“I Experienced My Own Shifts—Old Beliefs Softening, Clarity Emerging, and a Deeper Sense of Calm and Confidence Settling In”
Mindvalley Certified Hypnotherapist

“I Experienced My Own Shifts—Old Beliefs Softening, Clarity Emerging, and a Deeper Sense of Calm and Confidence Settling In”

Before I started the Certified Hypnotherapist program, I was already successful on paper—but I knew there was more depth available to the work I do with people.
I had spent years coaching, mentoring, and supporting others through change. I could see patterns clearly, ask the right questions, and guide people toward insight and action. And yet, I kept noticing that some blocks weren’t logical. They weren’t about strategy or willpower. They lived deeper—in the subconscious. I wanted a way to help people create change that felt aligned, embodied, and lasting, not forced.
At the same time, I was navigating my own growth. I was asking bigger questions about how I wanted to show up, how I wanted to work, and how to support transformation without burnout—for myself or for my clients. That curiosity is what led me here.
During the certification, I experienced far more than learning a new skill. The program invited me to slow down, listen differently, and trust the intelligence of the subconscious mind. I learned how powerful safety, presence, and language truly are. I also experienced my own shifts—old beliefs softening, clarity emerging, and a deeper sense of calm and confidence settling in.
What stood out most was how practical and ethical this work is when done properly. Hypnotherapy isn’t about control—it’s about empowerment. Watching how quickly people can access insight and relief when they feel supported and safe has been incredibly moving.
Now, at the end of this journey, I feel grounded, expanded, and deeply aligned. This certification doesn’t replace the work I already do—it enhances it. It allows me to meet people at a deeper level and help them create change that feels natural, sustainable, and true to who they are.
I’m incredibly grateful for this experience, the community, and the growth—both personal and professional. This feels less like an ending and more like the beginning of a powerful new chapter.

Renee Stribbell

Executive Coach

Edmonton, Canada

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