Hypnosis for Fears and Phobias

One of the most well-documented uses of hypnosis is for fears and phobias.

Did you know that hypnosis is recognized by the American Psychological Institute as a proven treatment for fears and phobias? (APA.com). Research suggests that hypnosis can reprogram the brain’s negative associations to stimuli, helping sufferers regain control over scary situations (Abramowitz 2009).

Benefits

Using hypnosis for fears and phobias has many benefits, including:

  • Uses cutting-edge yet proven techniques such as neurolinguistic programming, guided imagery and systematic desensitization
  • Addresses fears and phobias at the root of the problem, creating brain changes that last after sessions end
  • Can improve overall mental/emotional wellbeing and restore balance to your life
  • Can rid the body of physical sensations of anxiety such as nausea, hives and chest pain
  • Includes training on self-hypnosis and deep breathing techniques to use in fear-inducing situations
  • Provides a natural alternative or complement to pharmaceutical anxiety solutions
  • Can create noticeable improvement after only a single session

Testimonials:

I heard about NoVA Hypnosis through my friend Michelle R, (who also wrote a review on Yelp.) I saw Michelle recently at a work conference, and she mentioned that she took  a new position within her company that required her to fly frequently. Knowing that Michelle had a extreme fear of flying I was surprised that she would accept a position that came with such travel commitments. When I questioned how she was going to handle all of the flying in her new job, to my astonishment, Michelle said “Oh I am a good flier now!”  and when I heartily laughed she said ” No, really, I am!”  Ok so knowing Michelle’s fear, I was completely intrigued about this new found confidence.  Then she told me about Ramzy and NoVA Hypnosis.

 I had the initial questions that probably everyone has who has NO CLUE what to expect from hypnosis other than what I had seen on TV.  (Seriously my first question to her was “Am I going to periodically and spontaneously cluck like a chicken or something when these sessions are over?” And “How does this work- do you go into a trance while on the plane?” She of course laughed hysterically and told me she would send me Ramzy’s contact info). Without hesitation, I can honestly say that one of the best decisions I have ever made in my life was to make that phone call to NOVA Hypnosis.

Over the last two years I have been doing much more air travel as my work position grew to include National Sales oversight. Just this past year I clocked over 30,000 air miles for work, but I noticed that as the time drew near for each flight, I was getting more and more anxiety both before and especially during the flight.  I came to feel powerless every time the flight encountered some turbulence, so much so that my head usually ended up plastered to the seat in front of me to steady myself during the bumps! I decided I really did not want to live under so much stress since so much of my time was on an airplane. So I booked a consultation with Ramzy and to my great relief, my life is now forever changed for the better! After 4 back to back sessions and the initial consultation, I am now “one of those people” who I used to marvel at on planes- you know the ones who are sleeping before take off and all the way through the flight! I am SO relaxed on flights now that I travel with my neck pillow because invariably I end up with my head so far back or to one side that my neck starts to hurt! Honestly, even though I am aware of turbulence, I am so relaxed that I can’t even bring my body to tighten up! AND for the first time in my history of flying (19 years,) During take off, I am completely relaxed- like just got out of a massage kind of relaxed!  Normally I would tighten every muscle in my body as the plane sped down the runway. 

There is so much more I could write; I could go on and on singing the praises of NoVA Hypnosis and Ramzy Ayachi and how much more peaceful and focused my life in ALL areas now is. Ramzy is extremely professional and is very well trained in his craft. I appreciate how prepared he was for our sessions and how much he truly cared about what I was going through. And he is definitely “the great encourager.” You will feel like you can conquer anything after sessions with him.  

 One point I wanted to make very clear. Ramzy and Monica and the staff at NoVA take what they do very seriously.  I am an educated, professional business woman who has spent most of my career at the top of my game.  Before meeting Ramzy and Monica I had the notion Hypnosis was superficial and mostly for TV purposes. I am a living testimony that Hypnosis is not just for Hippies in bare feet with flowers in their hair- not that there is anything wrong with that! 🙂  However, It is also for today’s professional person, athlete, parent, and for anyone who is looking to not only conquer fear, or unwanted  habits, but it’s also great for focus and self awareness.  If you are open, the possibilities are truly endless.  If my testimony helps just one person to call Nova Hypnosis and Wellness that is a success to me indeed.  Make that call- I promise, you will be so very glad you did!

For seventeen years, I have had an extreme fear of flying.  After my last flight, which was so bad that I vowed to never get on another plane again, I reached out to NoVA Hypnosis and Wellness to help me with my fear of flying.  I will admit that, initially, I wasn’t convinced that hypnosis would work for me.  After all, I have lived with this fear for half of my life and felt that nothing could help me become a calm flyer.  I met with Ramzy and he was beyond accommodating to my schedule.  I had a flight a week after my initial consultation, and Ramzy was kind enough to schedule me for three, back to back sessions, prior to my trip.  

The day I took my first flight after hypnosis, I was calm as could be.  Normally, I am having a panic attack two days before my trip, but to my surprise, I remained cool, calm, and collected as I drove to the airport and checked in.  This calmness continued as I waited to board the plane, and as we took off, I was relaxed and at peace. Who was this person I had become?!  I honestly could not believe it!  Hypnosis not only worked, but it REALLY WORKED!!!!!  My return trip home was just as smooth and I owe this success to Ramzy.  It is such a relief to no longer have this fear.  I fly a lot for work, and the stress and anxiety I used to feel was really taking a toll on my mental well-being.  Words cannot express how thankful I am for meeting Ramzy, as his expertise has been life changing.   Thank you from the bottom of my heart for helping me overcome this fear!

I rarely write reviews, but felt compelled to after my experience with NoVA Hypnosis & Wellness.  

I was so fortunate to connect with Ramzy Ayachi, and the 5 sessions that I had with him have completely changed my life for the better.  I contacted Ramzy to help solve a public speaking anxiety issue, but as we got to the root of why I had a high degree of insecurity he not only fixed the tactical issue with doing large speaking engagements, but also allowed me to better understand and connect to the core of my being.  It has opened up a new world to me in terms of what I am getting out of life and has driven me to become the best version of myself.  I feel I’m now able to meet any challenge and no longer have the limiting beliefs and emotional baggage that has held me back for decades.  

I would recommend Ramzy and NoVA Hypnosis to anyone that wants to get so much more out of life and better connect with themselves.  This is the best investment in myself that I have ever made.

Meet Your Providers:

RAMZY AYACHI, MBA, BCH, CI

CHIEF LEARNING OFFICER
Ramzy is a Board Certified Hypnotist and Certified Instructor, Master NLP Practitioner and Instructor, Certified Health Coach, CH-53E pilot, and retired Marine Corps officer.

Monica Marusceac, MBA, BCH

FOUNDER AND CEO
Monica is a Leadership Coach and Board Certified Hypnotist,  Marine Corps combat jet pilot, a Major in the United States Marine Corps Reserves, and a commercial pilot.

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