1. Andrews Hypnosis and Coaching (Dr. Eugenia Andrews, PhD, CH, CI)
Specialization: Clinical hypnotherapy, life success coaching, Virtual Gastric Band hypnosis, weight management, smoking cessation, anxiety and depression support, chronic pain management, EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique)
Conditions Addressed: Weight issues, smoking, fears, phobias, anxiety, depression, chronic pain, stress, emotional blocks, performance issues, motivation challenges
Services Offered: Individual clinical hypnotherapy sessions, Virtual Gastric Band program, life success coaching, EFT, hypnosis instruction, in-person sessions at Fort Worth and Southlake offices, remote sessions
Background: Dr. Eugenia Andrews is a Board Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist, Certified Hypnosis Instructor, and Life Success Coach with 35 years of experience helping clients achieve optimal emotional, mental, and physical health. She previously worked as a psychotherapist at psychiatric hospitals in Tarrant County and Europe. Since 2003, she has worked exclusively as a clinical hypnotherapist and life coach.
Location: Fort Worth Office: 1814 8th Avenue, Suite A, Fort Worth, TX 76110; Southlake Office: 250 W. Southlake Blvd, Suite 117, Southlake, TX 76092
Contact: (817) 894-3739 | (817) 659-2434 | [email protected] | https://www.drandrewswellness.com
Session Info: Services provided in person in Fort Worth, Dallas, Southlake, Grapevine, Colleyville, Hurst, Mid-Cities, Keller, Cleburne, Denton, Weatherford areas, plus remote sessions. Virtual Gastric Band described as the only non-surgical weight loss treatment of its kind. Contact for consultation and pricing.
2. Evolve Hypnosis Center
Specialization: Smoking cessation, stress-related anxiety, fears and phobias, motivation enhancement, behavioral modification, comprehensive hypnosis services
Conditions Addressed: Smoking, stress, anxiety, fears, phobias, motivation issues, unwanted habits, behavioral challenges
Services Offered: Individual hypnosis sessions, adult and children’s appointments, customized hypnosis programs, consultation services
Background: Evolve Hypnosis Center brings 30 years of hypnosis experience, serving Fort Worth for over 10 years. Member of the Fort Worth Better Business Bureau. Consistently maintains high ratings and reviews as a hypnosis center in the Dallas-Fort Worth area.
Location: 801 W Shaw St, Room 209, Fort Worth, TX 76110
Contact: (817) 600-9351 | https://www.yelp.com/biz/evolve-hypnosis-center-fort-worth
Session Info: Monday through Friday 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Saturday 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, closed Sunday. By appointment only. Pricing: 2 sessions $290, 4 sessions $550, typically scheduled one week apart. Serves adults and children.
3. Fort Worth Master Hypnosis Center (Sid Acker, BCCH, CHI)
Specialization: Child and youth hypnosis, sports performance “Focus Factor,” anger management, Virtual Gastric Band weight management, smoking cessation, personal relationships, medical and pain management
Conditions Addressed: Smoking, weight issues, stress, anger, fears, anxiety, pain, performance issues, relationship challenges, youth behavioral issues
Services Offered: Individual sessions, youth sports performance hypnosis, anger management programs, Virtual Gastric Band hypnosis, corporate seminars, Skype and phone sessions for remote clients
Background: Sid Acker is a Board Certified Clinical Hypnotist (BCCH) and Certified Hypnosis Instructor (CHI) with over 40 years of experience helping clients realize their potential. Specializes in youth applications including sports performance and fear-related issues. Virtual Gastric Band program endorsed by Dr. Oz and featured on 60 Minutes.
Location: 4275 Little Road, Suite 205-15, Arlington, TX 76016 (Exit Green Oaks Blvd from I-20, north on Green Oaks, turn on Little Road)
Contact: (214) 724-9554 | https://www.fortworthmasterhypnosis.com
Session Info: Monday 9 AM-6 PM, Tuesday 1 PM-6 PM, Wednesday-Thursday 9 AM-6 PM, Friday 1 PM-6 PM, Saturday 10 AM-4 PM, Sunday 1 PM-4 PM. Services available locally in Fort Worth area and across the nation via Skype and phone. Contact for pricing information.
4. Archway Hypnosis (Barbara Ross, CCHt)
Specialization: Addiction therapy, Ericksonian hypnosis techniques, forensic hypnosis, advanced pain control, sexual dysfunction, grief and bereavement, hypnosis for children
Conditions Addressed: Addictions, chronic pain, grief, bereavement, anxiety, stress, fears, phobias, sexual dysfunction, behavioral challenges, childhood issues
Services Offered: Individual hypnotherapy sessions, specialized addiction hypnotherapy, grief counseling integration, children’s hypnosis, comprehensive clinical hypnotherapy
Background: Barbara Ross is a Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist in private practice in Corinth and Denton, Texas since 2005. She is a member of the American Council of Hypnotist Examiners (ACHE). She completed 500 hours of extensive hypnosis training including specialized certifications in Addiction Therapy, Ericksonian Hypnosis Techniques, Forensic Hypnosis, Advanced Pain Control, Sexual Dysfunction, Grief and Bereavement, and Hypnosis for Children. Originally from the United Kingdom, she has lived in the Dallas-Fort Worth area since 1995.
Location: Corinth and Denton, TX (serving Fort Worth and North DFW areas)
Contact: Via website | https://www.archwayhypnosis.com
Session Info: Private practice serving North Dallas-Fort Worth area including Corinth, Denton, and surrounding communities. Known for her soothing British accent. Contact for consultation and appointment scheduling.
