Hypnotic past-lives therapy (also called past‑life regression therapy) is a practice that uses hypnosis to guide people to recall what they and practitioners interpret as memories of previous lifetimes. There is no credible scientific evidence that those recalled “memories” are actual memories...
04/07/2026
From the other side of the state, the article is pretty basic and contains some cliches, but it's nice to see some mainstream press about hypnosis!
Contraindications for HypnosisHypnosis is a therapeutic tool used in various clinical settings, but it is not suitable for everyone. Certain conditions and patient characteristics can make hypnosis unsafe or ineffective. Below are expanded details on when hypnosis is contraindicated:1. Psychotic Dis...
Below is a concise, evidence-based summary of how effective hypnotherapy is for common clinical and behavioral issues. For each issue I list (1) what hypnotherapy aims to change, (2) the strength of evidence and typical effect sizes or clinical conclusions, (3) clinical considerations (who benefits,...
03/23/2026
"Why have you put so much effort into the Hypnotechs.com website?"
Better information means better outcomes. When people understand what hypnotherapy can and cannot do, they make more informed choices, have more realistic expectations, and receive safer, more effective care.
Great question — here’s why we’ve invested so much effort into Hypnotechs.com, explained clearly and with practical detail.Our purpose: make hypnotherapy easy to understand and useMany people find hypnosis confusing or filled with myths. We created Hypnotechs.com to clear up misconceptions and...
03/21/2026
"How much training should a hypnotherapist really have?"
How does your “hypnotherapist” measure up?At minimum: a foundational hypnotherapy certification (100–200 hours) plus supervised clinical practice (50–200 client hours) and clear scope/ethics training.Best practice: a comprehensive program (300–600+ hours) combining theory, skills labs, sup...
03/12/2026
Got questions about Hypnosis or Hypnotherapy? We heard the feedback and have completely rebuilt the Frequently Asked Questions section of Hynotechs.com into the most comprehensive FAQ about Hypnosis and Hypnotherapy on the web.
Whether you are curious about Hypnosis or are a long time Hypnotherapist, we bet there is something here for you to learn. Give it a try and learn something new!
Find answers to common questions about Hypnotherapy, Hypnosis, Hypnotechs and much more. From questions we have heard a thousand times, to things that have...
03/10/2026
Could Artificial Intelligence replace your Hypnotherapist?
Despite the remarkable advancements in artificial intelligence, the irreplaceable role of human empathy and intuition in hypnotherapy remains. Establishing rapport, active listening, and providing genuine therapeutic empathy are inherently human qualities that AI simply cannot replicate. These elements form the bedrock of a trusting therapeutic relationship, which is fundamental to successful clinical hypnosis.
Human hypnotherapists bring a depth of understanding, compassion, and the ability to respond to complex, non-verbal cues that go beyond pattern recognition. This human touch in therapy is what allows for truly transformative healing, making human hypnotherapists essential even with technological advances. The demand for mental health professionals, particularly those offering a human connection, continues to grow, underscoring this resilience.
Despite the remarkable advancements in artificial intelligence, the irreplaceable role of human empathy and intuition in hypnotherapy remains. Establishing rapport, active listening, and providing genuine therapeutic empathy are inherently human qualities that AI simply cannot replicate. These eleme...
12/09/2025
Exploring the Complex Link Between Suggestibility and Sexuality
Suggestibility and sexuality are connected through the way people’s openness to influence can impact their sexual thoughts, feelings, and actions. Suggestibility means how easily someone can be swayed or guided by others, which can play a role in how they discover or express their sexual identity and preferences. It can affect how individuals respond to social messages about sexuality, their willingness to try new experiences, or how they communicate consent. Understanding this link is important for ensuring that sexual experiences are based on genuine desire and clear agreement, rather than pressure or manipulation.
Suggestibility and sexuality are connected through the way people’s openness to influence can impact their sexual thoughts, feelings, and actions. Suggestibility means how easily someone can be swayed or guided by others, which can play a role in how they discover or express their sexual identity ...
12/02/2025
The Psychology of Persuasion: How Businesses Use Dark Patterns to Influence Consumers
Businesses often use dark patterns—design tactics that manipulate users into making choices they might not otherwise make—to increase sales, gather more personal data, or retain customers. These deceptive techniques include hiding opt-out options, using confusing language, or creating urgency through false scarcity. While effective in driving short-term gains, dark patterns can harm user trust and damage a company’s reputation over time, raising ethical concerns about transparency and fairness in digital interactions.
Businesses often use dark patterns—design tactics that manipulate users into making choices they might not otherwise make—to increase sales, gather more personal data, or retain customers. These deceptive techniques include hiding opt-out options, using confusing language, or creating urgency th...
11/27/2025
The Ripple Effect of Thankfulness: How Gratitude Impacts Others
Being grateful is important because it helps us focus on the positive aspects of our lives, fostering a sense of contentment and happiness. When we appreciate what we have, we reduce feelings of envy and dissatisfaction, which can improve our mental well-being and strengthen our relationships. Gratitude encourages kindness and empathy, making us more aware of the support and kindness we receive from others. Overall, practicing gratitude creates a mindset that promotes resilience, reduces stress, and enhances our overall quality of life.
Being grateful is important because it helps us focus on the positive aspects of our lives, fostering a sense of contentment and happiness. When we appreciate what we have, we reduce feelings of envy and dissatisfaction, which can improve our mental well-being and strengthen our relationships. Grati...
What Are Personality Assessments?
Personality assessments are structured tools—usually questionnaires or guided tasks—designed to measure patterns of thoughts, emotions, and behaviors that make each person unique. By translating complex human traits into scores or descriptive profiles, they help us understand how someone typically thinks, feels, and acts in different situations.
Why Do People Use Them?
Career Guidance – matching people to roles where they will likely thrive.
Clinical Settings – clarifying diagnoses or treatment plans.
Team Building – improving communication and reducing conflict.
Research – studying links between personality and life outcomes.
Self-Reflection – gaining insight for personal growth.
Practical example: A student unsure about majors takes a career-oriented personality test and sees high scores on curiosity, imagination, and openness. The counselor suggests fields such as design, marketing, or research.
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Perhaps you've considered investigating hypnosis and hypnotherapy but were put off by the "mystical" trappings that some associate with it. If so, you've come to the right place.
My practice centers on things that you can read about in medical journals, methods that are researched and peer-reviewed. In the hypnosis business, that approach is called "medical" or "clinical" and includes hypnosis for trauma, PTSD, pain management, anxiety, eating disorders, and more, but does not include "past lives", "remote healing" or other mystical stuff.
Behavioral psychology and hypnosis go hand in hand. Someone once described a hypnotherapist as a "subconscious behaviorist," and I think that represents what I do pretty well.
Here are a few facts about me:
Registered Hypnotherapist - Washington State Department of Health
Licensed Recreational Therapist - Washington State Department of Health
Certified Hypnotherapist - National Guild of Hypnotists
Certified Hypnotherapist - AFL-CIO Hypnotherapist's Union Local 472
Graduate - HMI College of Hypnotherapy, accredited by the U.S. Department of Education
Certified Practitioner of Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP)
