Hypnotherapy

Hypnotherapy can be defined as guided hypnosis, or a trance-like state of focus and concentration achieved in order to tune their mind to gain inner resources and strength in order to overcome some mental obstacles. This hypnotic state is similar to being completely absorbed in a book, movie, music, or even one’s own thoughts or meditations and not hearing someone call your name a few times. 

The word “hypnosis” (sometimes misspelled as “hipnosis”) was first used in 1876. It is generally defined as “the inducement of sleep”. It is from the Greek word “hypnos” (sleep) plus “-osis” (condition). Although the word is derived from the word “sleep” it is a common misconception that someone in a hypnotic trance is asleep or unconscious. If you are hypnotized you are awake with your mind focused on something specific. You ignore outside noises and you are more open to suggestion. When used in therapy your concentrated mind is paired with the relaxation of your body to facilitate your learning and inner exploration.

In this state, clients can turn their attention completely inward to find and utilize the natural resources deep within themselves that can help them make changes or regain control in certain areas of their life. 

We use hypnotherapy as a supplement along with other forms of psychological treatment. Hypnotherapy can be used to treat anxiety, phobias, addictions as well as sexual dysfunction, undesirable spontaneous behaviors, and bad habits. It can be used to help improve sleep, learning disorders, communication, and relationship issues. Several sessions of hypnotherapy can aid in pain management and help resolve medical conditions such as digestive disorders.

(https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapy-types/hypnotherapy)

American Association of Clinical Hypnoanalysts

The following clinicians practice hypnotherapy:

-- Terri Lewis, LPC

-- Rachel Wilson, LPC Associate

-- Caroline Gonzales, LPC-S, AACH member