Question 1

What kind of issues do you treat?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 2

Where are you located?

Accepted Answer

My address in Great Neck is:
29 Barstow Road Suite 205
Great Neck, New York 11021
I also do provide sessions virtually via Zoom.

Question 3

What kind of payment do you accept?

Accepted Answer

I accept cash, Zelle, personal check, PayPal* and credit cards*.
* with these purchases. please include the 3% processing fee

Question 4

What kind of services do you offer?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 5

What is the duration of a typical psychotherapy session?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 6

What is the duration of hypnotherapy or past life regression sessions?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 7

What happens in a hypnotherapy session?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 8

What can hypnotherapy treat?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 9

What can’t be treated with hypnotherapy?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 10

Can anyone be hypnotized?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 11

Will I lose control? Is Hypnosis dangerous? Can someone not be able to come out of hypnosis?

Accepted Answer

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.

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