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Events don't affect us, it's the meaning we've attached to them.
Most of our struggles/issues are not logical problems — they are learned emotional patterns. Rapid Transformation Therapy is a powerful therapeutic approach that helps you identify, understand, and change the subconscious beliefs that are driving unwanted thoughts, feelings, behaviours, as well as physical responses. It was developed by the renowned therapist and bestselling author Marisa Peer over the course of her 30-year career. It is a distinctive therapeutic approach based on the science of neuroplasticity and combines the most beneficial elements of neurolinguistic programming (NLP), meditation, hypnotherapy, psychotherapy and cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and modern neuroscience.
But it differs from all of these treatments because we access the memory and recall of your subconscious mind to pinpoint the limiting belief that holds you back. This belief is something you formed a long time ago, and it has been working away below the surface guiding you to continue with behaviours that no longer serve you. Once identified, we work on letting go of the belief and replacing it with the empowering thoughts, images and beliefs you identify as wanting.
Rapid Transformation Therapy is different from other therapies because it helps the client uncover the root cause of why they feel the way they do. Unlike other therapies which focus on the issue or challenge, Rapid Transformation Therapy helps the client discover the origin of the beliefs and behaviours that have led to their issue. Using a unique set of tools and techniques, it supports the client in transforming their current issue and moving forward with a new set of more beneficial and positive beliefs.
I am a certified Rapid Transformation Therapist and clinical hynotherapist. I offer therapy sessions online via digital platforms (Zoom, Teams...) across globe. Clients experience the same great results from an online session as they do seeing me in person. If you want to know more, contact me.
Rapid Transformation Therapy is a rigorous, award-winning approach to therapy.
Many top level companies have used Rapid Transformation Therapy to improve workplace performance by removing the limiting beliefs of their employees (whether around issues of confidence, public speaking, motivation, decision making, self-esteem, money blocks etc.). These companies include:
Rapid Transformation Therapy has won many awards and is endorsed by many international bodies, including: General Hypnotherapy Register (GHR), International Association of Counsellors and Therapists (IACT), International Institute for Complementary Therapists (IICT), International Hypnosis Federation (IHF), Accredited Counsellors, Coaches, Psychotherapists and Hypnotherapists (ACCPH), Australian Society of Clinical Hypnotherapists (ASCH), New Zealand Association of Professional Hypnotherapists (NZAPH), International Coaches Register (ICR), International Hypnosis Association (IHA), Dutch Association of Hypnotherapists (Nederlandse Beroepsvereniging van Hypnotherapeuten)
and many more…
Rapid Transformation Therapy and its founder, Marisa Peer, have won no less than 17 Stevie Awards. These are awards given by the American Business Awards Association, to recognize the outstanding accomplishments and contributions of companies and business people worldwide.
“Life happens for you, not to you.” - Tony Robbins
I am on a mission to defy hopelessness. Due to my physical condition, my upbringing, my culture, I have learnt early on about how to feel helpless and hopeless. That drives me to bring hope and connection to humanity. That's why I left my coporate world in 2024 after more than a decade working at IBM as Data Scientist and AI Strategy consultant to follow my life purpose: to create change and movement in society and the world.
I strongly believe that whatever has happened to us (either emotionally, physically, mentally and psychologically), there is always something we can do about it. We are not destined/defined by our genes, our parents, our circumstances, our past as well as our environments. We can be the change we want in life. We are the creator of our life from now on. We have no control over anything except our mind and I can help you to take control of your mind. When you change your mind, you can change your biology, chemistry, metabolic, immune, neurological, and mental health.
I work closely with individuals who are ready to grow in self-awareness, resilience and clarity—whether these strengths are already present or still developing. Together, we break free from patterns that logic alone can’t shift, fostering meaningful transformation in mindset, behavior, and overall well-being.
In addition, I partner with organizations to deliver corporate training programs that drive culture change, combining mindset development with practical strategies to address health, wellness, and performance challenges. By equipping teams with tools to manage stress, build resilience, and cultivate a growth-oriented mindset, we help enterprises create healthier, more engaged, and high-performing workplaces.
I find this work deeply meaningful and aligned with who I am. I’m naturally curious and observant, with a deep respect for complexity and nuance. I’m committed to understanding how real change happens and helping people move toward change that feels authentic, embodied, and sustainable—not forced or performative. I care less about quick fixes and more about understanding what’s actually happening beneath the surface—and how to work with it, gently and effectively to create lasting changes.
Outside of sessions, I value simplicity and presence—time with family and friends, movement, cooking, dancing, playing and listening to music, reflection, and learning. I’m endlessly interested in neuroscience, human psychology, philosophy, and consciousness.
My nervous system resets best in nature, high in the mountains, where the pace slows, the noise drops away, and everything feels grounded again.
Brief summary of my qualifications:
• PhD, Theoretical Computer Science, University of Oslo.
• Former University Lecturer
• Former Researcher
• Former AI Strategist, AI Solution Architect & Data Scientist at IBM (12+ years)
• Certified Rapid Transformational Therapist (Marisa Peer School, London)
• Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist (Marisa Peer School, London)
• Certified Life Coach (Luke Hawkins School)
My Journey
Long before I worked with the subconscious mind, I worked with systems.
I earned a PhD in Theoretical Computer Science, spent several years as a university lecturer, and later worked for more than a decade at IBM as an AI strategist, machine learning solution architect, and data scientist. My professional life was built around understanding complex models: how hidden variables shape outcomes, how learning occurs, and how lasting change only happens when you intervene at the right level.
At the same time, my personal history quietly shaped a very different internal reality.
Because of a physical disability, I grew up being bullied, ridiculed, and largely invisible. I learned early how to observe rather than participate—how to read people, sense emotional undercurrents, and anticipate behavior. That invisibility came with a cost: deep limiting beliefs around confidence, worth, money, and purpose, reinforced by poverty and a strict upbringing.
Outwardly, I was successful. Internally, familiar patterns kept repeating.
What struck me most was this: I could understand these patterns intellectually—but understanding wasn’t enough to change them.
That realization became pivotal.
I knew from my work in AI that systems don’t transform through force or insight alone. They change when the underlying model is updated. And it became clear to me that the human brain works in much the same way. Willpower operates at the surface; lasting change happens at the subconscious level.
This insight led me to hypnotherapy—and eventually to Rapid Transformational Therapy.
Through my own therapy work, I was able to identify and release long-held beliefs and emotional imprints that had shaped my behavior for decades. Not dramatically. Not cathartically. But deeply and sustainably. The change felt organic, as though my internal system finally had permission to operate differently. And for the first time in my life, I finally understand WHO I AM!
That experience didn’t just resolve personal struggles—it clarified my direction.
Why Work With Me?
Many of my clients are thoughtful, capable, and emotionally aware—yet stuck in patterns that don’t respond to insight or willpower. They’ve tried to think their way forward. They’ve done the work. They have tried all they can. And something still doesn’t shift.
