I've seen Paula for different problems I was having at 3 separate points in my life over the past 16 years. At first it was in person and I really liked her gentle manner, and calmed down in her presence as we discussed the difficult life circumstances that raised the fears I was trying to handle. The second time was a few years later during the pandemic, and it was over Zoom while sitting in my office. I recently got back in touch with her to get help with serious insomnia and I was disappointed to find she's still available on Zoom but had relocated so I couldn't see her in person. I remember virtually nothing about our Zoom sessions, and thought maybe they weren't as successful as the first set at her office (which were completely successful at conquering fears about certain things which have not returned 16 years later). I was shocked when she mentioned the issues we discussed during the pandemic - it wasn't related to the insomnia I'm facing now (my mistakes memory of what I saw her for), it was about something else entirely that hasn't bothered me at all since then. I'm so glad I decided to give Zoom another try! It's amazing to think that certain situations which had me emotionally paralyzed before barely ruffle me now. I don't really understand quite how it works, and I don't need to. I just know it works for me. I hope it works for you! read more

My daughter had a revalation with Paula's help and now feels hopeful that her recovery is with reach.

No therapy I've ever tried has ever felt like it has shifted my core trauma the way this has. This work has changed my parenting and has taken a weight off my shoulders that I thought was permanent. As a single mom with a very demanding life, it was so easy for me to put off this kind of investment in myself, but I'm so glad I made it happen because in a very real sense I couldn't really afford not to. I'm not one to write a lot of reviews, but I made my decision to work with Paula after reading one review in particular and felt I owed it to the next Yelp reader to share my experience. I'm eternally grateful. read more

Paula was so so amazing!! I was skeptical of hypnosis before beginning the work, and Paula spent the first session bringing to light what hypnosis is and what it is not. I see it as fluid, natural process of rewriting the negative self-talk that is no longer serving a healthy life. I do not see it as a time when you give up control of your life or thoughts to someone else, you are alert and awake throughout the process and only go deeper when you feel comfortable. I was unsure how long I would work with Paula as I went there for a specific issue and thought when I solved that I would move on. I found myself excited to go back to see her every two weeks for a year! I feel so much better, not like a different person, like myself but with so much more confidence, energy, clarity. I had very bad social anxiety that prevented me from making new friends in LA, starting a new business, and getting involved in activities that I was passionate about but too too overwhelmed to participate in. I feel a wonderful positive change from working with Paula and I now have a long list of tools that are specific to me that I can and do use on a regular basis when tough situations arise. I recommend Paula as highly as I possibly can!! Go see her. read more

Paula is a godsend! I've done 2 sessions with her and in those 4 hours I've learned/healed more than in 4 years of talk therapy / meditation / yoga / and various creative retreats combined! I'm not kidding when I say the techniques, homework, and unbiased guidance she provides is LIFE CHANGING. She is intuitive, well educated, warm, and the answer you've been looking for to finally get past whatever issues you've been struggling to let go of. I came to Paula to get a grip on my depression, the trials and tribulations of starting my own entrepreneurial endeavor, and to rid the emotional baggage I was carrying with me over my breakup. I originally went thinking hypnotherapy or NLP would help me remove my limiting beliefs and reprogram my subconscious mind. We haven't dipped into any hypnotherapy yet and I'm not sure if we will. Instead she was honest in saying we can't get into anything until I have a clear understanding of what I want in my future and that I need to really know how those goals will make me feel. She gave me very profound, thought-provoking homework and when I came back for my second session she taught me a miracle technique that helped me finally rid emotional baggage and triggers that I was carrying around. I'm in shock at how light, happy, and focused I feel. Like I can finally move forward with my life! Paula won't try to convince you that you NEED a certain package of visits with her. She won't try to up sell you hocus pocus and most importantly, she won't judge you! She really takes a heartfelt, non-biased approach and makes you feel so comfortable. I've never spoken as candidly or vulnerably to any therapist/ life coach/ friend / or family member. I've always felt like I had to weed out some details, but with Paula, it was so easy to be an open book. She's incredibly knowledgeable about many different techniques and doesn't try to do a "one size fits all" approach. Instead, she really listens, writes notes, and takes a tailored approach to whatever you specifically need. She's not just a healer but also a teacher, so when you leave you understand what you just learned and can practice the techniques yourself. It's so empowering! I can't recommend her enough! I whole heartedly look forward to future sessions with her and feel so grateful to have her in my corner! read more

She's amazing. We made recordings and I still listen to them a year later. She's empathic, compassionate, and probably very intuitive. If you are looking for a hypnotherapist -- look no further. ;-) read more

I love working with Paula. She is a wise, warm and beautiful soul. I have never felt safer or more comfortable with a therapist. She helped me to let go of fears and anxieties that have plagued me for years. And it wasn't hard, and it wasn't painful - it was relaxing and joyous. Her meditations are soothing and transformative and she brought the concept of super conscious into my awareness which has been a stepping stone to letting go of the judgements which had overtaken my life. She's helped me to change a perspective that kept me unsure and afraid into a perspective that welcomes what may come. read more