5. Dr. Joy Roberts – Clinical Hypnosis Fort Worth
Specialization: Clinical hypnosis integrated with psychology practice, anxiety treatment, stress management, CBIT for Tourette’s Syndrome, meditation and biofeedback, mindfulness-based stress reduction
Conditions Addressed: Anxiety, stress, hot flashes, headaches, insomnia, IBS, smoking, tics/Tourette’s Syndrome, confidence issues, relationship difficulties
Services Offered: Clinical hypnosis sessions, certified self-hypnosis skills program, meditation training, biofeedback, mindfulness-based stress reduction, CBIT (Comprehensive Behavioral Intervention for Tics)
Background: Dr. Roberts has 37 years of clinical hypnosis experience, 38 years of meditation and biofeedback experience, and 25 years of mindfulness-based stress reduction and meditation practice. Certified in CBIT for Tourette’s Syndrome for 6 years. Fully trained in clinical hypnosis with extensive integration of multiple therapeutic modalities.
Location: Fort Worth, TX area (contact for specific address)
Contact: Via Psychology Today or TherapyTribe listings
Session Info: Certified Self-Hypnosis Skills Program teaches clients to identify hidden emotional barriers, define irrational unconscious beliefs, acquire skills to change beliefs, resolve fear, guilt, anger, anxiety and blame, and create powerful insight. Contact for consultation and pricing information.
Hypnosis Regulations in Texas
Texas does not have mandatory registration or specific licensing requirements for hypnotists or hypnotherapists. The state does lay out certain regulations and guidelines for the practice of hypnotism, though these primarily affect how hypnosis intersects with licensed healthcare professions.
Under Texas Occupations Code Section 501.003, the practice of psychology includes “hypnosis for health care purposes and hypnotherapy.” However, this law functions as a “Titling Act” that outlines what licensed psychologists can do rather than prohibiting others from using hypnosis for non-therapeutic purposes.
Texas Administrative Code Section 465.5 states that hypnosis and hypnotherapy when performed by a licensed psychologist are subject to Board Rules. Additionally, certification is required for “investigative hypnosis proficiency” under 37 Texas Administrative Code Section 221.7, which applies to certain law enforcement officials.
A 1995 Attorney General Opinion (DM-321) stated that a person who practices psychotherapy, hypnosis for health care purposes, hypnotherapy, or biofeedback for compensation without a license under the Psychologists’ Certification and Licensing Act violates that act unless the practice falls within one of the exceptions. However, this opinion predates subsequent legislative changes, and many unlicensed hypnotists continue to practice in Texas without legal consequence.
The state requires the following disclosure for hypnotists: “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.” Under Texas state law, a hypnotist may not provide therapy, make medical diagnoses, or recommend discontinuance of medically prescribed treatments.
Many hypnotists in Texas practice for non-therapeutic applications including motivation, habit modification, stress reduction, and self-improvement without issues. The key is to avoid claiming to treat medical or psychological conditions and to clearly communicate the non-therapeutic nature of services to clients.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does Texas require a license to practice hypnosis?
A: Texas does not have mandatory licensing or registration specifically for hypnotists. However, hypnosis for healthcare purposes falls under the regulation of the Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychologists when performed by licensed psychologists. Unlicensed practitioners can offer hypnosis for non-therapeutic purposes such as motivation, habit change, stress reduction, and self-improvement. Texas law requires hypnotists to provide a disclosure stating that the state has not adopted educational or training standards for hypnotism, and practitioners cannot provide therapy, diagnose medical conditions, or recommend discontinuance of prescribed treatments.
Q: How can I verify a Fort Worth hypnotist’s credentials?
A: Since Texas does not license hypnotists, verification involves checking certification credentials through issuing organizations. For ACHE (American Council of Hypnotist Examiners) members, verify at hypnotistexaminers.org. For NGH (National Guild of Hypnotists) certification, check at ngh.net. For NBCCH (National Board for Certified Clinical Hypnotherapists) credentials, contact them directly. If the practitioner is also a licensed psychologist or mental health professional, verify through the Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychologists at tsbep.state.tx.us or the Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council. Ask practitioners to explain their training hours, certification organization requirements, and years of experience.
Q: Is hypnosis covered by insurance in Texas?
A: Hypnosis from non-licensed practitioners is typically not covered by health insurance in Texas. When hypnosis is provided by licensed mental health professionals (psychologists, LPCs, LMFTs) as part of treatment, it may be covered under mental health benefits depending on your specific plan and diagnosis. Contact your insurance provider to verify behavioral health coverage. HSA and FSA accounts may allow reimbursement for hypnotherapy expenses. Many Fort Worth hypnotists offer package pricing and payment plans as alternatives to insurance.
Q: What disclosure must Texas hypnotists provide to clients?
A: Texas hypnotists should provide disclosure stating: “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, practitioners should clarify that they do not provide therapy, diagnose medical conditions, or recommend changes to medically prescribed treatments. Reputable hypnotists will explain their qualifications, training, and the scope of their services during initial consultation. Non-therapeutic services should be clearly described as such.
Q: What is the difference between a consulting hypnotist and a clinical hypnotherapist in Texas?
A: In Texas, a consulting hypnotist typically provides non-therapeutic services for motivation, habit modification, stress reduction, confidence building, and general self-improvement without claiming to treat medical or psychological conditions. A clinical hypnotherapist often has more extensive training and may have additional credentials in healthcare fields. Some practitioners use the term “clinical” to indicate advanced training rather than licensed healthcare practice. Under Texas law, unless a practitioner is a licensed psychologist or other healthcare professional, they should not claim to provide therapy or treat health conditions. When seeking help for diagnosed medical or mental health conditions, consider practitioners who are licensed healthcare professionals or who work under referral from your healthcare providers.