1. Hypnosis Counseling Center
Specialization: Smoking cessation, weight loss, stress management, anxiety reduction, phobia elimination, corporate wellness programs
Conditions Addressed: Smoking, overeating, high stress levels, anxiety, depression, substance concerns, poor concentration, decreased productivity, heart disease risk factors, sleep issues
Services Offered: Individual sessions, group settings, corporate programs, Zoom remote sessions worldwide, in-person sessions at multiple locations, Fortune 500 corporate consultations
Background: Barry Wolfson, M.S. has been practicing hypnotherapy for 37 years with success helping diverse clientele. The Hypnosis Counseling Center has worked as consultants for the State of New Jersey and has created tailor-made programs for Fortune 500 corporations. Barry has extensive experience addressing both behavioral and emotional problems through hypnosis.
Location: Offices in Flemington, Princeton, and Livingston, NJ (serving Newark, Jersey City, Morristown, Union, Somerville, New Brunswick, and Trenton)
Contact: (908) 303-7767 | [email protected] | https://hypnosiscounselingcenter.com
Session Info: Both private and group settings available. In-person sessions at three New Jersey locations or worldwide via Zoom. Free Zoom presentations offered periodically to demystify the hypnotic process.
2. Dr. Robert Galarowicz, Hypnosis Consultant
Specialization: Clinical hypnosis consultation, pediatric hypnosis, smoking cessation, weight loss, worry and stress relief, PTSD, fear and phobia elimination, sleep improvement, breakup recovery
Conditions Addressed: Smoking, weight issues, worry, breakups, PTSD, fears (public speaking, heights, trying new things, driving), sleep difficulties, stuck feelings
Services Offered: Individual sessions at office locations, phone and Skype sessions for remote clients, brainwave entrainment technology enhanced hypnosis, NLP sessions, biofeedback, EMDR, EFT (Emotional Freedom Tapping), guided imagery, meditation
Background: Dr. Robert Galarowicz (Dr. Robert or Dr. G) is a Naturopath and Clinical Hypnosis Consultant with more than 13 years of success helping adults and children. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and a Doctorate Degree in Naturopathy, along with multiple certifications as a HypnoCounselor, Certified Hypnotist, Certified Hypnosis Consultant, Certified Pediatric Hypnotist, and Certified Hypnosis Instructor. He is one of only approximately 1000 people nationwide able to certify others as hypnotists through the National Guild of Hypnotists. He is ranked by a large North American hypnosis referral network as one of their top 12 hypnosis professionals among 1500 members.
Location: Two office locations in New Jersey/New York area (accessible from Newark)
Contact: https://hypnosishypnotistnj.com
Session Info: Sessions available in-person at office locations or remotely via phone and Skype for clients anywhere in the USA. Uses brainwave entrainment technology to enhance hypnotic state.
3. New Jersey Family Hypnosis
Specialization: Smoking cessation with lifetime guarantee, weight management, stress and anxiety relief, confidence and self-esteem building, fears and phobias, sports hypnosis, grief and bereavement, forensic hypnosis
Conditions Addressed: Smoking, weight issues, stress, anxiety, confidence problems, self-esteem issues, fears, phobias, grief, sports performance, witness memory recall
Services Offered: Private one-session stop smoking program with lifetime guarantee, individual sessions, free consultations, video sessions
Background: Brian Eslick is a Board Certified Hypnotist recognized in his field who has hypnotized thousands of people. He operates New Jersey Family Hypnosis, which is a registered DBA of Brian Eslick Enterprises LLC. The practice focuses on subconscious issues and helping clients make lasting changes.
Location: New Jersey (serving Newark area)
Contact: https://www.newjerseyfamilyhypnosis.com
Session Info: Free consultation available directly with Brian Eslick. Private one-session stop smoking program includes a lifetime guarantee. Video sessions offered for convenience.
4. Tori Valspirit, Board Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist
Specialization: Advanced clinical and medical support hypnotherapy, empowerment coaching, transformation work, self-love and values clarification
Conditions Addressed: Self-worth issues, life transformation goals, health and wellness objectives, behavioral change, personal empowerment, mental and emotional wellness
Services Offered: Clinical hypnotherapy sessions, empowerment coaching, transformation programs
Background: Tori Valspirit is a Board Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist (Board Certification #F10319-600) with Advanced Clinical and Medical Support Hypnotherapy credentials. She is also a Teacher and Empowerment Coach. The practice reports a 93.4% success rate. Tori stands for helping clients love themselves, know their true values, expect the best in life, and achieve health, strength, and prosperity.
Location: New Jersey (accessible from Newark)
Contact: Psychology Today directory for New Jersey hypnotherapy
Session Info: Contact through professional directory for session scheduling and information about rates and programs.
5. Chris Pizzarello, Hypnotherapist and EFT Practitioner
Specialization: Hypnotherapy, EFT Tapping (Emotional Freedom Techniques), life transformation, anxiety reduction
Conditions Addressed: Anxiety, life challenges, stress, behavioral goals, personal transformation, emotional issues
Services Offered: Individual hypnotherapy sessions, EFT Tapping sessions, combined EFT and hypnosis protocols
Background: Chris Pizzarello is a graduate of the Hypnosis Motivational Institute, the only Certified College of Hypnotherapy in the United States. He is a member in good standing of the American Hypnosis Association and an Advanced Practitioner of EFT Tapping. Chris combines EFT and Hypnosis to help clients realize their goals.