Amazing experience in my life! I found Paula 3-4 years ago and I was in such mental chaos during that particular period of my life. She helped me through a very difficult hurdle, more like years and years of mental toxic build up, I was able to finally move on in life and live again. Recently I am going through something pretty badly. I haven't been able to sleep for months and is currently experiencing heavy anxiety. Suddenly thought of Paula again and might need to make a visit in the near future. read more

I tried hypnotherapy because I wanted to retrieve my childhood experience due to trauma that started my obsessive compulsive disorder. I had two sessions with Paula. After having the last session, I did not notice any improvement at all.  She tried to add the story to my childhood so I could erase the memory I remembered and "rewrite" it, however, my main goal to get hypnotherapy is to retrieve my forgotten past so I could figure out the trauma and how to overcome the panic disorder. After trying, i feel that hypnotherapy does not work for everyone. My OCD has become more severe.  I will seek for other alternatives. read more

I know, and have worked with Paula Anderson. She's at the top of her profession in every way. We were trained at the same institute, and I have consulted w/ her on many occasions. 5 stars. read more

If you are serious about change, Paula is the path to take. There's a reason she has five stars across the board on yelp. This work is fast and effective, it's deep, and will give you mind-blowing insights and awareness about yourself and why you feel, think or behave in certain ways. And above all, you'll be given the tools to do something about it and change for the better. I've done work with Paula on two separate occasions, one year apart. At my first 2-hour session with her, she nailed it, finally putting into place things that years of CBT, and months of intensive talk therapy couldn't even begin to approach. Allow me to reiterate: In ONE SESSION. Effective much? At the time, I was in a crisis and couldn't sleep or function normally due to crippling anxiety. After three sessions with Paula, and listening to the hypnosis tape daily, the anxiety subsided within a week; was gone after two, and allowed me to start picking up the pieces in a calm and driven manner. Gone was the state of paralysis and panic. The second time I went to see her, one year later, I was feeling lost and frustrated -- stuck and blocked from achieving the things I wanted most for my life. It wasn't as easy a fix; a lot of negative sub-conscious beliefs about myself surfaced once we really dug in. I ended up having 20 more sessions where we got to the root of it and cleared out a vast slew of behaviors and instincts that were initially formed as protection from childhood traumas, but that were no longer serving me. One neat aspect with this work is that I would see and feel the difference in my behaviors and emotions right away during the week. So I always came in with feedback for Paula of how what we worked on last was working; and give her examples of events where I was able to apply it (consciously or unconsciously) and how good and liberating it felt. Like all of the things I didn't like about myself but couldn't control started melting away before my eyes. Yay! A note on Paula: she doesn't just do Hypnosis. She is highly skilled in several different Hypnosis therapies (techniques) as well as Guided Imagery, NLP, EFT, and Past Lives Regression. Also, it's not just about knowing how all the tools in your toolbox works, but knowing which tool to pick up when something has to be fixed -- try hammering a nail with a straw, or slurping up soda with a hammer! In other words, she knows which technique to use in each instance in terms of most effectively tackling a problem and helping you overcome an issue or healing a trauma. In my work with her, we ran the gamut - successfully. The one thing I didn't try was past lives regression and life between lives, which I'm eager to do once I come back from my travels abroad! I can genuinely say that working with Paula has helped transform me. I have a new lease on life. The last few months of working with her, we rented a house in San Clemente over the summer, and I spent 4-5 hours in the car driving back and forth to get in 2 hours of work with her. It was worth every second and every penny. If you can give yourself one gift of a lifetime, have it be Paula Anderson at Creative Mindwork Hypnosis! read more

I was given 2 readings with Paula as a birthday gift and what gift I was given. Through my sessions I was able to see what my past lives were and how they tied into my present life. I have never been hypnotized before and was a bit Leary of it. It was a very natural process as Paula did explain. Paula is a very warm soul putting you a ease very quickly and making an exchange of information very easy and "very" safe. In my first session my past life I dropped into; I was a an early Roman planning the city and meeting the love of my life. The amount of detail was amazing. My 2nd past life reading; I was as a woman in the early New York City Era. The sessions were very insightful for my present day. I recommend everyone experience this process. Larry in Long Beach read more

I decided to try hypnosis after a very good friend received some help with a fear of flying issue. Not with Paula. My issue, at the beginning , was a deep fear of public speaking. I read the reviews here and thought why not? I still had reservations about real efficacy, etc. What transpired during our sessions turned out to be revelatory in the best, most down to earth way. Gently, with utmost care and thoroughness, she helped me identify sources of distress in my family life that have continued to trigger fear issues over many years. Public speaking was only one manifestation. What I've taken from my experience with Paula, what I find useful, is a way to practice, a way to work on myself every day. And, I am extremely happy to say, it's working. As someone who has been on a spiritual path, so to speak, all my adult life I find no contradiction with what I've been practicing and thinking about for a very long time. For me yet another piece of the real puzzle has been revealed. I am extremely fortunate to have met Paula. Her honesty and integrity are palpable. Reading all the positive reviews here now is not surprising at all. What does surprise me is the general lack of understanding within the overall population of what can be realized by working with a genuinely good practitioner of hypnotherapy. I freely admit I used to be one of them. Fortunately I didn't have to plow through a bunch of charlatans that are strictly show business... read more

