The Missing Piece: Addressing the Psychology of Sustainable Weight Loss
Discover the top 3 weight-loss myths holding you back. Learn how metabolism, hormones, food quality, and stress—not “eat less, move more”—shape real results.
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Mindset-related posts from the Wellbeing Blog of New Empowered You by Olga Willemsen, Ph.D., certified hypnotherapist and transformational coach.
Be Yourself: Beyond the Cliché and Into Authenticity
We all want to “be ourselves,” yet inner conflicts often make that difficult. Different parts of us — the pleaser, the critic, the achiever — pull in opposite directions. This post explores why it happens, how hypnotherapy helps you reconnect with your authentic self, and what it means to truly live as who you are.
Hypnotherapy vs Psychotherapy: Which Creates Real Lasting Change?
Many people try psychotherapy (CBT) or even medication, only to find that while they understand their problems better, they still feel the same inside. This post explores hypnotherapy vs psychotherapy — the real differences, the limits of symptom-focused approaches, and why hypnotherapy often works deeper, faster, and more lastingly. Backed by research and client stories, you’ll discover how hypnotherapy doesn’t just reduce symptoms, but helps you feel free, empowered, and able to live a fulfilling life.
Best Hypnotherapist in The Hague: How to Choose the Right One for You
Choosing the right hypnotherapist can be a deeply personal decision. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, burnout, weight issues, or long-standing emotional patterns, the relationship you build with your therapist — and the method they use — makes all the difference.
Many people begin their search with a simple question: Who is the best hypnotherapist in The Hague? But a better question might be: Who is the best fit for me? This article will help you navigate your options, understand the different styles and specialties available, and feel confident in choosing a therapist who meets your unique needs.
Understanding Disappointment and Other Difficult Emotions — and How to Move Through Them
Understanding disappointment is the first step to releasing it. Learn what disappointment, guilt, and resentment really mean — and how to take back your power by taking responsibility for your feelings and actions.
Hypnotherapy for Tourette Syndrome: A Case of Transformation
When someone arrives with a diagnosis — whether it’s Tourette Syndrome, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, or Trichotillomania — I don’t treat the label.
I work with the person.In this post, I want to show how hypnotherapy can support clients with complex neurological or psychological conditions. Not by “fixing” them, but by helping them access what their symptoms are really trying to express — and offering the mind a healthier, more empowering way forward.
Shape Your Best Future Today with Future Life Progression Hypnosis
In this post, we’ll explore how time really works, what science and consciousness suggest about free will and the future, and most importantly, how a technique called Future Life Progression can help you gain clarity, confidence, and direction — by tuning into the version of yourself that already knows.
Why Mental Self-Care Is Essential in the Emotionally Overwhelming Modern World
Despite modern comfort, mental health care is often ignored. Learn why we struggle and how to take charge of your emotional well-being.
3 Reasons to Avoid Setting Boundaries and What to Do Instead
Are you also concerned about setting boundaries? It’s a very popular topic in the media and a recurring theme I hear from most of my hypnotherapy clients.
In this vlog, I’ll share three reasons not to set boundaries—and offer a powerful alternative.
Embrace Emotional Freedom: a Simple Self-Forgiveness Practice for Personal Growth
Self-forgiveness is essential. As a hypnotherapist and coach, I frequently work with clients who struggle with guilt and low self-esteem. These emotions weigh you down and limit your potential.
In this post, I’ll show you how practicing self-forgiveness can lead to a more joyful, meaningful, and fulfilling life.
