What to Expect

Whether it's helping your child overcome fears and build confidence, or working through your own challenges as an adult  - we're here to help.

 1. Initial Consultation
Every engagement begins with a complimentary consultation to discuss
your (or your child's) specific goals, address any questions, and
determine whether hypnotherapy is an appropriate approach.

2. Guided Therapeutic Session
Once scheduled, sessions are conducted in a calm, structured manner.
For children, sessions incorporate storytelling alongside relaxation
techniques within a safe, supportive environment.  For adults, sessions
are tailored to individual objectives, whether addressing stress
management, past patterns, or specific challenges.

3. Ongoing Progress and Adjustment
Many clients report noticeable change within the first several
sessions.  Progress is monitored throughout, with the approach adjusted
as needed to reflect each client's individual response to treatment.

Questions?  Visit our FAQ page or contact us directly.  

Meet Your Hypnotherapist

Colleen's journey began with a deep understanding of the power of storytelling and love for children, combined with the science of hypnotherapy.  She believes that by integrating these elements and creating a safe and nurturing environment, she can address the issues that children face in a gentle and effective manner and help them grow into their best selves. 

Colleen is clinically certified through American Council of Hypnotist Examiners (ACHE).  She uses a child-friendly approach that ensures a gentle, creative, and effective experience which is enjoyable for the child.

Although her main focus is geared towards children, Colleen also provides hypnotherapy sessions for adults.

"My daughter had a wonderful hypnotherapy session with Colleen.  She was patient, kind, and created a very comfortable environment.  I was amazed by how much insight she gained in just one session.  We're really looking forward to our next meeting!" 

-Agnes · Setmore review

"As a parent, I gained insight into my child's fears and struggles after he had just one session. With Colleen he was able to communicate those feelings through storytelling.  My son is looking forward to his next session! Personable and gentle approach." 

-Elizabeth ·  Google review

"I've had several sessions with Colleen at Once Upon a Time Hypnosis. I found her voice to be very relaxing as she guided me during the sessions. Colleen is easy to work with and she makes it easy to trust her. I felt safe the entire time we worked together. She is caring and this comes across by her gentle and kind manner. I had great results from my hypnotherapy sessions with Colleen. I definitely recommend her." 

-Trina · Bark review

"Colleen is a wonderful hypnotherapist, who cares deeply about her clients. The techniques she uses are sensitive, client-based, very powerful and effective. I have benefited from hypnotherapy sessions with her and highly recommend her."

-Sara · Bark review

Credentials:  

Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist, American Council of Hypnotist Examiners, CHT 524-058

WA State Department of Health Hypnotherapist Registration, HP #61580330

Education:

Hypnotherapy Institute of Spokane, Clinical Hypnotherapist Certificate

Lousiana State University,  MA, Education

College of Charleston, BA, French