It's hard to articulate just how much finding Paula has improved every aspect of my life. Initially, I looked into hypnotherapy because it was the one thing I hadn't tried to treat my ongoing depression. I figured it couldn't hurt to try a new approach so I found Paula based on her outstanding yelp reviews. Naturally, I was nervous to be put under hypnosis but Paula took the time to educate me about what hypnosis is, and how it works. She also took the time to listen, and help me create a plan of action especially tailored to my personal healing and growth. What Paula does is very special and I'm so grateful to have found her. read more

I feel blessed to have found Paula at a devastating time in my life. Thank you to all Yelp reviews for guiding me to her. We had maybe six sessions. From the moment I met Paula I trusted her because she is calm, kind, and listens. Her knowledge of Hypnotherapy is vast and she offered me the tools suited to my situation. I was anxious, depressed, coming to grips with lifestyle change to improve my health along with grief. What is truly amazing is one of the techniques she taught me was INSTANTLY transformational. I still use it today. I am able to merely observe from emotional tumult, let the energy pass through me, and come to rest on its own. Prior, I would escape from hard feelings with distraction. (Hope I'm describing this so you get the idea, lots to learn with her). Paula tapes sessions so you can take them home. She is truly gifted. read more

Paula Anderson and I have explored many avenues of the mind, from the little dark scary ones of childhood to the bustling, stress-filled streets of adulthood. By employing several techniques, we have discovered multiple paths to peace and happiness. After a few sessions identifying the traumas of my life (and we all have them) she explained how such events stack up over time like the rungs on a ladder. When the ladder rises too high, the result can be some form of mental or physical malfunction. Paula Anderson is accredited/certified in several therapies: hypnosis (she gives you a recording of your guided sessions to reinforce your mind work); neurolinguistic programming, a fascinating area of neuroscience; psych-k, a process to change your self-limiting beliefs; and my personal favorite, TIPI, a French acronym that translates as technique for the sensory identification of subconscious fears. TIPI is an effective and rapid way of releasing the stress sensations in the body that cause emotional pain. All in all, whether you have a specific problem (anxiety, phobias, etc.) or whether you are just interested in the workings of your sometimes mysterious mind, Paula Anderson is an excellent choice to be your guide. read more

I first met Paula around a year-and-a-half ago while exploring various healing modalities. A friend turned me on to a book whose author employs special regression & hypnotherapy techniques to connect with our guides and gain clarity on our life purpose, etc. I found it intriguing so I searched for practitioners who were trained in this technique and inadvertently met Paula in this way. I find it no coincidence that aside from the LBL and regression techniques she utilizes, Paula's skill set and training in both hypnotherapy and trauma release therapies were exactly what my soul was needing. When I first set foot into her office in late 2014, I felt deeply wounded, emotionally broken and had a lifetime of unresolved emotional trauma and abuse on my hands. I couldn't even begin to talk about my childhood without breaking down into tears. I was seeking to learn inner resources that would ultimately (re)connect me with universal/spiritual intelligence and reach the core of who I am and my potential. Paula explained her process to me and soon I started to see a picture of how change could be possible over time. By working with certain key events and core traumas in what she calls 'process work', we have been able to work through and reach trauma resolution with various deep-seated issues. Her unique combination of healing modalities is quite impressive and she uses what she sees fit, ranging anywhere from hypnosis to EFT to pendulum guidance to TRE to visualizations and the list goes on. Many believe that our thought patterns, behaviors and core beliefs appear on the surface to be hard-wired into the brain. However, hypnotherapy is able to help us bypass our ego defenses, take us deep into the subconscious and access early traumas and events that caused us to form certain limiting beliefs. Once accessed, hypnotherapy enables us to re-train the brain through repetition and literally change the way it processes those events. Working with Paula over time, I have come to see what makes her special not only as a therapist but as a person. She is warm, caring, nonjudgmental, balanced, patient, resourceful, intuitive and insightful, genuine, steadfast and a good listener who gives you space to express yourself. I shared so many of my most frightening personal stories with her and it felt as natural as breathing because its so easy to be yourself around her. Although my training is not yet complete, I can safely say that I have made worlds of progress working with Paula. She is diligent and tenacious in her work and has always encouraged me to stay the course. Not only do I have closure on key events in my life, I also have gained a higher perspective on my life and why I went through the things I went through. Also when I first started, my body was extremely 'shaky' during sessions. Over time, I have been more and more relaxed and balanced in my physical body and the shaking has subsided significantly. This among many other improvements which I've steadily gained over time with her. If you are considering trying hypnotherapy or feel called toward it in some way and are willing to dedicate some time toward sticking with the process, I would definitely recommend reaching out to Paula. She is a truly gifted healer and teacher; I am eternally grateful for her guidance on my path of self-discovery. read more

