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Self hypnosis and hypnotherapy

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Are you feeling anxious, having panic attacks or struggling with a phobia?

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Do you want to lose weight but are having trouble with the challenges of effective weight loss?  Or do you want to stop smoking?  Have you been using Chantix?

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Have you suffered chronic pain from such conditions as fibromyalgia, lupus and lower back pain?   Read about Dr. Colt below.

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Consumer Reports On Health says:

"Recent clinical studies suggest that hypnosis--a form of deeply imagining desired results--can indeed help motivated people accomplish...goals."  --  February 2004

"Hypnotism may help you lose twice as much weight.  In a recent study, hypnotized patients lost more than double the amount of weight that patients lost in a weight-loss program without a hypnosis component."   This is but an example of the transformational power of self hypnosis techniques.

Frequently asked questions about hypnosis   Research on clinical hypnosis

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Dr. Marshall Colt, in private practice since 1994, is a member of the American Society of Clinical Hypnosis, the largest U.S. organization for health and mental health care professionals using clinical self hypnosis.  He is licensed in California, Colorado and Florida.  ASCH is unique among organizations as it is only for doctoral and master's prepared professionals using clinical self hypnosis.   Dr. Colt has also received advanced training in pain management and behavioral medicine.  His doctorate concentrated in health psychology and he offers expert individual clinical hypnotherapy to adults and adolescents in the San Diego area dealing with problems (such as weight loss, anxiety/panic attacks, phobias, pain management, sexual dysfunction, social anxiety, stress, smoking cessation, etc.) that adversely affect their lives and happiness.  Simply click hypnosis for your complimentary, , confidential, phone consultation...no risk, no obligation.

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Teaching self-hypnosis in San Diego:

All hypnosis is self-hypnosis.  It is not something Dr. Colt does to his clients.  He teaches them the transformational power of self hypnosis techniques to help them harness the power of their own unconscious minds.  Additionally, he uses cognitive-behavioral therapy to help you eliminate the blockades to your goals.  Please read below what Dr. Colt's clients have had to say about this way of doing hypnotherapy.

Frequently, the objective, skilled assistance of an experienced, mental health professional, like Dr. Colt, is all that's needed to help you advance through life's challenges.  There CAN be light at the end of the tunnel, but the first step is up to you.  Simply click self hypnosis for your complimentary, phone consultation...no risk, no obligation.   Let self hypnosis unleash your true potential.

Stop smoking programs:

For those who want to stop smoking, IRS Publication 502 states, "You can include in medical expenses amounts you pay for a program to stop smoking.  However, you cannot include in medical expenses amounts you pay for drugs that do not require a prescription, such as nicotine gum or patches, that are designed to help stop smoking."   The government wants to help you counteract the effects of smoking and learn to quit smoking.

Weight loss programs:

For those interested in weight loss , IRS Publication 502 states, "You can include in medical expenses amounts you pay to lose weight if it is a treatment for a specific disease diagnosed by a physician (such as obesity, hypertension, or heart disease)."   The government wants

Note:  We do not employ clinical hypnosis to "recover" repressed memories.

WHAT TO EXPECT FROM ETHICAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

Various professional organizations follow the general principal that hypnotists should use hypnosis only in the areas of their competence, and in their own particular field of education and training (psychology, dentistry, medicine, social work, marriage and family therapy, nursing). That is, a psychologist must meet the ethical standards of the psychological association as well as standards of care required by the state or province psychology licensing board; a dentist should meet the standards of the dental association and dental licensing board; people in other professions should meet the standards of both their professional organization and their state or province licensing board. Obviously, if a person is not licensed for professional practice in one of the health care professions, they do not meet these standards.

According to the American Psychological Association Division of Psychological Hypnosis,

"Hypnosis is not a type of therapy, like psychoanalysis or behavior therapy. Instead, it is a procedure that can be used to facilitate therapy. Because it is not a treatment in and of itself, training in hypnosis is not sufficient for the conduct of therapy. Clinical hypnosis should be used only by properly trained and credentialed health care professionals . . . who have also been trained in the clinical use of hypnosis and are working within the areas of their professional expertise." (Executive Committee of the American Psychological Association Division of Psychological Hypnosis [1993, Fall]. Psychological Hypnosis: A Bulletin of Division 30, 2, p. 7.)

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Dr. Colt's clients have had this to say about the transformational power of self hypnosis techniques :

" Yes, the mind is powerful.  I've decided to stop the Percoset.  Thanks for all your help."  -- M.J.

