Six questions to ask a hypnotherapist
Millions of people have improved their lives using this simple yet amazing tool of the mind... including someone you probably know!

Maybe you’ve heard the stories of the well known celebrities who have successfully used hypnosis like Albert Einstein, Jackie Kennedy-Onassis, Sylvester Stallone, Julia Roberts, Tiger Woods, Reese Witherspoon, Arnold Schwarzenegger and more.
A Hypnotherapist has learned the skills to guide you through a process to create positive changes in your life. However, not all hypnotists are created equal.
Use these six questions to help ensure that you choose an experienced professional:
1. What are your qualifications and certifications?
This question helps determine if the hypnotist has received formal training. Certification ensures they’ve met certain standards of professionalism and competence in the field. Many novice hypnotists get their training from a week long, or even a weekend workshop.
Hypnotherapists at Minnesota Hypnotherapy receive their certification through the International Medical and Dental Hypnotherapy Association.
2. How long have you been practicing and what’s your specialty?
Experience often correlates with expertise. By understanding their specialty, you can determine if they’re well-suited to address your specific needs.
Minnesota Hypnotherapy has been in business since 2016 and specializes in public speaking, reducing anxiety, gaining inner confidence, overcoming fears or phobias, and eliminating self-sabotage.
3. What is your approach or method?
Hypnotherapy has various techniques and methods. Understanding their approach helps set expectations and ensures you’re comfortable with the process.
At Minnesota Hypnotherapy, we use a combination of traditional Hypnosis, Neuro-Linguistic Programming, conversational hypnosis, self-directed neuroplasticity techniques, and more to help you achieve your goals.
4. Can you provide references or testimonials from previous clients?
First-hand accounts of past clients’ experiences can give you insight into the hypnotist’s effectiveness and professionalism. Positive testimonials can offer reassurance, while any negative feedback can be a red flag.
Click here to find both video testimonials and written testimonials from previous clients.
5. Do you provide any support or resources for clients outside of session times?
Some hypnotists offer additional resources like recordings, readings, or exercises to help reinforce the work done during sessions. It also indicates their commitment to your overall well-being.
At Minnesota Hypnotherapy, our clients have access to a portal which includes dynamic video tools, guided hypnotic meditations, and e-books to support you between sessions and beyond your engagement.
6. How do you stay updated with the latest research?
The field of coaching and hypnosis, like any other professional field, continues to evolve. A practitioner who keeps up with the latest findings and methodologies offers the most effective and up-to-date methods and techniques.
At Minnesota Hypnotherapy, we spend thousands of dollars every year attending seminars and conferences to increase our knowledge in the field. We value life-long learning, and are committed to grow as people and practitioners.
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Carolyn Bastick2025-06-03Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I was referred to Josh for help with chronic insomnia (10+ years) and depression. The consultation Josh provided prior to making the decision to work together was a generous hour of in-depth discussion, during which time it became clear to me that Josh was someone that I could trust. It was an easy decision! From a business standpoint, Josh has an excellent communication system (it would literally be impossible to forget an appointment!), and he provides a client portal which gives access to some great resources, including guided meditations. He offers in-person sessions that are super easy to book online. I met with Josh weekly, which allowed the learnings from the prior session to remain fresh in my head, and created a sense of momentum for our work. Josh has a truly extraordinary ability to really listen; to capture the key messages contained in your story, and then incorporate that information into your session. I felt heard, understood, and supported. I signed up for a 6-week program and my insomnia has not been magically cured. Josh walked me through some really tough work that shed light on how my past has framed the present, including trauma related to a bad horse riding accident. Despite the fact that Josh is not himself a rider, our sessions produced some insights and tools that have helped me navigate the fear I experience every time I get on my horse. We also did some really powerful deep state exercises that helped me let go of some negative childhood experiences. Importantly, the work I did with Josh has stayed with me, and I have since had some "lightbulb" moments which I would attribute to our sessions. I would be inclined to dispel the commonly-held views/myths surrounding hypnotism. I did not experience a trance-like state, but rather Josh expertly guided me each session into a deep, relaxed, and very safe space where I was open to viewing past experiences (including trauma) with a different lens. Be ready to commit yourself whole-heartedly to the process; wherever