Shanon Chaiken is a certified hypnosis practitioner, not a physician, psychiatrist, psychologist, therapist or counselor.  Hypnosis is not a replacement for medical treatment, psychological or psychiatric services or counseling.  Shanon Chaiken does not treat, prescribe for or diagnose any condition. If you'd like help with a medical issue, please ask your doctor for a referral for hypnosis.  If you are in psychotherapy or counseling, please consult your therapist or counselor before engaging hypnotic services.  If you are addicted to alcohol or drugs, please seek addiction counseling, recovery, and/or rehab before incorporating hypnosis as part of your recovery plan. Hypnosis supplements and supports, but does not replace, other healing modalities.