Testimonials

Anxiety, Panic and Depression

“I was never skeptical about hypnotherapy, all I knew was that it became my last Hail Mary to work through my panic and anxiety disorder and I needed to find the right provider- I had no idea where to start. That was when I found Helga in Rochester, NY. I had spent roughly 13 years of my life with an anxiety and panic disorder that at times led to depression- this started at the age of 22, and I am 35 now. My disorder stemmed from my health and fear that I would die from a brain or heart issue. I spent 13 years of my life thinking about my heart and my brain with my fingers constantly on my pulse (multiple times daily). With every thought and feeling, my mind would race and my fingers directly to my wrist and check my blood pressure monitor. As a collegiate and professional lacrosse player, these issues affect our mental health and challenge me every day. Even with multiple Doctors visits and tests- I was as healthy as can be. However, knowing this never gave me relief, the same stressors occurred. Leading to daily panic attacks most days. Talking with psychologists and therapists only helped me manage and cope.

At the age of 35, I was tired of coping strategies. I knew of the success of hypnotherapy, and at this point, something told me I was ready and Helga was the one. Helga immediately made me feel comfortable- as even the thought of going under regression spurred the angst and panic in me, but she was calming and relaxing. She walked me hand in hand through the process leaving me at ease and eager to start my new journey in life. The experience was cathartic and emotional as the regression took me to a place that I never thought I could be taken. Subconsciously deep into my past, where I felt and saw everything that led to my disorder.

In all honesty, after one session my life changed, it changed in a way that left me crying with happiness. I am writing this review 4 weeks after regression as the efficacy is real. As of now, thoughts are just thoughts, and feelings are just feelings- nothing more, nothing less. As an athlete my workouts have a new bounce to them, I feel happier and have so much relief! The immediate three days following, it was all bliss- every time I thought could enter my head from a feeling- it would turn to comfort and a smile. Now it’s like laughing it off! The panic has ceased, the anxiety has dropped away, and I finally feel as I did before my first panic attack.

I can look at life with so much more joy and appreciation thanks to Helga and her wonderful care and attention. If I could give her an 11 out of 10 or 6 out of 5, I would. Go in with an open mind and open heart, and everything you seek will be waiting on the other side. Thank you, Helga!”
R.F. -Rochester, New York

SIBO - Intestinal Disorder

SIBO - (Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth)

"After struggling with SIBO for eight years (possibly even my whole life), including trips to Seattle for treatment, I am finally feeling relief thanks to Helga. Having SIBO for so many years, especially undiagnosed, led to significant damage to my intestines and the inflammation was spreading throughout my body. Even after finally passing my SIBO testing with natural treatments (medications did not work) I was unable to restore my diet until after just 10 visits with Helga. Now I am able to eat anything I wish with very little impact.

Not only have I healed my intestines, reduced the inflammation in my joints, but my mood and personality has improved. I have not felt this good mentally in at least 18 years. I fully expect that with a few more sessions I will be completely healed physically. The mind is very powerful, and Helga has helped me to tap into that potential. I will continue to work with Helga to correct all the aspects of my life I have damaged over the years, such as smoking."
S.L -Rochester, New York

Anxiety & Car Accident PTSD

"HELGA RAHN IS GODS GREATEST GIFT TO THE WORLD! Eight years ago, I was diagnosed with GAD (generalized anxiety disorder). Since first being diagnosed, I have been on 5 different anxiety medications and have sought out all possible types of treatments. Before I came to Helga, I was on 250mg of my antidepressant.

Two years ago, I was in a car accident that left me almost paralyzed. Ever since the accident, my anxiety seemed to sky rocket and became debilitating. I began to develop additional conditions like PTSD, restless-leg syndrome, migraines, and teeth grinding; all of which I was prescribed additional medications for. As things continued to worsen, I was recommended by my doctor to seek help for my PTSD. I had already tried seeing a therapist and psychiatrist, but found all of it to be useless and a waste of money. After much research, I came across Helga’s website and decided to come in for a consultation.

Its hard to elaborate on my hypnosis experience, due to the extensive detail and indescribable feelings/interactions that took place during each session. However, what I can elaborate on is how much Helga has changed and saved my life. After just 4 sessions with her, I feel like I’m finally the true and authentic self that my mental illness has always prohibited me from being. For the first time in eight years, I have been able to begin to wean myself off of my anxiety medications. I went from taking 250mg to 35mg, and will soon be completely off them. The PTSD, restless-leg syndrome, migraines, and teeth grinding are all gone. Most importantly, the vicious voice in my head that controlled my entire life, (my anxiety), is GONE and laid to rest.

