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Hypnotherapy
Kathleen M. Diehl, C.Ht.
Board Certified Transpersonal Hypnotherapist
Spiritual Life Coach
623.693.4530
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Dr. Alfred A. Barrios reported the following success rates in the
psychotherapy journal of the American Psychiatric Association (vol. 7-1):
Psychotherapy: 38% recovery after 600 sessions
Behavior Therapy: 72% recovery after 22 sessions
Hypnotherapy: 93% recovery after 6 sessions
WHAT IS HYPNOSIS/HYPNOTISM?
Hypnosis is an altered state of consciousness which lies between awake and asleep. Also known as "trance," it is a relaxed yet focused state in which your subconscious mind is more open to positive suggestion. You pass through this state naturally every time you enter or exit sleep, as well as several times a day during various activities such as reading, driving or watching a movie. I utilize a "transpersonal" approach, which simply means honoring the whole person - body, mind and spirit in the therapeutic process.
WHO IS LIKELY TO BENEFIT FROM HYPNOTHERAPY?
Anyone with an open mind, reasonable intelligence, a desire to progress and a Belief that they will succeed is a great candidate for success. The only people who are not likely to benefit from Hypnotherapy are those who have already made up their mind that they can't be hypnotized (or that it won't work anyway), those who are only trying it because someone else is pressuring them to change, or those whose desire to stay the same is greater than their desire to change.
CAN HYPNOSIS MAKE ME DO THINGS I DON'T WANT TO DO?
No. Hypnosis cannot detach the will (ego). There is nothing to fear because you cannot be controlled in any way whatsoever. Even the participants who are quacking like ducks in the stage hypnotist shows are doing so because they are the willing and eager volunteers of the audience. You may have heard it said, "all hypnosis is self-hypnosis." This is true. As a general rule, if you were given a suggestion during your session with which you did not agree, you would simply refuse, laugh at it and/or awaken from hypnosis.
WHAT DOES IT FEEL LIKE TO BE HYPNOTIZED?
Unlike stage (entertainment) hypnotists or the typical Hollywood interpretation, Hypnotherapy is characterized by a peaceful feeling of complete physical relaxation, increased focused attention, increased sensory awareness, heightened imagination and a state of mind known as Presence. Like a waking dream, the feeling is comparable to what may be experienced through meditation or guided visualizations, or simply being completely absorbed in a good book. In addition, you may feel very light like you are floating, or very heavy as though you cannot move. Often people experience a sensation of time distortion. Many say it is the most wonderfully relaxed they have ever felt. The key is to Believe, Trust, Relax and Allow.
WHAT MAKES HYPNOTHERAPY SO EFFECTIVE?
Hypnotherapy works with the subconscious and unconscious levels of mind. Herein lies all the "programming" under which you have been operating on a daily basis. When negative patterns are deeply rooted, no amount of conscious thinking is going to create the desired changes. It is at the subconscious and unconscious levels of mind where new positive programs can be instilled, and old negative programs can be removed, released and resolved. Because Hypnotherapy works at this root level, studies have shown it to be more effective than months or years of Psychotherapy. What's more, change becomes much more effortless than you imagined. When you come in for a session, set your Intention, make up your mind for success, and know it is already done!
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There can be nothing that a change of mind cannot effect,
for all external things are only shadows
of a decision already made.
~ Supplement to a Course in Miracles
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WHAT, SPECIFICALLY, IS HYPNOTHERAPY USED FOR?
Hypnotherapy is effective for just about anything you can think of. Some common uses for Hypnotherapy include:
Smoking Cessation (often effective with just one session!)
Addiction (alcohol, drugs, sex, caffeine, sugar, etc.)
Weight Management (overweight, underweight, eating disorders, etc.)
Habit Control (procrastination, avoidance, self-sabotage, etc.)
Disorders of Mood ("depression," PMS, etc.)
Disorders of Emotion (chronic grief, anger, regret, fear, etc.)
Disorders of Mind (OCD, anxiety, panic, phobia, etc.)
Disorders of Body (chronic health conditions, high blood pressure,
irritable bowel syndrome, chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia etc.)
Pain Management (including hypno-anesthesia)
Stress Reduction
Sleep Disorders (insomnia, etc.)
Increasing Motivation
Achieving Goals
Attracting Abundance (removing blocks to wealth/money, etc.)
Building Self-Esteem
Enhancing Performance (sports, career, test-taking, etc.)
Enhancing Creativity
Children's Issues (children are very open and respond well!)
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Why Choose Kathleen?
Each person has different needs, beliefs, preferences and fears. Hypnotherapy is most effective when each statement given resonates with your entire Beingness. For example, if you have a fear of heights, I will not use scripts that have you floating up toward a star or standing atop a mountain. I will want to know what scenes in nature relax you most, whether or not you enjoy the idea of the warm sun on your skin, what spiritual or religious beliefs you hold, whether or not you are claustrophobic, and how well you are able to Imagine, see and feel yourself living your goal.
After our pre-session telephone consultation, I spend a significant amount of time studying your unique needs and goals, and begin to prepare scripts and individualize them specifically for you. My Intention is always aligned with your Highest Universal Good, Additionally, I offer you the option of purchasing a professional-quality, personalized audio CD made for you and only you - designed around all the information you have given me. I present it at the end of your session for you to take home and listen to each evening at bedtime for reinforcement of your total success.
Each session lasts 1-2 hours* and includes:
~ Pre-session telephone consultation to clarify goals and objectives
~ Comprehensive intake interview with goal setting and coaching
~ Thorough explanation of the process and answering any questions you
may have
~ Professional Hypnotherapy session tailored to your individual need/goal
~ Post-session coaching
*Some sessions may be longer depending on your individual needs. You will not be hurried out the door, nor will you be charged more!
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Initial 15-Minute Telephone Consultation:
Complimentary
One Hypnotherapy Session (1-2 hours):
$125
Three Hypnotherapy Sessions (pre-paid):
$325 (savings of $50)
Five Hypnotherapy Sessions (pre-paid):
$525 (savings of $100)
Personalized Hypnosis CD:
$50
Why Buy a Personalized Hypnosis CD?
A personalized hypnosis CD gives you the option of investing in several hours of individualized follow-up therapy for far less than the cost of repeated sessions in person. Each CD is made from scratch, using your name, and completely tailored to your unique needs based on information you have given me. My Intention is for you to reach your goal in the most efficient and cost-effective way possible. Your personalized CD will allow you to progress much faster, thereby achieving quicker results and reducing the number of therapy sessions needed. Depending on your goal or issue, if you are faithful about listening to your CD each evening for a minimum of 30 days, one session may be all that is required to achieve your desired result.
CANCELLATION POLICY
Please give at least 3 days' notice if you need to cancel or reschedule your session. Due to the hours of preparation spent preparing for each client, any cancellations with less than 48 hours notice will be subject to a $75 fee for services already performed. Thank you for keeping your appointments!