Frequent ly Asked Questions

Here is a list of some of the presenting problems that my clients come in to see me in my practice:

• Anxiety, Phobias, Panic Attacks

• Depression, Grief, Loss

• Self-Esteem, Motivation

• Co-Dependency, Relationship Issues

• Trauma, Abuse, PTSD

• Addictions

• Smoking Cessation/Weight Loss

• Eating Disorders, Body Image

• Stress Reduction, Coping and Adjusting

• Pain Relief, or Psychosomatic Concerns

• Sleep Disorders, Nightmares, Insomnia

• Life Transition Issues, i.e Divorce, Change of Career

• Existential Issues and Spiritual Inquiry

My address in Great Neck is: 29 Barstow Road Suite 205 Great Neck, New York 11021

I also do provide sessions virtually via Zoom.

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Psychotherapy, couples therapy, hypnotherapy, past life regression therapy, meditation instruction and guided imagery, dream analysis, coaching or brief oriented therapy. Psychedelic assisted psychotherapy.

Most clients choose to do 45-50 minute session, while others prefer 60-minute sessions on a weekly or bimonthly basis. Typically the first session is 60-minutes in duration for history and information gathering purposes.

A traditional hypnotherapy session is one hour long, past life or childhood regression sessions are typically 90 minutes. The first regression session might be a bit longer to allow for information gathering, and subsequent sessions are 90-minutes in duration.

Hypnotherapy is a treatment technique used by mental health professionals or doctors practicing hypnosis to treat a client’s problem or concern. In this state there is more access to the subconscious mind where memory, habits, and emotions are stored allowing the hypnotherapist to help a client achieve positive and long lasting changes and a relief of the symptoms or presenting problem. During a session a client is guided to a deep state of focus and relaxation, where guided imagery , suggestions and reprogramming of mind patterns are created.

Hypnosis is a treatment modality that has been used to treat the widest range of human concerns. Here is the list of the more common issues hypnotherapy can explore and treat:

• Depressed mood

• Low Self Esteem

• Grieving a loss

• Anxiety and panic attacks

• Irrational Fears (i.e public speaking, flying, elevators)

• Post Traumatic Stress

• Sleep Disturbances

• Anger Management

• Relationship Issues

• Chronic pain

• Compulsive Eating

• Weight Loss

• Minor Addictions

• Life Transitions and Changes

• Creative Blocks

• Life Purpose and Career Issues

Serious psychiatric or mental health problems, such as major clinical depression, psychotic disorders and drug addictions may require extensive psychotherapy and psychopharmacology as a primary intervention. Hypnosis may be recommended as a supplementary treatment only. Physiological concerns, or medical issues, must always be treated by a physician, who can recommend hypnotherapy for pain control or relaxation. Please consult with your psychiatrist or physician first to determine whether hypnosis is appropriate for you.

The state of hypnosis is a natural state similar to daydreaming or meditation and can be achieved by anyone interested in being hypnotized. There is no right or wrong way to feel while under hypnosis and the depth as well as the experience itself varies widely.

This is a myth perpetuated by entertainment hypnotists. You always have control, and you can always hear as well as remember your session. Hypnosis is a state of a deeply relaxed inner focus. You will only accept a suggestion given to you by a hypnotherapist, if it is in alignment with what you believe and desire for yourself. You can also take yourself out of trance at any time by counting 1-2-3 and opening your eyes.

Hypnosis is in no way dangerous or harmful either physically or psychologically as evidenced by its acceptance as a therapeutic technique and its widespread use by the medical and mental health professionals. In fact studies have found that being in a hypnotic state actually has health benefits in that clients experience a reduced respiratory rate, decreased level of stress-induced cortisol secretions and decreased blood pressure.

There has never been a documented case of someone remaining under hypnosis. In fact, coming out of hypnosis is refreshing and relaxing to most individuals who often compare this feeling to waking up from a deep or restful sleep.