Most of what we do each day runs on autopilot. Your brain is like an iceberg: the small part above the water is your conscious thinking, but the much larger part underneath controls habits, emotions, and automatic reactions. Around 90–95% of behavior happens below awareness, while only a small part comes from conscious effort. That’s why willpower often loses to emotion. You’re trying to steer with the tip of the iceberg, while the larger part underneath is already moving in another direction.
Through my work, I will help you to work with the part underneath that iceberg to create the lasting changes, moving away from hopelessness towards hopefulness.
What makes my work different is not just what I do, but how I understand change. I approach the subconscious the same way I approached complex AI systems: with precision, curiosity, and respect for the underlying architecture.
I don’t treat your experience as something that’s wrong with you — and I will never reduce you to a label.
I don’t rely on mysticism, pressure, or exaggerated claims.
And I don’t believe change should feel overwhelming or invasive.
Instead, I work collaboratively—helping you understand how your internal system learned to operate, and how to update it safely and ethically so it supports who you are now.
My background positions me at the intersection of worlds that rarely speak the same language—yet deeply belong together:
• The analytical precision of AI, machine learning, and systems thinking
• The clarity and structure of a seasoned university educator
• The methodological rigor of an experienced, evidence-driven researcher
• A nuanced understanding of the human mind and behavioral dynamics
• The transformational depth of neuronscience, spychology, RTT and clinical hypnotherapy
• And the grounded empathy that comes from having lived invisibility, self-doubt, and survival from the inside
I integrate two domains often seen as opposites: the disciplined, evidence-based world of science and the expansive, possibility-driven realm of spirituality. I honor data and mystery, structure and intuition, proof and potential—without forcing one to diminish the other. I don’t just move between these worlds. I translate, connect, and synthesize them.
Clients often tell me they feel both emotionally seen and intellectually respected. Skepticism is welcome here. Agency is central. Nothing is “done” to you.
If you’re looking for support that is:
• Grounded rather than “woo”
• Compassionate without being vague
• Deep without being destabilizing
• Focused on sustainable internal change, not surface-level coping
Then this work may be the right next step.
If you’d like, we can begin with a conversation—simply exploring what’s been running beneath the surface and whether this approach feels right for you before you decide to go ahead with a session or not.
Did you know that our thoughts can make you sick but Good News is that they can make us well as well?
Depression is a mood disorder that causes a persistent feeling of sadness and loss of interest. Many say work, relationships, or daily life trigger their low mood and loss of joy. You might feel empty, lose interest in things you once loved, or struggle with sleep, appetite, or energy. Does this sound like you? Don’t wait. Discover what’s behind these feelings and find ways to reclaim joy and purpose in your life.
Fears and phobias arise from the beliefs and pictures you create in your mind from experiences you have. Flying, being shut in a small space or seeing spiders or snakes are not the cause of your fear; they are the trigger. During your hypnosis session, we reframe the belief running this pattern of behavior and release you from experiencing fear and phobias again. .
Stress levels are rising globally and for people of all ages and professions. Six out of 10 people say their work environment has helped create their stress and anxiety. Does this sound like you? Discover the root cause of these symptoms and reframe beliefs that hold you back from enjoying life the way you want.
The inability to go to sleep or to stay asleep is debilitating. You lose concentration and become listless, irritable and, in the worst case, dependant on sleeping pills. Hypnosis will help us discover the emotional root cause of your inability to sleep through the night and release it. I support you for several weeks after the session to help continue embedding the changes made during your hypnosis session
Using hypnotherapy to resolve self-esteem issues will improve your confidence and vice versa. RTT finds the reason why you have the issue. You’ll see it from a different perspective while in the hypnotic state, which allows you to reframe the belief so it’s eliminated.
Unhelpful habits and limiting beliefs are often created at a subconscious level without us realising it. They can influence how we think, feel, and act, even when we want to change. RTT identifies where these patterns began and why they were formed. While in the relaxed state, you are able to view the belief differently and reframe it, allowing the habit or limitation to dissolve naturally rather than through willpower alone.
Physical symptoms and conditions can sometimes be linked to unresolved stress, emotions, or past experiences. RTT helps explore the subconscious connection between the mind and body to understand what may be contributing to the issue. In the relaxed state, these patterns can be reframed, supporting the body’s natural ability to relax, rebalance, and heal.
Chronic issues often persist when the body and mind are under long-term stress or holding on to trapped, unresolved emotional patterns and trauma. I can help you instruct your mind to heal the underlying cause and can offer relief from constant pain.
If you are dealing with an issue that is not listed here but is still troubling you, holding you back or affecting your life, a custom RTT session can be created for you. Together, we will explore what is holding you back and design a treatment tailored to your needs, helping you restore balance, clarity, and harmony in your life.
‘If you change the way you look at things, the things you look at change’ - Wayne Dyer
The first step is to make contact and establish how best we will be able to help you.
Free consultation: our first conversation is a vital part of creating the success and the transformation we want to see in you.
Our session will allow us to work together to get to the bottom of your issue, and transform the way you see yourself, permanently.
For 21 days following our session you will have a completely bespoke, transformational audio to listen to, which will hard wire in the changes we want to create.
Experience significant changes in just 1-3 sessions
Identify and resolve the underlying issues driving your challenges
Create permanent transformation that endures for life
Packages are available on request and can be created especially for you. We are all different, so whilst I believe the packages offered below are appropriate, all can be tailored to suit your needs as your healing journey progresses.
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Designed to reduce burnout risk, elevate leadership confidence, and unlock sustainable productivity by addressing the subconscious drivers of stress, burnout, performance block, and self-sabotage.
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Many physical symptoms are influenced by mental, emotional, and psychological processes. When these processes are under chronic stress or imbalance, they can affect how the body functions and how symptoms are experienced.
By supporting emotional regulation and restoring balance within these systems, it is often possible to reduce symptom intensity and improve overall wellbeing.
Hypnotherapy is a therapeutic approach that uses guided relaxation, focused attention, imagery, and suggestion to access subconscious processes involved in perception, behaviour, and physiological responses. It works by engaging the mind–body connection (scientifically proven by researchers at University of Washington) rather than bypassing it.
The goal of hypnotherapy is not to replace medical care, but to support the body’s natural capacity for regulation and recovery, thereby improving quality of life.
For those who are understandably skeptical, hypnotherapy is not about belief, suggestion, or losing control. It is a structured, evidence-informed method that works with attention, memory, and the nervous system — processes already well studied in psychology and neuroscience.
Medical and psychological literature increasingly recognises hypnotherapy as both a stand-alone and adjunctive therapy. It can be used to empower patients in managing, and in some instances, completely eliminating their symptoms. In fact, research into the effectiveness of hypnotherapy in treating various disorders yielded positive results. This warrants further exploration of hypnotherapy’s role across a range of medical and psychological contexts and informs its responsible clinical application.
Below is a compiled summary of the academic literature on hypnosis research and clinical applications on the use of hypnotherapy and hypnosis in medical and psychological treatment.