Location: New Jersey (serving Newark and surrounding areas)
Contact: Bark.com directory for New Jersey hypnotherapy
Session Info: Contact for consultation and session scheduling. Uses combined EFT and hypnosis approach for comprehensive treatment.
Hypnosis Regulations in New Jersey
New Jersey has specific guidelines regarding the practice of hypnosis through the New Jersey Administrative Code Title 13, Law and Public Safety, Chapter 42, Board of Psychological Examiners.
Under N.J.A.C. 13:42-1.2, persons not requiring licensure are limited to persons engaged in the practice of “hypnocounseling” as well as those whose conduct and practice is exempt from licensure pursuant to the subchapter. This creates a specific exemption category for hypnosis practitioners.
No license is required in New Jersey for specific hypnosis practices including: altering habits such as smoking and weight management, increasing client motivation in employment, the workplace and in sports activities, and enhancing creative, artistic, and scholastic endeavors. All other hypnotherapy practices that fall under psychological services require appropriate licensure.
The hypnocounseling exemption under N.J.A.C. 13:42-1.2(b) allows hypnocounselors to practice without a license for non-medical purposes such as stress management, habit alteration, and motivation enhancement.
It is unclear whether the regulations should be interpreted to allow or not allow unlicensed hypnotists to work on issues related to medical or mental health disorders even if an appropriate referral has been obtained from a licensed doctor or licensed psychologist.
Practitioners must still operate within general business laws including truth in advertising and unfair business practices regulations. Hypnotists should not claim to diagnose or treat medical or psychological conditions unless they hold appropriate licenses.
Although the regulation refers to hypnotists and hypnotherapists as “hypnocounselors,” there is no requirement that practitioners use that specific title in their practices or advertising.
For therapeutic hypnosis addressing medical, dental, or mental health conditions, referral from a licensed healthcare professional is generally recommended. Unlicensed practitioners are advised not to use terms such as “heal,” “healing,” “cure,” “treat,” “diagnose,” or “therapy” in advertising.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What can hypnotists legally do in New Jersey without a license?
A: In New Jersey, hypnotists can practice without a license for specific non-therapeutic purposes including altering habits such as smoking cessation and weight management, increasing client motivation in employment and sports activities, enhancing creative and artistic endeavors, and improving scholastic performance. These activities fall under the “hypnocounseling” exemption in New Jersey Administrative Code 13:42-1.2(b). Hypnotists cannot diagnose or treat medical or psychological conditions and should not claim to provide therapy for mental health disorders unless they hold appropriate professional licenses.
Q: How do I verify a hypnotist’s credentials in New Jersey?
A: To verify a hypnotist’s credentials in New Jersey, ask the practitioner about their certifications and training. Contact certifying organizations directly such as the National Guild of Hypnotists (NGH), American Council of Hypnotist Examiners (ACHE), or American Hypnosis Association (AHA) to confirm membership status. For hypnotists who also hold mental health licenses, you can verify credentials through the New Jersey Board of Psychological Examiners or the appropriate state licensing board. The Clinical Hypnosis Society of New Jersey (CHSNJ) offers training standards and may be able to provide information about members who meet their standards.
Q: Is hypnotherapy covered by insurance in New Jersey?
A: Insurance coverage for hypnotherapy in New Jersey varies by insurance plan. Coverage is more likely when hypnotherapy is provided by a licensed healthcare professional such as a psychologist, licensed clinical social worker, or licensed professional counselor as part of a comprehensive treatment plan. Standalone hypnotherapy sessions from non-licensed hypnotists are typically not covered. Contact your specific insurance provider to inquire about coverage, in-network providers, and any requirements for pre-authorization or medical referrals.
Q: What is the difference between a hypnotist and hypnotherapist in New Jersey?
A: In New Jersey, the regulatory framework uses the term “hypnocounselor” for practitioners exempt from licensure requirements. Practically, “hypnotist” typically refers to someone who uses hypnosis for self-improvement and vocational purposes, while “hypnotherapist” often implies therapeutic application. Licensed mental health professionals who incorporate hypnosis into their practice may use the term “clinical hypnotherapist.” New Jersey does not require specific titles, but practitioners should accurately represent their credentials and scope of practice. Those without mental health licenses should avoid implying they provide psychological therapy.
Q: Are there local organizations for hypnosis professionals in New Jersey?
A: Yes, the Clinical Hypnosis Society of New Jersey (CHSNJ) provides standards of training and quality workshops in clinical hypnosis, including Basic/Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced Workshops. CHSNJ offers ASCH (American Society of Clinical Hypnosis) approved basic and intermediate trainings yearly and provides bi-monthly meetings for its multidisciplinary membership. These meetings offer opportunities for further development and refinement of clinical hypnosis skills. The organization awards continuing education credits for psychologists and NJ social workers. Professionals and students curious about hypnosis applications are welcome to attend their programs.