1. Airo Hypnosis – Tara
Specialization: Anxiety treatment, heartbreak recovery, weight loss, stress reduction, emotional healing, positive change hypnotherapy
Conditions Addressed: Anxiety, stress, heartbreak, weight issues, emotional challenges, personal development needs
Services Offered: Individual hypnotherapy sessions, in-person sessions in Austin, online sessions via secure video platform, HIPAA-compliant confidential services
Background: Tara is a certified hypnotist with advanced accreditation from the International Medical and Dental Hypnotherapy Association (IMDHA). She maintains HIPAA-compliant practices for client confidentiality and provides a secure, welcoming space designed for comfort. Client testimonials describe quick and positive results for stress and anxiety reduction.
Location: Austin, Texas (contact for exact address)
Contact: Available through website | https://shehypnotizes.com
Session Info: In-person sessions in Austin or convenient online sessions available, secure and confidential environment
2. Wellspring Hypnosis – Aisha Lisa Kessler
Specialization: Ericksonian hypnosis, HypnoBirthing, NLP, clinical hypnosis, trance work, childbirth preparation, stress reduction, habit modification, yoga integration
Conditions Addressed: Childbirth preparation, stress, anxiety, habit modification, personal development, various behavioral concerns
Services Offered: Individual hypnotherapy sessions, HypnoBirthing education, Ericksonian trance techniques, NLP sessions, hypnosis courses through UT Informal Classes
Background: Aisha Lisa Kessler holds a BA with honors from the University of Texas in English Literature. She is a Board Certified Clinical Hypnotist and Faculty Member of the National Guild of Hypnotists (NGH). She is certified by the American Board of Hypnotherapy (ABH) and is a Certified Practitioner of Neurolinguistic Programming (NLP). Additional credentials include HypnoBirthing Educator certification and Dharma Yoga Certified Instructor (300 hours). Aisha has attended 200 hours of Ericksonian trance workshop intensives with world-renowned psychologist Stephen Gilligan, Ph.D. She has been on the faculty of the University of Texas Informal Classes, teaching hypnosis courses to the Austin community.
Location: Austin, Texas
Contact: Available through website | http://www.wellspring-hypnosis.com
Session Info: Sessions by appointment, store available with hypnosis products, educational courses offered
3. Hello Hypnosis Austin – Devon Adams
Specialization: Sleep improvement, performance hypnosis (public speaking, sports), creativity enhancement, habit modification, attention and concentration, stress relief
Conditions Addressed: Sleep issues, insomnia, performance anxiety, public speaking fear, sports performance blocks, creativity challenges, procrastination, attention difficulties, stress, toxic job situations
Services Offered: Individual hypnotherapy sessions (1:1), online sessions worldwide via video, personalized approach focusing on each client’s strengths
Background: Devon Adams is a Certified Hypnotherapist (CHt) with ten years of experience as a professional hypnotist. She works with adults, teens, and children. Devon’s personal journey with hypnosis began when she used it to overcome severe stage fright and perfectionism that had nearly ended her dance career. Her approach is centered around the client, emphasizing listening deeply, identifying strengths, and allowing change to come naturally without rigid formulas or rules.
Location: Austin, Texas (serves clients worldwide via online sessions, also operates in Ann Arbor)
Contact: Available through website | https://hellohypnosisaustin.com
Session Info: Individual sessions available, online sessions via video for clients worldwide
4. Carolyn Poole Counseling – Carolyn Poole
Specialization: Clinical hypnosis, trauma treatment, PTSD therapy, addiction treatment, anxiety and depression, chronic pain management
Conditions Addressed: Trauma, abuse, PTSD, addictions, anxiety, depression, chronic pain
Services Offered: Individual hypnotherapy sessions integrated with counseling, clinical hypnosis as part of comprehensive mental health treatment
Background: Carolyn Poole is a licensed mental health professional in Austin, Texas who incorporates clinical hypnosis into her therapeutic practice. She specializes in treating trauma, abuse, PTSD, and addictions using hypnotherapy as an adjunct to traditional counseling methods.
Location: Austin, TX 78746 (contact for exact address)
Contact: Available through website | https://cpoolecounseling.com/hypnotherapy
Session Info: Sessions by appointment, integrated mental health and hypnotherapy approach
5. Central Texas Society of Clinical Hypnosis (CTSCH) Member Practitioners
Specialization: Clinical hypnosis as practiced by licensed mental health and healthcare professionals, evidence-based hypnotherapy, medical hypnosis, psychological hypnotherapy
Conditions Addressed: Various conditions within the scope of licensed professional practice, including anxiety, depression, trauma, pain management, behavioral issues, and medical support
Services Offered: Clinical hypnosis provided by licensed professionals, training workshops for licensed practitioners, networking and professional development
Background: The Central Texas Society of Clinical Hypnosis (CTSCH) is a component section of the American Society of Clinical Hypnosis (ASCH). CTSCH offers comprehensive training and networking opportunities for licensed professionals and graduate students in the health and mental health fields. Member practitioners are licensed professionals (psychologists, physicians, counselors, social workers, nurses, dentists) who have completed specialized training in clinical hypnosis. ASCH requires practitioners to be licensed healthcare professionals and to complete multiple training and consultation requirements.
Location: Austin and Central Texas area (multiple member practitioners)
Contact: https://www.ctsch.com (provides directory of member practitioners)
Session Info: Sessions vary by individual practitioner, all practitioners are licensed health or mental health professionals
Hypnosis Regulations in Texas
Texas does not require mandatory registration or state licensing specifically for hypnotists or hypnotherapists. However, the regulatory environment has specific parameters that practitioners must follow.