Working with Paula Anderson was an amazing experience that exceeded my expectations. In the past, I thought hypnotherapy or hypnosis was some sort of hoax or some sort of mind manipulation. However, I decided to give it a chance. During our first session, Paula discussed the ins and outs of hypnotherapy. She answered all of my questions, and she earned my trust, which has never been an easy task. She let me know that while I was being hypnotized, my mind was in control and my mind was free to accept or reject the suggestions that we crafted together so that I could reach my goals. With Paula's experienced guidance, I was able to accomplish a number of my goals. First and foremost, I learned how to relax and sleep. Life moves so fast nowadays. With the constant bombardment and the never ending list of "to dos," somewhere along the way, I was always left out. I seemed to lose my capacity to relax and sleep, but with Paula's help I was able to completely relax so that she could provide my subconscious mind with suggestions to help me in areas where I was struggling. Once the relaxation lesson was realized, Paula helped me deal with a number of beliefs that had embedded themselves into my subconscious, my behavior patterns, and held me back in my life. After surviving a series of traumatic events, I never felt safe. I felt like I could never trust again. I lived in fear. I tried so hard to change, but I always feel short of my goals and found the same patterns in my life repeating over and over again. With her help, I was able to let go and move on. Sometimes I didn't want to talk about the "why" or get into the gritty details, and that was okay, because with hypnotherapy, you don't have to relive traumatic experiences or beat yourself up. Paula will gather the information she needs to craft your personalized approach, and then she and your mind do the rest of the work. You just let go. Even after dealing with very serious trauma, I would leave Paula's sessions feeling relaxed and at peace. No matter what your goals are in life or the stumbling blocks that are holding you back from your dreams, I believe Paula could help you. Want to quit smoking? Want to lose weight? Want to heal old wounds? Want to manage your pain, money, or love life? Issues at work? I recommend Paula Anderson. I found Paula to be a trustworthy hypnotherapist, who really cares and works to help others. In addition to hypnotherapy, Paula utilized a variety of different methods including EFT, guided imagery, and more. Paula gave me the capacity to be on my own side again, to listen to my own positive self-talk and to be my own cheerleader during the calm patches and rough patches. She helped me say goodbye to the constant negative self-sabotaging patterns that seemed to tell me every time, when I wanted something, that, "I was not worth it or I did not deserve it." It was so hard to change on my own because there was no actual voice in my head, but I would get emotional, take my eye off the ball, or self-sabotage in any number of ways. My life felt like I was trapped traveling in a vehicle with the emergency break up at all times. Paula helped me in so many ways and if there is anyone that needs help, I believe she can help you. What are you waiting for? I am writing this because I know how frustrating it can be to try to change something over and over again and fall into the same patterns whether it is sleep, love, work, money, stress, or smoking, and Paula helped me overcome so many issues. I am so grateful for Paula's help that I just want others to benefit in the same way. So if you are thinking about working with Paula Anderson, go for it. She is amazing. read more

I have had many incredible experiences through hypnosis sessions with Paula Anderson! She was the first person I called when diagnosed with breast cancer. Through a series of taped sessions prior to surgery and radiation treatment, I had a very easy time with no complications and a quick recovery. I also had a past life and life between lives session with Paula that was profound. She has extensive knowledge and expertise in hypnotherapy and has a very gentle and calming presence! read more

I went to see Paula mostly for anxiety issues. I've never tried hypnosis before but after reading all of these reviews, I took a chance, one that I wish I'd taken sooner. Hypnosis was a very unique experience that left me so calm and peaceful, it leaves me in awe still. I truly believe in all the reviews here. Even at first meeting I know Paula is a wealth of knowledge and she is a very warm soul, she made me feel right at ease and I'm looking forward to see her again. read more

I recently visited Dr. Paula Anderson regarding a past life hypnosis. The experience was incredible. For many years I have been feeling certain negative emotions. I had and recently, went for traditional therapy until, I read "Memories of the Afterlife - Life Between Lives Stories of personal Transformation" Edited by Michael Newton PH.D. with case studies by members of the Newton Institute. It took a few months to complete reading the book as the information was a lot to absorb. I came to the realization, if I wanted to create a more purposeful life with positive results, I would have to take the plunge and embark on a past life hypnosis. From the list provided by the Newton Institute, I was drawn to Dr. Paula Anderson's name. I felt a connection and knew this is the individual who would be the catalyst in helping me find answers to my questions. I went with an open mind (excited) but came out of the session with all the answers I was looking for. My outlook on life has changed for the best and I am beginning to understand why I have been put on this earth. I walked out of Dr. Anderson's office feeling as if a ton of weight was lifted off of my shoulders and my happiness is no longer overshadowed with sadness. Traditional therapy would never have given me the answers I was searching for. I can hardly wait for my next session with Dr. Anderson. She has given me a gift that no money can ever express my gratitude. I am very grateful to Dr. Anderson for facilitating a positive effect in my life. It was money well spent. I plan to return for many more sessions with Dr. Anderson. This is the best investment I have made towards making my life worth experiencing. The love I felt during my hypnosis will remain with me till the end of my life. A very big "Thank You" to Dr. Anderson. I feel privileged to have crossed paths with you. I can hardly wait to see you for our next meeting: Debika read more

