1. Power Hypnosis Chicago – Marc St.Camille
Specialization: Clinical hypnosis, smoking cessation, weight loss, stress management, fear and phobia elimination, anxiety relief, performance enhancement, life coaching, executive coaching
Conditions Addressed: Smoking, overeating, anxiety, phobias, fears, panic attacks, stress, negative thinking, pain, eating habits, weight issues, substance abuse, addictions, PTSD, OCD, IBS, chronic fatigue
Services Offered: Individual sessions, life coaching, executive coaching, success coaching, mentoring, motivation sessions, personal development, professional audio recording of hypnosis session for home reinforcement, remote sessions via Zoom, FaceTime, Skype, Phone, Google Duo, and WhatsApp video
Background: Marc St.Camille is a Board Certified Hypnotist with the American Board of Hypnotherapy (#H18399) and Certified Hypnotist with the National Guild of Hypnotists (#24219). He has a Certificate of Graduation and Attendance in Hypnotherapy through the American Institute of Hypnotherapy and has been offering hypnosis for over thirty years in private practice. He uses a unique blend of old and new school hypnosis methods and has helped thousands of clients implement change, overcome obstacles, and achieve goals.
Location: 25 East Delaware Place, Chicago, IL (Gold Coast area, downtown Chicago, one block west of the John Hancock building)
Contact: (312) 440-1908 | https://powerhypnosischicago.com
Session Info: $250 for first session including recording; $215 for additional sessions including recording. Near 95% overall success rate for smoking cessation reported. Easily accessible by mass transit and car with convenient parking options including validated, metered, and valet parking. Penthouse office space offering a serene retreat.
2. Hypnosis Chicago – Rebecca Lauer
Specialization: Clinical hypnosis, weight loss, smoking cessation, fear of flying, public speaking anxiety, habit control, NLP, consulting hypnosis instruction
Conditions Addressed: Weight issues, smoking, fear of flying, fear of public speaking, irrational fears, bad habits including hair pulling, nail biting, face picking, procrastination, inner critic issues, low self-confidence, getting over lost love, excessive drinking
Services Offered: Individual sessions, NLP techniques, consulting hypnosis, self-hypnosis training, NGH instructor services
Background: Rebecca Lauer is a certified Consulting Hypnotist, NGH Instructor, and Master NLP Practitioner with nearly two decades of experience. She is one of Chicago’s most recommended practitioners with thousands of referrals from friends, therapists, and physicians. The practice has worked with a wide variety of issues with particular specialization in weight loss, smoking cessation, fear of flying, fear of public speaking, and hair pulling/nail biting/face picking habits.
Location: Chicago, IL 60611
Contact: Available through website | https://www.yelp.com/biz/hypnosis-chicago-chicago (Yelp listing with contact information)
Session Info: Hours: Monday 7:30 AM – 12:00 PM, Wednesday 7:30 AM – 12:00 PM, Saturday 7:00 AM – 2:30 PM. Pricing list available on website. Online scheduling available.
3. Chicago Hypnosis Clinic – Josh Singer
Specialization: Smoking and nicotine cessation (primary focus), clinical hypnosis, habit change, behavioral transformation
Conditions Addressed: Cigarette smoking, e-cigarette addiction, vaping, nicotine product dependence, smoking-related stress and anxiety
Services Offered: Quit Differently signature smoking cessation program, individual customized hypnotherapy sessions, free 20-minute phone strategy sessions, Zoom sessions, in-person sessions
Background: Josh Singer is a Certified Professional Hypnotist with over 20 years of experience specializing in helping people quit smoking cigarettes, e-cigarettes, and other nicotine products. He has dedicated his career to helping people who were previously enslaved to smoking and vaping become non-smokers for the rest of their lives. His approach focuses on shifting beliefs about smoking and changing how clients relate to it rather than relying on willpower.
Location: Two locations: Oak Brook and Northfield (Chicago area, serving Winnetka, Glencoe, Northbrook, Hinsdale, Lake Forest, Wilmette, and downtown Chicago)
Contact: Available through website for free phone strategy session | https://chicagohypnosisclinic.com
Session Info: Free 20-minute phone strategy session available. Customized hypnotherapy experience begins with understanding individual client needs. Not for those seeking passive, one-session solutions; designed for committed individuals willing to use tools and skills taught in the program.
4. Shawn Mossell – Certified Consulting Hypnotist
Specialization: Clinical hypnosis, stress reduction, relaxation therapy, self-hypnosis training, smoking cessation, pain management, stress management
Conditions Addressed: Smoking, stress, tension, pain, anxiety, habit issues
Services Offered: Individual sessions, stress reduction programs, relaxation therapy, self-hypnosis instruction, smoking cessation programs
Background: Shawn Mossell is a Certified Consulting Hypnotist and active member of the National Guild of Hypnotists (NGH). He has taught stress reduction, relaxation therapy, self-hypnosis, and smoking cessation programs to thousands of people over the last 30 years. He is also trained in clinical hypnosis for Pain and Stress Management through the American School of Clinical Hypnosis, International.
Location: Chicago, Illinois area
Contact: Available through Bark.com directory | https://www.bark.com/en/us/hypnotherapy/illinois/chicago/
Session Info: Individual sessions available. Client testimonials highlight effective smoking cessation results and understanding of mental aspects of habit breaking.
