Hypnosis

Hypnosis

My intuition and spiritual guidance, extensive training in the mind-body connection and 20 years of clinical practice in the field of mental health, creates a truly unique hypnotherapy experience that brings about a transformation on all levels: mentally, emotionally, physically and spiritually.

The hypnosis provided is always done in the short-term, anywhere from just one session up to four to six sessions within a brief period of time (for example one session weekly for four consecutive weeks).

Hypnosis sessions are always conducted one-on-one, never in a group. This helps to focus on the issues that are unique to each individual.

What is Hypnosis?    

Hypnosis, also referred to as hypnotherapy, guided visual imagery, deep relaxation or biofeedback exercises, is a state of highly focused concentration that allows you access to all of the information stored in the 90% of your mind called the subconscious. Hypnosis is a very natural and common state of mind and is not to be feared, because in a hypnotic state the subject is always in control.

Hypnosis has been used for centuries to treat diverse ills; it’s been used to allow surgery and dental work without anesthesia, and for pain-free childbirth without medication. However it went into relative decline with the rise of modern medicine. In the last 200 years it has been more associated with stage magicians and movie villains than medicine.

Today people may typically relate the use of hypnosis to a stage show in which volunteers cluck like a chicken whenever a bell rings or using hypnosis to help a large group of people gathered together at a hospital or hotel to stop smoking or for weight loss. Hypnotherapy is often applied in order to modify a person’s behavior, emotional content, and attitudes as well as a wide range of conditions including dysfunctional habits, stress related illness, pain management, and personal development. Once regarded as a cheap stage trick, hypnotism has proven to be a powerful mental and physical regulating treatment.

A person who is hypnotized displays certain characteristics and tendencies, compared to a non-hypnotized person, most notably hyper-suggestibility. During hypnosis a person can concentrate intensely on a specific thought, memory, feeling or sensation while blocking out distractions.

How does it feel? 

Hypnosis is a natural state of mind and a very pleasant feeling of complete physical and mental relaxation. It is similar to the moment between knowing you are awake and going into a sleep state.

How does it work? 

During hypnosis the critical factor of the conscious mind has been bypassed, allowing access to the subconscious mind. The conscious mind, the mind you are consciously aware of, the critical part of the mind, only constitutes 10-15% of who you are. The subconscious mind is the part that directs your conduct through automatic habits and emotional desires from the influences of your environment. Through proper use of autosuggestion during the hypnotic state the subconscious mind is reprogrammed to make decisions favorable to your welfare, the presence of which (meaning the results) will be evidenced at a later time through new behaviors or beliefs.

Who can be hypnotized? 

Anyone with an open mind, reasonable intelligence, and the ability to follow simple instructions can be hypnotized. Successful hypnotherapy depends heavily on two elements: willingness for change and a constant belief that a constructive goal can be achieved.

Hypnosis has been proven useful for the treatment of:

Hypnosis Success Stories

“I just wanted to let you know that it has been a week and a day since I’ve seen you for my session and I want to give you the biggest hug ever! Thank you so much for your help with quitting smoking. Since our session I haven’t had a cigarette. While I certainly have the cravings during stressful times, I in no way want one so bad that I go and buy a pack or even want to smell like one again. I just wanted to say thank you! So, thank you SO much!”

– Carrie B.

“I quit smoking years ago with hypnosis but my husband was still smoking in the house, so I started smoking again after 6 weeks. After my husband quit and I was the one still smoking, I decided it was my turn, so I put things in place for myself to make this successful. I called my son and had him take away all of the ashtrays, lighters, tobacco and the electric rolling machine which had all been banished to the garage when my husband quit.

Now after my session with Nichole I am doing very very well! It was nothing magical but it worked! I even have had some unexpected side benefits: things aren’t as stressful, and I can put up with my husband much easier than before! I am more assertive and self-confident and I want to take better care of myself. It is freeing to be relieved of all the things that came along with being a smoker. This was so helpful in so many ways. I look forward to working with Nichole in the future to help me with other areas of self-improvement.”

– Mary Ann C.

