GH Wellness offers one-on-one hypnosis sessions over Zoom where the client can be relaxed in their own home. Time slots are flexible although most clients prefer evening slots when they are naturally more relaxed. These sessions are extremely interactive, ensuring that the session is focused on client’s needs and evolves through client responses.

Local, small group sessions are also available for spas or clinics where participants would like to be guided through a mini-session focused on relaxation or healthy behaviors. These sessions are not as in-depth as one-on-one sessions.

What is Hypnosis?

Hypnosis is a natural state of consciousness characterized by heightened suggestibility and a deep state of relaxation. Hypnosis occurs in the Theta Brain Wave state. Hypnosis is a safe and natural state people enter into regularly, such as when they are daydreaming or deeply engrossed in a book or movie. In this state, individuals are more receptive to suggestions and are able to access their subconscious mind more easily. Think of it as a deep mediation but with a goal. I guide a person into a trance-like state through a series of instructions and suggestions. Hypnosis is NOT mind control. A person can not be made to do anything under hypnosis that goes against their core beliefs or values. The client is always in control and will remember their sessions and will not do anything they do not want to do.

To utilize hypnosis for behavior change the client must desire to change. Generally, a good rule of thumb is to be motivated to change at a level 8 or above on a 1-10 scale. You can’t successfully engage with hypnosis because someone else wants you to change. Other requirements are a quiet, uninterrupted, comfortable space for your session and a commitment to reinforce your session with a short self-hypnosis script daily.

Why Use Hypnosis?

The conscious mind controls your day-to-day linear thinking and problem-solving.
The subconscious mind controls emotions, habits, past memories, and automatic bodily functions such as breathing. Your subconscious mind focuses heavily on keeping you safe and it also has a bias for what is familiar. This is why willpower is generally not enough for long-term behavior change. Your conscious and subconscious mind need to be in alignment! Alignment is key to achieving your goals. We can utilize hypnosis to get alignment by asking your conscious mind to “take a break” while we talk directly to your subconscious mind.

How I Use Hypnosis at GH Wellness

Behavioral changes —
Hypnosis can help fast-track desired behaviors such as:
Healthy eating/ Weight loss
Increased physical activity
Improved concentration and retention
Increased motivation
Eliminate procrastination

Improved Sleep —
Hypnosis can be used to improve the quality and duration of sleep. I work with individuals to:
Improve sleep routine
Fall asleep faster
Sleep more deeply
Wake up refreshed
Most of my insomnia clients prefer to book my last evening time slot (9:00 p.m. EST), do their session in bed and have me not wake them up at end of session!

Reducing Anxiety and Stress —
Anxiety and stress are at an all-time high for people of all ages and backgrounds. This is the most frequent reason clients seek out hypnosis at GH Wellness.
Hypnosis can help:
Gain an understanding of anxiety triggers and address underlying causes
Reduce impact of past trauma
Foster new healthy behaviors

Boosting Confidence —
Hypnosis can help individuals improve their confidence and self-esteem by overcoming:
Self-doubt
Negative self-talk
Past bullying
Trauma of toxic relationships

Managing Grief —
Grief comes in many forms and it can be extremely difficult to find effective support for grief. Hypnosis can help clients:
Grieving the loss of a spouse, child, parent or loved one
Grieving unwelcome life events such as divorce, estrangement, lifestyle change, moving
Grieving a beloved pet
Grieving the changes that come with caregiving, disability, end of life for self or others.

Managing Fears and Phobias
Hypnosis is very effective at helping clients overcoming fears. The most common fears I work with are:
Fear of public speaking
Fear of driving
Fear of flying
Fear of needles

Enhancing athletic performance
Hypnosis can improve athletic performance by:
Improving concentration and staying in the moment
Reducing anxiety and “nerves”
Helping to create a “reset” button for error recovery
Improved muscle memory
Improved relaxed breathing and lowering heartbeat
Improved muscle memory

I have deep equestrian expertise and work with riders and drivers across the country. I have successfully helped many riders with the following issues:
– Overcoming fear issues
Improved relaxation
Improved teachability
Improved position
Improved retention of course or test
Improved relationship with horse
Stress proofing the ride
Improved resilience
Building in a “reset” button for error recovery

What To Expect During A Session

First sessions are 1.5 to 1.75 hours as we discuss your issues and desired outcomes, I teach self-hypnosis and then we do a deeper session. Ongoing sessions are 1 hour.

You may experience an altered sense of time, tingling in your limbs or limbs may feel heavy.
You will still be aware of your surroundings and be in control of your mind and actions. You will experience a deep sense of relaxation. Some people may get emotional. In a hypnotic state, some people will see pictures, some people will get sensations — the experience varies by person. All people are capable of experiencing a hypnotic state and there is no “right” way to do it.

Why GH Wellness?

I founded GH Wellness after a long and fulfilling career in corporate America. In my semi retirement, I wanted to run a small company where I could work one on one with people who desire meaningful change.
I do all my sessions myself and limit sessions to no more than 10 per week. This allows me the opportunity to fully invest myself in my clients. As part of my “giveback” mindset I offer limited free session to caregivers and veterans. I feel these are underserved, vulnerable populations.

All my sessions are 100% confidential and I do NOT record my sessions. I keep handwritten notes in secure folders by first name, last initial, date only. Nothing is kept on computer except for zoom meeting schedule, waiver and your intake form.

To work with me, I ask you make a commitment to yourself. I offer sessions in 3 session bundles to allow time and depth for growth and change.