5. Sunshine Hypnosis Chicago – Raymond Czarnecki
Specialization: Clinical hypnosis, advanced hypnosis techniques, regression work, chronic conditions, anxiety, addiction recovery, pain management, medical hypnosis
Conditions Addressed: Quit smoking, PTSD, addictions, allergies, anesthesia support, anger, asthma, acid reflux symptoms, bedwetting, jaw clenching, heartbreak, nail biting, panic attacks, depression, sadness, fear of dentists, fear of needles, fibromyalgia, teeth grinding, headaches, migraines, hot flashes, chronic fatigue, autoimmune issues
Services Offered: Client-oriented hypnosis programs, individual sessions, 5-session packages, 3-session packages, past life regression, private hypnotherapy sessions
Background: Raymond Czarnecki is an NGH-certified consulting hypnotist originally trained at the Garrett Hypnosis and Wellness Center in Chicago. He uses a client-oriented hypnosis program that empowers clients to reach their goals. He utilizes advanced hypnosis techniques to help clients access deep-rooted memories that may be contributing to unwanted behaviors, emotions, or health challenges.
Location: Chicago, Illinois
Contact: Available through website | Referenced on https://threebestrated.com/hypnotherapy-in-chicago-il
Session Info: Smoking Cessation: 2 hours, $250. Private Hypnotherapy Session: 2 hours, $200. 3-Session Package: 6 hours, $550. 5-Session Package: 10 hours, $925. Past Life Regression: 3 hours, $300.
Hypnosis Regulations in Illinois
Illinois does not have mandatory registration or licensure requirements specifically for hypnosis or hypnotherapy. The state does lay out specific regulations for the practice of hypnotism and guidelines for licensure exemption.
Under the Illinois Clinical Psychologist Licensing Act (225 ILCS 15), practicing hypnosis without a clinical psychology license is permitted as long as the practitioner does not independently evaluate, classify, or treat mental, emotional, behavioral, or nervous disorders or conditions, developmental disabilities, alcoholism and substance abuse, disorders of habit or conduct, or the psychological aspects of physical illness. Practitioners must not engage in the practice of medicine including diagnosis or treatment of physical or mental ailments or conditions, and must not hold themselves out to the public by a title or description stating or implying they are a clinical psychologist or licensed to practice clinical psychology.
Clinical psychology in Illinois involves activities like psychotherapy and hypnosis when used to treat psychological disorders. The distinction centers on whether hypnosis is used for therapeutic treatment of diagnosed conditions (requiring licensure) or for general self-improvement and habit change (not requiring licensure).
Several legislative proposals have been introduced in Illinois over the years to create licensing requirements for hypnotherapists, including provisions for 100 hours of personal instruction in hypnosis from approved organizations or accredited schools, continuing education requirements of 15 hours annually, and establishment of a State Board of Hypnotists. However, these proposals have not been enacted into law.
Licensed healthcare professionals including physicians, doctors of chiropractic medicine, clinical psychologists, clinical social workers, licensed professional counselors, and marriage and family therapists may engage in the practice of hypnosis or hypnotherapy within the scope of their licensed practice.
Practitioners in Illinois should be careful about terminology and avoid representing themselves as treating mental or emotional disorders unless appropriately licensed. The National Guild of Hypnotists recommends using the title “Consulting Hypnotist” and providing clients with accurate disclosure of training and practice limitations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do hypnotists need to be licensed in Illinois?
No, Illinois does not require specific licensure or registration for hypnotists or hypnotherapists. However, practitioners must operate within legal boundaries by not treating mental, emotional, or behavioral disorders unless they hold appropriate healthcare licensure such as clinical psychology. Hypnotists can legally provide services for self-improvement, habit change, stress management, and motivation without licensure, provided they do not imply they are licensed healthcare professionals or diagnose and treat medical or psychological conditions.
What certifications should I look for in an Illinois hypnotist?
Look for certification from recognized professional organizations such as the National Guild of Hypnotists (NGH), the American Board of Hypnotherapy, the International Association of Counselors and Therapists (IACT), or the American School of Clinical Hypnosis, International. These organizations require specific training hours, adherence to ethical codes, and continuing education. NGH certification requires completion of approved training programs typically consisting of 100 hours of instruction. Board Certified Hypnotist (BCH) designation indicates advanced certification.
Can hypnotherapy help with medical conditions in Illinois?
Hypnotists in Illinois who are not licensed healthcare professionals should not treat medical conditions directly. However, hypnosis can be used as a complementary approach when working in conjunction with healthcare providers. Many hypnotists work with clients referred by physicians for issues such as stress management, pain management, and habit change. If you have a medical condition, consult with your healthcare provider first and ask about hypnosis as a complementary approach. Some conditions may require a referral from a licensed healthcare professional.
How much does hypnosis cost in Chicago?
Hypnosis session costs in Chicago vary by practitioner and program. Based on current practitioner information, individual sessions typically range from $200 to $250 for initial sessions lasting approximately 2 hours, with follow-up sessions at $215 or less. Package deals are available from some practitioners, such as 3-session packages for around $550 or 5-session packages for around $925. Smoking cessation programs may be priced at flat rates around $250. Some practitioners offer free initial consultations or phone strategy sessions. Many practitioners include audio recordings of sessions for home reinforcement at no additional charge.
What should I expect during a hypnosis session in Chicago?
A typical hypnosis session in Chicago begins with a discussion of your goals, history related to the issue, and any triggers or stressors. The hypnotist will explain the hypnosis process and answer questions. You will then be guided into a relaxed, focused state while remaining conscious and aware. The hypnotist provides suggestions and may work on identifying and addressing underlying causes of unwanted behaviors. Sessions typically last 1-2 hours for initial visits. Many practitioners provide audio recordings of the hypnosis portion for home reinforcement. Follow-up sessions are often recommended to ensure lasting results and address any remaining issues.