Frequently Asked Questions

One session is the rule, when you have your own personal motivations and a sincere desire to quit. Some people need a motivational session preceding the "smoking cessation" session per se. Sometimes a "reinforcement" session is necessary in case of "urges" or "relapse" itself.

The protocol here is variable according to various personal factors including but not limited to: level of motivation, number of pounds, time frame, lifestyle, eating habits, exercise schedule, health condition, previous attempts. The goal is rarely reached or maintained in only one session. It is necessary before going into trance to agree upon a specific personalized program that is workable for you during our follow up sessions as well as in your everyday life.

The practioner is only a coach, a guide, and 90% of the process is under the responsibility of the client. The ability to reprogram emotional attitudes and reactions is latent within every human being. A person under hypnosis can never do nor express anything they don't want to, nor anything contrary to their values, moral orientation or that they are not ready for yet.

Under trance, we make sure Conscious and Subconscious minds are collaborating in harmonious, realistic, efficient solutions to the presenting problem. The client leaves with a sense of peace and serenity. With appropriate suggestions, one is given the power to reach one's potentials, manage stress and heal. We address the subconscious in its own language including metaphors and imagery after having rationally communicated with the conscious mind before trance. Clients receive post hypnotic suggestions, learn self hypnosis and receive a tape of the recorded session for reinforcement, to control pain, maintain new behaviors and aid the healing process. One or two sessions are the norm. In some specific cases follow up sessions are necessary.

Collaborating with other professionals in order to coordinate treatments is one of the clue for successful outcomes. In some cases it is necessary to have a referral, especially when you are treated by a doctor or a psychologist for specific issues. In other cases, you don't, for example, for quitting smoking, performance issues, or nail biting. We'll tell you, what you need and how to proceed, when you call.

Yes. Children are usually comfortable with hypnosis and more confident in their ability to change and succeed. They are more open to suggestions.

Several insurances now cover hypnotherapy. We'll give you a receipt that you can submit to your carrier.