LOS ANGELES HYPNOTHERAPY & Hypnosis
Experience the best hypnotherapy in Los Angeles and Beverly Hills, designed to rapidly address the root cause of issues silently shaping your life. Through advanced hypnosis techniques, I help you overcome these hidden subconscious blocks and achieve true transformation to unlock your limitless potential.
HYPNOTHERAPY APPLICATIONS
Advanced hypnotherapy is a proven, transformative approach designed to rapidly uncover the subconscious patterns that influence 95% of your thoughts, beliefs, and behaviors, unleashing powerful breakthroughs and next-level success.
I help clients in Los Angeles, Beverly Hills, and worldwide through tailored sessions with cutting-edge hypnotherapy for specialities like:
Wealth
Each session is tailored to your unique needs, using the best hypnosis techniques to address the root cause of the challenges you face. The result is lasting change that allows you to live with happiness, peace, fulfillment, and freedom.
I help clients in Los Angeles, Beverly Hills, and worldwide through tailored sessions with cutting-edge hypnotherapy for specialities like:
Wealth
- Performance Optimization: Enhance clarity, sharpen focus, elevate productivity, and skyrocket peak performance - ideal for entrepreneurs, executives, and athletes who want to consistently operate at their highest level
- Wealth Wiring & Abundance Mindset: Upgrade your subconscious wealth programming to foster a rich, ever-present abundance mindset - unlocking next-level success and financial growth with ease and confidence
- Procrastination: Realign priorities, and unlock sustained momentum toward your goals as you address the root causes of perfectionism, self sabotage, and burnout
- Fear Of Public Speaking: Dissolve subconscious fears and stage fright, boost communication skills, and developing unshakable presence on any stage or in any interview
Love & Self Love
- Confidence & Self-Esteem: Cultivate unwavering self-belief and undeniable presence so you can step into every room, stage, or opportunity with poised power
- Relationships & Love: Transform romantic, business, and personal relationships - whether finding love, healing from breakups, divorce, grief, or rebuilding trust - through deep inner work that enhances self-awareness and connection
Wellness
- Stress Relief: Strengthen emotional resilience and build lasting inner calm as you release chronic worry, overwhelm, and tension
- Sleep & Relaxation: Restore deep, rejuvenating sleep and rebalance your nervous system as you release insomnia’s hold - creating the foundation for vibrant daily performance
- Fear Of Flying: Travel freely and confidently - whether for business opportunities, family events, or long-awaited vacations - by resolving deep-seated fears
- Phobias & Fears: Restore confidence in daily life by safely dissolving fears including heights, darkness, intimacy, success, failure, rejection, animals, and scenarios like medical/dental visits or confined spaces
- Weight Loss: Develop healthy eating patterns and sustainable lifestyle and exercise habits by addressing the subconscious roots of weight gain, supporting lasting weight management
- Smoking Cessation: Achieve lasting freedom as you stop smoking and quit vaping through a multifaceted subconscious approach that addresses the root causes of nicotine dependency
- Addictions: Create space for healthier, more empowering behaviors by breaking free from technology, work, shopping, food, or gambling addictions
- Negative Thinking: Shift to a powerful, positive mindset by uncovering and rewiring limiting beliefs, paving the way for new perspectives and possibilities
Each session is tailored to your unique needs, using the best hypnosis techniques to address the root cause of the challenges you face. The result is lasting change that allows you to live with happiness, peace, fulfillment, and freedom.
my hypnosis background
Before I became a peak performance hypnotherapist, I was a seven-figure entrepreneur. I started my career with a five-figure income as a copywriter at an agency and quickly rose to the top 1% in my field. This growth began with daily affirmations that I listened to on my commute. Unbeknownst to me, I was tapping into a natural phenomenon - highway hypnosis - a state in which the mind becomes highly receptive to suggestion while performing the routine task of driving.*
While this approach produced meaningful results on its own, I started with a positive mindset, having spent a decade in self development following the loss of my father as a child. Still, it only scratched the surface of what was truly possible. The true test came when my mother fell ill and passed away. My self-belief was deeply shaken, suddenly exposing the limitations of what I’d achieved through my conscious mindset work alone.
