FAQs
- What types of customers have you worked with?
The most common service is to assist my clients in transformation. Sometimes people feel "stuck" in habits and want to change, and willpower just isn't enough. Sometimes they have fears that limit what they do, and prevent them from living the life they are meant to live. Some experience chronic pain with no relief. Some are bogged down with labels such as ADD/ADHD. Some are frustrated in their relationships with spouses and children. Some feel they "have it all", yet feel that something is missing. Some are searching for purpose in their lives. Some believe they are perpetual victims and have "bad luck". When they come to me, it's because they are not satisfied with some aspect of their lives; they want change; they are ready for change. I explain to my clients that hypnosis is a very safe, and effective tool in creating the change they want in their lives. We dispel myths about hypnosis so that my clients understand that they are always in control, safe, and that they themselves set the intention for the session. All questions asked by my clients are answered to the best of my ability. There is a dual nature of the mind. One part of the mind, the conscious mind, or thinking mind will make decisions such as, I want to quit smoking, but the subconscious mind which runs the program to keep smoking, may have the belief that smoking is relaxing, and beneficial to the smoker. Hypnosis enables communication between the two minds. In that state of hypnosis the subconscious mind will more likely accept the suggestion that they are now a non-smoker. So it is not will power, but the change in the subconscious program (the change of beliefs in the subconscious mind) that enables the change in behavior. Hypnotherapy along with coaching gives us the tools to change self-limiting beliefs that we are often unaware of, such as "I am not good enough, or I don't deserve". These beliefs run constantly and are present in decisions we make every day. These beliefs can be formed in childhood and have run our lives. In hypnosis we can change the underlying limiting belief to one that is aligned with the truth, "I am good enough", and wow that alone can change your life. Using the tools of coaching we set goals, and an action plan to achieve those goals, the client is accountable to what you agree to do to accomplish these goals. These actions and goals align with your core values of who you are as a person and what is important to you. The result is satisfaction, happiness, and peace.
- What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a provider in your area of work?
When I hire a provider I make sure that I am comfortable with the person, and often rely on my intuition. I offer a free consultation in a comfortable and professional atmosphere. And do my best to answer all questions, clearly state the intention of sessions, and the fees for services, as well as the number of sessions expected. Training and professional affiliation is also very important. I received my training and diploma from The Florida Institute of Hypnotherapy, which is an accredited state licensed school. I am also certified through the American Council of Hypnotist Examiners, ACHE; the International Medical and Dental Hypnotherapy Association, IMADHA; the International Association of Counselors and Therapists, IACT, and Board Certified Hypnotist, National Guild of Hypnotists, NGH, and Certified HypnoCoach (TM), NGH. I subscribe to the professional code of ethics set forth by these organizations. I believe that a provider should be passionate about what she or he does and that a provider should always be learning and growing with the profession. I am always reading professional books and journals and continually attend trainings and professional conferences. My goal is to assist my clients in achieving their goals. I am dedicated, persistent, compassionate, well-trained, and believe in my client's ability to transform their lives and realize their dreams.