Paula Anderson is my "go-to" person whenever I have to deal with any persistent or overwhelming problem. While the sessions are often amazing in and of themselves, what really makes working with Ms. Anderson successful is her insight, intuition, years of experience as well as her compassion and caring nature. She is a pro. I have been successfully treated by Ms. Anderson for IBS, esteem issues relating to job performance, fear issues dealing with cancer. I have also experienced past life regression. What I also find most astounding about hypnotherapy is it's tertiary effect - meaning you are working on one issue but then you notice that many other areas in your life seem to change and improve at the same time. How great is that? Paula Anderson gets my 5 STARS. I can easily HIGHLY RECOMMEND. read more

At different times in my life I have used hypnosis to deal with different issues like grief, etc. Of the six or seven different hypnotists (some of them were NOT good) that I have gone to, Paula Anderson is indeed the most professional and knowledgeable and trustworthy of them all. She is deeply intuitive, non-judgmental and a highly skilled hypnotist that can reach deeper into the subconscious mind than I have ever experienced before. There are times that I truly marvel at her expertise and knowledge. She is also a deeply caring and compassionate human being. Paula utilizes a number of different methods in her sessions, including EFT, guided imagery, and NLP. Traditional therapy can drag on for years with very little change, since it does not reach down into the subconscious mind in order to make those changes. While I am in the hypnotic state, my mind is in control, and Paula states in her hypnotic suggestions that my mind is free to accept or reject the suggestions that we had talked about in the session before beginning hypnosis. I would like to point out, hypnosis has not conflicted with my own personal religious beliefs. Paula will gather the information that she needs from you, and then she will personalize her approach in how she works with you. You just relax and let go, and the hypnotic state is truly an enjoyable state to be in. In the time that I have been going to Paula, I have experienced many life changing benefits and have grown tremendously as a person. Other people can see a positive difference in me and the changes that I have made. I have been able to accomplish things that I never thought that I could. Paula has complete integrity in her work, and it is really a privilege and a pleasure to work with her. read more

Paula is unique and has great energy, she knows how to work with people no matter what stage you're in. It's not easy to make me feel comfortable but her approach and her energy made me feel safe and at ease. She is very knowledgable, we spent many hours together going over my history and then slowly working up to a past life regression hypnosis and I was blown away at how she was able to guide me inward and work with my subconscious on a level that I've only read about. I was very skeptical making the appointment and was worried that I would not be able to relax enough for this work to be effective but she was patient and able to accomplish more than I was expecting. I highly recommend meeting with her, you can request a phone call to see what type of hypnosis would be best for you and then set your appointment. read more

I have been regressing myself for a few years now and it was time to have someone there as a guide, Dr. Anderson was incredible, she guided me through my most profound regression yet. I was never able to ask direct questions and this time my conscious was able to sit there and observe while she connected with my higher beings. If you've always had certain feelings in your life about your purpose and been unable to put forth those actions into actual creation because of uncertainty, hindrances or simply because of those things in life that weigh you down, this is for you. If you have never done it before it's not a problem, I could see that Dr. Anderson has both the expertise, knowledge and above all sweetness to accomplish this. If you are still unsure about wether you want to do this, call her and ask her about some material you can read before you decide you are ready. Understand this is not for everyone because you will see into your deep self, the person who has been brewing through life times. If you have bad habits and lost about what to do next this may be a good way for you to find yourself again... Thanks doc! read more

I came to Paula not knowing anything about hypnotherapy and she was able to walk me through the entire process so that I felt comfortable and safe. It was easy to open up to her and she very quickly pinpointed the areas we should focus on. After spending some time with her, I can honestly see a difference in how I handle whatever issues or problems come my way. What used to be an end-of-the-world catastrophe is now an issue I can rationally work through or an issue I can recognize as being out of my control and let it go. I could have talked my problems to death with a traditional therapist but, for me, it was about "digging deeper". I needed to change the beliefs I had about myself on a subconscious level and because of Paula I was able to do that. If you are looking for a way to better yourself, let go of old habits or just change the way you react to things in your life then GO SEE PAULA. She is fabulous! read more

I was ready to makes changes when I called Paula. Other methods of therapy were not only time evasive and expensive, but left me feeling judged and upset. Paula listens, teaches techniques and suggests resources to work through life changes and traumas. I have been able to let go of the stress that had become paralyzing. That feels good. After a few sessions, she makes a personalized CD that is effective reinforcement, even when I fall asleep. Then I am off and running - until the next time.......1 year....5 years.....6 months? read more

Paula is about as intuitive and sensitive as it gets. I have not had a huge amount of experience with hypnotherapy. Over the years but at least a handful for sure and this experience was by far the best. I couldn't recommend Paula more highly. Thanks Paula!!!!! MBG read more

Paula is an incredibly talented hypnotherapist whose compassion, patience and care create a wonderful, open and safe environment, especially for people who have not had a previous experience with hypnotherapy. She is extremely knowledgeable about different treatment modalities and tailors each session perfectly to the needs of the clients. If you're struggling with some issues - whether past experiences, current problems or doubts about your career, you will find solutions in her office. A few sessions with Paula are worth more than months of costly therapy with many psychologists. She is that good! read more

