“I’d been in talk therapy with Angela for a while when she suggested Hypnotherapy. I was interested both due to curiosity, and because I thought it might help me dig deeper into my feelings. I’d tried 1-off hypnosis 20 years ago and didn’t get much out of it. I wasn’t even sure if I’d really been ‘hypnotized’, however, it wasn’t with someone I knew and trusted like Angela, so I wanted to try again.
It’s a bit hard to describe the experience of hypnosis. I’ve meditated and it feels a lot like a good or deep meditation session. But it was a lot easier to get there than I usually find during solo meditation. Mostly it was just feeling relaxed and open. Part of the therapy is talking with Angela while you’re ‘hypnotized’, and I was a bit surprised how I could do this without losing the meditative state.
The truly amazing part was how hypnotherapy allowed me to profoundly experience feelings that I’d been *talking* about for months. It was emotionally intense, but also a huge relief. The experience helped me to feel the feelings that I habitually push out of consciousness. I didn’t fully know what to expect from hypnotherapy, but it was really a powerful experience and I’m grateful to have had it.
In short, it was great, and I’ll be doing it again. Its at times relaxing, at times intense, and ultimately mind-opening and healing. The session lasted two hours, but I barely noticed the passing of time.”
— AM
“Angela carried out my hypnotherapy session with ease and professionalism. The space is calm and peaceful. I was experiencing some anxiety earlier in the day and immediately felt calm and at peace when I entered the space. The hypnotherapy itself was really beneficial. It allowed me to access some painful memories and emotions with visceral realness, while still recognizing that I was in a safe and controlled environment. Angela takes great care with her clients, often checking in with how the process is going. I really appreciate her patience and thoughtfulness.”
— KM
“I have been going to talk therapy on and off for the last 25 years and while it helped to get a better perspective in the short term, I felt like the core issues were not being addressed. I started working with Angela in traditional counseling sessions and hypnotherapy and I could tell the difference right away as we went deeper into my psyche where the real healing needed to happen. In a matter of a few months, by working on unresolved trauma from my childhood, I feel a transformation happening and a lightness that I have not felt in years. I can not speak highly enough about Angela and her work guiding me on my healing journey.”
— TB
“I went into the hynotherapy session with Angela Guerrero totally trusting her about where this would take me. Nonetheless I was a little apprehensive having never done it before, and at the length of the session. I can say 100 percent that I recommend this therapy to anyone. I have never experienced anything like it before. The healing was amazing and at the end my heart was pounding with love. Bursting. I’ll never be the same.”
— MB
“I have only recently begun talk therapy so when Angela approached me about hypnotherapy I was pretty hesitant. However, I am pretty willing to try anything one time so I signed up for a session. I can honestly say I received nothing but positive things from the experience. Angela has found an amazing space in SE Portland that feels comforting and inviting which put me right at ease upon arrival. As for the session I never once felt unsafe or nervous as Angela’s guidance was perfection. Additionally, when I first thought about hypnosis I was fearful that I would be completely out for the entire session with no recollection or awareness of the experience but I am happy to report that was not the case. I was able to be aware of my current state, while also feeling comfortable enough to allow my mind to reach memories and begin to heal from past trauma. I can without a doubt say that I will be back for more sessions!”
— EH
“It was my first time to do Hypnotherapy. I was nervous because I was not sure if this process could prove helpful to my personal healing process. However, Angela welcomed me with her smile and love, and she reminded me that I trusted her. The whole process was very smooth, and I was able to relax and be open with my emotions. I was not scared at all. In fact, I was able to visit my younger self who was hurt at the time. I highly recommend Hypnotherapy to touch/access deeper emotions.”