1. The Hypnosis Center (Pam Mills)
Specialization: Clinical hypnotherapy, addiction counseling, habit change, and hypnotherapy instruction. Pam Mills is also the Director of The Denver School of Hypnotherapy and offers both consulting hypnosis and stage entertainment hypnosis.
Conditions Addressed: Smoking cessation, weight management, anxiety and panic attacks, PTSD, stuttering, anger management, ADD/ADHD, OCD, nail biting, night terrors, bedwetting, snoring, pain management, insomnia, eating disorders, trichotillomania, and addiction recovery support.
Services Offered: Individual hypnotherapy sessions, group hypnosis workshops, self-hypnosis training classes, advanced hypnotherapy instruction, stage hypnosis entertainment for corporate events and after-proms, workshops for professional organizations including law enforcement and medical professionals.
Background: In practice for over 30 years. Pam Mills holds certification as a Level III Certified Addictions Counselor (CAC III) and Clinical Hypnotherapist. She is an ACHE Certified Instructor and is certified through the National Guild of Hypnotists (NGH) to teach college-level hypnosis classes and forensic hypnosis. She was appointed by the Governor to the Colorado State Board of Registered Psychotherapists where she served as Chairperson. She is also Director of The Denver School of Hypnotherapy.
Location: 2101 S Blackhawk St, Aurora, CO 80014
Contact: (303) 343-0361 | https://www.denverhypnotherapycenter.com
Session Info: Sessions available Monday through Friday 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Free initial consultation available. Credit cards accepted.
2. Mindzai Hypnotherapy (Jason M. Tollen)
Specialization: Subconscious change work using hypnotherapy and Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy. Focus on anxiety relief, stress management, habit change, weight management, confidence building, and addressing deep-seated emotional patterns.
Conditions Addressed: Anxiety, stress, depression, sugar addiction, behavioral issues, PTSD symptoms, confidence issues, self-esteem challenges, habit patterns, emotional eating, smoking, and relationship concerns.
Services Offered: Individual hypnotherapy sessions, IFS-informed hypnotherapy, Ericksonian hypnosis, regression therapy, parts work, belief change work, NLP coaching, mindfulness integration, free 15-minute phone consultations.
Background: In practice for 11 years. Jason M. Tollen holds Board Certified Hypnotist (BCH) certification and is an IFS Level 2 Certified Practitioner. He has trained extensively in hypnotherapy in the United States and UK and is a member of the National Guild of Hypnotists, American Council of Hypnotist Examiners, and the General Hypnotherapy Register (UK). Licensed by State of Colorado as Registered Psychotherapist (NLC.0103232).
Location: 750 E 9th Ave, Suite 203, Denver, CO 80203 (serving Aurora area)
Contact: (720) 606-2553 | [email protected] | https://www.mindzaihypnotherapy.com
Session Info: Sessions available Monday through Friday 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Free 15-minute phone consultation offered. Virtual sessions available.
3. Denver Hypnotherapy and Energy Medicine (Heather Fralick)
Specialization: Clinical hypnotherapy focusing on anxiety relief, stress management, self-esteem building, phobia elimination, smoking cessation, and weight management. Also offers energy medicine modalities.
Conditions Addressed: Anxiety, fears and phobias, stress, low self-confidence, smoking, weight management, misophonia, emotional blocks, and personal transformation goals.
Services Offered: Individual hypnotherapy sessions, cellular release therapy, regression therapy, hypnosis for overcoming anxiety, audio recordings for home use, virtual sessions, in-person sessions.
Background: Heather Fralick is a Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist (CCHt) and co-founder of Denver Hypnotherapy and Energy Medicine. She holds a degree in Psychology and has received training in clinical hypnotherapy including certifications in Cellular Release, Regression Therapy, and Hypnosis for Overcoming Anxiety. She has been interviewed on CBS regarding hypnotherapy for stress relief and was a featured panelist for the Colorado State Association of Health Underwriters Health and Wellness Conference. Over 15 years of experience in helping professions.
