Grigore Counselling & Associates
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Trauma-Informed Clinical Hypnotherapy
Reduces Stress and Anxiety: Promotes relaxation and mental calmness.
Supports Behavioral Change: Helps overcome habits like smoking or overeating.
Manages Pain: Alleviates chronic pain by altering pain perception.
What is Clinical Hypnotherapy?
Clinical hypnotherapy is a therapeutic technique used by trained health professionals to help individuals engage their subconscious mind, fostering positive thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.
Unlike the misconceptions often associated with stage hypnosis, clinical hypnosis is a natural and adaptive state of focused relaxation, much like being engrossed in a movie or lost in thought. In this state, the mind is more receptive to positive suggestions, allowing for the replacement of maladaptive beliefs formed during early life or emotionally charged experiences.
By using techniques like guided imagery and controlled breathing, hypnotherapy reinforces healthier neural pathways, helping individuals manage challenges such as chronic pain, anxiety, and negative habits.
When practiced by qualified professionals, it is a safe and effective tool for personal growth, emotional healing, and achieving life goals.
Myths About Hypnosis
You Can Lose Your Mind
Unlike stage hypnosis, which involves pre-selected participants and is not genuine hypnosis, clinical hypnosis is a self-directed process where you remain in full control, with the clinician serving only as a guide.
The Hypnotherapist is in Control
Entering a hypnotic state is a personal choice, with the clinician guiding the process, but your autonomy and control are always fully preserved in this collaborative experience.
I'll Lose Control When I'm Hypnotized
Hypnosis is a collaborative process based on mutual consent, where the clinician has no magical power or control over your free will. You remain in charge, and entering a hypnotic state is entirely your choice—if you decide not to, it simply won’t happen.
I Can Get Stuck in Hypnosis
Hypnosis involves focused attention, and you control how deeply and how long you remain in a hypnotic state; it’s impossible to get “stuck,” as remaining in the state is a personal choice driven by comfort or the desire to continue the experience.
I'll Be Unconscious During Hypnosis
Hypnosis is not sleep; though it may appear similar with minimal physical activity, the individual remains mentally relaxed, conscious, and aware of their surroundings.
Only Some People Can Be Hypnotized
Hypnosis varies in responsiveness from low to high, with individuals experiencing a deep state of focused attention and inner absorption, similar to times when you've lost track of time during enjoyable activities.
I'll Forget Everything After Session
Most people remember what happens during hypnosis, though a small percentage may forget parts of the process; hypnosis is a tool used to help achieve specific goals.
With Hypnosis I'll Remember All of My Past
Hypnosis cannot accurately retrieve past events, as memories are subjective and prone to distortion, combining fragments or false recollections, making hypnotically retrieved memories no more reliable than those accessed through other means.
Clinical Hypnotherapy Can Help With...
Performance
Anxiety
General
Anxiety
Phobias
Depression
Sexual Abuse
Survivors
Trauma & PTSD
Smoking
Cessation
Alcoholism &
Addictions
Sleep Disorders
Eating Disorders
& Weight Loss
Chronic Illness
& Pain
Dental &
Other Medical
Procedures
Children &
Adolescents
Teens
ADHD &
Neurodivergence
Work Stress
Daily Stress
Cultural &
Racial Stress
Clinical Hypnosis Fast Facts
Pricing Options
We carefully hand-select and train our therapists to provide the highest level of evidence-based care for our clients.
Your wellbeing is our primary objective, so our goal is to help you reach your goal(s) as soon as possible.
We won’t keep you in treatment any longer than necessary.
Student therapist
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Supervised by Robert Grigore
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Extended Benefits Covers All
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Safe & Accepting Environment
Registered Therapist
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Supervised by Robert Grigore
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Extended Benefits Covers All
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Evidence-Based Treatments
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Specialized Training
Certified EMDR Therapist
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Supervised by Robert Grigore
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Extended Benefits Covers All or Part
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Specialized Certification in EMDR
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Fastest Results*
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No Homework
FAQ
Most frequent questions and answers
What is Trauma-Informed Yoga typically used for?