it may lead. Josh kindly challenged me on more than one occasion, and I believe these moments led to the highest take-home value. Thank you, Josh! Lisa Hellem2025-05-14Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. As a newbie to hypnosis, Joshua made me feel very comfortable and understood during my sessions. While I am still a work in progress, I can recognize how my thoughts, self talk, and reactions in real life situations have positively changed. Thompson Maesaka2025-05-07Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Joshua is phenomenal at what he does. I started working with him because I found myself in a perpetual cycle of leaning on healthy coping skills in times of stress, and backing off when I was out of stress. This led to a pattern of doing really well in life, and then slowly falling back to old habits and abandoning the behaviors that got me feeling/performing well again. He has not only helped me identify what underlying beliefs and experiences cause me to perpetuate this cycle, but he's augmented my toolbox and given me so many resources to help me continually improve instead of bouncing to extremes. I highly recommend him to anyone that is a busy professional looking to level and find a new gear. C Hart2025-03-04Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Joshua is a phenomenal resource, I'm so grateful to have gotten connected with him. Before working with Joshua, I felt stuck in certain patterns of thinking and more limited in what I felt was possible for my life. Not only did I feel that he was clear, supportive and focused in his process, but he really helped me unlock new potential! I would highly recommend Joshua to anyone wanting to explore and activate new opportunities and perspectives. John Nessim2024-12-13Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I recently finished my hypnosis sessions with Joshua Peters, and I’m so glad I took this step. When I reached out, I was feeling stressed and overwhelmed by the new challenges I kept facing. I wanted to gain clarity and feel more at ease. The results have been amazing. I feel noticeably calmer, more empowered, and I’ve gained a clear sense of direction. This has been a truly positive transformation for me. What I appreciated most about working with Joshua was his supportive and uplifting approach. He has a remarkable ability to guide you in a way that feels both effective and empowering. If you’re considering hypnosis, I highly recommend Joshua. It’s a powerful experience that can help you make meaningful changes. Thank you, Joshua, for helping me find clarity and calm! Chrissy Weiner2024-12-12Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I was overwhelmed with anxiety and had tried various ways to deal with it. I reached out to xFactor and am so happy I did. Joshua made me feel comfortable and that he genuinely wanted to help me. I felt better after the first session and more after each one. I highly recommend xFactor for anyone considering hypnosis. He is the best!!!! S Fischer2024-11-26Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I reached out to Joshua to see whether hypnotherapy could be effective in helping me unblock myself creatively. My six sessions were transformational. We addressed a different nuance in each session with a trance focused on rewiring that association or response. I recommend putting in the time to do the prep work, the reps of recorded meditations and so forth, to set yourself up for success. The more you focus on where you want to get to, the more success you'll have. In the space of my initial sessions I experienced a fundamental shift in how comfortable I felt in public speaking, dialed back my anxiety baseline, and I played the piano again purely for the joy of it for the first time in years. Hila Kadosh2024-10-31Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I am so grateful that I made the decision to see Joshua! For the past three years I have been dealing with certain fears and anxieties that were taking over my life. with Joshua's help, I was able to gain back control over my mind and teach myself how to let go of fears that I thought would be a part of my life forever. After six sessions together, I learned so much about myself, and was able to make incredible progress with hypnosis and have a more positive outlook on life. Above all, Joshua is such an amazing person! He made me feel extremely comfortable and safe to talk about anything that I wanted to work through. I honestly couldn't be more thankful that I found him and if you are considering it - just go for it! Dawn Bennett2024-10-09Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I have had three sessions with Joshua, and he has been amazingly helpful. My negative self talk got out of control and I couldn't shift it myself. One session alone changed everything for me, and the other sessions have brought me deeper into joy and peace in my life, and excitement and motivation for my business. I am so appreciative of his skills and knowledge. Netanel Gutt2024-10-03Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I am so happy that I came to see Joshua. To most, hypnosis may seem like a far stretch from reality, but if you have an open mind it can do wonders. Just after the first two sessions I could already see the positive impact it was having on my life. If you are thinking about trying it just do it!