My practice is uniquely located on the boat HARMONY in San Rafael, Marin County. It’s a peaceful, private setting on the water, just 10 minutes from downtown San Rafael.

Hypnotherapy is a safe, evidence-based therapeutic approach that uses guided relaxation and focused attention. Working with a qualified hypnotherapist helps you access helpful subconscious resources to change patterns around anxiety, habits, stress, and addictions, and to support overall well-being.

Yes. I offer a complimentary consultation with no strict time limit so we can have a thorough, relaxed pre-hypnotic interview before any session begins.

With approaches such as Parts Therapy, many clients notice meaningful results quickly. Some resolve a concern in one or two sessions; most achieve lasting change in about four. More complex goals can take additional sessions for full integration.

Ego State work is effective and often fast-acting for many concerns. Some situations call for a different technique—for example, if a client prefers not to discuss details, NLP Six-Step Reframing (a type of Parts Therapy) can be a suitable alternative. We will always choose the approach that best fits your needs and comfort.

In-person sessions provide a focused, private environment that many clients prefer, especially for trauma or deeper emotional work. Some tactile exercises are best guided face-to-face. I also offer secure online sessions after an initial in-person appointment, once we establish your hypnotic responsiveness and the techniques that suit you.

Yes. To help you feel truly at ease, I can meet in your home or office. Working where your challenges actually occur allows for practical, real-world application of techniques, weaving them naturally into daily life.

Sessions are typically $200 and last about 90 minutes. This rate applies to concerns that may resolve in one or two meetings. For more complex needs, custom packages tailored to your situation are available and will be discussed during your complimentary consultation.

Yes. During a session, you remain aware of your surroundings, my voice, and your own thoughts. Hypnosis is a relaxed but alert state—not sleep or unconsciousness.

Yes, when conducted by a trained professional. Clients remain in control throughout and benefit from deep relaxation, making it a gentle approach for concerns such as confidence, fears, and pain management.

Hypnotherapy is commonly used for anxiety and stress relief, better sleep, smoking cessation, weight management, trauma and phobias, motivation, pain relief, and confidence building.

No. In professional hypnotherapy, your mind only accepts suggestions aligned with your values and best interests. Stage hypnosis is entertainment with willing participants; therapeutic hypnosis is respectful, collaborative, and confidential.