# Hypnosis Chicago > Chicago's Leading Consulting Hypnotist ## Posts - [Stop Smoking for Life](https://hypnosischicago.com/2018/10/12/stop-smoking-for-life-2/): Hypnosis Chicago has helped thousands of people stop smoking  Live up to 15 years longer for women and 14 years for men Helps prevent lung cancer, heart disease, stroke and other smoking-related illnesses Stop coughing and hacking, sleep better Save approximately $2000 to $5000 dollars a year/pay for your sessions within a month as a non-smoker Stop being a slave to this habit Smell better, feel better, improve your social life So many people try hypnosis as a “last resort,” having tried every other method with no results. Happily, these people DO SUCCEED with hypnosis. Hypnosis has the highest success […] - [Drink in Moderation](https://hypnosischicago.com/2018/10/11/drink-in-moderation/): Drink in moderation, or not at all. Hypnosis Chicago can help. Hypnosis can help you: Stop drinking alone Stop drinking wine nightly with dinner Drink only on social occasions Drink in moderation when you do go out Pace yourself if you drink Stop drinking completely Have more fun with less alcohol   Hypnosis is a very effective way to reduce your drinking. Maybe you started out having a glass of wine with dinner occasionally, but now it’s turning into a nightly habit, and it’s a whole bottle, not one glass. Or perhaps you overdo it when you’re out socially, and […] - [Lose Weight, Feel Great](https://hypnosischicago.com/2018/10/11/lose-weight-feel-great/): Get your body back with Hypnosis Chicago. Hypnosis can help you: Stop obsessing about food Get off sweets, carbs, fast food Develop a healthy relationship with food Make healthier choices Start exercising consistently Moderate your drinking/wine intake Stop emotional eating Stop nighttime eating/snacking Get off Fast Food, Take-Out “I have lost 46 lbs as of last Friday, I am going to the gym 5 days a week, and have just signed up with a personal trainer! Thank you so much for helping in this huge change in my life. I feel soooo much better than I ever have.” Debi Nowak According […] - [Fly Fearlessly](https://hypnosischicago.com/2018/10/10/fly-fearlessly/): Conquer Your Fear of Flying with Hypnosis Chicago. Over the years I’ve helped hundreds of people overcome their fear of flying with hypnosis. In fact, this is an issue that  responds well to hypnosis. My experience with clients is that if you have an imagination vivid enough to scare yourself, you have an imagination vivid enough to overcome this fear, and will probably do pretty well with hypnosis. Imagine being able to: Fly without fear Relax and enjoy the ride Read, watch movies, engage in conversations Go where you want to go Travel long distances to see family & friends […] - [Overcome Fear of Public Speaking](https://hypnosischicago.com/2018/10/08/overcome-stage-fright/): Overcome Fear of Public Speaking with Hypnosis Chicago. Hypnosis can help you: Relax and be yourself during presentations Speak up more during meetings Respond in class Feel safe and in control in social situations Avoid physiological responses such as dry mouth, shaky hands and voice, going blank, hyperventilating Focus on the message and forget what others think Release your natural speaking style Enjoy public speaking! Why limit your career or social life? Become a confident speaker. The fear of public speaking or “glossophobia” is believed to be the single most common fear. It is estimated that nearly 75% of four […] - [Overcome Test Anxiety](https://hypnosischicago.com/2018/10/07/overcome-test-anxiety/): Overcome Test Anxiety, Improve Study Habits with Hypnosis Chicago. When it comes to Test-Taking, hypnosis can: Help you pass exams you failed in the past Significantly boost your scores Help you to remain calm and relaxed Stop second-guessing your answers Stop being obsessed with the clock Tune out and ignore distractions Help with memory, recall, and reasoning Stay calm, so you can benefit from your studying   When it comes to Study Habits, hypnosis can: Stop procrastinating and start studying Improve your focus Tune out and ignore distractions Boost your comprehension Improve memory and recall Study more efficiently Can hypnosis really […] - [Get Over Your Ex](https://hypnosischicago.com/2018/10/06/get-over-your-ex/): Get Over Your Ex with Hypnosis Chicago. Most of us have experienced some heartbreak in our lives. Someone we love has said good-bye, and we are in shock and disbelief. There’s no question that it is painful. But the good news is that hypnosis can help you to let go, move on with your life, and stop blaming yourself for any real or imagined shortcomings. Over the years I have worked with hundreds of clients who have gone through a divorce or break-up, and I have found that clients often compound the pain with negative thoughts and beliefs. Hypnosis can help turn off self-defeating thoughts. […] - [Hypnosis helps with...](https://hypnosischicago.com/2018/10/01/other-issues/): Hypnosis Chicago can help you achieve your goals.  