Davis (2015) – Chronic Pain and Anxiety
Davis, E., 2015. Literature review of the evidence-base for the effectiveness of hypnotherapy, Melbourne: PACFA.
This literature review examined research on hypnotherapy for chronic pain and anxiety. It adopts the American Psychological Association’s definition of hypnosis as a state of focused attention with increased responsiveness to suggestion.
Across ten high-quality studies, hypnotherapy was found to be an effective therapeutic tool for reducing chronic pain and anxiety when used by trained clinicians.
Cowen (2016) – Broad Clinical Applications
Cowen, L., 2016. Literature review into the effectiveness of hypnotherapy. ACR Journal 10, Volume 1, pp. 1-55.
This large systematic review analysed 91 research articles on clinical hypnotherapy across a wide range of conditions, including anxiety, pain, depression, IBS, PTSD, smoking, sleep issues, trauma, and more.
Approximately 40% of the studies showed clear evidence of effectiveness for chronic pain, with strong support also found for anxiety and mood improvement.
Overall, hypnotherapy was described as a safe and clinically effective intervention, recommended as part of treatment planning for a variety of conditions.
Hartman & Zimberoff (2011) – Integrative Medicine
Hartman, D. & Zimberoff, D., 2011. Hypnosis and hypnotherapy in the milieu of integrative medicine: Healing the mind/body/spirit. Journal of Heart-Centered Therapies, 14(1), pp. 41-75.
This paper explored hypnotherapy within integrative medicine. The authors describe how conscious awareness is limited, while subconscious processes regulate emotion, stress, and many bodily functions.
By accessing subconscious processes through hypnosis, hypnotherapy may support emotional regulation and physiological balance.
The authors recommend hypnotherapy as a complementary approach alongside traditional medical treatments.
Wark (2008) – Meta-Analytic Evidence
Wark, D., 2008. What we can do with hypnosis: A brief note. American Journal of Clinical Hypnosis , 51(1), pp. 29-36. https://www.researchgate.net/publication/233802115_Wark_D_M_2008_What_we_can_do_with_hypnosis_A_brief_note_American_Journal_of_Clinical_Hypnosis_511_29-36This review examined 18 meta-analyses covering at least 32 conditions, including pain, anxiety, IBS, insomnia, trauma, smoking, and surgical distress.
In several areas—such as surgical pain, migraines, cancer-related distress, and anxiety—hypnosis showed outcomes equal to or better than medication or psychotherapy.
The author supports the clinical use of hypnosis across a wide range of health conditions.
Eating Disorders & Obesity
Walsh, 2010 – Anorexia Nervosa
Walsh, B. J., 2010. Rapid remission of anorexia nervosa and unconscious communication. American Journal of Clinical Hypnosis, 52(4), pp. 319-333.
This meta-analysis reviewed 24 cases of anorexia nervosa treated with hypnotherapy. Symptoms associated with dissociation and altered perception responded rapidly, with consistent symptom remission occurring within four sessions. The author concludes that hypnotherapy can effectively interrupt the unconscious processes sustaining anorexia-related thoughts, perceptions, and behaviors.
Stradling et al., 1998 – Weight Loss & Sleep Apnoea
Stradling, J., Roberts, D., Wilson, A. & Lovelock, F., 1998. Controlled trial of hypnotherapy for weight loss in patients with obstructive sleep apnoea. International Journal of Obesity, Volume 28, pp. 278-281.
This randomized controlled trial examined hypnotherapy for weight loss in obese patients with obstructive sleep apnoea. Participants receiving hypnotherapy for stress reduction showed statistically significant weight loss at 18-month follow-up compared to those receiving dietary advice alone. The findings were considered sufficiently promising to warrant further investigation.
Body Dysmorphic Disorder
Abbarin et al., 2018 – BDD
Abbarin, M., Zemestani, M., Rabiei, M. & Bagheri, A. H., 2018. Efficacy of cognitive-behavioral hypnotherapy on Body Dysmorphic Disorder. Iranian Journal of Psychiatry and Clinical Psychology, 23(4), pp. 394-407.
This case series evaluated cognitive-behavioral hypnotherapy for body dysmorphic disorder (BDD). All participants showed meaningful reductions in BDD symptoms, depression, and functional impairment, with improvements maintained at four-month follow-up. The authors recommend integrating hypnosis into CBT for BDD treatment.
Skin Disorders
Shenefelt, 2017 – Dermatology
Shenefelt, P. D., 2017 May-June. Use of hypnosis, meditation, and biofeedback in dermatology. Clinics in Dermatology, 35(3), pp. 285-291.
This literature review examined hypnosis in dermatological conditions. Hypnosis was found to reduce itching, pain, and habitual scratching, while addressing psychosomatic and emotional contributors to skin disorders. The author concludes that hypnosis is a safe, side-effect-free adjunct that can produce meaningful results when conventional treatments are insufficient.
AsthmaAnbar, 2003 – Pediatric Asthma
Anbar, R. D., 2003. Self-hypnosis for anxiety associated with severe asthma: a case report. BMC Pediatrics 3, 7(2003).
This case report explored self-hypnosis in a 13-year-old with severe, steroid-dependent asthma. After two hypnotherapy sessions and daily self-hypnosis practice, the patient significantly reduced reliance on rescue medication. Long-term improvements included better sleep, reduced anxiety, and improved academic performance.
Hackman et al., 2000 – Asthma Review
Hackman, R. M., Stern, J. S. & Gershwin, M. E., 2000. Hypnosis and asthma: A critical review. Journal of Asthma, 37(1), pp. 1-15. https://www.researchgate.net/publication/12592224_Hypnosis_and_Asthma_A_Critical_Review
This critical review of 20 controlled studies found that hypnosis reduced asthma symptom severity by 50–70%, decreased medication use, and lowered hospitalization rates. The authors conclude that hypnosis may be an effective adjunctive treatment for asthma.
Cancer
Grégoire et al., 2018 – Cancer-Related Distress
Grégoire, C. et al., 2018. Efficacy of a hypnosis-based intervention to improve well-being during cancer: a comparison between prostate and breast cancer patients. BMC Cancer, 18(677).
This study evaluated hypnosis and self-hypnosis in prostate and breast cancer patients. Women with breast cancer experienced reductions in anxiety, depression, fatigue, and sleep disturbances, while men showed no significant effects, possibly due to lower baseline distress. The authors recommend hypnosis as supportive care during cancer treatment.
Téllez et al., 2017 – Breast Cancer Quality of Life
Téllez, A. et al., 2017. The effect of hypnotherapy on the quality of life in women with breast cancer. Psychology in Russia: State of the Art, 10(2), pp. 228-240. https://www.researchgate.net/publication/318489200_The_effect_of_hypnotherapy_on_the_quality_of_life_in_women_with_breast_cancer
This controlled study found that breast cancer patients receiving hypnotherapy during chemotherapy experienced significantly better quality of life outcomes than controls. Hypnotherapy was associated with improved cognitive functioning and reduced treatment-related side effects over six months.