State Licensing Requirements: Texas does not issue state licenses specifically for hypnotists or hypnotherapists. The practice of hypnosis is not directly regulated by a state licensing board dedicated to hypnotherapy.
Professional Scope Limitations: Under Texas Occupations Code Section 501.003, the practice of psychology includes “hypnosis for health care purposes and hypnotherapy.” Licensed psychologists, licensed professional counselors, and licensed marriage and family therapists may utilize hypnotherapy as part of their authorized practice under 22 Texas Administrative Code Section 681.31 and Section 801.42.
Key Legal Precedent: In Masters v. State, 170 Tex. Crim. 471 (1960), the Texas court held that a hypnotist was not exempt from obtaining a medical license when advertising hypnosis as a means of curing certain mental and physical disorders. This establishes that hypnotists cannot claim to diagnose, treat, or cure medical or psychological conditions without appropriate medical licensure.
Required Disclosures: Hypnotists in Texas are typically required to provide clients with a disclosure statement similar to: “THE STATE OF TEXAS HAS NOT ADOPTED ANY EDUCATIONAL AND TRAINING STANDARDS FOR THE PRACTICE OF HYPNOTISM. THIS STATEMENT OF CREDENTIALS IS FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY.” Additionally, under Texas State law, a hypnotist may not provide therapy, medical diagnosis, or recommend discontinuance of medically prescribed treatments.
Law Enforcement Certification: Certification is required for “investigative hypnosis proficiency” under 37 Texas Administrative Code Section 221.7. Members of law enforcement can obtain this certificate by completing a basic investigative hypnosis course, passing an approved examination, and submitting an application with a $35 fee to the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement.
Health Professional Exemptions: Licensed physicians, psychologists, professional counselors, marriage and family therapists, and other licensed health professionals may incorporate hypnosis into their practice within their authorized scope without separate hypnosis certification.
Advertising Restrictions: Practitioners should avoid language implying they can diagnose, prescribe, treat, or cure any medical or psychological condition. Claims of treating mental or emotional disorders without appropriate licensure may result in enforcement action by the Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychologists or the Texas Medical Board.
Professional Organizations in Austin: The Central Texas Society of Clinical Hypnosis (CTSCH), a component section of the American Society of Clinical Hypnosis (ASCH), has been active in the Austin area since 1980. ASCH members must be licensed health or mental health professionals with specific training in clinical hypnosis.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does Texas require hypnotists to be licensed by the state?
A: Texas does not require state licensing specifically for hypnotists or hypnotherapists. However, practitioners must be careful not to represent their services as therapy for mental or emotional disorders unless they hold appropriate licensure as a psychologist, licensed professional counselor, or other licensed health professional. The Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychologists may take action against individuals practicing hypnosis in ways that constitute the unauthorized practice of psychology.
Q: How can I verify a hypnotist’s credentials in Austin?
A: Since Texas does not maintain a state registry for hypnotists, verification should focus on national certification organizations. Check the practitioner’s membership with organizations such as the National Guild of Hypnotists (NGH), International Medical and Dental Hypnotherapy Association (IMDHA), American Board of Hypnotherapy (ABH), or International Association of Counselors and Therapists (IACT). For practitioners who are licensed mental health professionals using clinical hypnosis, the Central Texas Society of Clinical Hypnosis (CTSCH), a component of the American Society of Clinical Hypnosis (ASCH), maintains membership standards. If the hypnotist holds mental health licenses (LPC, LMFT, PhD, LCSW), these can be verified through the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation or the Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychologists.
Q: Does health insurance cover hypnosis sessions in Austin?
A: Most health insurance plans do not cover hypnosis services provided by non-licensed practitioners. However, if hypnosis is provided by a licensed mental health professional (such as an LPC, LMFT, LCSW, or psychologist) as part of psychotherapy, it may be covered under mental health benefits. Members of the Central Texas Society of Clinical Hypnosis are licensed professionals whose services may qualify for insurance coverage. Patients should contact their insurance provider directly to determine coverage. Many hypnotists in Austin offer cash-pay options with varying fee structures.
Q: What is the difference between clinical hypnosis and consulting hypnosis in Austin?
A: Clinical hypnosis is practiced by licensed health and mental health professionals (psychologists, physicians, licensed counselors, social workers, nurses, dentists) who have completed specialized training through organizations like ASCH or SCEH. These practitioners integrate hypnosis into their licensed professional practice and can address medical and psychological conditions within their scope of practice. Consulting hypnosis is practiced by certified hypnotists who may not hold health professional licenses and focus on vocational and avocational self-improvement, habit modification, stress management, and performance enhancement. The Central Texas Society of Clinical Hypnosis specifically serves licensed professionals practicing clinical hypnosis.
Q: Can hypnotists in Austin work with children?
A: Some Austin hypnotists work with children and teens in addition to adults. Hello Hypnosis Austin (Devon Adams), for example, specifically notes working with adults, teens, and children. When seeking hypnotherapy for minors, parents should verify the practitioner’s specific training and experience with younger clients. Parental or guardian consent is required for sessions with minors. For mental health concerns in children, consultation with a licensed mental health professional may be advisable. Licensed professionals who are members of CTSCH and use clinical hypnosis may work with children within their professional scope of practice.