Location: 1805 S. Bellaire Street, Suite 530, Denver, CO 80222 (serving Aurora area)
Contact: (720) 208-6695 | [email protected] | https://www.denverhypnosis.net
Session Info: Sessions available Monday through Thursday 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Please leave a voice message as Heather is often in session. Virtual sessions available.
4. HypnoShifts (Angie Egan)
Specialization: Habit change through hypnotherapy, focusing on smoking cessation, weight management, anxiety reduction, sleep improvement, and sports performance enhancement for both individuals and young athletes.
Conditions Addressed: Smoking cessation, weight management, anxiety, stress, sleep issues, sports performance, confidence building, fear reduction, and general habit modification.
Services Offered: Individual hypnotherapy sessions, group hypnosis, self-hypnosis training, corporate team trainings, speaking engagements, customized sessions for specific goals addressing multiple concerns within a single session.
Background: Angie Egan is a Board Certified Hypnotist accredited through the National Guild of Hypnotists and a licensed Registered Psychotherapist in Colorado (NLC.0105228). In practice since 2008. She has led corporate team trainings and spoken at events including the Parker Chamber of Commerce.
Location: Centennial, Colorado (South Denver area, serving Aurora)
Contact: https://hypnoshifts.com/contact
Session Info: Note: HypnoShifts has closed session work as of late 2025. Contact for current availability.
5. Denver School of Hypnotherapy
Specialization: Hypnotherapy education and training programs offering certification at multiple levels. The school is approved and regulated by the Colorado Department of Higher Education Private Occupational School Board.
Conditions Addressed: Training institution offering education for those who wish to help others with various conditions through hypnotherapy including habit change, emotional issues, pain management, and behavioral modification.
Services Offered: Master Hypnotist certification (150 classroom hours), Hypnotherapist certification (additional 150 classroom hours), Clinical Hypnotherapist certification (additional 125 classroom hours plus 75 supervised work hours), continuing education courses, marketing courses for hypnotherapy practices.
Background: The Denver School of Hypnotherapy operates under the direction of Pam Mills and is approved and regulated by the Colorado Department of Higher Education Private Occupational School Board. The school trains students in five different hypnotherapeutic modalities and requires registration with DORA (Department of Regulatory Agencies) as a Registered Psychotherapist for advanced certifications.
Location: Aurora, CO (associated with The Hypnosis Center)
Contact: https://denverhypnoschool.com
Session Info: Training programs available. Contact school for current class schedules and tuition information.
Hypnosis Regulations in Colorado
Colorado has specific regulations regarding the practice of hypnotherapy that distinguish it from many other states. The regulatory framework underwent significant changes in 2020.
Prior to July 2020, hypnotherapists in Colorado could register with the state as “unlicensed psychotherapists” through the Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA). This registration allowed practitioners to provide psychotherapy services, including hypnotherapy, without holding a traditional mental health license. However, Colorado closed this registration pathway in 2020, meaning new hypnotherapists can no longer register as unlicensed psychotherapists.
Under Colorado law (Colorado Revised Statutes Title 12, Article 245), the practice of psychology includes activities such as counseling, psychoanalysis, psychotherapy, hypnosis, and biofeedback. Licensed psychologists, clinical social workers, professional counselors, marriage and family therapists, and addiction counselors may use hypnosis within their scope of practice.
For practitioners who are not licensed mental health professionals and were not registered prior to 2020, Colorado provides an alternative pathway under Title 6, Section 6-1-724, which governs complementary and alternative health care practitioners. Under this provision, hypnotherapists may practice if they clearly identify themselves as complementary or alternative practitioners and do not claim to practice psychotherapy or treat mental health disorders.
The Colorado Mental Health Practice Act requires that anyone using protected titles such as “Licensed Professional Counselor” or “Licensed Psychologist” must meet statutory requirements. Misuse of these titles can result in enforcement actions. Licensed practitioners must complete continuing education requirements, including ethics coursework, to maintain licensure. Renewal occurs every two years with fees typically ranging from $100 to $300 depending on the profession.