Diabetes
Xua & Cardeña, 2008 – Diabetes Management
Xua, Y. & Cardeña, E., 2008. Hypnosis as an adjunct therapy in the management of diabetes. International Journal of Clinical and Experimental Hypnosis, 56(1), pp. 63-72. https://www.researchgate.net/publication/5790720_Hypnosis_as_an_Adjunct_Therapy_in_the_Management_of_Diabetes
This literature review examined hypnosis as an adjunct therapy for diabetes management. Hypnosis was found to support blood sugar regulation, reduce stress, improve adherence to lifestyle changes, and assist with weight management.
Rodrigues et al., 2017 – Type 1 Diabetes
Rodrigues, F., Oliveira, C., Silva, C. F. & D’Almeida, A., 2017. ‘Psychotherapy intervention with hypnosis in patients with type 1 diabetes mellitus’, CPSYC 2017: 5th International Congress on Clinical and Counselling Psychology, Universita degli studi di Bario Aldo Moro, 26-28 April.
In this controlled study, participants receiving hypnotherapy showed a statistically significant reduction in blood glucose levels compared to controls. The authors suggest combining hypnotherapy with psychotherapy to improve glycemic control.
Gastrointestinal Disorders
Vasant & Whorwell, 2019 – FGID
Vasant, D. H. & Whorwell, P. J., 2019. Gut‐focused hypnotherapy for Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders: Evidence‐base, practical aspects, and the Manchester Protocol. Neurogastroenterology & Motility, 31(e13573), p. E13573.
This review of gut-focused hypnotherapy found symptom improvement in up to 76% of patients with functional gastrointestinal disorders. Benefits included reduced pain and bloating, improved quality of life, normalization of pain-related brain activity, and reduced medication use.
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Lindfors et al., 2012 – IBS Trials
Lindfors, P. et al., 2012. Effects of gut-directed hypnotherapy on IBS in different clinical settings: Results from two randomized, controlled trials. The American Journal of Gastroenterology, 107(2), pp. 276-285.
Two randomized controlled trials demonstrated that gut-directed hypnotherapy significantly improved IBS symptoms at three months and one year compared to supportive therapy. Improvements were also seen in anxiety, depression, and quality of life.
Miller et al., 2015 – Large-Scale Audit
Miller, V., Carruthers, H. R. & Morris, J., 2015. Hypnotherapy for irritable bowel syndrome: an audit of one thousand adult patients. Alimentary Pharmacology and Therapeutics, Volume 41, pp. 844-855.
In a study of 1,000 IBS patients unresponsive to standard treatments, 76% experienced substantial symptom reduction following gut-focused hypnotherapy. Significant improvements were also observed in anxiety and depression.
Multiple Sclerosis
Clark, 2015 – MS Symptom Management
Clark, E. M., 2015. The effectiveness of hypnotherapy in treating multiple sclerosis, Santa Cruz: Mind Based Healing.
https://www.researchgate.net/publication/282815010_THE_EFFECTIVENESS_OF_HYPNOTHERAPY_IN_TREATING_MULTIPLE_SCLEROSIS
This study evaluated hypnotherapy for MS-related symptoms across multiple treatment groups. Participants reported improvements in cognition, energy, pain tolerance, mobility, and mental health. Reductions were also seen in fatigue, anxiety, and depression.
Jensen et al., 2009 – MS & Chronic Pain
Jensen, M. P. et al., 2009 Apr. A comparison of self-hypnosis versus progressive muscle relaxation in patients with multiple sclerosis and chronic pain. International Journal of Clinical Experimental Hypnosis, 57(2), pp. 198-221.
This trial compared self-hypnosis with progressive muscle relaxation in MS patients with chronic pain. Self-hypnosis resulted in greater pain reduction and sustained benefits at three-month follow-up.
Parkinson’s DiseaseElkins et al., 2013 – Parkinson’s Case Study
Elkins, G., Sliwinski, J., Bowers, J. & Encarnacion, E., 2013 Apr. Feasibility of clinical hypnosis for the treatment of parkinson’s disease: A case-study. International Journal of Clinical Experimental Hypnosis, 61(2), pp. 172-182.
This case study assessed hypnosis for Parkinson’s disease symptoms. After three sessions, the patient showed substantial reductions in tremor, pain, anxiety, depression, and sleep disturbance, alongside improved quality of life. The authors conclude hypnosis may be a feasible adjunctive treatment for Parkinson’s disease.
Autoimmune Disorders
Torem, 2007 – Autoimmune Conditions
Torem, M. S., 2007. Mind-Body Hypnotic Imagery in the Treatment of Auto-Immune Disorders. American Journal of Clinical Hypnosis, 50(2), pp. 157-170.
This review and case series examined mind–body hypnotic imagery in autoimmune disorders. Across five cases, participants experienced significant symptom improvement and full remission within three to nine months. The author highlights the role of hypnosis in modulating immune-related symptoms.
Psychosomatic Disorders
Flammer & Alladin, 2007 – Meta-Analysis
Flammer, E. & Alladin, A., 2007. The efficacy of hypnotherapy in the treatment of psychosomatic disorders: Meta-analytical evidence. International Journal of Clinical and Experimental Hypnosis, 55(3), pp. 251-74.
https://www.researchgate.net/publication/6277624_The_Efficacy_of_Hypnotherapy_in_the_Treatment_of_Psychosomatic_Disorders_Meta-analytical_Evidence
This meta-analysis of 22 randomized controlled trials found that 65% of patients with psychosomatic disorders improved following hypnotherapy, compared to 36% in control groups. The authors conclude hypnotherapy is an effective adjunct for psychosomatic conditions.
Holdevici & Crăciun, 2012 – Ericksonian Hypnosis
Holdevici, I. & Crăciun, B., 2012. The use of Ericksonian hypnosis in somatic disorders. Procedia—Social and Behavioral Sciences, Volume 33, pp. 75-79.
This study evaluated Ericksonian hypnosis in patients with migraines, asthma, and gastrointestinal disorders. Significant improvements were observed in pain, emotional distress, and perceived health, with hypnosis enhancing patients’ sense of control over symptoms.
HypertensionHoldevici & Crăciun, 2013 – Hypertension
Holdevici, I. & Crăciun, B., 2013. The role of Ericksonian hypnosis in reducing essential and secondary hypertension. Procedia—Social and Behavioral Sciences, Volume 78, pp. 461-465.
This controlled study examined Ericksonian hypnosis in patients with primary and secondary hypertension. Participants receiving hypnotherapy alongside medical treatment showed reduced stress, anxiety, and depression, as well as improved quality of life. The authors conclude hypnosis contributes positively to hypertension management.
Rizzo et al. (2018) – Chronic Low Back Pain
Rizzo, R. R. N. et al., 2018. Hypnosis enhances the effects of pain education in patients with chronic nonspecific low back pain: A randomized controlled trial. The Journal of Pain, 9(10), pp. 1103.e1-1103.e9.
This randomized controlled trial studied patients with chronic non-specific low back pain. One group received pain education alone, while the other received pain education plus hypnotherapy.
