FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How do I know which service is right for me?
If you're navigating a significant transition and ready for deep, concentrated work, the Transformational Coaching Intensive is likely your best fit. If you're dealing with a specific issue like anxiety, panic, chronic pain, or phobias that hasn't responded to other approaches, Clinical Hypnotherapy may be the right starting point. If you want to build a sustainable mindfulness practice with personalized support, MBSR One-on-One is designed for that. During your consultation or intro call, we'll discuss your situation and determine the best path forward together.
2. Are sessions in-person or online?
Clinical Hypnotherapy is available both in-person in Davis, CA and online. Transformational Coaching Intensive and MBSR One-on-One are conducted online via secure video. Online sessions are phenomenally effective—I've worked with clients worldwide with excellent results.
3. What's the difference between the Intensive and hypnotherapy packages?
The Transformational Coaching Intensive is a comprehensive 4-week program with twice-weekly sessions and close, ongoing support, combining hypnotherapy, nervous system regulation, mindful inquiry, and strategic implementation. Clinical Hypnotherapy packages are focused interventions for specific issues (anxiety, phobias, chronic pain, etc.) and typically run 3-5 sessions. During your consultation, we'll discuss which approach addresses what you're experiencing.
4. Is hypnotherapy safe? Will I lose control?
Absolutely safe. Clinical hypnotherapy is not mind control or stage hypnosis. You remain fully aware and in control throughout the session. Hypnosis is simply a natural state of focused awareness—similar to being absorbed in a book or driving on autopilot. I use evidence-based techniques in collaboration at times with physicians and healthcare providers. You’re never asked to do anything that goes again your goals, values or personality. You can end the session at any time.
5. What happens in a consultation or intro call?
It's an informational conversation, rather than a sales-oriented call. We'll discuss what you're experiencing, what you've already tried, and whether my approach is the right fit for your needs. I'll answer your questions, explain how we'd work together, and help you make an informed decision. There's no pressure—if it's not the right fit, I'll tell you.
6. Do you take insurance?
I don't accept insurance. My services are private pay. However, some clients use HSA (Health Savings Account) or FSA (Flexible Spending Account) funds to cover sessions—check with your plan administrator to confirm eligibility. Payment plans are available for the Intensive, Hypnotherapy and MBSR programs.
7. What if I've tried coaching or therapy before and it didn't work?
Many of my clients have tried traditional talk therapy or coaching without lasting results. My approach works at three levels—subconscious patterns (hypnotherapy), nervous system capacity (somatic regulation), and strategic clarity—which is why it often creates breakthroughs where other methods haven't. If something hasn't worked before, we'll talk about why and whether my methodology addresses what was missing.
8. How quickly will I see results?
Most clients notice shifts within the first 1-2 sessions—often a sense of relief, clarity, or capacity they hadn't felt before. Lasting change builds progressively. The Intensive and MBSR programs are structured to create sustainable transformation over 4-8 weeks. Hypnotherapy packages vary depending on what you're addressing, but many clients experience significant relief within 3-5 sessions. In my experience, single sessions rarely yield lasting results, which is why I work in series. Because of how results unfold, I don’t offer single sessions.
9. What's your cancellation policy?
I require 48 hours' notice for cancellations or rescheduling. With exceptions for emergencies, sessions cancelled with less than 48 hours' notice are charged in full.
10. Do you offer payment plans?
Yes. Payment plans are available. We'll discuss options during your consultation that work within your budget while honoring the value of the work.