I instinctively recognized that subconscious work - and professional hypnotherapy - was the key to unlocking profound transformation. Becoming a certified root cause hypnotherapist amplified not only my self-belief, but also my capacity for achievement in ways I could never before have imagined. In just 10 months, I 94X’ed my daily revenue, rising from three-figure to consistent five-figure days. Since then, through my signature hypnotherapy methods, my results have continued to grow exponentially, reaching the highest accomplishments of my more than two-decade career.
As a high performance hypnotherapist, I work with entrepreneurs, executives, athletes, and other high performers to create transformative outcomes and unlock their greatest potential - whether in business, personal growth, or any other domain where excellence matters. My expertise in performance empowers clients to achieve next-level results, no matter the goal.
*Highway hypnosis differs from professional hypnotherapy, and it is critical to note that hypnosis should never be listened to while driving or operating heavy machinery.
While this approach produced meaningful results on its own, I started with a positive mindset, having spent a decade in self development following the loss of my father as a child. Still, it only scratched the surface of what was truly possible. The true test came when my mother fell ill and passed away. My self-belief was deeply shaken, suddenly exposing the limitations of what I’d achieved through my conscious mindset work alone.
I instinctively recognized that subconscious work - and professional hypnotherapy - was the key to unlocking profound transformation. Becoming a certified root cause hypnotherapist amplified not only my self-belief, but also my capacity for achievement in ways I could never before have imagined. In just 10 months, I 94X’ed my daily revenue, rising from three-figure to consistent five-figure days. Since then, through my signature hypnotherapy methods, my results have continued to grow exponentially, reaching the highest accomplishments of my more than two-decade career.
As a high performance hypnotherapist, I work with entrepreneurs, executives, athletes, and other high performers to create transformative outcomes and unlock their greatest potential - whether in business, personal growth, or any other domain where excellence matters. My expertise in performance empowers clients to achieve next-level results, no matter the goal.
*Highway hypnosis differs from professional hypnotherapy, and it is critical to note that hypnosis should never be listened to while driving or operating heavy machinery.
MY unique HYPNOSIS TECHNIQUE
I combine the best hypnotherapy with holistic mindset coaching to create transformative results that go far beyond traditional approaches.
My signature method, The Tarla Technique™ forms the foundation of this work, incorporating Rapid Transformational Therapy® (RTT®), Advanced Conversational Hypnosis, NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming), complementary mind-body modalities, and neuroscience to address the subconscious root causes of deep-seated patterns. This powerful approach alone unlocks life-changing breakthroughs. To amplify results, I merge it with the Modern Mind Shift Method™, my holistic mindset coaching technique that blends CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), REBT (Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy), and EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique).
Together, this 360-degree approach supercharges resilience, adaptability, and clarity, creating a complete transformation.
My proven process unfolds in three phases:
This integrative approach ensures you’re not just achieving surface-level change - you’re rewiring your mind and transforming every area of your life with precision and lasting impact that makes peak performance success inevitable.
My signature method, The Tarla Technique™ forms the foundation of this work, incorporating Rapid Transformational Therapy® (RTT®), Advanced Conversational Hypnosis, NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming), complementary mind-body modalities, and neuroscience to address the subconscious root causes of deep-seated patterns. This powerful approach alone unlocks life-changing breakthroughs. To amplify results, I merge it with the Modern Mind Shift Method™, my holistic mindset coaching technique that blends CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), REBT (Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy), and EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique).
Together, this 360-degree approach supercharges resilience, adaptability, and clarity, creating a complete transformation.
My proven process unfolds in three phases:
- Subconscious Evolution - We begin by engaging your subconscious to eradicate blocks at their root, biohack your brain, and elevate performance from Plateau To Overflow™
- Conscious Integration - Next, we align your inner world with your outer reality to transform your vision into bold, purposeful action, bridging the gap between belief and embodiment
- Mind Shift Activation - Finally, we upgrade your identity to magnetize The Limitless Life Experience™ you’ve always envisioned making extraordinary results effortless and sustainable
This integrative approach ensures you’re not just achieving surface-level change - you’re rewiring your mind and transforming every area of your life with precision and lasting impact that makes peak performance success inevitable.
