Hi, I'm Marcus.
Quiet the noise. Sleep deeper. Feel like yourself again.
Marcus Rivera
PhD Clinical Psychology, CHt, BCH
I came to hypnotherapy after a decade in clinical psychology, frustrated by how rarely talk-only approaches reached the deeper, body-level patterns that keep people stuck. Something was missing between what the research showed was possible and what traditional therapy could deliver in a 50-minute hour.
Hypnotherapy filled that gap. It gave me a way to work with the nervous system directly, helping clients access the subconscious patterns driving their anxiety, insomnia, and stress responses. The changes I saw were faster and more lasting than anything I had seen in conventional practice.
My practice is small on purpose. I take fewer clients so each one gets the attention this work deserves. Every session is built around your specific goals, tracked against real progress markers, and adjusted as we go. No cookie-cutter scripts, no one-size-fits-all programs.
When I am not in session, I teach clinical hypnotherapy techniques to other practitioners and consult with wellness centers on integrating evidence-based hypnotherapy into their offerings. I believe this work should be accessible to everyone, not just people who happen to find the right therapist.
How I help my clients
My approach blends clinical hypnotherapy with cognitive behavioral techniques and mindfulness-based interventions. Every client starts with a thorough intake where we identify specific goals and baseline measures. From there, I build a customized program that typically runs 4 to 8 sessions.
I use a combination of Ericksonian techniques, parts therapy, and direct suggestion work, tailored to how each client responds. Between sessions, you will have recordings and exercises to reinforce the work. I track progress against the goals we set in session one and adjust the approach based on what is actually working.
How I work with clients
Evidence-Based Methods
Every technique I use is backed by peer-reviewed research. No guesswork, no pseudoscience.
Goal-Oriented Sessions
We set measurable goals in session one and track progress against them. You will always know where you stand.
Private & Confidential
HIPAA-aligned practice with encrypted video sessions. Your privacy is non-negotiable.
Custom Recordings
After each session, you get a personalized recording to reinforce the work between appointments.
Faster Results
Most clients see meaningful shifts within 4 to 6 sessions. Hypnotherapy works with the subconscious directly.
Collaborative Approach
You are always in control. I guide the process, but you set the pace and the boundaries.
Areas of focus
Education and training
What clients say
“After two decades of insomnia, I am finally sleeping through the night. By session four I knew something fundamental had shifted. Dr. Rivera has a way of making you feel completely safe while doing deep work.”
“Marcus holds the most calm, professional space. I came in skeptical and left with tools I still use a year later. My anxiety went from a daily battle to something I can actually manage.”
“I had tried therapy, meds, meditation apps. This is the first thing that actually quieted the part of my brain that would not shut up. Five sessions and I feel like a different person.”
Book a 30-minute consultation with Marcus.
Pick a time that works for you. No pressure, just a conversation about what you need and whether this is the right fit.