method, you do the changing.

A guided journey inward

My approach blends clinical hypnotherapy with depth-oriented inner work. A session typically includes:

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Conversation

We start by talking — what's coming up, what you want to shift, what the unconscious is already showing you through dreams, patterns, or symptoms.

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Guided hypnosis

We enter a relaxed state together. I guide you with words — imagery, suggestion, sometimes silence. Your mind does the real work.

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Integration

We talk about what came up. Insights, images, feelings — nothing is "wrong." Everything that emerges has meaning.

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Between sessions

You may receive a short recording or simple practice to reinforce the work between our sessions. The unconscious continues to process.

Common areas of focus

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Anxiety & stress

Calming the nervous system, shifting unhelpful patterns at their root

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Insomnia & sleep

Releasing the mental chatter that keeps you awake

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Habits & addictions

Working with the part of you that holds the pattern

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Confidence & performance

Public speaking, creative blocks, imposter syndrome

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Inner child & wounds

Gentle, non-verbal processing of old pain

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Life transitions

Accessing inner resources when change feels overwhelming

The experience

Like the moment just before falling asleep — but with awareness still present. — most people's first description of hypnosis

Some see images or colors. Some feel physical sensations. Some hear nothing but a quiet voice and wake up feeling different. There is no "right way" — whatever happens is exactly what needed to.

Practical details

Free initial consultation (20 min)

A no-obligation conversation — by phone or video — to explore what you're working with, answer any questions, and feel whether we're a good fit.

Single session

Up to 90 minutes. Includes intake conversation, hypnosis, and integration time.

Package (4 sessions)

Recommended for deeper or more persistent patterns. Each session builds on the last.

What clients say

"I was skeptical about hypnosis. After one session, I felt something shift that months of talking hadn't touched."

— client feedback

More stories coming as sessions grow.

FAQ

Will I lose control or say things I don't want to?
No. Hypnosis is a state of focused attention, not unconsciousness. You remain in control, aware of everything, and able to stop at any time. You won't do or say anything against your will.
Can everyone be hypnotized?
Most people can. The ability to enter a hypnotic state varies — some people are highly responsive, others need more practice. Willingness and openness matter more than "talent."
Does it work for anxiety?
It can be very effective. Hypnosis works with the part of the mind that holds the anxiety pattern — not by fighting it, but by communicating with it directly and allowing a new response to form.
How many sessions will I need?
For a single issue (like a phobia or quitting smoking), 1–4 sessions can be enough. For deeper pattern work, 4–8 sessions is more common. We'll discuss a plan during the initial consultation.
Can I do it online?
Yes. Online hypnosis works just as well as in-person for most people. You just need a quiet space, good lighting, and a stable internet connection. I'll guide you through everything.

Training & background

Details coming soon — certifications and training history are being updated.

Clinical Hypnotherapy Depth Psychotherapy Counseling Certification

Hypnosis audio & more

Guided hypnosis recordings and resources for members. If you'd like access to self-hypnosis tools between sessions, or simply want to explore hypnosis on your own.

Browse resources → OH Cards →

Curious? Let's talk.

A free 20-minute conversation to explore what's possible. No pressure, no pitch — just a chance to see if this resonates.

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