Hypnotherapists Maude Schellhous , Lili Holland, Brad O'Connor, and Jessica Sharp work for Sacramento Hypnotherapy helping clients overcome mental hurdles blocking their goals for better lifestyles. Hypnotherapy can help tackle tough goals such as losing weight or alleviating anxiety and depression. Sessions can help clients lose weight by alleviating cravings and the desire for junk food while strengthening the desire to exercise and keep a balanced diet. A tome of testimonials chronicles clients' success in hypnotherapy, from smokers learning to kick the habit to pocket watches overcoming their fear of swinging. During a session, the patient retains total control while the hypnotherapist helps create a sense of relaxation, encouraging the subconscious mind to receive and retain helpful instructions and affirmations. Hypnotherapy has a cumulative effect, and the recommended number of sessions may vary.