Hypnosis can be used for a wide variety of issues. It can help with everything from nail biting to fertility, from exercise motivation to ending procrastination, from getting over a lost love to meeting someone new, from a fear of flying and fears of driving to gathering the motivation to start a new business. The list is virtually endless. With nearly 20 years in private practice, I have helped people with everything from overcoming needless worry and rumination, to improving their vision. So if you’re not sure if I work with something, […] - [First Session 90 Mins/$350](https://hypnosischicago.com/2018/08/08/first-session/): First Session 90 minutes $350   ## Pages - [FAQs](https://hypnosischicago.com/faqs-2/) - [My account](https://hypnosischicago.com/my-account/) - [Checkout](https://hypnosischicago.com/checkout/) - [Cart](https://hypnosischicago.com/cart/) - [Shop](https://hypnosischicago.com/shop/) - [Reviews](https://hypnosischicago.com/yelp-reviews/): Below are just a sampling of some recent Yelp reviews.   I sincerely appreciate all who took time to review me and my services. It encourages others to seek help with their issues. Gregoire M. / Chicago, IL  2/2/2019 Extremely happy with Rebecca and her hypnosis. It has been a week since I’ve done my first session and I have already noticed a huge shift in internal dialogue and outward manifestation. I have purchased more sessions and plan to make this a long-term practice. Thank you Rebecca! Ann Marie R.  /Columbia, MO 1/27/2019 Rebecca has helped me in ways I didn’t even realize I needed. […] - [Book a Session](https://hypnosischicago.com/book-a-session/): First-time clients Check date availability here First-time session – runs a full 90 minutes. All first-time clients MUST register for a 90-minute session, and then may purchase one-hour sessions later. First-time clients have the option of scheduling a DOUBLE SESSION (below) to accelerate progress on your first visit. Returning clients Check date availability below for follow up sessions Follow up session runs a full hour. This is for a follow-up session on the same issue and runs 60 minutes Double session (Power Pack) runs 2 hours. My most popular package, is a two-hour, two 60 minute sessions back-to-back designed to be used […] - [Contact Hypnosis Chicago](https://hypnosischicago.com/contact/): If you have questions please email me at: rlauer@hypnosischicago.com Thank you for your interest in Hypnosis Chicago. Certified Consulting Hypnotist Certified Hypnosis Instructor American Council of Hypnotic Examiners National Guild of Hypnotists Over two decades of full-time private practice in Chicago   All sessions are now face-to-face via Virtual sessions have proven to be every bit as effective as in-person office visits, and you can experience hypnosis in the comfort of your own home. There’s no commute time. No traffic. No parking. No unnecessary exposure. Using Facetime or Zoom we can see and interact with each other safely. Over the years, […] - [About Hypnosis](https://hypnosischicago.com/hypnosis-faqs/): Hypnosis Defined: Hypnosis is a natural yet altered state of consciousness, characterized by focused concentration and a heightened receptivity to suggestion. It is a state which leads to controlled imagination. Being hypnotized is like being absorbed in a good book or movie, or that feeling you get when you are in the midst of a really good massage. You are very relaxed, yet you are aware of what is going on around you. You are not asleep or “out of it.” In this state, it is possible to make profound and lasting changes very rapidly, as the subconscious mind readily […] - [Success Stories](https://hypnosischicago.com/success-stories/): Hypnosis Chicago Success Stories….   