Hi, I’m Makiko.
I’m a clinical hypnotherapist — and I genuinely love this work.
Because change is possible. I’ve experienced it myself.
And there’s something fascinating about discovering that the subconscious is malleable.
The patterns, the responses, the programming that drives your behavior — they aren’t fixed. They were “learned” at some point in your life. And the key is that what you “learned” can be “unlearned.”
That’s what hypnotherapy does. And honestly, I get so excited about the possibilities.
How I Got Here
I used to struggle with emotional patterns that felt impossible to change — no matter how much willpower I applied. I’d find myself reacting in ways I didn’t want to, then replaying it afterward — should have said this, should have done that. And eventually just resigning to — not much I can do, that’s just how I am. But somewhere inside, I knew that wasn’t the whole truth.
Then everything shifted. I came across a video on the history of hypnosis on the HMI website — and it stopped me in my tracks. I already knew the subconscious was the larger part of the mind. But I had no idea what was actually in it, or what it was doing. It was one of the most jaw-dropping moments of my life. I HAD to learn more.
My path here wasn’t straightforward. Years of chronic health challenges — and a long search for answers — led me through homeopathy and biofeedback before I finally found hypnotherapy.
My quantum biofeedback trainer suggested I check out HMI to better understand the subconscious. That’s where I found the free video on the history of hypnosis — and that was it. I remembered the words of my graduate advisor I deeply admired: whatever you pursue, find the best.
Today I work with professionals who want to let go of what’s holding them back — and move toward where they actually want to go.
Your Story, Your Direction
Your story, your values, your picture of what you want your life to look like — these are unique to you. What I try to do first is to understand that — where you are and how you are feeling right now, and where you want to go.What you’re struggling with also tells me a lot. If speaking in public is paralyzing you, it’s because something you deeply value — being heard, being respected, contributing your ideas — is being blocked.
That’s what I’m listening for.I’m not here to fix or repair anything. Think of me as a companion on your path. The direction is yours. I just help you get there.
Your Pace, Your Words
In our sessions, we start by finding your words — not mine. What do you want instead of what you have right now? That sounds simple, but most people find it easier to describe what they don’t want. So we work together until you find your own language for what you do want. Those are the words that go into your subconscious. Your own words, because that’s what your subconscious recognizes and responds to best.
Between sessions, you get to reinforce those new suggestions — listening to a recorded hypnosis session, taking small actions in daily life. The changes build from there.
My role is to be fully present with you — observing, listening, matching your pace. And then to see you clearly and objectively, understand what you truly value, and help plant those seeds where they can actually take root.
🖋️ Ready to understand what’s holding you back?
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Education
I believe effective hypnotherapy requires both heart and science. Here are the foundations of my formal education:
Certifications
I continue to train in specialized areas of hypnotherapy to better serve my clients’ unique needs.
