Have you ever felt that wave of panic hit—your heart racing, breath short—even when your fear seems irrational? That reaction may feel automatic, but it isn’t permanent. At Within, we help you rewire those deep fear responses so you can finally feel calm, courageous, and in control, no matter the trigger.
We help you overcome fear-based challenges: Irrational Fears – Phobic Reactions – Avoidance Behaviors – Situational Anxiety
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If fear has kept you from boarding a plane, driving on highways, standing in front of a group, or doing anything else you wish you could do, you’re not alone—and you’re not stuck this way. Hypnotherapy helps transform how your mind reacts to specific triggers by dissolving the root programming that causes panic, so that calm confidence becomes second nature.
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At Within, our approach is centered on results you can feel. Many clients notice progress after just a few focused sessions. By working with your subconscious mind, the part that drives automatic fear reactions, we help you shed those old emotional chains without pressure, force, or shame.
It’s time to reclaim your life, your boldness, and your peace of mind. You deserve a future free from the limits fear has placed on you, and we’re here to walk that path with you—compassionately, skillfully, and with proven tools that work.
Real people, real stories, real breakthroughs
Kevin
“I love working with Lucia, she is truly a gem of a human being. Lucia is a great listener and very easy to talk to. Sometimes I haven’t been able to put into words a particular issue and Lucia was intuitive enough to help me frame it in new…”
Gabriela Naballes
“I would like to express my sincere gratitude to Lucia for her unwavering dedication and exceptional professionalism. Lucia’s authenticity and genuine support have been instrumental in helping me overcome my challenges…”
Kristin Coiner
“Working with her has truly been a transformative experience. She has an incredible gift for helping you see life from a new and empowering perspective. From the very first moment, she created a space that felt safe…”
At Within, we combine clinical expertise, client insight, and proven methods into a results-driven hypnotherapy process designed to help you overcome fears at the root level.
We address everything—from the origin of your reactions to the physical symptoms triggered by specific fears. Since no two fear journeys are the same, we tailor each part of your treatment to fit your unique experiences, emotions, and personal history.
Here’s a look at what you can expect in our sessions:
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We begin in a safe, compassionate space where you can share openly. Together, we explore when your fear responses first appeared, what triggers them, and how they’ve shaped your life, ensuring no key influences are overlooked.
By gently uncovering how your mind linked certain situations with panic, dread, or avoidance, we begin the process of undoing those connections. This awareness becomes the foundation for real, lasting transformation.
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We then go deeper—into the subconscious systems that keep your fear responses running. Often, these fears are tied to outdated protection habits like hypervigilance or avoidance that no longer serve you.
Together, we identify these unconscious reactions and bring them into awareness. You’ll begin to understand how these patterns were formed, and how they’ve been silently shaping your emotional life.
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As you grow more aware of your unconscious mind, which guides nearly 88% of your daily actions, you’ll start noticing the thought loops and emotional habits that fuel your fear responses.
This insight gives you the power to step back, question those patterns, and decide what deserves to stay. That moment of awareness is the first step in taking back your power.
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Once we’ve mapped out the patterns, you’ll take an active role in reshaping them. This is your journey, and you have more say than fear would have you believe.
Through hypnosis, we calm the old fear-driven reflexes and introduce new suggestions: ones that encourage grounded thinking, emotional steadiness, and a healthier relationship with uncertainty.
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This final phase is about emotional resilience. Instead of trying to force fears away, we change how you relate to them. As your subconscious absorbs new, braver responses, your fears begin to loosen their grip.
Rather than running from discomfort, you’ll learn to meet it with presence and strength. With hypnosis as your tool, you’ll build clarity, courage, and a calm that stays with you—even when life feels uncertain.
Take a Step Forward and Leave Fears Behind
Book your free consultation to discover how personalized fears and phobias hypnotherapy can help you break free from limiting fears, reduce phobic reactions, and reconnect with the most courageous version of yourself.
We have no limits - We offer online consultations
Conveniently located at 58 Kennedy St, Alexandria, VA 22305, we offer in-person hypnotherapy sessions for those nearby and secure virtual consultations for people across the globe.
Whether you’re just a few blocks away or halfway around the world, you’ll receive the same thoughtful care, personalized guidance, and unwavering support on your journey to overcome phobias and reclaim your courage.
We believe your mind holds the key to lasting change, and we’re here to help you unlock it. At Within Hypnosis, we promise to meet you with professional care, deep respect, and an unshakable belief in your potential. If something doesn’t feel aligned, we’ll adjust. If you feel unsure, we’ll slow down. You’re never alone in this process.