I cannot put into words how thankful I am for all that Helga has done for me and taught me. I am forever changed and look forward to spreading her teachings for the rest of my life. Helga, thank you for giving me a second chance at life.”
Sincerely, Madison Thesing -Rochester, New York

Anxiety & Depression

"Helga, Thanks again for your help. It’s made a huge difference in our lives. I have had depression issues for a good part of my life. These last two years have been especially difficult. I was at the point of considering shock therapy again, when my husband suggested maybe hypnosis would help.

He contacted Helga - the best decision we could have made. I will admit to being a little bit skeptical at first but went in with a completely open mind. My life has done a one eighty. I have the energy, the interest that had been missing for a long time. My husband my daughter, and people that know me have seen the change as well. More importantly its lasted. Nothing changed except Helga. Same doctors, same medicines. I encourage anyone who had a similar situation to really consider trying this. I can’t say enough how grateful I am. Not only to Helga but to my husband for finding her and making an appointment with her. From a very grateful patient."
C.B. - Rochester, New York

“Hi Helga, I am doing great. I feel more in touch with my feelings and emotions, which I love. My relationships with my mom and sister are improving. I actually don’t remember the last time I have cried, when before it was almost every day. I sing your praises to people I know, especially ones that suffer from depression, because I know what they are going through and I know how it feels. Thank you for your help and support and helping me find myself. I know I am on the road to repair, and I cannot thank you enough for that! If I ever need another session, even just to relax, I know who to call...because falling into that soft quiet place was amazing! It made me smile :)"
Thank you again! J.T. - Bergen, New York

“Hi Helga, Thank you for all of your help and expertise. It’s August (2013), and I cannot remember any time in my life where I’ve not been depressed during this month. I keep looking back and this peace and comfort I’m experiencing has just never ever happened before. What typically would follow is a seasonal depression. Yet this depression that I used to have, was robbing more and more of my life until I was left with only June to feel well. It’s been four weeks and the peace and well-being that I am enjoying is going strong!

I used to feel that a person’s body was what it was with no control over predispositions. If one had the tendency to become depressed, then that was just the way it was with no way out. I used to feel that a pill was all that was needed, but pills did not work for me. Through counseling I was able to prepare myself so that hypnosis was an option for me to heal.

I've learned that it’s my past life events and traumas that created the thoughts and feelings that were so detrimental. These thoughts and feelings eventually played out into depression and even physical pain and ailments. Thank you for the chance to meet these traumas head-on, with support and resolution! There are no words that can express my gratitude for the chance to experience my life as meaningful, comfortable, constructive and most of all peaceful! I'm now looking forward to the rest of my life!"
M.R. -Rochester, New York

(5 year follow up from 2013)

"Prior to receiving the services that Helga offers, I was living a life of on and off again depression and anxiety. This trend for me had gone on since the age of 5. I had tried numerous medications, and even psychotherapy. Where psychotherapy proved helpful, it didn't complete the full picture. After only 5 sessions of work to uncover what it was that was causing the symptoms, my life transformed. I no longer need medication, and I no longer suffer from persistent depressions and anxiety. It takes courage for each of us to move deep within to heal. To learn that it is our thoughts, beliefs, and perceptions that lead to depression and anxiety was so empowering. Thank you Helga for helping me to realize the healing of this. You have helped me to find that courage, and move through each session successfully. Since then my life has been full and I can count on how I am to feel each day. Life is good!"
M.R. -Rochester, New York

“I’m so glad I met Helga! I’m feeling a level of wellbeing, and spiritual connectedness that I haven’t felt in years, if ever. When I reflect back on things, it almost feels too good to be true. To be on anti-depressants for 25 years, then after 5 visits with Helga, I find I don’t need medicine anymore! Before I met Helga I had been going to therapy for years and years (since I was very young) for anxiety and depression. I have always been a believer in therapy, but found that I would feel better for a while, then the same issues would keep coming back again, and again. It was as if I couldn’t get to the root of the problem. My therapist is actually the one who recommended Helga to me, and I’m so glad he did! I have to admit, I was skeptical at first. I was also hopeful, and very scared!

