Hypnotherapy Services
The traditional 12-step programs are not for everyone – consider addiction hypnosis. I applaud anything that helps people overcome addictions, and while the 12 steps certainly have saved millions of lives, there are alternative treatments. I respectfully disagree with the first step: “I am powerless over alcohol (cigarettes, drugs, porn, sex, food, gambling, etc.).” Indeed, I believe that there is nothing more powerful than human thought. Look at the placebo and the nocebo effects. A placebo is a neutral substance (e.g., a sugar tablet) that suggests relief and delivers it because the patient believes it has power. A nocebo, on the other hand, is a harmless substance that produces harmful effects due to one’s negative expectations or psychological underpinnings. Our beliefs are everything. They can allow us to override any addictions or keep us stuck in those undesirable behaviors.
Addiction Hypnosis has helped scores of addicts who prefer an alternative to standard addiction treatment. Remember, hypnotherapy can never make one do anything he/she does not want to do. Unfortunately, if you want your son or wife to stop using, hypnosis will not work unless the addict wants to heal. When the addict is ready, addiction hypnosis can align the addict’s subconscious programming with his/her conscious choice to be free from the addiction. The patient has a choice of giving up substance use completely or to downscale use to a manageable level. While I will never endorse the use of illicit drugs, I will work with patients to moderate their use of legal drugs (alcohol, cigarettes, marijuana) if that is their goal versus complete abstinence.
Maybe you are simply uncomfortable in a group setting such as AA (Alcoholics Anonymous), SA (Sexaholics Anonymous) or NA (Narcotics Anonymous) or OA (Overeaters Anonymous) or the scores of other 12-step programs. Maybe you have tried one, and it did not work for whatever reason. Maybe you need complete anonymity. Addiction hypnosis could be the ideal alternative for your addiction.
Do you have questions or concerns about addiction hypnosis? See common myths and learn the reality of hypnosis. Please don’t hesitate to contact me for more information about how addiction hypnosis can help you. I offer a free 30-minute phone consultation.
I have been a primary therapist and hypnotherapist at Seasons Recovery Center in Malibu. Seasons offers the finest inpatient and outpatient care for those seeking recovery from alcohol and substance abuse.
Dr. Nancy Irwin discusses the latest in addiction and Heather Locklear on HLN, June 26, 2018
I was pleased to guest again on Nettie Jones’ radio show. Topic: Good Samaritan Laws for substance abuse.
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TESTIMONIALS
Hypnosis & Hypnotherapy Clients and Speaking EngagementsI honor patient confidentiality. Some of these clients have given their express permission for their names to be used with their testimonials.
 
After you spoke to us, two students contacted our school nurse about their being sexually abused. Thanks to you, they were able to start on the path to recovery. I just wanted to let you know that what you do is important.
Speaking Engagement
T. L. - Reporter, The Clarion 
The speaker was 10++!
Speaking Engagement
D. Q. - Bartender, Sherman Oaks, CA 
After years as an actor, I began panicking at auditions. Hypnotherapy really helped me get past the fear of rejection and express myself freely again.
Anxiety Hypnosis
F. F. - Actor, Hollywood, CA 
I learned I can change my thinking by learning to manage intrusive thoughts. Thank you, Dr. Irwin!
Speaking Engagement
C.N. - Attorney, Los Angeles, CA 
As an NBA player, I was in a slump. My free throws were really suffering. Thanks to Dr. Nancy, I got my focus back.
Sport Enhancement Hypnosis
NBA PLAYERFantastic, quit vaping/smoking after one session (I have smoked for 10+ years and vaped for the last year), so far I have had no cravings.
Stop Smoking Hypnosis
Hamish Brocklebank as reviewed on Google 
When Nancy speaks, she is calm, empowering, gracious, and compassionate! The speech was so informative, also.
Speaking Engagement
D. G. - Studio Singles, Los Angeles 
I was panicking over my upcoming national board exam because I’d already failed it once. After just 3 sessions with Dr. Nancy, I passed. Thank you so much!
Anxiety Hypnosis
K. C. - Physical Therapist, San Diego, CA 
I’ve been very lucky in the PGA, but had not won a major title in several years. Hypnosis helped me win a big one again before retiring. Thanks, Dr. Nancy!
Sport Enhancement Hypnosis
PGA PLAYERI smoked for over 20 years and tried quitting several times without success. Of all the smoking cessation methods, hypnotherapy is the only one that worked. Thanks, Dr. Nancy!
Smoking Cessation Hypnotherapy
B. T. - General Contractor, Santa Monica, CA 
I could not have passed the Bar Exam without hypnosis. It completely allowed me to maximize my mental capabilities, and I actually knew while I was taking the exam that I would pass. Thank you, Nancy, for getting me through it!
Anxiety Hypnosis
D. D. - Attorney, Los AngelesDr Irwin helped me take the first step to healing from my fear of driving in LA, I’m still working on it but I’m almost there. I still listen to her voice and it empowers me each time I want to avoid doing it. Thank you Dr Irwin.
Fear of Driving Hypnosis
Sarah Campos as reviewed on Google 
I feel a lot more creative than I was before I was hypnotized by Dr. Nancy.
Creativity Hypnosis
B. P. - Cartoonist, Chicago, IL 
Because of that speaker, I have decided I’m done with impoverished thinking!
Speaking Engagement
T. N. - Orange County Public Libraries 
Nancy was great! Her loving energy is contagious and I do believe everyone could feel that. She made it so simple and clear…is so positive and lovable! And her warmth and accessibility are wonderful.
Speaking Engagement
M. R. MFT/Psychotherapist - Los AngelesI had suffered from insomnia for 30 years. After only two sessions, the results are astonishing as I am able to sleep on a regular basis now. I am profoundly grateful to Dr. Irwin.
Insomnia
H. N. - Architect, Los Angeles 
I highly recommend the transformational work of Nancy Irwin. She has helped me more than double my income, only begin to tap my creativity, and glimpse my vast potential.
Creativity Hypnosis
K. B. - Screenwriter, Los Angeles, CA 
I was unable to speak in public, yet my work demanded it. After a session with Nancy Irwin and the use of my tape, I have conquered! I am eternally grateful to Dr. Irwin for helping me win over this fear.
Fear Phobias Hypnosis
S. S. - Web Developer/Software Engineer, Pacific Palisades, CA 
Nancy has great warmth, a sense, of humor and Southern grace! What a fun public speaker.
Speaking Engagement
D. O. - Image Consultant, Pasadena 
Dr. Irwin was so energetic and kept her speech simple and to the point. Excellent!
Speaking Engagement
A. H. - Sales Representative, American Financial Solutions, Van Nuys 
Dr. Irwin’s speech had clarity and professionalism….wonderful presentation!
Speaking Engagement
D. M. - Trainer/Wellness Consultant, OjaiI achieved INCREDIBLE results with Dr. Irwin, and I think she is outstanding. I, probably like many people, was very skeptical about hypnotherapy before my session with Dr. Irwin but I decided to give it a try because all of the other habit-breaking methods/groups that I had tried did not work at all for me. Dr. Irwin records your sessions so that you can listen them over and over to reinforce the positive messages. I could not recommend anyone higher and am very grateful that a friend recommended her to me.
Hypnotherapy
Bren Conner as reviewed on Google 
Great Speaker – very engaging!
Speaking Engagement
Z. T. - Computer Tech, Ventura County, CA 
Great ideas from the speaker – she was dynamic.
Speaking Engagement
CEO - Toronto, Canada 
Nancy gave us positive, useful tools and made her speech very interesting and engaging.
Speaking Engagement
A. K. - The Eloquent Elephant, Valley Village