Providence Hypnosis Center

read morePHCuses hypnosis, Tapping techniques (similar to EFT, Emotional Freedom Technique), and other processes to assist clients with common emotional and health issues, as well as personal development. We provide extensive support for emotional and medical conditions. The work facilitates many forms of self-improvement and habit control (such as smoking and weight loss). Help with anxiety and fear is the most common request from clients. These are the curse of modern life. Patterns of anxiety often underlie chronic physical conditions as well.

read moreMany think of hypnosis as a form of control. This is not the case. The process is far more graceful and interesting than this. Hypnotherapy is a fascinating process of communication and cooperation. It can be playful and amusing, as evidenced by the popularity of stage shows. It can also be breathtaking to witness the therapeutic applications of hypnotherapy and EFT. We regularly see people who have wrestled with fear for decades find balance. We work with women who suffer from hot flashes or night sweats and quickly help them return to comfort and healthy sleep patterns (see WJAR menopause news story).

read moreA phobia is an excessive and irrational fear reaction. If you have a phobia, you may experience a deep sense of dread or panic when you encounter the source of your fear. The fear can be of a certain place, situation, or object. Unlike general anxiety disorders, a phobia is usually connected to something specific. The impact of a phobia can range from annoying to severely disabling. People with phobias often realize their fear is irrational, but they're unable to do anything about it. Such fears can interfere with your work, school, and personal relationships.

read moreThe control of pain is the most widely recognized medical use for hypnosis. It is so effective that it can be used for anesthesia in the operating room. The use of the mind to deal with pain is particularly valuable in working with chronic pain. We have seen great benefit in conditions such ascancer, fibromyalgia, neuromas, neuropathies, RSD, lower back trauma, arthritis, AIDSand comparable issues. The processes we use in our practice deal with many of the emotional issues that always accompany chronic pain, and this in turn can be instrumental in reducing discomfort.

read moreHealthis the level of functional ormetabolicefficiency of a livingorganism. Inhumansit is the ability of individuals or communities to adapt and self-manage when facing physical, mental or social challenges. We all know it's way easier to send a simple thumbs-up emoji via text than express to a friend or partner our actual feelings. While keeping your emotions in check may seem like a better option at times, it could be doing you a major mental disservice. According to Dr. Z, acknowledging and expressing your feelings is crucial for building what's known as emotional intelligence.

read moreNeuroscientists have traced our habit-making behaviors to a part of the brain called the basal ganglia, which also plays a key role in the development of emotions, memories and pattern recognition. Decisions, meanwhile, are made in a different part of the brain called the prefrontal cortex. But as soon as a behavior becomes automatic, the decision-making part of your brain goes into a sleep mode of sorts. The brain can almost completely shut down. And this is a real advantage, because it means you have all of this mental activity you can devote to something else.

read moreFear, anxiety, panic attacks and stress are common in our culture. The most frightening element of these emotions is the feeling of being out-of-control. This is particularly frustrating for intelligent people who experience periods of crippling fear. Thoughts and talking are usually of little help when fear has taken hold. Nonetheless, most people find themselves engaged in extensive efforts to try to trick or outsmart the reaction patterns. Essentially, emotion is the language of the subconscious mind.