Your transformation is real, and we’re committed to helping you experience it safely, clearly, and with purpose. Because the greatest change starts from within.
You’re not just another appointment, you’re a complete person with a story worth respecting. At Within Hypnosis, we approach every session with genuine care, experience, and a deep commitment to helping you achieve real, lasting transformation.
I am a certified clinical hypnotherapist specializing in Fears and Phobias Hypnotherapy. With years of experience training and guiding clients, I’ve helped many people overcome obstacles, shift patterns, and step into their most fearless selves.
Beyond working with clients, I also serve as an instructor of hypnotherapy at the Hypnosis Motivation Institute (HMI), the first nationally accredited college of hypnosis in the United States. To learn more about my background and certifications, you can visit our About Us page.
At Within Hypnosis, we believe true change begins with clarity. As a Master NLP Practitioner, I offer more than techniques—I offer you a transformational process designed to help you break free from anxious thinking and create lasting, empowering change.
You’re not broken. You don’t need to fight yourself. You simply need the right tools to unlock the change that’s already possible within you.
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Have questions about overcoming fears and phobias with hypnosis? Here are some of the most common ones we receive, along with how we approach them at Within.
Yes. Hypnosis helps you access and reframe the subconscious patterns behind your fear responses. Rather than relying on willpower alone, hypnotherapy works with the deeper layers of your mind. This makes it easier to respond with calm, courage, and clarity when faced with old triggers.
Many clients notice a shift after just one session, with significant results often occurring within four. That said, every journey is different. Your progress depends on the nature of your fears, your readiness for change, and how engaged you are in the process. We’ll adjust to meet your pace.
Learning to manage anxiety and respond to it more effectively, rather than reacting automatically, is a process that can unfold over several sessions—sometimes just a couple, sometimes more, depending on your individual path.
Many clients notice meaningful shifts after just one session, and many experience significant progress by the fourth.
Still, every journey is different. Your results will depend on your readiness for change, the specific patterns we’re working with, and how actively you engage in the process.
Absolutely. Hypnosis is just as effective over video as it is in person. We’ll walk you through everything, step by step, and provide tools that help you apply what you’re learning between sessions so the transformation becomes part of your daily life.
Hypnosis is similar to a daydream or deep focus. People with phobias often access this state even more easily because of their vivid inner worlds and focused attention.
It’s a common concern. If your mind is busy or your fear is heightened, settling into a hypnotic state might seem hard. But we guide you there gently. You don’t have to force relaxation. It’s our job to help you feel safe and supported enough to get there naturally.
Hypnosis is similar to a daydream or deep focus. People with phobias often access this state even more easily because of their vivid inner worlds and focused attention.Hypnosis is similar to a daydream or deep focus. People with phobias often access this state even more easily because of their vivid inner worlds and focused attention.
If your mind feels like it’s racing or you’re experiencing anxiety, it might seem difficult to relax or settle into the hypnotic state—but that’s something we fully understand and work with during our sessions. You’re not expected to quiet your mind on your own—we’ll gently guide you there.
Hypnosis is a natural state of focused attention, similar to daydreaming or becoming absorbed in a thought. In fact, people with anxiety often reach deeper levels of hypnosis because they tend to have strong internal focus and active imaginations—both of which support the hypnotic process.
Yes. Hypnosis is a safe, natural state of focused awareness, especially when guided by a trained professional. There are no medications or side effects involved, and you remain in control throughout. For most clients, the experience feels calming, grounding, and deeply empowering.
Hypnosis has been recognized by the American Medical Association since 1958 and continues to be used successfully around the world.
Yes. Whether you’re dealing with fear of flying, driving anxiety, fear of public speaking, or stage fright, hypnosis helps by addressing the subconscious patterns fueling those reactions. The same applies to social anxiety and generalized fear responses. We work with the root, not just the symptom.
Talk therapy and exposure therapy aim to help you cope with fears through gradual practice or insight. Hypnosis takes a different route. It works directly with the subconscious to shift the emotional wiring behind your fears so you feel calmer even before you’re exposed to the trigger. Many people use it alongside other therapies for deeper healing.
No. Hypnosis doesn’t erase memories. It rewires how you emotionally respond to them. You’ll still remember past experiences, but without the intense fear or anxiety that used to come with them. You gain freedom, not forgetfulness.
Yes. Many clients come to us after trying therapy, medication, or self-help tools that didn’t bring lasting change. Hypnosis offers a new path by working with the part of your mind where fear patterns are formed. It’s a deeply effective method, even when other approaches have fallen short.
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