The combined treatment group reported lower pain intensity, reduced disability, and improved daily functioning within two weeks. Hypnosis also reduced pain catastrophizing, a key factor in chronic pain.
Thompson et al. (2019) – Chronic Pain, Meta-Analysis of 85 Trials
Thompson, T. et al., 2019. The effectiveness of hypnosis for pain relief: A systematic review and meta-analysis of 85 controlled experimental trials. Neuroscience & Biobehavioral Reviews, Volume 99, pp. 298-310. https://www.researchgate.net/publication/331185359_The_effectiveness_of_hypnosis_for_pain_relief_A_systematic_review_and_meta-analysis_of_85_controlled_experimental_trials
This large meta-analysis reviewed 85 controlled studies involving over 3,600 participants with chronic pain.
Hypnosis was associated with reduced pain intensity, improved pain tolerance, and higher pain thresholds for most participants.
While outcomes varied based on hypnotic responsiveness, the authors concluded that hypnotherapy can benefit the majority of people with chronic pain.
Anaesthesia and Medical Procedures
Hoslin et al. (2019) – Surgical Comfort
Hoslin, L. et al., 2019. Impact of hypnosis on patient experience after venous access port implantation. Anaesthesia Critical Care & Pain Medicine, 38(6), pp. 609-613.
This study examined cancer patients undergoing venous access port implantation under local anaesthesia. Patients who listened to a recorded hypnosis session during the procedure reported significantly less pain, anxiety, and discomfort than those receiving standard care.
The authors recommend hypnosis as a supportive intervention for reducing distress during medical procedures.
Potter (2004) – Substance Use Disorders
Potter, G., 2004. Intensive therapy: Utilizing hypnosis in the treatment of substance abuse disorders. American Journal of Clinical Hypnosis, 47(1), pp. 21-28. This study explored intensive hypnotherapy for substance abuse. Techniques such as visualization and hypnotic aversion were associated with reduced cravings, fewer withdrawal symptoms, and improved emotional regulation.
Among participants who completed treatment, long-term abstinence rates were high, suggesting hypnotherapy may be a useful intervention when applied intensively.
Pekala et al. (2011) – Relapse Prevention
Pekala, R. J. et al., 2011. Self-hypnosis relapse prevention training with chronic drug/alcohol users: Effects on self-esteem, affect, and relapse. The American Journal of Clinical Hypnosis, 46(4), pp. 281-297. https://www.researchgate.net/publication/8516056_Self-Hypnosis_Relapse_Prevention_Training_with_Chronic_DrugAlcohol_Users_Effects_on_Self-Esteem_Affect_and_Relapse
This study compared self-hypnosis, cognitive-behavioural approaches, and stress management in veterans with substance use disorders.
Participants who regularly used self-hypnosis recordings showed improved self-esteem, greater emotional stability, and reduced anger and impulsivity.
The authors concluded that hypnosis is a valuable adjunct in substance abuse treatment.
Hartman (1972) – Early Clinical Findings
Hartman, B. J., 1972. The use of hypnosis in the treatment of drug addiction. Journal of the National Medical Association, 64(1), pp. 35-38.
This early clinical paper described hypnosis as a method for addressing the anxiety and emotional tension underlying addiction.
Approaches included aversion techniques and relaxation-based hypnosis, both of which were associated with reduced drug use and improved mental clarity.
The author reported significantly higher success rates when hypnosis was included in treatment.
Golabadi et al. (2012) – Opium Addiction
Golabadi, M., Taban, H., Yaghoubi, M. & Gholamrezaei, A., 2012. Hypnotherapy in the treatment of opium addiction: A pilot study. Integrative Medicine: A Clinician’s Journal, 11(3), pp. 19-23.
This controlled pilot study compared standard psychotherapy with and without hypnotherapy in men with opium addiction.
The hypnotherapy group showed a significantly lower relapse rate and improvements in sleep, restlessness, pain, and autonomic symptoms.
The authors suggest hypnotherapy may reduce relapse risk when used alongside psychotherapy.
Kaminsky et al. (2008) – Group Hypnosis
Kaminsky, D. et al., 2008. Group hypnosis treatment of drug addicts. Harefuah, 147(8-9), pp. 679-683.
This study investigated group hypnotherapy for individuals receiving methadone maintenance treatment.
All participants stopped using street drugs for six months following treatment, and most maintained reduced or no use at long-term follow-up.
The findings support group hypnotherapy as a promising adjunct in addiction treatment.
Elkins et al. (2006) – Intensive Hypnotherapy
Elkins, G. et al., 2006. Intensive hypnotherapy for smoking cessation: A prospective study. International Journal of Clinical and Experimental Hypnosis, 54(3), pp. 303-315. https://www.researchgate.net/publication/7017847_Intensive_Hypnotherapy_for_Smoking_CessationA_Prospective_Study
This study compared intensive hypnotherapy with standard self-help materials for smoking cessation.
While early quit rates varied, long-term abstinence was significantly higher in the hypnotherapy group.
The authors suggest that treatment intensity plays a key role in successful outcomes.
Elkins & Rajab (2004) – Three-Session Intervention
Elkins, G. R. & Rajab, M. H., 2004. Clinical hypnosis for smoking cessation: Preliminary results of a three-session intervention. International Journal of Clinical and Experimental Hypnosis, 52(1), pp. 73-81. https://www.researchgate.net/publication/8881046_Clinical_Hypnosis_For_Smoking_Cessation_Preliminary_Results_of_a_Three-Session_Intervention
This study examined a brief hypnotherapy program for smoking cessation.
Over half of participants remained smoke-free at 9–12 months, and satisfaction with treatment was very high.
The authors concluded that hypnotherapy is an effective option for smoking cessation, particularly for individuals with higher hypnotic responsiveness.
Ajinkya, 2015 – Panic Disorder with Aquaphobia
Ajinkya, S. A., 2015. Cognitive hypnotherapy for panic disorder with aquaphobia. Sleep and Hypnosis, 17(1-2), pp. 11-13.
This case study examined cognitive hypnotherapy for a man with panic disorder and aquaphobia. Symptoms included panic attacks, choking sensations, and fear when drinking liquids. Over six sessions, techniques such as imagery, self-hypnosis, and positive suggestion were used. By session five, the patient could drink without anxiety. At six-month follow-up, symptoms had not returned, suggesting hypnotherapy can be effective for phobic and panic-related conditions.
Gow, 2006 – Dental Phobia
Gow, M. A., 2006. Hypnosis with a 31-year-old female with dental phobia requiring an emergency extraction. Contemporary Hypnosis , 23(2), pp. 83-91.
This case study explored hypnotherapy for severe dental phobia in a 31-year-old woman. Treatment addressed fear of pain and mistrust of medical professionals using desensitization, visualization, ego-strengthening, and post-hypnotic suggestions. After three sessions, the client showed a marked reduction in dental anxiety, with post-treatment scores consistent with minimal or no phobia.
