Hypnotherapy At Our San Diego Treatment Center
Element Q offers hypnotherapy as part of our LGBTQIA+ treatment programs in San Diego. It’s one of several holistic healing modalities available to clients alongside individual and group therapy, and like everything in treatment here, it’s included based on what fits your individual plan.
All holistic treatments at Element Q are included in your overall treatment program, never billed separately as an additional fee.
Who Hypnotherapy Can Help
Hypnotherapy can be helpful for people who understand their patterns but still feel stuck in them. It may be a good fit if you’re dealing with:
- Anxiety that feels hard to talk yourself down from
- Stress or tension you carry in your body
- Cravings or urges that feel automatic
- Overthinking that makes it hard to rest or focus
- Old beliefs about yourself, often tied to family, religion, or identity
Participation is never required, and your treatment team can help support you in what holistic options might work best for you.
What Does a Hypnotherapy Session Involve?
Hypnotherapy usually involves being guided into a relaxed, focused state. Many people describe it as deep concentration. You stay aware of your surroundings and in control the whole time.
At Element Q, hypnotherapy is led by Julia Balto, MSc, NBC-HWC, a certified clinical hypnotist with training in somatic and trauma-informed care. Sessions are scheduled as part of your PHP or IOP schedule, so they fit alongside group and individual sessions on-site at our center.
Insurance and Paying for Treatment
Hypnotherapy is included in your treatment program at Element Q, so it isn’t billed separately. PHP and IOP are often covered by insurance, though coverage depends on your plan. Our admissions team can help check your benefits before you begin treatment, so you know what to expect.
Does Hypnotherapy Work?
Research supports hypnotherapy as a treatment for anxiety. A 2019 meta-analysis in the International Journal of Clinical and Experimental Hypnosis found that people who received hypnosis improved more than about 79% of people in control groups, and those improvements held at follow-up [1].
At Element Q, hypnotherapy is used alongside evidence-based therapy as one part of a broader treatment plan.
Embrace Your Truth, Find Your Folx
You deserve care that is as unique as you are. If you’re curious about hypnotherapy or wondering whether Element Q is the right fit, we’d love to hear from you. Our admissions team can answer your questions and help you figure out next steps, with no pressure.
“Inclusive and identity-based healthcare is a right, not a privilege.”
Frequently Asked Questions
Will insurance pay for hypnotherapy?
Hypnotherapy is included in our PHP and IOP programs and isn’t billed separately. PHP and IOP are often covered by insurance, though coverage varies by plan. To check your benefits, call our admissions team at 858-422-1860.
How much does a hypnotherapy session cost?
There is no per-session cost at Element Q, since hypnotherapy is built into our programs.
How effective is hypnotherapy?
Research supports clinical hypnosis for anxiety, stress, and some pain conditions, and many clients notice shifts within a few sessions. We use holistic treatments like hypnosis alongside evidence-based therapies for a mind, body, and spirit approach to healing.
Is EMDR better than hypnosis?
EMDR and hypnosis are different tools that serve different purposes. Element Q offers both, and your treatment team can help you decide which fits your goals, or whether both would be helpful for you.
What if I don’t want to do hypnosis?
Hypnosis is an option, not a requirement at Element Q. If it’s something you’re interested in, your treatment team can work with you to determine the best plan for your unique situation.
Sources
[1] Valentine, K. E., Milling, L. S., Clark, L. J., & Moriarty, C. L. (2019). The efficacy of hypnosis as a treatment for anxiety: A meta-analysis. International Journal of Clinical and Experimental Hypnosis, 67(3), 336–363. https://doi.org/10.1080/00207144.2019.1613863