Regardless of age or talent level, competing requires concentration, a short memory, and unshakable confidence. Even the most talented players can experience performance anxiety when the game or season is on the line. Add to that trash talking and the loud fans at an …
Bathing suit season is here but many people don’t like how they look in the mirror. For some going to the beach can trigger anxiety or just simply feeling self-conscious. Accepting yourself for who and what you are, is said to be the key …
For many people hypnotic trance conjures up thoughts of stage and street hypnosis. For others the dramatic portrayal of hypnosis in the movies and on TV come to mind. The common thread is often the loss of control and the strict obedience of the …
As a certified hypnotist part of my job is to tell clients what to expect from hypnosis sessions. While hypnosis is a very powerful tool it is not a magic wand. It is not uncommon for patients to expect immediate results after the first …
The CDC recently indicated it was no longer necessary for fully vaccinated people to wear a mask outdoors, and indoors, in most settings. For many people this new guidance was welcomed with open arms. However, there is a segment of the population that is …
During the pandemic, how can a person manage return to normal anxiety and boost immunity? One way may be to use hypnosis for anxiety and to improve immunity. The available vaccines provide excellent protection from getting seriously ill but may not protect you from …
IBS, also known as Irritable Bowel Syndrome, impacts 10 to 15% of the US population. IBS symptoms include irregular bowel movements, bloating, and cramps. More severe symptoms include vomiting, weight loss, bleeding from the rectum, intense pain, and nighttime diarrhea. These intense symptoms maybe …
The pandemic and agoraphobia are tied together in more ways than one. Interestingly, people who suffer from agoraphobia, also known as a fear of wide-open spaces, may have inadvertently got a reprieve during the COVID-19 pandemic. Since we’ve been forced to stay at home, …
Hypnosis has a longstanding history as an effective treatment option for female sexual dysfunction dating back over 80 years. Hypnosis offers techniques that promote change, allowing one to identify the cause of their particular challenge and shift one’s perspective to a healthier, more positive …
Some first-time mothers can experience apprehension and anxiety prior to childbirth. Anxiety is completely normal for expectant mothers. However, some people experience what is known as Tokophobia, which is a fear of giving birth. This is why some choose to have a cesarean section. …