The words hypnotism, hypnosis, and hypnotherapy are often used to refer to the same phenomena, although there can be some distinctions in meaning depending upon the context of use. These words are all referring to techniques that are applied to help or lead a person (or group of people) to shift one's state of consciousness and focus so that communication with the "subconscious" level of mind can be facilitated. Hypnosis and hypnotism are more general terms as they can refer to those methods being applied in any context, including for entertainment purposes or psychological persuasion or societal influencing purposes, not only for therapeutic purposes.Hypnotherapy refers to the use of hypnosis for therapeutic purposes, such as assisting with treatment for mental or physical health challenges. In order to provide hypnotherapy services as a professional working with the public a person may be legally required to have received certfication training from a state approved certfication provider. In the state of Florida a person can advertise or promote their services as a "hypnotist" if they practice hypnosis for non-therapeutic purposes. If that individual is also a state licensed medical professional then if the person has completed the minimum hours of certification training for hypnotherapy then the person may also describe themselves as a "hypnotherapist" and include hypnosis in their professional work providing treatment to people that would be seeking their services for which their medical license qualifies them to provide treatment. A layperson hypnotist in Florida and various other states would not be allowed to advertise as being a "hypnotherapist" due to that distinction in regards to providing treatment, i.e. therapy. They might still provide hypnosis in some therapeutic contexts but would be expected to be working in collaboration with and under supervision of a licensed medical professional to serve in that role.
A layperson hypnotist might offer hypnosis for stress management, personal development and personal growth, for improving habits or self-confidence, for professional skills or performance, or for spiritual exploration. In those contexts there can certainly be therapeutic effects that may occur, however the practitioner can't make medical claims about treating diagnosed health concerns. A licensed medical professional such as a doctor, dentist, psychologist, counselor, nurse, or clinical social worker could also use hypnosis as a modality in treating health concerns that their clients or patients present with. Laws governing the application of hypnosis and the terms used to advertise those services can vary by state or country.
Jed offers individual and group hypnosis sessions, and assists you toward accessing your own inner guidance and wisdom. In hypnosis sessions Jed offers affirmations and verbal guidance to help you make shifts in your life and release old patterns and blocks. Hypnotherapy (hypnosis) sessions are available both online (via video meeting) and at a home office location in the Miami-Kendall area and on a limited basis on site in the Miami area. The home "office" location is in South Kendall at 12965 SW 112th Ave., Miami FL. Jed serves the entire S. Florida area and state of Florida, having worked with clients and students from areas that include Homestead, Cutler Bay, Palmetto Bay, Kendall, Pinecrest, Coral Gables, South Miami, Coconut Grove, Doral, Hialeah, Key Biscayne, Miami Beach, Aventura, Miramar, Hollywood, Pembroke Pines, Davie, Ft. Lauderdale, Pompano Beach, Boca Raton, Delray Beach, Lake Worth, West Palm Beach, and beyond.
As a counselor I am honored to help facilitate this with those who seek my assistance, and I honor each of you on your healing journey.
- Jed Shlackman, LMHC
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Notice: When scheduling an appointment please be aware that 24 hour notice is required for postponements. If you cancel with at least 24 hour notice you may reschedule your session for a later date with no additional charge - there is no refund option. You are responsibile for arriving on time for your appointments and honoring the therapist's commitment of time to serve you. The standard fees listed on this site are for sessions at one of Jed's locations or online sessions. For sessions offered on a mobile basis (e.g. at your home or office) in the Southern Miami-Dade County area there is regularly an additional $65 charge. For insurance inquiries pertaining to mental health concerns please call, or follow this link to Grow Therapy
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Purchase these recordings to use at home or in a clinical setting. Regression Audio Session contains a guided regression exercise that includes background binaural tones for brainwave entrainment to a deep theta state. Theta waves are correlated with deep meditative states and deep relaxation. Listen with headphones for the brainwave entrainment effect - if you have any seizure disorder you must first consult with your physician to ensure it is safe for you to use binaural sound recordings. It is recommended that you have a journal available to write down notes about your experience after the session. You are also encouraged to have a mental health professional consulted to work with you to process any unresolved challenging memories or experiences that can arise during a regression session. By using this recording you agree to take full responsibility for attending to your mental health needs and release the seller of this recording from any responsibility or liability for what you experience in association with listening to the guided exercises. Use these recordings in a place where you can sit or lie in a relaxed position, free of external distractions.Buy either 1 ($5) or 2 ($10) CDs and shipping is only $1.50; Purchase the MP3 download for $3.00 (The PayPal cart will show the MP3 as $1.50 + $1.50 shipping/processing)
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Note: These resource lists are offered for your education, examination, and exploration. Jed does not necessarily agree with all the views presented on various recommended WWW sites or books. Read, explore, and come to your own conclusions!
Online Info & Resources For Hypnosis & Hypnotherapy
Regression Therapy Info & Resources
Milton Erickson Foundation
Wikipedia: Hypnosis
Hypnosis Organization
Hypnosis Research Institute
Hypnosis Articles
UK Daily Mail: Hypnosis Speeds Cancer Recovery & Helps Prevent Recurrence
Obesity Is A State Of Mind
Reassuring Reasons Why Hypnosis Is Your Friend
Hypnosis Books Hypnosis For Change, by Josie Stadley & Carol Staudacher
Trancework, by Michael Yapko
Healing Yourself With Self-Hypnosis, by Frank Caprio & Joseph Berger
NLP: The New Technology Of Achievement, Ed. by Steve Andreas & Charles Faulkner
An Introduction To NLP/Neurolinguistic Programming, by Joseph O'Connor
Patterns Of The Hypnotic Techniques Of Milton Erickson, M.D., by Richard Bandler & John Grinder
The Nature Of Hypnosis And Suggestion, by Milton Erickson
Hypnosis For Smoking Cessation, by David Botsford
