If you had an MRI scan in the past, you know it is important to try to relax and stay still in order to get an accurate reading. However, if you have MRI scan anxiety, that can be a pretty difficult task. Not moving …
Some of the most common questions asked about hypnosis include: What is the difference between hypnosis and hypnotherapy? Is hypnosis therapy? Or put differently, is hypnosis therapeutic? To answer these questions, we need to define what hypnosis is, and address common misconceptions. One common …
Individuals with dyslexia have difficulty learning how to read. There are challenges in how they interpret words, phrases, and symbols none of which are a reflection of intellectual abilities. Hypnosis for dyslexia is very effective for a number of reasons. When someone is dealing …
Trying to lose weight and keep it off can be frustrating. It may feel like your weight loss goal is unattainable. There are all these societal pressures to maintain a certain weight. More importantly, there are so many potential health issues associated with being …
Who isn’t on their phones for hours and hours on a daily basis? We rely on our phone for constant stimulation. One can describe the tremendous temptation to use our phones as hypnotic. When you can no longer control your constant need to be …
Some of my clients have asked about the differences between hypnosis vs meditation. Although hypnosis and meditation can both help with stress and anxiety, essentially, they are different on many levels and in terms of their application. Understanding Hypnosis Typically, a hypnotherapist or hypnotist …
As the holiday season comes to an end and a new year begins many people make resolutions. Considering that only 12% of people who make resolutions wind up keeping them, it is important to make realistic resolutions that stick. For many the new year …
The idea of losing weight over the holidays may seem difficult. However, the average American only gains approximately 1 pound between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day. Don’t be discouraged if the scale shows that you gained 4 pounds. Body weight fluctuates and scales are …
A fear of insects, also known as Entomophobia, is common in the United States. People who live in cities tend to be more prone to a fear of insects. Unlike people who live in the country, people who live in urban areas are not …
Approximately 2 to 6% of Americans struggle with hoarding. Men tend to hoard more than women and those above the age of 55 are more likely to be hoarders. There are different levels of hoarding, and the disorder is diagnosable by a mental health …