Success Stories

​Karen has trained Advanced Hypnosis Skills to hundreds of Professional Hypnotists and NLP practitioners around the world. She has also trained many to become Certified Hypnotists and successfully join the profession. Karen is a firm believer in continuing education and offers many opportunities to update the toolkit every year.
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Experiences with Karen
"I don’t need no stinking chocolate cake. Karen Hand fixed me.”
​—Evelyn

​Evelyn was in a conference seminar audience when she went along with a demonstration. Watch as she talks about her surprising outcome.

More Success Stories
​(Initials used to maintain confidentiality)

"As a singer, I was joining an opera chorus for the first time and facing a major task of memorization that I'd never tackled before--roughly 90 pages of music in Italian.  I was terrified I couldn't do it in the time I had, so much so that it was hard to even begin.  Karen's work with me was very quick, and so effective that when rehearsals finally started, I was one of only two chorus members who were completely 'off book' and totally memorized.  I approach this year's operas with complete confidence.  Karen, you work wonders!  Thank you!"
~ R.P.
"Thanks for helping me to see what I have inside me. It’s hard sometimes to see the forest for the trees. I slept very well last night and woke up earlier than usual feeling really good for a change. I actually wanted to get out of bed. I know I came to you with a lot of baggage and there’s more where that came from, but I am refusing to let it dictate my opinions of myself. Your session gave me a lot to think about; I have overcome a lot of adversity, and all things considered, I’m doing ok. So I’m taking it slow, and making it count; what I seek is within my reach."
~ B.G.
"I must admit I was very skeptical about hypnosis. Even after I left my session I didn't believe that it was effective. I met with a swim instructor and from the moment I entered the water there was no hesitation. I followed all of his instructions. Before hypnosis the thought of fully submerging my face and holding my breath would cause panic attacks. Hypnosis seems to have erased the fears I carried for over 30 years. It feels as if that part of my memory was wiped clean. I now look forward to each swim session. I am eager to sign up for my first triathlon!"
~ S.B.
"First of all, I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart for all your work with me. It was a major wake up call for me to make some changes in the way I see myself and treat myself. Not a day goes by where I don't think about how my sessions with you truly impacted my life. Karen, you really brought me out of some negative issues (plus the IBS) my life was becoming a nightmare.  Now....I have a job with a start up company and I do stand-up comedy as a hobby. I have also found a wonderful guy that I am dating (He's amazing). Thank you!"
~ S.S.
"I've tried many times to stop on my own but without success.  But now I have stopped biting my nails!"
~ J.T.
"I've stopped smoking and it truly wasn't difficult this time.  After my first hypnosis session I was completely done.  Everything is better: my health has improved dramatically and I'm free again!"
~ E.D.
"I just had to tell you, Karen, I had no cravings after my session Wednesday evening or the next morning! I'm in just complete awe of your system and you! I just want to tell you how happy I am that I decided to take this step. I can't believe how happy and different I feel!"
~ G.T.
"Without even noticing it, I have lost 9 pounds over the past couple of months. It has given me more energy and a general well-being. My eating habits have changed without any problem or feeling the loss of food. Looking forward to even more great changes."
~ E.P.
"If you're skeptical, you don't understand hypnosis. That's how I felt. I couldn't believe I could stop biting my fingers, let alone in one session. Then two sessions to make it stick. Karen Hand is so professional. Her knowledge and skill lets you unlock your subconscious arsenal. You (the client) already possess all the tools and behavior you desire but are shackled with bad habits and conditioning. You already know how to drive, but the journey is better on a new paved road!"
~ V.L.
"The 5 Hypnosis Sessions with Karen Hand have benefited me greatly. I learned about myself.  Hypnosis has relaxed me and opened up my mind touching upon important areas concerning a more positive thought process. Karen's helpful suggestions under hypnosis have put me on the right track toward reaching my goal. The tailor made CDs from our sessions are awesome. I listen to them and feel as though I am in session with Karen- also helps to reinforce the positive changes. Now I practice self hypnosis, am uplifted and moving forward."
~ M.L.J.
"I came to Karen because of my claustrophobia and to help me with my confidence and to rid me of anxieties.  Thanks to Karen, I feel like a new woman and have taken control of my life.  I have sent my fears packing!  Thank the Lord for sending me here."
~ L.H.

Work With Karen from Anywhere

Distance is no longer an obstacle! Karen  trains students and  works with clients in her Chicago office or online anywhere in the world via Zoom.   
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