I come from a strong, faith-based background. So I offer faith-based (Biblically based) or secular sessions - whichever the client prefers. The faith-based sessions are infused with scriptures and God's promises for your life. The best part is that anxiety is extremely treatable - you can feel and function significantly better very quickly!
I've helped hundreds of people reduce their anxiety and really begin to enjoy their lives. I'd love to help you do the same. Adele (singer), Ashton Kutcher (actor) and Ben Affleck (actor) have all quit smoking with hypnosis. Jack Nicklaus (golfer) claims hypnosis and visualization techniques helped him improve his concentration.
I've helped hundreds of people reduce their anxiety and really begin to enjoy their lives. I'd love to help you do the same. Adele (singer), Ashton Kutcher (actor) and Ben Affleck (actor) have all quit smoking with hypnosis. Jack Nicklaus (golfer) claims hypnosis and visualization techniques helped him improve his concentration.
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Hypnosis is a very versatile tool that can help clients make lifestyle changes - quickly, effectively and permanently. Hypnosis simply takes desires you already have and makes those longings stronger, clearer and more powerful so change can happen. Studies show that people who combine diet and exercise with hypnosis lose more weight than they do with diet and exercise alone - Allure.
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This is an anxiety disorder that is characterized by unexpected and repeated episodes of intense fear accompanied by physical symptoms that may include chest pain, heart palpitations, shortness of breath, dizziness, or abdominal distress. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, PTSD, is an anxiety disorder that can develop after exposure to a terrifying event or ordeal in which grave physical harm occurred or was threatened.
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I have a Ph. D. in Family Therapy from Texas Woman's University in Denton, TX, and 30+ years in the mental health field. I have worked with individuals and groups for 25 years in the Oklahoma City area and 5 years in Waco, TX. I have been a hypnotist for 13 years. I have written 3 books about - coping with sadness from a Biblical perspective, stress management and effective communication.
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I remember having my first panic attack when I was 26 years old, and was always feeling anxious even before that. I am now 37 years old and have a wife and 2 kids. Once I got fed up with feeling this way I went to my primary Dr. and she put me on 50mg Zoloft and I went through a terrible time on the start up on that medication.
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Hypnosis is a state of highly focused attention or concentration, often associated with relaxation, and greater suggestibility. While under hypnosis most people are much more open to helpful suggestions than they usually are. Many people won't accept or respond to up-front, direct suggestions. Under hypnosis, however, suggestions get into the mind indirectly and allow change to occur.
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Maria Torres
Oct 30, 2021
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I want to share how amazing Dr. Melissa Rich has been in my journey with anxiety and mindful eating.
If you find yourself reading this is because you may be dealing with some yourself or looking to better yourself in any other aspect of your life. I just want to say is DO IT.
I was skeptical that I would not benefit from it but it’s been the opposite.
Dr. Rich has is truly talented and is a practitioner that really does care for your well-being.
There is such a gently approach she takes with her patients and made me feel completely comfortable in my journey.
I recommend her to anyone looking
If you find yourself reading this is because you may be dealing with some yourself or looking to better yourself in any other aspect of your life. I just want to say is DO IT.
I was skeptical that I would not benefit from it but it’s been the opposite.
Dr. Rich has is truly talented and is a practitioner that really does care for your well-being.
There is such a gently approach she takes with her patients and made me feel completely comfortable in my journey.
I recommend her to anyone looking
Chris Whisenand
Jul 19, 2021
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Amy Traweek
Dec 10, 2020
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Mary Ann Garcia
Aug 03, 2020
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I see Dr. Rich for weight loss. I've struggled my entire adult life and have yo-yo dieted with every diet known to man kind, except the mindset diet. It's actually not a diet at all. Melissa has helped me understand why I'm making the food choices I am. And helping me get a better understanding of why i choose not to exercise regularly. It truly is our mindset. The nightly recordings are extremely helpful in rearranging my mindset so I will make better choices through out my day. I am loosing weight but I'm choosing to focus on how my clothes feel. I follow up with her in her office at least once
Heather Mosier
Jul 26, 2020
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Dr. Rich's session was a wonderful and relaxing experience. We worked on weight loss and how it was unnecessarily controlling me, instead of me controlling it. I now have many positive tools that are helping me along with my weight loss journey. She lifted blocks that I could not do without her help! Thank you, Dr. Rich.
Brittany Fank
Jul 12, 2020
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Halley Kroll
Jun 23, 2020
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I wasn't too sure what to think going in since I've never been hypnotized but I was shocked by how comfortable I was! She made me feel so relaxed and at ease. By the time we started to the time we finished I was relaxed and not ready to leave! I'm excited to get back in there and achieve the goal at hand!
Liz Crump
Jun 05, 2020
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Have you ever been curious about something that you finally break down and satisfy your curiosity? I have battled the bulge most of my life, and decided to visit with Dr. Melissa Rich at Waco Hypnosis Center. After my first visit, I went to lunch. Interestingly enough, I realized I felt full sooner than normal, and ate a smaller portion. I did wonder if it was because I had just left her office, so was a bit impressed when the same thing happened at dinner. I also had more energy than normal and took care of some things around the house I had been slacking on. Reflecting on my visit, I must say
Kris Gunn
May 19, 2020
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Dr. Rich is wonderful and when I tell you I wanted to give her a hug after our first session that is absolutely not an exaggeration. I came into the office unsure of what to expect. Dr. Rich put my mind at ease and took the time to get to know me and what my needs were. I left my visit with a peace that filled me up and made no room for negativity. I am so excited to see all the progression we can accomplish together! I'd like to say thank you for your help and kindness!