I felt good after the first session, and a little better after the second session, but something amazing happened to me after the 3rd session – I felt such a sense of peace, wellbeing, happiness, joy, and excitement for life that I hadn’t felt for a long time, if ever at this level! It’s as though Helga helped me to finally get to the root of the problem! I used to suffer with anxiety, depression and low self-esteem. I now experience life through a whole new lens. I feel confident, joyful, and no anxiety!”
A.R. -Rochester, New York

“Helga, I appreciate your gentle spirit in working with me to recognize that the things that happened to me were not my fault, and that others’ problems, though they may have been projected at me are not a reflection of who I am. The Lord’s help along with the techniques you taught me helped me begin to value and love myself. I’m still growing, and I’m loving the changes more and more every day! I pray you continue to help others.”
Thank you! S.R. -Rochester, New York

“Hi Helga! I've had a good week! Things have been going well and I have taken in much of what we worked on together during our last session. Just for fun, I did some research in regards to the past life and I found out there was a volcanic eruption in1856 that killed 10,000 in Indonesia. There was also the second Opium War that started in 1856 China. Now I can better understand why I've always had an affinity for all things Asian. Fascinating stuff.....

I have learned much and there is still much to take in. You have provided tools for me to continue to work on myself and my creative energy. I feel it and I want to play in it. Right now I'm looking forward to a weekend of creativity and am excited to experiment with some new techniques and the newfound freedom I feel to express what's trying to flow out of me.

I want to thank you for everything you have done with me. It is something I've wanted to do for a long time and I'm so happy to have found You to do the work with. Your giving spirit and the way you work has touched a very deep part of me. I am grateful for what you've given me and how much you give of yourself in every session.

The skin picking is something that has been such a part of my life, all my life, but I understand it now. I think the more I focus on what I've learned and put it into action, the more I discover and embrace myself, the more the skin picking will disappear. Thanks to you I have met my higher self and know she is there to help me through the difficult moments. Thank you so very much Helga, for everything.”
K.H. -Rochester, New York

“Hi Helga, When I came for my first visit I felt as if I was hanging on by my fingernails on the edge of a steep cliff. I had felt this way a few times before, and one of those times I actually fell over the cliff and had a nervous breakdown. At that time I was diagnosed with Obsessive Compulsive Personality Disorder, and the 'cure' prescribed was Zoloft. Well, 7 years later I was on the edge of that cliff again. The Zoloft had helped for a while, but I was still having a lot of trouble coping with everyday life. I had tried hypnosis once before to help me quit smoking, with a successful outcome. I decided to try hypnosis again to try and help me relax, de-stress, and learn coping skills so that I could get off the edge of that cliff. I didn't know where else to turn or what else to try.

I immediately felt comfortable with you at our first visit. I also felt relief, that perhaps I had found something and someone that could help me. After my second visit I felt a huge change in myself. I felt lighter, happier, (and I'm never happy), and more in control of myself and my life. My third visit reinforced and added to my new feelings of well-being and self acceptance and self confidence. I have felt good mentally for weeks on end now, which is an unbelievable thing for me to say. I am able to let the small annoyances that occur during the day go, and not focus on them, or let them destroy my optimistic outlook.”
Sincerely, J.R. -Rochester, New York

“Inner Harmony Hypnosis, with Helga Rahn, was a million times better than I imagined, with none of the fears that others foretold. Hypnosis was calming, enlightening, insightful, and honest. No gimmicks, barking, or tricks, and no translators, books, homework, pills or stimulants. How do I know these things if I was “under” hypnosis? Because I remember. There is no blacking-out. In fact, I thought about topics and people that I brought up while “under” for weeks afterward... amazed that I had remembered or thought it important.

What is it? Just an honest chat with one’s own subconscious, and Helga is there as a guide. She’ll discuss the medical and psychiatric explanation of the process, and you’ll understand it. All I know is that I was in a comfortable chair with my clothes on and a warm blanket her mother crocheted over my legs. The atmosphere of her office is comfortable, secure and welcoming. Helga is non-threatening, warm, gentle, empathetic, informative, knowledgeable, and intuitive. I am not a crystals-and-incense type of person, but I know that she must have a very positive aura.

Results of my hypnosis, and speed of the results, have proven better than a decade of counseling. In 3 sessions I can think of my brother without wanting to smack him in the head, and 40+ years of resentment toward other members of my family, gone. My self-esteem has risen, my judgments of other people has subsided. I have faith in myself and I acknowledge my achievements…seemingly simple statements that were not easy to say before hypnosis.