Unlicensed practitioners operating under the complementary and alternative health care provisions should provide written disclosures to clients stating that their services are not licensed by the state, describing the nature of services being provided, and explaining their qualifications. These practitioners should avoid using terminology that implies they are treating mental or emotional disorders.
The Denver School of Hypnotherapy offers training programs that result in certification as a Board Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist (CHt) upon completion of 500 hours of training, including 75 supervised work hours. Students must also register with DORA as a Registered Psychotherapist and pass a jurisprudence exam with a minimum score of 80%.
For stage hypnotists and entertainment hypnosis, Colorado does not have specific regulations beyond general business licensing requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How do I verify if a hypnotherapist in Colorado is properly registered with the state?
A: If a hypnotherapist claims to be a Registered Psychotherapist, you can verify their registration through the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA) online license lookup database at dora.colorado.gov. Note that since 2020, new hypnotherapists cannot register as unlicensed psychotherapists. Practitioners operating under the complementary and alternative health care provisions (Title 6, Section 6-1-724) are not listed in the DORA database, so you should ask them directly about their training, certifications from organizations such as the National Guild of Hypnotists or American Council of Hypnotist Examiners, and request to see their written disclosure statements.
Q: What is the difference between a hypnotherapist and a licensed mental health professional who uses hypnosis in Colorado?
A: In Colorado, licensed mental health professionals such as Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), and Licensed Psychologists may incorporate hypnosis into their therapeutic practice as part of treating mental health conditions. These practitioners are regulated by DORA and must meet educational, examination, and continuing education requirements. Hypnotherapists who are not licensed mental health professionals typically operate under the complementary and alternative health care statutes and focus on vocational and avocational self-improvement rather than treating diagnosed mental health conditions. They may work on goals such as smoking cessation, weight management, stress reduction, and performance enhancement without diagnosing or treating mental disorders.
Q: Does insurance cover hypnotherapy sessions in Colorado?
A: Insurance coverage for hypnotherapy in Colorado varies depending on the practitioner and the purpose of treatment. If hypnotherapy is provided by a licensed mental health professional such as a Licensed Professional Counselor or Licensed Clinical Social Worker as part of treatment for a diagnosed mental health condition, it may be covered under mental health benefits if the provider accepts your insurance. Sessions with certified hypnotherapists who are not licensed mental health professionals are generally not covered by insurance and are paid out-of-pocket. Some practitioners accept Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA) payments. Contact your insurance provider directly to determine coverage for specific practitioners.
Q: What training requirements exist for hypnotherapists in Colorado?
A: Colorado does not mandate specific training hours or state licensure for hypnotherapists operating under the complementary and alternative health care provisions. However, practitioners who wish to register as Registered Psychotherapists must submit their educational qualifications to DORA and pass a jurisprudence exam covering Colorado state law and the mental health practice act with a minimum score of 80%. The Denver School of Hypnotherapy, which is approved by the Colorado Department of Higher Education Private Occupational School Board, offers tiered certification programs ranging from 150 classroom hours for Master Hypnotist to 500 total hours for Clinical Hypnotherapist certification. National certifying bodies such as the National Guild of Hypnotists typically require 100 to 200 hours of training for certification.
Q: Can hypnotherapists in Colorado work with children?
A: Hypnotherapists in Colorado can work with children, and many do so for issues such as bedwetting, nail biting, test anxiety, sports performance, and building self-esteem. When working with minors, hypnotherapists typically require written consent from a parent or legal guardian. Some practitioners have specialized training in pediatric hypnosis techniques. If a child has a diagnosed mental health condition, it is advisable to seek services from a licensed mental health professional who uses hypnosis within their scope of practice or to obtain a referral from the child’s physician or therapist to a consulting hypnotherapist. Always verify the practitioner’s experience and training in working with children before scheduling sessions.