THE PROVEN HYPNOTHERAPY PROCESS
Hypnotherapy demonstrates remarkable efficacy. In his landmark 1970 analysis of over 1,000 articles on hypnosis and other approaches, researcher Dr. Alfred A. Barrios reported the following findings:
Researchers at Harvard Medical School (2000) and Stanford University School of Medicine (2016) have used neuroimaging to document measurable changes in brain activity during hypnosis, underscoring its profound impact.
In 2024, a joint study by the Universities of Cambridge and Zurich used brain scans to show that hypnosis alters brain connectivity and induces the deep relaxation state associated with theta brainwaves, adding further evidence for its role as a scientifically backed approach to personal change.
Major publications, including The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, and Time magazine (2011–2023), have recognized the growing body of evidence supporting hypnotherapy.
Supported by decades of research and its formal recognition by the American Psychological Association since 1960, hypnotherapy continues to be validated as a powerful tool for transforming habits and behaviors. By 2020, mounting evidence further consolidated its role in habit modification and personal well-being.
- Psychoanalysis yields only 38% effectiveness after 600 sessions
- Behavior therapy achieves 72% effectiveness after 22 sessions
- Hypnotherapy delivers an extraordinary 93% effectiveness in just 6 sessions
Researchers at Harvard Medical School (2000) and Stanford University School of Medicine (2016) have used neuroimaging to document measurable changes in brain activity during hypnosis, underscoring its profound impact.
In 2024, a joint study by the Universities of Cambridge and Zurich used brain scans to show that hypnosis alters brain connectivity and induces the deep relaxation state associated with theta brainwaves, adding further evidence for its role as a scientifically backed approach to personal change.
Major publications, including The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, and Time magazine (2011–2023), have recognized the growing body of evidence supporting hypnotherapy.
Supported by decades of research and its formal recognition by the American Psychological Association since 1960, hypnotherapy continues to be validated as a powerful tool for transforming habits and behaviors. By 2020, mounting evidence further consolidated its role in habit modification and personal well-being.
how hypnotherapy works
Hypnotherapy works by engaging your brain’s natural ability to learn and adapt. During a hypnosis session, we access your subconscious mind, where decades-old patterns and beliefs are stored, and gently guide it to form new, empowering associations. This process leverages neuroplasticity, the brain’s capacity to reorganize itself by forming new neural pathways, allowing positive changes to become lasting habits.
Unlike other modalities, the work doesn’t end when the session is over. You receive a bespoke recording to continue reinforcing the shifts made in your session. Repetition and familiarity strengthens these new pathways, helping you internalize the change and make it automatic in your daily life. It’s essentially a method of positive reinforcement at the deepest level, creating lasting transformation without conscious effort.
As my mentor, world-renowned hypnotherapist Marisa Peer, says: “tell yourself a better lie.” By consistently guiding your subconscious toward what you want to achieve, hypnotherapy allows you to rewire your mind for success, confidence, and peak performance - safely, naturally, and effectively.
Unlike other modalities, the work doesn’t end when the session is over. You receive a bespoke recording to continue reinforcing the shifts made in your session. Repetition and familiarity strengthens these new pathways, helping you internalize the change and make it automatic in your daily life. It’s essentially a method of positive reinforcement at the deepest level, creating lasting transformation without conscious effort.
As my mentor, world-renowned hypnotherapist Marisa Peer, says: “tell yourself a better lie.” By consistently guiding your subconscious toward what you want to achieve, hypnotherapy allows you to rewire your mind for success, confidence, and peak performance - safely, naturally, and effectively.
HYPNOSIS CLIENT RESULTS
From the founder who skyrocketed her revenue by 960% in months while cultivating deeper fulfillment to the entrepreneur who discovered profound self-love and undeniable happiness, I’ve guided clients through transformative breakthroughs that reshape their future.