“I smoked for over 30 years and had tried most everything to quit, from Chantix, to patches and gum, acupuncture and cold turkey. The longest I could ever quit was a couple of weeks at a time, and was moody and shaky the whole time or had to deal with the side effects from the Chantix. After only one hypnosis session I had no desire to smoke, I even had a pack of cigarettes and never touched them. After two weeks I told my husband to throw them away along with all of my ashtrays and lighters. I had no withdrawal symptoms and I feel years younger. My kids can’t believe I did it, but I am so glad that I did! And it was so easy!”

– Joanne S.

“Just to let you know, I am noticing incredible results from your work. I am actually staying concentrated on the work that needs to be done and get it handled without delay or stress. I had no idea that I was doing self-sabotage in some areas. When I find myself acting better, I stop for a moment to find the cause and so far it all goes to the work I have done with you. Also, I am finding that diet and exercise are FUN and easy. I am sooooo, sooooo, soooo, grateful for your work. Thank you!”

– Sarah M.

“I highly recommend the hypnosis weight loss program. I have very successfully lost weight and changed my way of thinking as well as my eating habits. It also helped me to create a better opinion of myself and my whole well being.”

– Brenda F.

“I could tell that it was working immediately. When I got back to the office I felt like I was standing up taller and straighter. I really am feeling good about myself.”

– Ed C.

“It was like a mental massage. I was so relaxed, and my anxiety is totally gone!”

– Ralph G.

“I found Nichole easy to talk to, I felt like she really understood me. She helped me to achieve my goals and my business is now better than ever!”

– Donna V.

“Today (6/5/09) went very well. I did not do any nail biting and/or chewing. My son had injured himself at the babysitter and was taken to the ER for stitches. I had an hour and a half drive to get there and did not once put my fingers near my mouth, so that in itself is a great achievement!”

– Brian L.

“Sorry I haven’t kept you up to date on my progress, but I have been incredibly busy! My fingers/nails are still looking great! I have a few issues with them, but more of it is that my nails are not strong and they tear and break easily. I now carry finger nail clippers with me to help keep me from nail biting….this works great to help me when I catch myself trying to bite my nails because of a nail growing awkward or breaking. Everybody was able to see them during the holidays and were impressed. I keep letting people that ask know that you were the one that helped me with them! I have seen that you added nail biting to your advertisements, hope your business and yourself are doing well!  Again, thanks for everything!”

– Brian L.

“Now, I have energy when I am on half blood pressure medicine. I have lost over 70 lbs and went from pant size 22 to size 14, my blood pressure is normal. It’s helped me change my life style and habits of eating and drinking. Hypnosis with Nichole was very helpful.”

– Debra T.

“I am 57 years old and I have been a steady smoker since the age of 15, so I smoked for over 40 years. I am impressed with how this helped me to quit. A thought to smoke comes to mind and zap it is gone. I can drive and go outside now, things that I always associated with smoking, and not even think about it. And I don’t even miss it. I am so happy. After two weeks I felt like I never even smoked at all. The way I feel at the moment there is nothing that could make me smoke. I am amazed!”

– Danny K.

“I am currently a nursing student, and I have struggled with nursing questions on tests and exams, always picking the second best answer, therefore answering incorrectly. With hypnosis, my mind was clearer and I could see what the question was really asking. I also think it helped me with my studying. I was able to be more focused and alert while reviewing for my exams. I think it helped me to relax enough so that I could retain and retrieve the information better. Before using hypnosis the highest grade I received in nursing school was a 78% (and that was only once). After the hypnosis session I got a 100% and a 97% on my finals! I was skeptical that it would help me with school, even though hypnosis has helped me in the past with weight loss and to quit smoking 16 years ago. But even so, I was still very surprised at how well I did on my finals. Even my instructors were impressed.”

– Susan M.

“Hi Nichole, I have not seen you in exactly one year. I wanted to let you know that I am celebrating my one year mark without smoking, all thanks to you. I just wanted to let you know what you did for me and to say thank you.”

– Wendy G

“Nichole, I did it. I got the lab draw completed without delay or totally freaking out! Thank you for being such an incredible person and therapist. You’ve helped me through so much: pain, grief, acceptance and that dreadful fear of needles. I really cannot thank you enough. Thank you for giving me the tools needed throughout all of my trials and tribulations. Thanks again!!!”

– Adriene.