Paula is an amazingly talented Hypnotherapist. Every time I work with her I feel even better. A session with Paula is like being embraced in a big loving hug. She's awesome! read more

I think the clarity in which all of these reviews have been written is definitely representative of the states of mind Paula guides people to. She's kind, gentle, insanely smart, and comes from a place of love and understanding. She knows so many different techniques, and uses them as you need them. When I first came to Paula I had an issue with nerves and anxiety, and thought it would take one session to fix. But I had gone to hypnotherapy before and it hadn't worked. She explained how the subconscious mind could be picking up on cues and triggers that I didn't consciously understand, and the goal was to figure out what was gripping my subconscious with fear. Turns out, that's not an easy task, as much as our rational brain just wants to solve it and move on. I've learned a lot about how my mind works, and have had surprising, insightful breakthroughs when I least expect it. I will go to Paula thinking my problems are caused by one event, and then when we dig a little deeper, I realize it was something else entirely. Paula has taught me how to take care of myself and be kind enough to myself to allow me to even get on the path to healing, and I can't believe I had to become an adult for someone to come into my life and do that. Thanks Paula! read more

I was referred to Paula by another hypnotherapist, I was having some issues at work and I was willing to do anything to resolve the problem. Due to heavy work load, high levels of stress and lack of sleep working in television I was experiencing issues with memory. When I had a consolation with Paula I knew I was in the right place and she was the right person to help. The whole experience was completely wonderful, she is understanding, empathetic and compassionate. I have never gone under hypnosis, and was a little skeptical at first, Paula explained the science behind it with how the mind works, and I was completely confident in her work. My session helped me to completely unwind and release the stress I had inside, but she also helped me learn new ways to keep the stress level at a low. Worth every penny, I got more than what I initially thought I was going to get. Paula even made a recording of the hypnosis which I use to meditate when I feel I am getting to the edge of super stress. Will definitely go back when there is another crisis, if you are considering using her services, she has a five star rating from me read more

I recently had a great session with Paula that helped me make an important decision about my life direction. Her caring, highly skilled guidance allowed me to see my own situation so clearly that my best path -- (and some of the self-imposed blocks I had previously put in my own way, and could simply remove) -- became obvious; it was a wonderful, liberating experience. This was a "past-life regression" session, which I know will sound odd to some people, so I'll try to describe and demystify it a bit. The "hypnosis" or "trance" state was very natural, and I was simultaneously conscious of being in the chair in Paula's office and of the images/senses/memories from another life that she guided me through. The experience remained comfortable (and the past-life I studied had some major trauma in it, so if I was comfortable, I really doubt anybody has anything to worry about). Those still unsure about this idea might want to look at the book "Journey of Souls" by Michael Newton, which contains transcripts of similar past-life regression sessions. While past-life regression might sound "out there" to many people, it was the message I was able to give to myself while in the hypnosis state, (not the past-life experience itself), that went to the root of my purpose in this life and what I need to do to align myself with it. How I got to that message was certainly interesting, but the intensity and value of the experience was based on my increased self-understanding and direction, and not how I specifically came to it. I'm emphasizing that aspect, because I think therapy with Paula would be a great option for virtually anybody, and it really doesn't matter whether you believe in reincarnation. If somebody told me tomorrow that what I experienced was just my subconscious doing free association, it would greatly surprise me since the recording of my session -- (you get a recording, which is very interesting to re-listen to, when you feel ready) -- sounds quite detailed and real, and also includes some interesting elements I never imagined would emerge, but still connect to themes/people in my current life in important ways... but it wouldn't cheapen the experience or its meaning at all. The meaning was about the message from my true self to my true self that I was lucky enough to get from the session. People often spend years or an entire life in traditional therapy. I would suggest that this is a way of finding out who you really are, what you're here (on Earth) for, and getting on a more fulfilling path -- fast. read more

I cannot recommend Paula highly enough. I have seen her on multiple occasions. She honestly helped change and save my life. After I seeing Paula on a few occasions for hypnotherapy, I felt intuitively called to contact her about a very challenging situation that I had been baffled by for several years. It was a very difficult thing for me to share with anyone - in fact, there are still only a few people I would consider sharing this experience with. I'm so grateful I listened to my intuition. She was SO understanding, accepting, and insightful about it all, and went above and beyond to help me through it. With her guidance, I was able to come to a very painful realization, and then thankfully, she supported me through the very difficult transition that followed. I would not have been able to make the changes without her support and guidance. The work that we did together assisted me to A. make some super tough choices B. move through them with grace and C. forgive myself for the "mistakes" I had made. I was even able to begin to see the bigger picture much more quickly than I think I would have without her assistance. Following all of this, I did a past life session with her, and it is an experience I treasure. It brought such amazing clarity and peace. It was, and still is, balm for a very wounded soul. The space she holds is gentle and loving. I think I saw another reviewer say that being with her is like a big warm hug. So true! Another plus - her voice is very soothing, which is so important to me. I still have a hypnotherapy track that she made for me years ago, and I still listen to it when I can't sleep. I've also referred a friend to Paula, and subsequently received a glowing thank-you for her experience as well. So yes, I wholeheartedly recommend Paula and her Creative Mindwork Hypnosis. read more