Business Successes:
Personal Transformation:
Whether you're a high performer seeking professional development or an individual pursuing personal growth, discover how you can change your life by changing your beliefs. Book your private hypnotherapy consult now.
Business Successes:
- 10x increases in client pricing within a year
- Doubling investment portfolios in months
- Tripling revenue in weeks
- Clarity on startup strategies in just hours
Personal Transformation:
- Surpassing prior therapy results
- Profound, soul-level breakthroughs that reveal new perspectives
- Deep insights that reshape personal and professional lives
Whether you're a high performer seeking professional development or an individual pursuing personal growth, discover how you can change your life by changing your beliefs. Book your private hypnotherapy consult now.
hypnotherapy CLIENT SUCCESS STORIES
Business Breakthroughs:
“This translated to more clarity, the ability to set new boundaries, and significant business growth! Biggest month to date - hitting the revenue goal I’d shared with Tarla. This experience has been
life-changing!”
— Charis S., Wellness Founder
“You’re phenomenal! I got clarity, what I want to do, and what specific lessons I can take from those experiences in other startups that I did in the past. It’s been wonderful."
— S.B., Wellness Founder
“I got things off my chest. Things I haven’t said to anybody before. I found the root of my problem. The best thing I've done in my life for a long time. If you're hesitating like I was, just do it.”
— Carlos, Fitness Founder
"It doesn’t matter what level you’re at - you can do the hard work yourself, or do it the easier way. Clients are coming out of the blue. Don’t doubt it. Work with Tarla."
— Tania V., Wellness Founder
Personal Milestones:
“Booking with Tarla was 100% worth it, as the results went beyond what I experienced in past therapy sessions. Highly recommend if you are lucky enough to have the opportunity to work with Tarla!”
— Michelle G., Creative Entrepreneur
“Tarla has a gift. I felt like she was talking to my soul. She blew my mind. She felt what I needed to hear and she said it. I don’t have words to describe it. It was really incredible. Be ready for your life to change in all the best ways when working with Tarla!”
— Angelique, Wellness Entrepreneur
“Everything is aligning & harmonizing. I thank God for bringing you into my life. You’re an Angel on earth. Thank you for sharing your gifts with the world. I don’t know what I’d do without you.”
— Dominique S., Real Estate Entrepreneur
“This translated to more clarity, the ability to set new boundaries, and significant business growth! Biggest month to date - hitting the revenue goal I’d shared with Tarla. This experience has been
life-changing!”
— Charis S., Wellness Founder
“You’re phenomenal! I got clarity, what I want to do, and what specific lessons I can take from those experiences in other startups that I did in the past. It’s been wonderful."
— S.B., Wellness Founder
“I got things off my chest. Things I haven’t said to anybody before. I found the root of my problem. The best thing I've done in my life for a long time. If you're hesitating like I was, just do it.”
— Carlos, Fitness Founder
"It doesn’t matter what level you’re at - you can do the hard work yourself, or do it the easier way. Clients are coming out of the blue. Don’t doubt it. Work with Tarla."
— Tania V., Wellness Founder
Personal Milestones:
“Booking with Tarla was 100% worth it, as the results went beyond what I experienced in past therapy sessions. Highly recommend if you are lucky enough to have the opportunity to work with Tarla!”
— Michelle G., Creative Entrepreneur
“Tarla has a gift. I felt like she was talking to my soul. She blew my mind. She felt what I needed to hear and she said it. I don’t have words to describe it. It was really incredible. Be ready for your life to change in all the best ways when working with Tarla!”
— Angelique, Wellness Entrepreneur
“Everything is aligning & harmonizing. I thank God for bringing you into my life. You’re an Angel on earth. Thank you for sharing your gifts with the world. I don’t know what I’d do without you.”
— Dominique S., Real Estate Entrepreneur
hypnosis SESSION locations
I work with clients in Los Angeles and Beverly Hills as well as globally through virtual hypnosis sessions via Zoom, allowing you to access peak performance hypnotherapy from the comfort of your home or office, anywhere in the world.
Special arrangements for in-person high performance hypnotherapy sessions are also available at your home, business, on location, or on set, as well as accompanying you during travel.