Emotional & Mental HealthAlladin & Amundson, 2016 – Emotional Disorders
Alladin, A. & Amundson, J., 2016. Cognitive hypnotherapy as a transdiagnostic protocol for emotional disorders. International Journal of Clinical and Experimental Hypnosis, 64(2), p. 147–166.
This study evaluated cognitive hypnotherapy as a unified treatment for emotional disorders, including anxiety, depression, trauma, and somatization. The approach aims to reduce emotional reactivity and improve regulation of affect. Treatment is delivered in two phases: symptom stabilization followed by addressing underlying causes. The authors support cognitive hypnotherapy as an effective transdiagnostic approach for emotional disorders.
Olendzki et al., 2020 – Mindful Hypnotherapy
Olendzki, N. et al., 2020. Mindful hypnotherapy to reduce stress and increase mindfulness: A randomized controlled pilot study. International Journal of Clinical and Experimental Hypnosis, 68(2), pp. 151-166.
This randomized controlled pilot study assessed mindful hypnotherapy for stress reduction. Participants receiving eight weekly sessions showed significant improvements in perceived stress, mindfulness, psychological flexibility, and emotional wellbeing. Reductions were also seen in anxiety, depression, anger, and distress, supporting mindful hypnotherapy as an effective stress-reduction intervention.
AlexithymiaGay et al., 2008 – Emotional Awareness
Gay, M.-C., Hanin, D. & Luminet, O., 2008. Effectiveness of an hypnotic imagery intervention on reducing alexithymia. Contemporary Hypnosis, 25(1), pp. 1-13. https://www.researchgate.net/publication/230017377_Effectiveness_of_an_hypnotic_imagery_intervention_on_reducing_alexithymia
This study examined the impact of hypnotic imagery on alexithymia, a condition involving difficulty identifying and expressing emotions. Participants receiving eight hypnosis sessions showed a meaningful reduction in alexithymia scores compared to controls. Results suggest hypnotherapy can improve emotional processing and awareness.
Grief & BereavementGupta & Sidana, 2020 – Prolonged Grief
Gupta, A. & Sidana, A., 2020 Mar-Apr. Clinical hypnotherapy in grief resolution – A case report. Indian Journal of Psychological Medicine, 42(2), pp. 193-197.
This case report explored hypnotherapy for prolonged grief in a man who lost his son to suicide. Symptoms included depression, aggression, insomnia, and alcohol misuse. After 40 hypnotherapy sessions, the patient showed significant symptom reduction, improved functioning, and grief resolution. The authors conclude that clinical hypnotherapy may be effective for complicated grief reactions.
Baker et al., 2009 – Exam Anxiety
Baker, J., Ainsworth, H., Torgerson, C. & Torgerson, D., 2009. A systematic review and meta‐analysis of randomised controlled trials evaluating the effect of hypnosis on exam anxiety. Effective Education, 1(1), pp. 27-41.
This meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials evaluated hypnosis for exam anxiety in medical and nursing students. Students receiving hypnotherapy showed reduced anxiety and improved exam performance. Benefits were strongest in individuals with higher hypnotic responsiveness.
Holdevici & Crăciun, 2013 – Anxiety Disorders
Holdevici, I. & Crăciun, B., 2013. Hypnosis in the treatment of patients with anxiety disorders. Procedia—Social and Behavioral Sciences, 78(2013), pp. 471-475. https://www.researchgate.net/publication/257718113_Hypnosis_in_the_Treatment_of_Patients_with_Anxiety_Disorders
This study compared cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), CBT plus hypnotherapy, and no treatment. Participants receiving combined CBT and hypnotherapy showed greater reductions in anxiety and depression and improved mood. The authors conclude that integrating hypnotherapy enhances treatment outcomes for anxiety disorders.
Alladin, 2010 – Evidence-Based Hypnotherapy
Alladin, A., 2010. Evidence-Based Hypnotherapy for Depression. International Journal of Clinical and Experimental Hypnosis, 58(2), pp. 165-185.
This review examined hypnotherapy for major depressive disorder, particularly in individuals who do not respond to standard treatments. Hypnotherapy was found to improve mood, motivation, self-efficacy, and emotional regulation by addressing unconscious processes linked to depression.
Alladin & Alibhai, 2007 – Cognitive Hypnotherapy vs CBT
Alladin, A. & Alibhai, A., 2007. Cognitive hypnotherapy for depression: An empirical investigation. International Journal of Clinical and Experimental Hypnosis, 55(2), pp. 147-166. https://www.researchgate.net/publication/6442380_Cognitive_Hypnotherapy_for_Depression_An_Empirical_Investigation
In a comparative study, cognitive hypnotherapy produced greater reductions in depression, anxiety, and hopelessness than CBT alone. Improvements were maintained at 12-month follow-up. The authors conclude that hypnotherapy meets criteria for a “probably efficacious” treatment for depression.
Memory
Meyerson, 2010 – Memory-Focused Interventions (MFI)
Meyerson, J., 2010. Memory focused interventions (MFI) as a therapeutic strategy in hypnotic psychotherapy. American Journal of Clinical Hypnosis, 52(3), pp. 189-203.
This paper reviews memory-focused hypnotic interventions used to address trauma and maladaptive self-concepts. Case studies demonstrated sustained improvements in self-worth, emotional stability, and parenting capacity, with effects maintained at one-year follow-up. The author emphasises careful clinical application due to memory malleability.
Insomnia
Cheng et al., 2017 – Chronic Insomnia & Rumination
Cheng, M. et al., 2017. Clinical hypnosis in reducing chronic insomnia accompanied by rumination. Open Journal of Social Sciences, 50(9), pp. 296-303. https://www.researchgate.net/publication/320021272_Clinical_Hypnosis_in_Reducing_Chronic_Insomnia_Accompanied_by_Rumination
This controlled study compared hypnotherapy with daily exercise in patients with chronic insomnia and rumination. The hypnosis group showed greater improvements in sleep quality, duration, latency, daytime functioning, and reductions in anxiety, depression, and somatic symptoms. The authors conclude hypnosis is a safe and effective treatment for insomnia with cognitive-emotional components.
Zahi & Meyerson, 2010 – Hypnotic Strategies for OCD
Zahi, A. & Meyerson, J., 2010. Application of hypnotic strategies sustained by a positive psychology orientation in treating OCD patients. Contemporary Hypnosis, 27(3), pp. 177-183.
This study presented two case examples using hypnotherapy to reframe OCD symptoms into adaptive psychological resources. Both patients showed long-term reductions in compulsive behaviors and improved self-perception. The authors suggest hypnotherapy may help reduce OCD-related distress and support psychological wellbeing.
Lynn & Cardeña, 2007 – PTSD
Lynn, S. J. & Cardeña, E., 2007. Hypnosis and the treatment of posttraumatic conditions: An evidence-based approach. International Journal of Clinical and Experimental Hypnosis, 55(2), pp. 164-188. https://www.researchgate.net/publication/51391384_Hypnosis_and_the_Treatment_of_Posttraumatic_Conditions_An_Evidence-Based_Approach
This review evaluated hypnosis for PTSD and acute stress disorder. Hypnotherapy techniques such as age regression, imagery, and exposure were shown to reduce trauma symptoms. In one case, a patient was free of flashbacks at one-year follow-up, indicating hypnosis as a promising tool for trauma symptom management.
