Clinical Hypnosis is like getting into the zone or daydreaming with a purpose. It’s something we naturally do—like driving on autopilot, getting lost in a movie, show, or book, or being fully absorbed in a task or project.

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In our sessions, we’ll collaborate on your purpose for clinical hypnosis. Some of my patients have used it to find their calm or safe place, ease pain, let go of emotional burdens, work through challenges, or envision their future happy, healthy self.

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(Side note: That last one actually inspired the name of my practice, PNW Happy Healthy, PLLC.)

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All clinical hypnosis is essentially self-hypnosis. You’re fully awake and aware the whole time. You wouldn’t do anything in trance that you wouldn’t normally do outside of it. You’re welcome to record our sessions for later practice, but you can also guide yourself in your own practice.

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We may need to modify how we approach clinical hypnosis depending on whether we’re working in-person or via telehealth.

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FYI: I’ve completed Level 1 and Level 2 workshops with the American Society of Clinical Hypnosis.

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Resources:

Hypnosis and You: An Introduction to Professionals and the Public - American Society of Clinical Hypnosis

Hypnosis Brochure (PDF) - The American Psychological Association Division 30, Society of Psychological Hypnosis