A Little Hypnosis, LLC was started in 2022 by two hypnotherapists in the kink community. At our core, we are a happily married couple who specialize in kink-aware hypnotherapy. This started as a small service offered on a hidden page of our private practice hypnotherapy clinic, that soon became our main source of clientele. Realizing that the need for kink-aware hypnotherapy was much greater than anticipated, we decided to work together to create a space where hypnosis could help others in the kink community at-large.
Everything started with helping our kinky community engage in their Little Space and Diapers, as we are members of the AB/DL community. What we found is that the need went far beyond our friends that had issues being able to wet in a diaper or really feel the age they wished to be in a scene or life in general. From there, we talked with more and more individuals that needed help with their sexual issues, past trauma, and so much more. After talking about branching our kink related services out more, we finally decided to start a separate practice to cater to the needs of the whole kink community.
We are a gay couple, but we are more than capable and willing to work with anyone and everyone who has need! You’ll notice in our services that we don’t just work with you on kink needs – but we want to help everyone with the issues that are having an effect on them. So, we can certainly help you in your personal kink journey, but it doesn’t stop there. We can work with you on stress management, traumatic childhood issues, weight management, grief, and so much more.
We are both so excited to serve our community with these life-changing services,
Jayson & Kenneth
Hypnosis is often misunderstood. Many people picture it as a stage act or imagine someone waving a pocket watch and telling you, “You’re getting sleepy.” Popular culture has turned a valid, scientific practice into either a joke or something to fear, leading many to avoid it altogether.
In reality, hypnosis is a trance-like mental state where people experience heightened attention, concentration, and suggestibility. While it’s often described as sleep-like, a more accurate description would be a state of focused attention, heightened suggestibility, and vivid imagination. Though people in a hypnotic state might appear zoned out, they are actually in a state of hyper-awareness.
The origins of hypnosis are ancient, as it has been practiced in various forms throughout recorded history. The study of hypnosis is well-documented, with pioneers like Dr. James Braid, Franz Anton Mesmer, Dave Elman, and Milton Erickson playing key roles in shaping modern hypnotherapy.
At its core, all hypnosis is self-hypnosis. Whether guided by a hypnotist, working with a hypnotherapist, or practicing self-hypnosis techniques, it’s your brain doing the work!
Hypnotherapy is a specialized form of hypnosis that applies these principles to bring about positive change. It’s used for everything from trauma relief and mood stabilization to habit control, helping people become their best selves.
The term “hypnotherapy” is a bit of a hot topic these days. While hypnosis is widely accepted by medical and mental health professionals, hypnotherapy is not classified as psychotherapy. A hypnotherapist focuses on the unconscious mind, while psychotherapy relies on evidence-based medical and mental health treatments. Hypnotherapy uses scientifically proven methods of coaching and self-hypnosis to create change.
For legal reasons, hypnotherapy is sometimes simply referred to as hypnosis. While some hypnotherapists are also medical doctors, psychotherapists, or social workers, this isn’t the case for most in the profession. It’s important to note that hypnotherapy is not designed to treat, diagnose, or cure any medical or mental health conditions.
So, what’s the difference between a hypnotist and a hypnotherapist? There’s no formal training required to become a hypnotist—the term applies to anyone who uses hypnosis to induce a trance. On the other hand, a hypnotherapist undergoes formal training in therapeutic hypnosis, often accumulating over 200 hours of practice!
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In reality, the majority of people can be hypnotized. Hypnosis is a natural state of focused attention and heightened receptivity to suggestions, which most individuals experience in their daily lives—such as becoming deeply absorbed in a book or movie. While some may enter this state more easily than others, effective hypnosis is about finding the right approach that aligns with the individual’s unique mindset. With the proper techniques, most people can experience the benefits of hypnosis.
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Hypnosis is not mind control; rather, it’s a collaborative process where the individual remains fully aware and in control of their actions. During hypnosis, a person is guided into a state of focused attention and relaxation, which allows them to access their unconscious mind more effectively. However, they retain the ability to accept or reject any suggestions made during the session. Hypnosis facilitates therapeutic change by empowering individuals to harness their inner resources, not by overriding their will.
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It’s not possible to get stuck in hypnosis. Hypnosis is a natural state, much like daydreaming or deep concentration, and you can naturally exit it at any time. Even if a hypnotherapist were to stop guiding the session, the person would either return to full awareness on their own or drift into a restful sleep before naturally waking up. The mind remains fully capable of regaining full alertness whenever necessary.
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Hypnosis doesn’t compel you to reveal anything you wouldn’t want to share. While hypnosis can help individuals access their unconscious mind, it doesn’t override personal boundaries or control behavior. You retain full control over what you say and can choose to share—or not share—whatever you wish. Additionally, just like in a fully alert state, you are still capable of being selective with the truth, though the goal of hypnotherapy is to foster openness and honesty for therapeutic benefit.
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Hypnosis is a genuine and well-documented psychological phenomenon. It’s a state of focused attention and heightened suggestibility, validated by extensive research and clinical practice. Brain imaging studies have even shown distinct patterns of brain activity during hypnosis that differ from those in a fully awake state. While it may look unusual from the outside, the experiences and responses during hypnosis are real and can lead to meaningful therapeutic outcomes. The idea of “faking it” simply doesn’t hold up against the evidence.
Famously, Dr. James Esdaile would perform surgeries while the patient was under hypnosis. He saw better outcomes, lower pain and faster recovery while the patient was in trance!
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Hypnosis is a legitimate therapeutic tool grounded in scientific research, not a mystical or metaphysical practice. It has been effectively used in clinical settings to address a wide range of issues, from pain management and stress reduction to treating anxiety, phobias, and even supporting behavior change like smoking cessation. By accessing the unconscious mind, hypnosis can help individuals reframe thoughts, manage symptoms, and achieve personal goals, all within the framework of evidence-based practice.
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Hypnosis is not about strength or weakness of mind. In fact, individuals with strong focus and imagination often respond very well to hypnosis. It’s a skill that can be developed, and it works by engaging the person’s ability to concentrate and be open to positive change.
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When conducted by a trained and qualified professional, hypnosis is safe and poses no harm to the mind. It’s a therapeutic technique that has been used for decades with a strong track record of safety and effectiveness.