Poon, 2009 – Complex Trauma
Poon, M. W.-l., 2009. Hypnosis for complex trauma survivors: Four case studies. American Journal of Clinical Hypnosis, 51(3), pp. 263-271.
This study examined hypnosis for complex trauma across four cases using a structured three-phase approach: stabilization, trauma processing, and integration. All participants showed clinically significant symptom reductions, with one achieving full resolution. Results support hypnosis as an effective intervention for complex trauma.
Sexual DysfunctionFuchs et al., 1978 – Vaginismus
Fuchs, K., Hoch, Z. & Kleinhaus, M., 1978. Hypno-desensitization therapy of vaginismus. In: F. F.H. & Z. H.S., eds. Hypnosis at its Bicentennial. Boston: Springer, pp. 275-280.
This clinical study examined hypnotherapy combined with systematic desensitization for vaginismus, a condition characterized by involuntary vaginal spasm and phobic avoidance of penetration. Of 71 women treated, 68 achieved complete resolution of symptoms. Hypnotherapy was found to significantly accelerate desensitization, with follow-up indicating normal sexual functioning and no symptom substitution.
Hawkins, 2012 – Female Orgasmic Disorder
Hawkins, P. J., 2012. Hypnotherapy and sexual problems. In: M. Heap, ed. Hypnotherapy: A Handbook. New York: McGraw Hill, pp. 175-200.
A review of clinical literature reports that hypnosis alone has restored orgasmic function in some women. Hypnotherapy addresses contributing psychological factors such as fear of sex, guilt, negative body image, and restrictive sexual conditioning. Techniques including hypnotic imagery, ego strengthening, stress regulation, and targeted suggestion were shown to increase comfort, pleasure, and sexual responsiveness.
Lemke, 2005 – Ego-State Therapy & Sexual Disorders
Lemke, W., 2005. Utilizing hypnosis and ego-state therapy to facilitate healthy adaptive differentiation in the treatment of sexual disorders. American Journal of Clinical Hypnosis, 47(3), pp. 179-189.
This study conceptualized sexual dysfunction as a disruption in access to the sexual ego state. Case studies demonstrated that hypnosis combined with ego-state therapy led to resolution of vaginismus, trauma-related sexual avoidance, anxiety, and depression. Patients reported restored desire, pleasure, and orgasmic capacity. The author concludes that hypnosis with ego-state work is a highly effective treatment approach.
Kraft & Kraft, 2007 – Review of Sexual Disorders
Kraft, T. & Kraft, D., 2007. The place of hypnosis in psychiatry, part 2: Its application to the treatment of sexual disorders. Australian Journal of Clinical and Experimental Hypnosis, 35(1), pp. 1-18.
This literature review found hypnotherapy effective across a wide range of sexual dysfunctions, including low desire, sexual aversion, arousal disorders, orgasmic disorders, erectile dysfunction, premature ejaculation, dyspareunia, and vaginismus. Hypnosis was described as a rapid, cost-effective, non-pharmacological treatment that targets underlying psychological causes.
FertilityLevitas et al., 2006 – IVF Outcomes
Levitas, E. et al., 2006. Impact of hypnosis during embryo transfer on the outcome of in vitro fertilization—embryo transfer: A case-control study. Fertility and Sterility, 85(8), pp. 1404-1408.
This case-control study assessed hypnosis during embryo transfer in IVF patients. Among 98 patients receiving hypnosis, 58.4% conceived compared to 30.2% in the control group. Implantation rates were 28% versus 14.4%, respectively. The authors hypothesize that hypnosis reduces stress-related uterine activity, thereby improving implantation success.
PregnancyShodh, 2018 – Antenatal Hypnosis & Hypnobirthing
Shodh, B., 2018. Hypnotherapy in pregnancy and childbirth. BSBSSES International Journal, 9(1), pp. 10-15.
This controlled study evaluated hypnotherapy during late pregnancy and childbirth. Women receiving three hypnotherapy sessions reported reduced fear of labor, lower pain perception, greater emotional regulation, and decreased use of epidural anesthesia compared to controls. Hypnotherapy was described as a simple, low-cost intervention that improves psychological and physical childbirth outcomes.
Labor & Birth
Azizmohammadi & Azizmohammadi, 2019 – Pain Management Review
Azizmohammadi, S. & Azizmohammadi, S., 2019. Hypnotherapy in management of delivery pain: a review. European Journal of Transnational Myology, 29(8).
A review of seven controlled studies found that hypnosis during labor reduced pain, anxiety, medication use, birth complications, and hospital stay duration. Six of seven studies reported lower use of epidurals, sedatives, and analgesics compared to standard care.
Cyna et al., 2004 – Systematic Review
Cyna, A. M., McAuliffe, G. L. & Andrew, M. I., 2004. Hypnosis for pain relief in labour and childbirth: a systematic review. British Journal of Anaesthesia, 93(4), pp. 505-511.
This systematic review analyzed 19 studies involving 8,395 women. Across trials, hypnosis consistently reduced pain, labor duration, surgical intervention, medication use, and childbirth complications. Despite variability in protocols, outcomes favored hypnosis in all qualifying studies.
MenopauseElkins et al., 2013 – Hot Flashes (RCT)
Elkins, G. R. et al., 2013 Mar. Clinical hypnosis in the treatment of post-menopausal hot flashes: A randomized controlled trial. Menopause, 20(3).
In this randomized controlled trial of 187 postmenopausal women, clinical hypnosis reduced hot flash frequency by 63.9% at six weeks and 74.2% at 12 weeks, compared to reductions of 9.2% and 17.1% in the control group. Hypnosis was recommended as an adjunctive treatment to improve autonomic regulation and reduce vasomotor symptoms.
Anbar, 2002 – Pediatric Pulmonary Center
Anbar, R. D., 2002. Hypnosis in pediatrics: applications at a pediatric pulmonary center. BMC Pediatrics 2, 11(2002). https://www.researchgate.net/publication/11010867_Hypnosis_in_pediatrics_Applications_at_a_pediatric_pulmonary_center
This study evaluated hypnosis in 303 pediatric patients (mean age 12.2). Hypnotherapy addressed pulmonary symptoms, medication distress, procedural anxiety, and non-pulmonary complaints such as pain and insomnia. Improvement was reported in 81% of patients, supporting hypnosis as a valuable adjunct in pediatric care.
Iglesias, 2003 – Trichotillomania
Iglesias, A., 2003. Hypnosis as a vehicle for choice and self-agency in the treatment of children with Trichotillomania. American Journal of Clinical Hypnosis, 46(2), pp. 129-137.