In addition to Los Angeles and Beverly Hills, I work with high performance clients in Hollywood, Santa Monica, Marina del Rey, Playa Vista, Venice, Holmby Hills, Bel Air, Hidden Hills, Cheviot Hills, Century City, Pacific Palisades, Malibu, Brentwood, Palos Verdes, Manhattan Beach, and other surrounding areas.
Special arrangements for in-person high performance hypnotherapy sessions are also available at your home, business, on location, or on set, as well as accompanying you during travel.
In addition to Los Angeles and Beverly Hills, I work with high performance clients in Hollywood, Santa Monica, Marina del Rey, Playa Vista, Venice, Holmby Hills, Bel Air, Hidden Hills, Cheviot Hills, Century City, Pacific Palisades, Malibu, Brentwood, Palos Verdes, Manhattan Beach, and other surrounding areas.
SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS
Please review the following medical and mental health guidelines to ensure that hypnotherapy is suitable for you.
- Hypnotherapy leverages subconscious reprogramming to facilitate deep change quickly, and due to the powerful effects, hypnosis is not advisable for everyone
- If you've been diagnosed with epilepsy or a serious mental disorder (excluding mild depression or anxiety) or currently use mind-altering substances, this isn't suitable for you
- Hypnotherapy is not a replacement for the advice and/or services of a psychiatrist, psychologist, psychotherapist, or doctor
- Always consult with your treating practitioners before starting any new personal development program if you have any past or existing concerns about your mental health
- Certain issues may require your medical or mental health provider's approval before beginning hypnotherapy
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is hypnosis, and how does it work?
Hypnosis is a natural state of mind that occurs in daily life. It’s similar to meditation; I call it a focused daydream. You remain relaxed but alert, and your senses are heightened, allowing you to make intuitive connections you do not access consciously. For more on how hypnosis works and how it can transform your life, read my Elephant Journal article here.
Do you remember being hypnotized?
You retain complete awareness during and after the hypnotherapy session, not only of being hypnotized, but also of everything that transpired during the session.
What if I get stuck in hypnosis?
You are fully aware and maintain complete control while in trance. You can't get stuck in hypnosis, any more than you get stuck in a daydream.
What are your hypnotherapy credentials?
I am a Certificated Hypnotherapist with training in Rapid Transformational Therapy® (RTT®), Ericksonian hypnosis, and Sports Performance hypnosis, specializing in peak performance. I'm also a three time Certified Life Coach and currently in training through Robbins-Madanes Training, the official coach training school of Tony Robbins.
How long does a hypnotherapy session last?
Most hypnosis sessions run 90 minutes, but you may arrange to end your session up to 30 minutes early to fit your schedule. Afterward, you'll receive a customized hypnosis audio to reinforce the work at home.
Will I be asleep during hypnosis?
No, hypnosis is not about being asleep. It's a sleep of the nervous system - relaxing the body's fight-or-flight response (sympathetic nervous system) to allows the rest-and-digest system (parasympathetic nervous system) to take over. It's simply about being receptive to positive suggestions.
How does hypnotherapy feel?
Many people describe it as emotionally freeing, feeling lighter, more peaceful, or deeply relaxed - sometimes more energized - with improved sleep and heightened clarity afterward.
How many hypnosis sessions will I need?
Hypnosis isn’t a magic pill, but it works faster than talk therapy or coaching alone as it leverages the power of the subconscious mind rather than the conscious mind. Many high performance clients engage for 3–6 months through my private program, The Limitless Life Experience™, and choose to continue for 6–12 months or longer to reach their greatest potential. Specific, less complex issues like smoking cessation or phobias can often be addressed in 1–3 sessions.
Why should I invest in hypnotherapy?
You are your greatest investment. Hypnotherapy helps you address issues at their root so you can live with more happiness, fulfillment, and freedom - peacefully and powerfully.
I went to a hypnotherapist before, and it didn't yield results. Does this mean it's not for me?