"Hi Dr. Colt - as of tomorrow it will be one month since my last visit with you. I purposely waited this long to report back to you on how well I've done.  I have made tremendous progress.  I still can't believe how my life has changed.  Here goes.... To date I have lost 8 lbs. - I tried on a skirt today that I haven't been able to wear since 2003.  I am still going to Curves 5-6 days a week religiously. Eating hasn't been a problem at all. I'm doing exactly what you told me to do. I last saw you on 2/1. On 2/6 - I worked in my office at home. I took all the papers that I had on the desk and put them in a pile on a TV tray out of the way. I cleaned and organized the rest of my office, putting up pictures, etc.  It now looks like an organized office.  My next step is to clean out the closet in the guest bedroom. Then I am going to go to the closet in the living room and clean it out. I still have clothes in these closets from when my house burned and they brought them back. They have been there ever since (1998). On 2/10, I tackled the papers that I had put in the pile. Everything has been filed.  Now when I get my mail I immediately take it up to my desk and file it away.  On 2/11, I refinanced my house combining my second mortgage - I went from a 7.25% to 5.75%,  saving myself $200 per month. In addition, I contacted my insurance company on my homeowners insurance, the adjustments I made saved me $300  per year.  Please know that I've wanted to refinance but every time I checked into it I'm told "no it can't be done" or I've got the best deal that I'm going to get. So I literally gave up. Plus I was comfortable. On 2/12 & 2/13,  I racked in my yard.  This is something that was always hard for me to do. I still have a couple of piles to bag up but overall a huge improvement. On 2/19, I switched Tree Service Companies. I've had the same company for over 12 yrs. When I got my contract for 2005 the cost was through the roof in excess of $2,000..  I checked around and got another company to do the same things for a lot cheaper. Saving around $1,300. 2/25 - I had a date. 2/26 - I had a date. I haven't been emotional at all until 2/14 - Valentines Day. It just got to me when I had no one in my life. I got through it though. I've been listening to the tape 2-4 times a week.  I have not cried or gotten emotional when I go to my favorite place. Liquor consumption is at about half of what I was drinking before. Other than 2/14 I haven't been emotional at all. The thoughts that have plagued me for many many years are gone.  I was always pretty confident before but now....my confidence is like at 300%+.  I'm even thinking of changing jobs or doing things that would enhance my current job. I feel different and can't explain why. I'd say I've done really really well. I just can't believe the things I've done.  I owe it all to you Dr. Colt.  I had a feeling it was fate when I met you. You have literally saved my life and I cannot thank you enough.  Keep up the good work!!! Thank you! Kathy"

"Hi Dr. Colt, {Name] here.  I just wanted to drop you a line and let you know how things are going.  I've really seen a difference in my life since our sessions.  I feel I have really gotten control over my emotions as well as my outlook on things in general.  I doubt in your field you get enough positive response, so let me say how wonderful it was to work with you and how big of an impact you made on my life.  You have a very warm and sincere manner that made me feel very comfortable your call.  Occasionally people find the perfect avenue for their skills.  You have done that indeed.  I hope one day our paths cross again.  Who knows, may I'll run into you in San Francisco.  Take care and the best to you and your family.  Deepest Regards, [Name]"

"...the best money I've ever spent.  I mean that." -- P.S.

"I don't know what's happening, but I just don't want to eat sugar anymore." -- W.J.

"Hi Dr. Colt, The trip went amazingly well. Much to my surprise. Take off and landing, I had a bit of anxiety but... it was like a huge weight was lifted off my shoulders and I was completely relaxed the rest of the flight. I didn't feel much stress during turbulence, which was shocking as well! I can't thank you enough, I was so worried... but the skills you've taught me has changed everything! I told my husband to start planning our next trip!  Thanks Again," -- L.A., Boulder

"Every time...a little part inside of me is healing." -- R.C.

"...was impressed at breadth and depth of experience." -- P.F.

"I've been in counseling several times before.  This is the first time I feel there're changes taking place.  Before I felt like I was just putting band-aids on.  Life is 100% better that it was 3 months ago.  Being alone is okay again.  When you first told me about this process, I thought you were nuts.  Now I find myself having a lot more peace.  Thank you, Marshall"  --  H.P.

"Of all the mediocre, and less than mediocre, therapists I've seen, and I'm not patronizing you, Marshall, you're the best therapist I've ever had." -- W.K.

" Thanks for your help, I feel much better about myself already." -- T.C.

"I was impressed with your straightforward, fair, no nonsense approach.  I even told my friends, 'This guy is good.'" -- D.R.

"Thanks for meeting with me on such short notice.  I felt really great after leaving your office Wednesday night and have been feeling great ever since." -- M.B.

"I feel that it really helps me when I see you and I do not want to wait 10 days in between appointments if I do not have to." -- T.R.

"I walked in [your office] last night feeling confused and uncertain.  I left feeling like I had my direction back a bit (at least a game plan).  Thank you for that.  I will let you know if I should need a "tune-up" at some point.  But I want you to know that having someone you can go to in times of difficulty is a valuable thing indeed.  So thank you for that as well."  -- E.C.

"Dr. Colt - Hi, I just wanted to say thank you for our counseling session last night.  I think you did a great job, and I feel like you can really help me.  I was definitely tense and nervous, as I've never done this before, but I want you to know that I do feel like I can trust you, and that I think that I can become very comfortable with you.  You were right when you said that it would be hard, but I know that it won't get better without going through the hard stuff first.  I look forward to our next session....  Thanks again." -- S.K.

"You were fantastic.  I had quite a bit to think about after talking to you and I greatly appreciate you taking your time and sharing your expertise with me." -- V.A.

"Hi Marshall: The other night you thanked me for being patient.  Well, I just wanted to thank you for everything you're doing.  [Name] seems to be doing much better.  She seems happier than I have known her to be in a very long time.  She seems hopeful and optimistic.  She really feels like she is making progress with you specifically and her life in general.  So 'Thank You' with all my heart for helping my lady." -- B.E.

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If you are in the San Diego area, click hypnosis instructions for your complimentary, phone consultation to discuss your individual challenges with Dr. Colt and learn how he may be able to help you.   Learn the advantages and disadvantage of hypnotherapy.  All phone conversations are strictly confidential.   Let self hypnosis unleash your true potential.

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Hypnosis resources:

The Mayo Clinic on Hypnosis | National Suicide Hotline: 1.800.784.2433 | Rape Crisis 24-Hour Hotline: 1.888.DVLINKS (385.4657) | National Domestic Violence 24-Hour Hotline: 1.800.799.7233

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