Three pediatric cases of trichotillomania resolved following 5–7 hypnotherapy sessions. Follow-up at three and six months showed no relapse. Hypnosis was found to increase autonomy and self-regulation by addressing underlying emotional conflict.
Kohen & Kaiser, 2014 – Pediatric Review
Kohen, D. P. & Kaiser, P., 2014. Clinical hypnosis with children and adolescents—What? Why? How?: Origins, applications, and efficacy. Children (Basel), 1(2), p. 74–98.
This review of laboratory and clinical research highlights hypnosis as an effective tool for enhancing self-regulation in children and adolescents. Case outcomes included a 91% reduction in nocturnal enuresis, resolution of phobias, elimination of warts, and significant reductions in anxiety and chronic headaches.
Fraser, 2012 – Self-Esteem Building
Fraser, J., 2012. Using hypnosis to help build healthy self-esteem in clients. Australian Journal of Clinical Hypnotherapy and Hypnosis, 34(2), pp. 19-27. https://www.researchgate.net/publication/236455117_Using_hypnosis_to_help_build_healthy_self-esteem_in_clients
This paper outlines a five-stage hypnotherapeutic framework for improving self-esteem, emphasizing expectancy, suggestion, metaphor, and behavioral reinforcement. The author notes that self-esteem is a strong predictor of anxiety, depression, and psychological resilience.
Vasel et al., 2016 – Ego Strengthening
Vasel, M. Y., Farhadi, M., Paidar, M. R. Z. & Chegini, A. A., 2016. The efficacy of hypnotherapy for ego strengthening and negative self-talk in female heads of households. Sleep and Hypnosis, 18(4), pp. 74-81.
In this controlled study, women receiving eight hypnotherapy sessions demonstrated significantly increased ego strength and reduced negative self-talk compared to controls. Findings support the integration of hypnotherapy into empowerment and mental health programs.
Ferguson, 2012 – Couples Therapy
Ferguson, A., 2012. Working with couples using hypnotherapy. Australian Journal of Clinical Hypnotherapy and Hypnosis, 34(2), pp. 34-45. https://www.researchgate.net/publication/289342749_Working_with_couples_using_hypnotherapy
This review highlights hypnotherapy as an efficient adjunct in couples therapy. By reducing conscious resistance and emotional reactivity, hypnosis facilitates improved communication, relational satisfaction, and adaptive relationship skills.
“If you want something you’ve never had, you’ve got to do something you’ve never done” - Thomas Jefferson
Skepticism is healthy.
RTT does not require blind belief, loss of control, or being “put under.” Hypnosis is not sleep: It is a natural state of focused attention.
You experience it every day when:
You are absorbed in a book or movie
You are driving and lose track of time
You daydream
In an RTT session:
You are aware
You can speak
You cannot be made to do anything against your will
RTT is not about control — it is about understanding.
The goal is insight, emotional resolution, and mental clarity — not suggestion without reason.
Hypnotherapy is supported by a growing body of research, particularly in areas such as pain management, anxiety reduction, and habit change. Results can vary depending on the individual and application. Please see the Scientific studies section for more info.
Traditional talk therapy often works at the conscious level, discussing events and analysing emotions.
RTT works at the root level. Instead of asking:
“Why do I feel this way?”
RTT asks:
“When did this start — and what did my mind decide back then?”
Many emotional patterns were formed:
In childhood
During stressful events
When the mind was trying to protect you
RTT helps the adult mind revisit those moments with new understanding, so the emotional charge dissolves.This is why RTT often produces meaningful shifts in one to three sessions, rather than years.
RTT has a proven track record in helping to provide lasting freedom from a range of issues with phenomenal success, including:
Fears and phobias
Anxiety and depression
Stress
Panic attacks
Migraines
Weight problems
Addictions
Low confidence
Insomnia
Money blocks
Love blocks
Tinnitus
Infertility
Skin conditions
As a tool, RTT® can also help:
Manage pain
Improve performance at work or in sport
Most people can be hypnotized to some degree, provided they are willing and open to the process. Hypnosis is a collaborative experience, not something that can be forced.
A session is structured, safe, and collaborative.
Step 1: Discovery
We start with a detailed conversation about:
Your issue
Your patterns
Your goals
This helps identify what the subconscious belief might be protecting or expressing.
Step 2: Guided Hypnosis
You are gently guided into a deeply relaxed state where:
The mind becomes open and receptive
Memories and insights arise naturally
There is no forcing or reliving trauma
You remain aware and in control at all times.
Step 3: Understanding the Root Cause
Together, we uncover:
• When the belief formed
• Why it made sense then
• How it is affecting your life now
• Understanding brings relief.
Step 4: Transformation
Once the mind understands it no longer needs the old belief, we replace it with supportive, empowering truths that align with who you are today.
Step 5: Reinforcement
You receive a personalised transformational recording to listen to after the session, helping the new belief become permanent.
RTT feels different for everyone. Most people just feel like they are in a very comfortable, relaxed state – similar to when you are day-dreaming (lost in thought while driving or totally emerged while watching an interesting movie). The therapist uses specific techniques and knowledge to ask you questions while you are in this relaxed state. You remain awake, aware, and in control at all times. You will NOT do or say anything against your will. You can hear everything that is said and can end the session whenever you choose.
Clients often report feeling:
• Lighter
• Clearer
• More calm
• Emotionally neutral about past triggers
• More confident and in control
Change does not feel dramatic or forced — it feels natural.When the mind updates a belief, it stops fighting itself.
Any insight you have from your own analysis or previous therapy is helpful. However, if you knew all the answers, you would have solved your problem already!
RTT allows you to get answers from your subconscious mind about old beliefs and judgements, which you may not even be subconsciously aware of. Nonetheless, these beliefs may still be affecting your thoughts and behaviour today. No amount of conscious thought or analysis can assess this subconscious information.
RTT may be right for you if:
• You feel stuck despite trying many approaches
• You understand that change happens internally first
• You want insight, not surface-level coping strategies
• You are open to understanding yourself at a deeper level
RTT is not about fixing you — you are not broken. It is about removing outdated beliefs that no longer serve you.
The number of sessions varies depending on the individual and the issue being addressed. Some people experience noticeable change in one to three sessions, while others may experience incrementally (where you see changes over days, weeks, months.) Some people don’t realise the full extent of the change until they look back retrospectively a while later, or someone else points it out to them.
Although RTT is a relatively new therapeutic approach, thousands of people worldwide have experienced profound and lasting change through it. Its rapid global growth has been driven primarily by word-of-mouth and personal referrals, which speaks volumes about the results people are achieving.
As with any professional service—whether medical, legal, or therapeutic—no practitioner can ethically guarantee results. That said, the effectiveness of RTT depends not only on the method, but also on your willingness to participate fully in the process.
Lasting change requires commitment. You must genuinely want to change, choose to change, and be open to doing the work. An essential part of this process is listening to your personalized post-session recording daily for 21 days. This recording, typically 17–25 minutes long, helps reinforce the shifts made during your session and supports long-term results.
To see what’s possible, read my client testimonials and hear their experiences firsthand.
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