See reviews on Yelp. Hypnosis Chicago has worked successfully with all these issues, and many more. Stop Smoking, Lose Weight, Drink in Moderation, Get off Sweets, Get off Wine, Fear of Flying, Test Anxiety, Get Over Your Ex, Break Bad Habits, Fear of Being Alone, Test Anxiety. Study Habits, Improve Relationships, Sexual Issues, Fertility, and other issues Scroll down and read about how others have achieved success with Hypnosis Chicago. All of the below are real-life case histories. Stop Smoking    “No smoking at all. No cravings. I don’t even think about it anymore. No more […] - [Condition -Template](https://hypnosischicago.com/template/): Condition Heading Here  H1 Dk. Blue Key Promise 1 Goes Here H2 Maroon Use Hypnosis Chicago to address these issues   Art Right   Medium . Change this habit 1    H3 Bullet And this one too    H3 Bullet Don’t forget this one  H3 Bullet Oh, this is a bad one   H3 Bullet Still doing this?    H3 Bullet View more reviews on Yelp here Discussion Heading BOLD  H2 Maroon Discussion copy discussion copy discussion copy discussion copy discussion copy discussion copy discussion copy discussion copy discussion copy discussion copy discussion copy discussion copy discussion copy discussion copy discussion copy discussion copy discussion copy discussion copy discussion copy discussion copy discussion copy discussion copy discussion copy discussion copy discussion copy Discussion copy discussion copy discussion copy discussion copy discussion copy discussion copy discussion copy discussion copy discussion copy discussion copy discussion copy discussion copy discussion copy discussion copy discussion […] - [What to expect at your first session.](https://hypnosischicago.com/what-to-expect-at-your-first-session/): All sessions are private, confidential, and take place in a professional office, not a home. Your first session is a full 90 minutes long, so that we have the time to explore your goals and challenges. Each session is personalized to your unique goals, beliefs, challenges and triggers for maximum effectiveness. You may be aware that some hypnotists use a one-size-fits-all approach, and basically are reading from a script. Others use pre-recorded sessions. These are not going to be nearly as effective as sessions that are based upon your beliefs, trigger points, and motives for change. You deserve to have […] - [Why Choose Hypnosis Chicago.](https://hypnosischicago.com/why-choose-hypnosis-chicago/): Hypnosis Chicago has been helping clients address issues like stop smoking, lose weight, overcome fear of flying and much more - [Benefits of Quitting Smoking with Hypnosis Chicago](https://hypnosischicago.com/issues/stop-smoking/benefits-of-quitting-smoking-with-hypnosis-chicago/): As soon as you quit, your body begins to repair the damage caused by smoking. See the health benefits you’ll experience as soon as 20 minutes to 15 years after quitting. 20 Minutes After Quitting: Your heart rate drops to a normal level. 12 Hours After Quitting: The carbon monoxide level in your blood drops to normal. 2 Weeks to 3 Months After Quitting: Your risk of having a heart attack begins to drop. Your lung function begins to improve. 1 to 9 Months After Quitting: Your coughing and shortness of breath decrease. 1 Year After Quitting: Your added risk […] - [Attract Your Love](https://hypnosischicago.com/attract-your-love/):               Letter from client, unedited Hi Rebecca, I’m not sure if you remember me but I was a client of yours in the 2007-2008 time-frame. I came to you for a couple of reasons – to help with visualization on finding a romantic partner, finding a new job, etc. All of those things were successful – I am happily married to the woman I met while working with you. I have a good job and we are living here in New York but I am in need of visualization/hypnosis help again. I’ve tried a […] - [Nail Biting, Face Picking, Hair Pulling](https://hypnosischicago.com/nail-biting-face-picking-hair-pulling/):       YES. Hypnosis Chicago can help with nail biting, face picking, even hair pulling. “Believe it or not…it worked!!!! I was picking my nails and then all of a sudden realized that I wasn’t. It was subconscious. My nails look better than ever, not red. Thank you!