Trauma-informed yoga (TI-Yoga) is typically used to support individuals who have experienced trauma, helping them manage symptoms such as anxiety, PTSD, stress, depression, and emotional dysregulation. It provides a safe, compassionate environment that addresses physical and emotional challenges, promotes healing, and fosters a sense of safety, self-awareness, and resilience.
What are the advantages of TI-Yoga?
The advantages of trauma-informed yoga include:
- Safety and Empowerment: Creating a supportive environment where individuals feel safe to explore and heal from trauma.
- Emotional Regulation: Helping individuals manage emotions and reduce symptoms of anxiety, PTSD, and depression.
- Body Awareness: Encouraging greater awareness of bodily sensations and promoting a healthier relationship with the body.
- Resilience Building: Supporting individuals in building emotional resilience and coping strategies.
- Holistic Healing: Addressing both physical and psychological aspects of trauma in a comprehensive way.
- Reduction in Triggers: Offering personalized practices that minimize triggers and foster healing.
- Community and Connection: Providing a space for connection and shared understanding with others who have experienced similar challenges.
Are sessions virtual or in-person?
Most of our sessions are virtual, however some of our Associates may elect to offer in-person sessions, so it’s important to check!
While offering virtual sessions nearly exclusively may seem unorthodox, during the COVID-19 pandemic lock-down, the healthcare industry discovered virtual sessions were superior in many ways to in-person sessions.
Some reasons for this are: allowing clients to meet in the comfort of their home or office, allowed clients to reach a new level of authenticity by not needing to get “dressed up for the world;” and not needing to account for travel time was greatly appreciated by most of our clients who have busy schedules. Furthermore, virtual sessions require the therapist to attune much more deeply to their client, and having a therapist who is even more deeply attuned to their client, can only benefit treatment.
What sets TI-Yoga apart from traditional yoga?
How will I know therapy works for me?
You’ll know therapy is working when you notice positive changes, such as improved coping skills, better relationships, reduced symptoms, and increased self-awareness. Additionally, if you feel heard, supported, and confident in applying what you’ve learned outside of sessions, therapy is likely making a difference.
Are there side effects of therapy?
While therapy itself doesn’t typically have physical side effects, emotional discomfort can arise as you work through challenging issues. However, most people experience relief, growth, and improved well-being over time.
Can I be on medication while undergoing TI-Yoga?
How do I choose what type of therapy is best for me?
Some individuals have been referred for a specific form of treatment by their doctor or other health professional, however, many individuals who begin working with us aren’t sure which type of treatment they need.
That’s OK! Most of our therapists are skilled in multiple therapeutic modalities, and they will select the most appropriate approach to ensure you receive the best treatment to reach your goals as fast as possible.
We encourage you to discuss your goals and ask any questions you have during your free consultation!
Will my insurance cover any costs?
What is the difference between a Psychiatrist, Psychologist, Psychotherapist, Clinical Counsellor, Social Worker?
It’s confusing isn’t it? Let’s bring some clarity here.
Psychiatrists are medical doctors (MD’s) with a focus on mental health. They can formally diagnose and prescribe medications.
Psychologists are “doctors of psychology” but are not medical doctors. They have a PhD. They are allowed to diagnose mental health conditions, conduct psychological assessments, but cannot prescribe medications.
Psychotherapists and Clinical Counsellors are interchangeable designations where each province will have certain protected rights to use a particular designation. For example, in British Columbia, we are called either Registered Clinical Counsellors or Certified Clinical Counsellors; in Ontario the term used is Registered Psychotherapist. Counsellors/Psychotherapists (whichever term is used) generally have a MA level degree, are able to conduct psychological /counselling services but are not able to formally diagnose, assess, or prescribe medication.
Social Workers are able to conduct counselling sessions and are governed by the College of Social Workers. They may also belong to other professional associations and conduct therapy/counselling/psychotherapy within those guidelines.
Social workers most often have a MA level degree, and like Clinical Counsellors/Psychotherapists, cannot formally diagnose, assess, or prescribe medication.
Hope that helps!