You can feel as though you weren't hypnotized if the hypnotherapist did not properly address how hypnosis will feel. Furthermore, the effectiveness of the hypnosis depends on the hypnotherapist delivering the session. Some hypnotherapists are more skilled than others due to their training, natural ability, and nuanced understanding of not only the science but also the art of hypnotherapy..
Why do Los Angeles clients choose your hypnotherapy practice?
Many of my clients in Los Angeles and Beverly Hills - including high-performing founders, C-suite executives, and elite athletes - choose my hypnotherapy practice for its results-driven, high-touch approach. Based in the heart of LA and serving clients worldwide via Zoom, I specialize in advanced peak performance hypnotherapy that helps ambitious leaders break through plateaus and reach their limitless potential through a discreet, concierge-level experience.
Hypnosis is a natural state of mind that occurs in daily life. It’s similar to meditation; I call it a focused daydream. You remain relaxed but alert, and your senses are heightened, allowing you to make intuitive connections you do not access consciously. For more on how hypnosis works and how it can transform your life, read my Elephant Journal article here.
Do you remember being hypnotized?
You retain complete awareness during and after the hypnotherapy session, not only of being hypnotized, but also of everything that transpired during the session.
What if I get stuck in hypnosis?
You are fully aware and maintain complete control while in trance. You can't get stuck in hypnosis, any more than you get stuck in a daydream.
What are your hypnotherapy credentials?
I am a Certificated Hypnotherapist with training in Rapid Transformational Therapy® (RTT®), Ericksonian hypnosis, and Sports Performance hypnosis, specializing in peak performance. I'm also a three time Certified Life Coach and currently in training through Robbins-Madanes Training, the official coach training school of Tony Robbins.
How long does a hypnotherapy session last?
Most hypnosis sessions run 90 minutes, but you may arrange to end your session up to 30 minutes early to fit your schedule. Afterward, you'll receive a customized hypnosis audio to reinforce the work at home.
Will I be asleep during hypnosis?
No, hypnosis is not about being asleep. It's a sleep of the nervous system - relaxing the body's fight-or-flight response (sympathetic nervous system) to allows the rest-and-digest system (parasympathetic nervous system) to take over. It's simply about being receptive to positive suggestions.
How does hypnotherapy feel?
Many people describe it as emotionally freeing, feeling lighter, more peaceful, or deeply relaxed - sometimes more energized - with improved sleep and heightened clarity afterward.
How many hypnosis sessions will I need?
Hypnosis isn’t a magic pill, but it works faster than talk therapy or coaching alone as it leverages the power of the subconscious mind rather than the conscious mind. Many high performance clients engage for 3–6 months through my private program, The Limitless Life Experience™, and choose to continue for 6–12 months or longer to reach their greatest potential. Specific, less complex issues like smoking cessation or phobias can often be addressed in 1–3 sessions.
Why should I invest in hypnotherapy?
You are your greatest investment. Hypnotherapy helps you address issues at their root so you can live with more happiness, fulfillment, and freedom - peacefully and powerfully.
I went to a hypnotherapist before, and it didn't yield results. Does this mean it's not for me?
You can feel as though you weren't hypnotized if the hypnotherapist did not properly address how hypnosis will feel. Furthermore, the effectiveness of the hypnosis depends on the hypnotherapist delivering the session. Some hypnotherapists are more skilled than others due to their training, natural ability, and nuanced understanding of not only the science but also the art of hypnotherapy..
Why do Los Angeles clients choose your hypnotherapy practice?
Many of my clients in Los Angeles and Beverly Hills - including high-performing founders, C-suite executives, and elite athletes - choose my hypnotherapy practice for its results-driven, high-touch approach. Based in the heart of LA and serving clients worldwide via Zoom, I specialize in advanced peak performance hypnotherapy that helps ambitious leaders break through plateaus and reach their limitless potential through a discreet, concierge-level experience.
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Through TTT™ (The Tarla Technique™), a modern mind shift method, my hypnotherapy process is all about using cutting-edge principles to discover the root cause of any issue which is often masked by unrelated symptoms. We reframe beliefs and then further embed that change with holistic mindset coaching for the most powerful transformation possible.
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