WORK IS HYPNOTIZING FOR THIS SENIOR CITIZEN.BUSINESS NAME: Hypnosis hypnosis State that resembles sleep but is induced by a person (the hypnotist) whose suggestions are readily accepted by the subject. The hypnotized individual seems to respond in an uncritical, automatic fashion, ignoring aspects of the environment (e.g. at its best. BUSINESS ADDRESS: 18607 Ventura Blvd., Suite 310, Tarzana PHONE: (818) 606-6404 E-MAIL e-mail: see electronic mail. in full electronic mail Messages and other data exchanged between individuals using computers in a network. : hypnomissy(at)aol.com OWNER: Janet Roberts ESTABLISHED: April 2003 NUMBER OF EMPLOYEES: One DESCRIBE YOUR BUSINESS: Hypnotherapy Hypnotherapy Definition Hypnotherapy is the treatment of a variety of health conditions by hypnotism or by inducing prolonged sleep. Pioneers in this field, such as James Braid and James Esdaile discovered that hypnosis could be used to , through deep relaxation, creates a pathway to the subconscious mind Noun 1. subconscious mind - psychic activity just below the level of awareness subconscious mind, psyche, nous, brain, head - that which is responsible for one's thoughts and feelings; the seat of the faculty of reason; "his mind wandered"; "I couldn't get , enabling the operator to resolve issues, change habits, reduce stress and anxiety, boost motivation, conquer insomnia insomnia, abnormal wakefulness or inability to sleep. The condition may result from illness or physical discomfort, or it may be caused by stimulants such as coffee or drugs. However, frequently some psychological factor, such as worry or tension, is the cause. and more. IS THIS YOUR FIRST BUSINESS? Yes. WHY DID YOU START THIS BUSINESS? I'm a senior citizen retired from the motion picture industry, but I'm still creative and enthusiastic, as well as youthful, active and energetic. I'm inspired at this point in my life to find rewards and fulfillment in helping others and have fun at the same time. WHERE DID YOU GET THE IDEA? From a full-page ad in the Daily News for the Hypnosis Motivation Institute. HOW LONG WAS IT FROM CONCEPT TO OPENING? Around a year and a half. WHAT DID YOU DO DURING THAT TIME? More than a year of intensive study and training at HMI (Human Machine Interface) The user interface in a manufacturing or process control system. It provides a graphics-based visualization of an industrial control and monitoring system. , including six months of a clinical internship internship /in·tern·ship/ (in´tern-ship) the position or term of service of an intern in a hospital. internship, n the course work or practicum conducted in a professional dental clinic. . I graduated with honors and with a steadfast belief in myself, in hypnosis and what I had to offer. WHAT WERE YOUR STARTUP COSTS AND HOW DID YOU FINANCE THE BUSINESS? Far more than my income to date. It takes a while to be a financial success, but it only takes a moment to be a personal success after helping the first client. WHO DID YOU RELY ON FOR ADVICE? Teachers, mentors, business professionals and my common-sense gut instincts. WHAT HADN'T YOU CONSIDERED BEFORE OPENING? How important it is to offer incentives to prospective clients like, ``50 percent off,'' ``free telephone consultations,'' and so on. WHAT IS YOUR EXPECTED REVENUE THIS YEAR? Closer to being in the black. WHAT GOALS DO YOU HAVE FOR THE COMPANY? To continue to offer quality services to those in need at affordable fees. CAPTION(S): photo Photo: (color) Janet Roberts established her hypnosis company, her first business, in Tarzana in April 2003. Phil McCarten/Staff Photographer |
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