There are more issues that I want to cover with Helga, and some fun hypnosis adventures I would like to try, so I’ll be going back. Do I recommend hypnosis? With Helga Rahn, absolutely and positively, yes. She has been a god-sent to me. I appreciate her and her compassion, and I recommend her services to everyone. I look forward to working with Helga for years to come, and I know that you, too, will be delighted with her as your guide through your subconscious.”
Sincerely, K.K. -Jacksonville, Florida

“I must say that I was a bit apprehensive before my first visit; I had no idea what to expect. During the preliminary meeting, Helga did a wonderful job of putting me at ease and helping me sort out what my real issue was. In subsequent weeks when we did the actual hypnosis, I thought we made tremendous progress. By the end of 4 sessions I was thoroughly pleased that we had accomplished everything I had hoped for. It’s amazing to what extent we are connected to our childhood emotions. Since the sessions, I have felt distinctly lighter and happier and my family has certainly noticed. I would recommend Helga wholeheartedly!”
K.A. -Rochester, New York

“Helga, I am so grateful for the healing work you did with me. I feel like my internal default has been reset from "woe is me" to "ahhh!" No matter what happens that old pain of feeling like I have no right to be here is gone. I also received so much insight (from Glen), understand things and can be more patient with situations than I was before. My older stepdaughter has been here and she tried to engage me in some ugliness but you can't play tug-of-war if your opponent won't pick up the rope. I just smile and go my own way. I feel like the only struggle here is between me and myself and I am winning. I feel like a new person. Then yesterday I cut my mom's grass and it was pretty warm out, an activity that would always give me a killer headache. I put down my grounding cord afterwards and thought about my neck being healed by the angels and NO HEADACHE. This is huge. Thank you! You opened a door for me and I feel like there was a hole in my energy bucket and no matter how much I learned or how hard I tried I couldn't keep it full. The healing work you did with me plugged that hole right up and at the same time the channeling opened me up to so much help. Thank you from my whole heart!”
L.L. -Duncansville, Pennsylvania

(excerpt from the letter)

“Hi Helga, I want to send you a note to tell you how my life is unfolding these days. WONDERFULLY.... let me explain! Got back Sunday morning at 3 a.m. because the flight was delayed. When I got together with my boyfriend, I was not self-conscious around him at all while naked. I was able to walk around in the light and house and felt carefree about it. I wasn't concerned about covering myself up during sex or anything.

I feel so calm and secure within myself like I've never experienced before. A sense of inner peace that I've never had before. No heaviness and feel very light. I feel comfortable going out in public without makeup for the first time, etc. I like myself..... I love myself. I think I'm pretty cool in many ways!! Never thought this before! I started eating right and taking care of myself. I had gained about 15 lbs over the last several years. Now, the weight is coming off! I learned so much about my past life and my future life to be. Thank you for all your help. You are wonderful.”
K.H. -Austin, Texas

“Hi Helga, I just wanted to write to touch base with you. Things with me are going well, I notice different (good) changes about my life, and how I react to things different, regularly. As days/events pass and I reflect upon them, I definitely notice changes within myself. It is a busy time for me right now and I have noticed that I have not been stressed out, or overwhelmed about it, at all... I guess I am making progress!!. Thanks for your help.”
T.P. -Rochester, New York

"I am loving the work happening with Helga. Here’s how I would describe what hypnosis can do based on my personal experience with Helga. I have all these really upsetting emotions from childhood experiences that shaped my perception of myself as lacking worth, value and confidence. In adulthood, I did a lot of work to understand what took place and why. I have been able to fully rationalize and understand the psychology and the interpersonal dynamics. Having developed that understanding is great, but it has never HEALED me.

The emotional experience and the resulting perceptions of myself are like a sliver or splinter stuck in my skin. I can tell you the story of how the sliver got there. I can rationalize why it splintered off the wood and is lodged in my finger. I can explain why my finger hurts and an infection is forming around the splinter. All that talk is NOTHING. The splinter needs to be extracted. I have concluded that regression hypnosis can extract the splinters and shards of life that lodge themselves in our subconscious.”
S.N. -Rochester, New York

"Helga took me deeply into a state that allowed me to see the source of some anger. I was treating jaw clenching and it worked. It did one more further session to see if i could meet my elders for advice during this lifetime. Again she was able to bring me to a place to find comfort and knowledge that so much of what we worry about it just so little compared to the breadth of our spiritual self."
H.S. -Rochester, New York

Hair Pulling

"I went to see Helga for hair pulling (medically known as trichotillomania). I’ve been dealing with it for 30 years and had just about accepted it as something I’d always have to deal with, hide, and feel ashamed about. I tried traditional therapy, which did not work for me. I started talking to a friend about hypnosis, and I decided I’d give it a try. Helga’s website was the only one I found in my area that specifically listed trichotillomania, so I booked an appointment. Helga is wonderful! She has a beautiful soul. She is so empathetic, and you can just feel that she genuinely cares about you and your situation. It was also obvious that she has a lot of experience and knowledge. In just three sessions we worked though my issues, and I haven’t pulled out any hair since session one. The urge is no longer there. I am so grateful!"
A.B. -Rochester, New York