I've seen Paula a number of times for issues around living a healthy lifestyle, exercise diet, etc. which I struggle with--damn booze and smokes! I've also seen different people in the same line of work and she is one of the best if not the best in my opinion. Paula is smart, intuitive, a kind and tranquil being. I always feel refreshed when I leave her office. I told her last time I was there that her chair is "the most relaxing place in Los Angeles." She thought that was funny and it's true. I absolutely recommend her. read more

I had a severe car accident 14 months ago and have suffered from PTSD ever since. It was bad enough when I drove, but much worse when riding with others. Recently, while trying to teach my teenager to drive, it became unmanageable. The stress affected many aspects of my life. I went to see Paula, and in one session she has eliminated the anxiety I feel while driving or riding in a car. I didn't think it was possible, but I am living proof! I highly recommend her services. read more

I came to Paula during a very challenging time of waiting to find out if I have cancer or not. Paula's intelligence, sensitivity, gentleness and years of experience were exactly what I needed, taking me to places of insight and healing within myself that I could not have accessed on my own. I am also a hypnotherapist and have known Paula for over 8 years now, and during this difficult period she is the first person I thought of to help me. Thankfully, I finally got the all clear from my doctor that I don't have cancer. I continue to work with Paula on the level of mental and spiritual healing, clearing the ancient issues that I believe are related to this. In 4 sessions I feel myself much more alive, vital and happy, feeling healthy and with a new appreciation and love for my body. That's huge, and well worth the investment. She has a lot of experience working with health issues and I highly recommend her. read more

Working with Paula Anderson was an amazing experience that exceeded my expectations. In the past, I thought hypnotherapy or hypnosis was some sort of hoax or some sort of mind manipulation. However, I decided to give it a chance. During our first session, Paula discussed the ins and outs of hypnotherapy. She answered all of my questions, and she earned my trust, which has never been an easy task. She let me know that while I was being hypnotized, my mind was in control and my mind was free to accept or reject the suggestions that we crafted together so that I could reach my goals. With Paula's experienced guidance, I was able to accomplish a number of my goals. First and foremost, I learned how to relax and sleep. Life moves so fast nowadays. With the constant bombardment and the never ending list of "to dos," somewhere along the way, I was always left out. I seemed to lose my capacity to relax and sleep, but with Paula's help I was able to completely relax so that she could provide my subconscious mind with suggestions to help me in areas where I was struggling. Once the relaxation lesson was realized, Paula helped me deal with a number of beliefs that had embedded themselves into my subconscious, my behavior patterns, and held me back in my life. After surviving a series of traumatic events, I never felt safe. I felt like I could never trust again. I lived in fear. I tried so hard to change, but I always feel short of my goals and found the same patterns in my life repeating over and over again. With her help, I was able to let go and move on. Sometimes I didn't want to talk about the "why" or get into the gritty details, and that was okay, because with hypnotherapy, you don't have to relive traumatic experiences or beat yourself up. Paula will gather the information she needs to craft your personalized approach, and then she and your mind do the rest of the work. You just let go. Even after dealing with very serious trauma, I would leave Paula's sessions feeling relaxed and at peace. No matter what your goals are in life or the stumbling blocks that are holding you back from your dreams, I believe Paula could help you. Want to quit smoking? Want to lose weight? Want to heal old wounds? Want to manage your pain, money, or love life? Issues at work? I recommend Paula Anderson. I found Paula to be a trustworthy hypnotherapist, who really cares and works to help others. In addition to hypnotherapy, Paula utilizes a variety of different methods including EFT, guided imagery, and much more. Paula gave me the capacity to be on my own side again, to listen to my own positive self-talk, and to be my own cheerleader during the calm patches and rough patches. She helped me say goodbye to the constant negative self-sabotage patterns that seemed to tell me every time when I wanted something that, "I was not worth it or I did not deserve it." It was so hard to change on my own because there was no actual voice in my head, but I would get emotional, take my eye off the ball, or self-sabotage in any number of ways. My life felt like I was trapped traveling in a vehicle with the emergency break up at all times. Paula helped me in so many ways and if there is anyone that needs help, I believe she can help you. What are you waiting for? I am writing this because I know how frustrating it can be to try something over and over again and fall into the same patterns whether it is sleep, love, work, money, stress, or smoking, and Paula helped me overcome so many issues, and I am so grateful that I just want others to benefit in the same way. So if you are thinking about working with Paula Anderson, just go for it. She is amazing. read more