“ Bite your nails? Imagine yourself with: Long or normal fingernails No redness or scabbing on your hands No embarrassment No more hiding your hands for fear of exposure Ability to get manicures No beating yourself up for this habit Feel more confident, more professional If you pick you face, imagine: No […] - [Real Results](https://hypnosischicago.com/real-results-from-real-people/): Smoking “I’ve successfully been a non-smoker now for over one year without a single relapse. Very pleased with the lasting effects. Not only that, the visualization that we chose to replace the vision of smoking has come to fruition as well.”   Dan Stummer.   “You cured me of smoking two years ago. I wasn’t even tempted to smoke again. There were no cravings and I only needed one session. Never looked back.”       Graham S.   “I haven’t had a cigarette in over 3 weeks. They just don’t interest me anymore. Frankly, I am very surprised at the results, but […] - [Rates and Policies](https://hypnosischicago.com/rates-and-policies/): First Session  1 1/2 hours $300    Your first session is a full 90-minutes so that we can do a thorough intake.  All first-time clients MUST register for a 90-minute session, and then may purchase one-hour sessions later. Follow Up Sessions 1 hour:  $200 Follow up sessions are for continued treatment of one condition. A new condition treatment for the same person requires a new first session so we can fully explore the issue. Double Session POWER PACK (2 hours Back-to-Back) $400  Double sessions provide maximum impact in the shortest amount of time. . *** Save with a Package ***  . Click below to […] - [Rates/Policies](https://hypnosischicago.com/rates-policies/): All sessions are now face-to-face via Phone, Facetime, Zoom, Skype, or WhatsApp All sessions are virtual for your safety and convenience.  Using Facetime, Zoom, or other apps, we can see and interact with each other, and virtual sessions have proven to be every bit as effective as in-person sessions. Over the years and of course, for many months during Covid-19, I have helped many clients quit smoking, stop drinking, lose weight, and overcome many fears–all via virtual sessions. Basically all that’s need for hypnosis is voice and proper suggestions. A recording of your session will be sent to you via […] - [Hypnosis FAQs](https://hypnosischicago.com/faqs/): Hypnosis is one of the most powerful tools we have available for changing– Your Beliefs, Your Habits, and Your Life    Hypnosis is an excellent tool for changing core beliefs. And once beliefs are changed, our reactions, responses, and emotions also change. Q. What is hypnosis? A. Hypnosis is an induced relaxed state where our self-critical conscious mind gives way to our unconscious mind where our emotions and habits are regulated and controlled. Q. How does hypnosis work? Hypnosis is a state of relaxed deep focus.  Conscious and unconscious are really just shorthand terms to describe the general characteristics of […] - [Pricing and Availibility](https://hypnosischicago.com/pricing-and-availibility/):      Rates and Policies   First Session 90 minutes $250    Your first session is a full 90-minutes so that we can do a thorough intake.  All first-time clients MUST register for a 90-minute session, and then may purchase one-hour sessions later. Follow Up Sessions 1 hour:  $175   Double Session POWER PACK (2 hours Back-to-Back) $350   SAVE $75 *** Save with a Package *** 3 Sessions for $525 …  SAVE $ 70  4 Sessions for $650 …  SAVE $125 6 Sessions for $925 …  SAVE $200 You will be able to book a specific appointment date/time after the package is purchased. All sessions include a complimentary recording of your session. Payment is required upon booking to reserve your time. How […] - [Issues](https://hypnosischicago.com/issues/): Which of these issues would you like better control over? Living More Healthy Stop Smoking Lose Weight Drink in Moderation or Not at All Live More Confidently Speaking in Public Fear of Flying Test Anxiety Erectile Dysfunction Live More Freely Stop Nail Biting Stop Face Picking Stop Hair Pulling Live Your Dreams Attract Your Love Get Over Your Ex And More Check rates and availability here Questions?   