Nail Biting

"After dealing with an obsessive-compulsive disorder since I was a child, I decided to take the step to finally rid myself its grip and take my life back. I had been to other therapists but never had much success. Hypnosis was an option I had not considered but I was willing to give it a try. “Wow!” is the most descriptive word I can use to explain the results. Helga was very good at explaining the process and making me feel comfortable throughout the sessions. She led me on a journey where I was able to confront the causes of my anxiety. Though there were past events in my life that I knew contributed to my anxiety, I discovered some others that I never knew existed. With this new awareness and understanding, I can now confront my trauma and move past it."
P.G. -Rochester, New York

Fear of Needles

(Session Date - May 2013) (Update - November 2014)

“Hello Helga, You must have heard me thinking of you last week. I've been meaning to write to you for some time. Since we've last met I have had some major changes to my life. I divorced, sold my home of 25 years, and moved to Arizona. I cannot thank you enough for helping me with my syringe issue. With the emotional support of my new love, I was able to go to the doctor's office and have 8 viles of much needed blood work done. It's wonderful to hear from you, thank you for thinking of me!”
K.J. -Rochester, New York

Fear of Heights & Bridges

“Hi Helga, I know it’s been awhile, but I was always worried that I would go back to my fears. I want you to know that since I have relocated, I cross a 4 mile bridge to get to and from work, and drive along many bays, narrows, outlets, etc. I can do it! I have a life.”
A.C. -Maryland

(Session Date - October 2014) (Update - November 2014)

“Hi Helga, I did phenomenal during the adventure course with the heights. I only got nervous once and remembered what you had said. I relaxed and told myself nothing was going to happen and continued on. Thank you for everything. I really enjoy talking to you.”
C.K. -Warsaw, New York

Fear of Flying

“Wow! I sincerely want to thank you for all you have done for me. My neck and arm problems have vanished!!!!!!! Amazing, it had to be a major build up of stress. I was so skeptical before I came to you, but after just 3 sessions, I feel like my 2 biggest inner fears and phobias are numb. I don’t have these constant anxieties thinking about my upcoming trip. I can’t wait to enjoy my vacation!! I feel so good and also laugh about having smiles on my face while I was in hypnosis and really getting TOO comfortable in your recliner… ha-ha. Again, I truly feel if a person really wants to make changes to the good in their life, hypnosis is a miracle waiting to happen. Again thank you so much, love and live life!”
E.L. -Rochester, New York

Confidence & Motivation

“I have felt very good since my sessions with you. Your work enabled me to see inside myself to find the issues that have been holding me back. I feel that, overtime, this experience will help me reach my goals.”
Thank you Helga. V.B. -Rochester, New York

“Helga, I can’t thank you enough for helping me. My outlook on life is totally different now. I feel that I am at peace with myself. And the side effects are that I no longer have the munchies at night and it has been almost 3 weeks without a cigar!” The best of luck to you. Stay in touch.”
R.A. -Rochester, New York

Career Success

“I had an amazing experience at Inner Harmony Hypnosis. I worked with Helga when I was at a crossroads with my career and she helped me to uncover the drivers behind my professional characteristics that were contributing to unmanageable stress levels. After 4 sessions with Helga, I now feel centered in my true self and confident that I can have a career that will not only full fill me professionally, but will allow me to live a more balanced happy life.”
J.W. -Rochester, New York

Learning & Test Improvement

“Thank you so much! My college grades have improved so much since my sessions with you. I never realized how my insecurities could have given me so much trouble in school. I feel like my whole life is changed for the better.”
C.H. -Rochester, New York

Ultra Height®

“I started working on the issue of guilt more than 20 years ago. And I had come a long way. Then I began having physical issues eight years ago, and no manner of medical or alternative healing made much of a dent, until I had a few phone sessions with Helga. In a deep state of hypnosis, I realized that my electrical buzzing, aches and pains had their roots in an ancient decision I had made (along with my fellow humans), which created the original guilt, a.k.a. original sin. And I could finally forgive myself for forgetting who I am and why I made that decision. Now, I can look at myself in the mirror and laugh at my refection because I am finally free to move through life with joy, unencumbered by guilt.”
J.M. -Maryland