Oprah Winfrey used to talk about having an "Aha! light bulb moment" when you learn something and it changes your perspective about life forever. I had MULTIPLE 'light bulb moments" in my sessions with Paula. She is that good! I've spent years on my journey to heal anxiety, depression, and trauma. I had therapeutic insight and lots of tools in my bag but I couldn't seem to get to the real core of certain issues that I had been wrestling with. But then I had a past life regression and a LBL session with Paula Anderson and was AMAZED at the information that came through. AMAZED. The insight that Paula helped me to access went far beyond the biographies of who I was in those past lives. It opened a gateway for me to understand my current struggles from a fascinating perspective. She helped me access my soul energy as well as healing ways to re-frame issues that I had struggled with in my current life. Once I was able to work with Paula and really understand from a soul perspective what was at play in this lifetime, something shifted for me internally. It's not like my life became problem-free, but I felt a profound peace about what the bigger picture was. I gained access to a deep 'knowing' that I could handle and work thru issues that had previously felt too big to heal. I felt so moved by my work w/Paula that I wanted to pass it on. So for my sister's birthday, I flew her out to LA and gave her a Past Life regression session with Paula. She was just as blown away by her experience as I was about mine. I was initially nervous about the LBL and Past Life regression process but I was surprised at how completely safe and RELAXED at all times I felt under Paula's guidance. She has a VERY soothing energy that makes it easy to do the work. She also has a masterful instinct on how to gently guide you and gently access any information that will help you better understand present day issues. I was floored by the healing information that i was able to access. Sometimes if I'm going through a particularly stressful time at work, I'll come home and re-listen to the taped recordings of my sessions with Paula and all of that wisdom and healing energy comes flooding back. read more

Paula Anderson made a life changing difference for me. I had been seeing Paula for reasons of trauma, pain management, fibromyalgia, depression, abuse, insomnia, stress, family, relationship, grief, career. I wanted to find a hypnotherapist that has outstanding credentials, very experienced of human conditions on deeper levels. Therapist that has integrity, continuously exploring new avenues and techniques to help. Therapist that has a passion to make a difference. I did not want to feel just a client or a number. I wanted to be heard, understood and have answers. I had tremendous passion to change my life situation and circumstances. While in search of a hypnotherapist ( I explored few others) I found Paula's credentials and experience multi dimensional and fit my requirement as a hypnotherapist. Her deep and sophisticated detailed understanding of my circumstances still impress me. I wanted to have a therapist that understands life and lived it through. It is amazing what an active listener IS Paula!!! I thought I had a good memory:) Among such a vast clients that visit Paula, she remembers my story in details! How about that:) Paula is a treasure of knowledge, experienced, non judgmental and compassionate. Paula's non judgmental and compassionate approach made my visits honest and very open that I never confided to anyone. She would magically come up with a gentle techniques to address my issues. Hypnotherapy techniques are very gentle and effective. I listen diligently to guided meditation CD that are customized per circumstance, desire, goals. Paula has very nice melodic gentle soothing pleasant voice. Paula utilizes numerous techniques to facilitate body healing, relaxation, trauma release, etc. We have done done EFT, NLP, TRE (in progress), Past Life Regression, Life between Life, Guided Imagery. I love it ALL!:) If you want to connect dots in your life and have answers to it see Paula. Past Life Regression and Life Between Life IS A MUST ! It is unique! It is Yours! It is your experience through your subconscious. It is about unlocking your mind on numerous levels. It is peeling off layers and understanding your present life and how to proceed in life that works for you. All the answers are within you. Paula will guide you through all stages of transformation and connecting dots in your life. I am grateful having Paula part of my transformation. If you are striving for changes in your life, you have to make it happen. You must see Paula. Paula is the therapist to guide and expedite your goals with your active collaboration. Otherwise, you will have a similar effect that you pay for fitness membership and do not attend to any exercises. Make sure listen to customized per your situation CDs diligently, be prepared for the visit and make active changes in your life. Before your first visit explore concept of hypnotherapy. Paula has the best web site. Most people perceive hypnosis as if you are "unconscious" or "not in control" or "do not comprehends what is happening", etc. Contrary to common understanding and belief you are most in control of your life than ever. As a result of my therapies, l gained greater understanding of my inner world that led to healing on physical and emotional levels. We have opened up new chapter and avenues to my evolved life. I wish you the same. We simply owe it to our soul:) Paula has directed and guided me to my liberation by having outstanding credentials, experience and resources that she has. Paula offers therapy on numerous levels of human conditions. She is the only therapist that I trust. I trust her knowledge, judgement, professionalism, integrity. Simply put Paula is a source of vast knowledge. I believe any desires to change first and foremost has to be a self commitment to yourself with a help and guidance of a true professional. Paula is the one! So far, I had excellent results from my hypnotherapy. I understood, perceived and most importantly recognize what works for me in life. l gained greater understanding of my inner world and achieved my set goals. I could not have done it without Paula!! My therapies has been extremely successful in the shorter period of time than had I visited psychologist (who discouraged me to explore hypnotherapy). If you truly are searching for answers in life and ready to explore "new you" or "revised you" see Paula. You will not regret it. I have been in my personal journey to identity, understand, learn and move forward in life. I needed to find a true professional to guide me to and through my life transformation and liberation. Paula made it happen. I could not have done it without Paula! I am deeply grateful for Paula's practice and her passion to make a difference. Thank you Paula:)! read more