Call Rebecca 312/664-7027 or eMail   RLauer@HypnosisChicago.com - [Overcome Test Anxiety](https://hypnosischicago.com/issues/test-anxiety-and-study-habits/): Overcome Test Anxiety, Improve Study Habits with Hypnosis Chicago. When it comes to test-taking, hypnosis can: Help you pass exams you failed in the past Significantly boost your scores Help you to remain calm and relaxed Stop second-guessing your answers Stop being obsessed with the clock Tune out and ignore distractions Help with memory, recall, and reasoning Stay calm, so you can benefit from your studying   When it comes to Study Habits, hypnosis can: Stop procrastinating and start studying Improve your focus Tune out and ignore distractions Boost your comprehension Improve memory and recall Study more efficiently   Can hypnosis […] - [Hypnosis helps with...](https://hypnosischicago.com/issues/hypnosis-helps-with/): Hypnosis Chicago can help you achieve your goals.     Hypnosis can be used for a wide variety of issues. It can help with everything from nail biting to fertility, from exercise motivation to ending procrastination, from getting over a lost love to meeting someone new, from a fear of flying and fears of driving to gathering the motivation to start a new business. The list is virtually endless. With over 20 years in private practice, I have helped people with everything from overcoming needless worry and rumination, to improving their vision. So if you’re not sure if I work […] - [Drink in Moderation](https://hypnosischicago.com/issues/the-moderate-drinker/): Drink in moderation. Or not at all. Hypnosis Chicago can help. Hypnosis can help you: Stop drinking alone Stop drinking wine nightly with dinner Drink only on social occasions Drink in moderation when you do go out Pace yourself if you drink Stop drinking completely Have more fun with less alcohol   Hypnosis is a very effective way to reduce your drinking. Maybe you started out having a glass of wine with dinner occasionally, but now it’s turning into a nightly habit, and it’s a whole bottle, not one glass. Or perhaps you overdo it when you’re out socially, and […] - [Fear of Public Speaking](https://hypnosischicago.com/issues/public-speaking/): Overcome Fear of Public Speaking with Hypnosis Chicago. Hypnosis can help you: Relax and be yourself during presentations Speak up more during meetings Respond in class Feel safe and in control in social situations Avoid physiological responses such as dry mouth, shaky hands and voice, going blank, hyperventilating Focus on the message and forget what others think Release your natural speaking style Enjoy public speaking! Why limit your career or social life? Become a confident speaker. The fear of public speaking or “glossophobia” is believed to be the single most common fear. It is estimated that nearly 75% of four […] - [Overcome fear of flying](https://hypnosischicago.com/issues/fear-of-flying/): Conquer Your Fear of Flying with Hypnosis Chicago.   Over the years I’ve helped hundreds of people overcome their fear of flying with hypnosis. In fact, this is an issue that responds well to hypnosis. My experience with clients is that if you have an imagination vivid enough to scare yourself, you have an imagination vivid enough to overcome this fear, and will probably do pretty well with hypnosis. Imagine being able to: Fly without fear Relax and enjoy the ride Read, watch movies, engage in conversations Go where you want to go Travel long distances to see family & […] - [Lose Weight](https://hypnosischicago.com/issues/lose-weight/): Get your body back with Hypnosis Chicago. Hypnosis can help you: Stop obsessing about food Get off sweets, carbs, fast food Develop a healthy relationship with food Make healthier choices Start exercising consistently Moderate your drinking/wine intake Stop emotional eating Stop nighttime eating/snacking Get off Fast Food, Take-Out “I have lost 46 lbs as of last Friday, I am going to the gym 5 days a week, and have just signed up with a personal trainer! Thank you so much for helping in this huge change in my life. I feel soooo much better than I ever have.” Debi Nowak According […] - [Stop Smoking or Vaping](https://hypnosischicago.com/issues/stop-smoking/): Stop Smoking or Vaping with Hypnosis Chicago  Live up to 15 years longer for women and 14 years for men Helps prevent lung cancer, heart disease, stroke and other smoking-related illnesses Stop coughing and hacking, sleep better Save approximately $2000 to $5000 dollars a year/pay for your sessions within a month as a non-smoker Stop being a slave to this habit Smell better, feel better, improve your social life So many people try hypnosis as a “last resort,” having tried every other method with no results. Happily, these people DO SUCCEED with hypnosis. Hypnosis has the highest success rate of […] [comment]: # (Generated by Hostinger Tools Plugin)