I needed to change my appointment, but she still decided to charge me even though I had a real reason to change. She may be a great therapist, but I did not appreciate her attitude. I really cannot rate her read more

I can't begin to sing Alisha's praises enough! My hypnotherapy session with her has been so helpful in every way! I sought her out for a few different things. Anxiety, sleep issues, and fear of sea sickness since I am going on a cruise. Some years back, she helped me with the sea sickness, and it completely got rid of it. It was unbelievable! She starts off with an extensive questionnaire for you to fill out to get a good gauge on the issues you are wanting to work on. And then during your scheduled appointment, she spends a lengthy amount of time discussing your issues, your goals, and all kinds of other interesting and helpful things. When she records your session it is sent to you via text so you can listen to it at your leisure. I've only had the session recording for two nights and I listened to the session both nights as I was getting ready for bed. I fell asleep so peacefully and both nights slept incredibly well which is very rare for me these days! I would recommend Alisha for any issues you're struggling with! She absolutely amazing! read more

Taking Hypnobirthing with Alisha Tamburri in March 2020 was one of the best decisions I made while preparing for the birth of my first child that July. The tools and techniques I learned in her class gave me the confidence and calm I needed--and I used them again when I gave birth to my second child in June 2023. Both births were completely unmedicated, peaceful, and empowering. I wasn't afraid--I actually enjoyed the experience. Alisha is incredibly warm, kind, and grounded. Her presence alone is calming, and she was always able to soothe any fears or anxieties I had. I even called her while in labor, and she guided me through breathing techniques that helped me stay centered. With my first, I arrived at the hospital already 9 centimeters dilated after laboring at home most of the day. It was a beautiful experience. My husband took the class with me, which was so helpful. He knew exactly how to support me and understood the birth experience I envisioned. Because I had such a positive experience, I even reached out to Alisha while my sister was in labor. Although my sister hadn't taken the course, Alisha generously offered to speak with her and provided much-needed reassurance during a stressful time. To this day, I still use the calming techniques I learned, and I'm teaching my children the importance of mindfulness and meditation. Alisha's guidance has truly had a lasting impact on me and my family. read more

Alisha is incredibly patient, kind, caring, and an absolute pro in every way. I started seeing Alisha when I decided I wanted to have a baby. I had some anxiety issues I wanted to resolve before having a child. I never expected the results to be so life-changing. I can say without a doubt that Alisha's therapy changed my life for the better. I also took her hypnobirthing classes and was lucky enough to have her in the delivery room with me and my husband which made the whole experience so much more peaceful and fantastic. I just saw her again several months ago for an issue that had been bothering me for years. She made me a recording that I listened to every night for several months. It not only helped me sleep better but actually alleviated my issue altogether! Alisha is simply the best! read more

Alisha's hypnotherapy has helped me tremendously. I had sleeping issues in the middle of the night, but once I started to listen to her tapes on hypnosis, my sleeping has improved so much. I would definitely recommend Alisha. read more

I had the most incredible experience with Alisha - I worked with her for my fear of driving and can't believe it but I am now driving and I do not remember being afraid!!!! read more

Alisha is an incredibly gifted healer, doula and hypnotherapist. She came highly recommended to me and after just one casual conversation on the phone - I could feel how connected and caring she was for my overall health and wellbeing. She truly does the healing work out of her good heart and has coached me with incredibly practical tips like she would for her own daughter/family member. She is also extremely intuitive and has helped both my husband and I heal from childhood trauma and blocks as well as set up as a successful unit in preparation for parenthood. Everything from what is needed prenatal to postnatal for mom and dad was fully taken care of under Alisha's care proactively. I highly recommend her to anyone looking to breakthrough & squeeze more nectar out of their life. This has been a truly life changing experience under Alisha's nurturing guidance. She is truly an amazing soul. She is a vital life force! read more

I stumbled on this business while googling 'fear of flying' and I could not be happier with the results. Alisha provided me with such great guidance and assistance through her hypnotherapy that I just returned from a 30 hour (each way!) plane trip...without needing to be medicated. :) I am very grateful and excited to be taking back my love of flying and adventure that I used to have. So grateful, in fact, that I returned for a 2nd visit to beef up my self talk and get help with my generalized anxiety. I cannot say enough good things about Alisha, her process, and most importantly, the RESULTS. If you're even *considering* hypnotherapy - do it. Alisha can help. read more

I called this place and spoke with Alisha for over 30 minutes. She is amazing! Professional, companionate, understanding... I could go on and on. I haven't actually had a session with her, that's why I'm writing this review. She spent over 30 minutes on the phone discussing my situation with me, taking notes and just very engaged in the conversation. She then recommended I look into a different treatment that she doesn't offer after spending all that time on the phone with me. Obviously she has your best interest in mind, not only hers. It's refreshing to find anyone offering any type of service that actually has their clients best interest in mind. Thank you very much for your help, Alisha! read more

So this review is long overdue. My husband and I took the Hypnobirthing classes with Aisha with our first child 5 years ago. Not only is she great but the classes helped both my husband and I in what to really expect. We since then have had two other children using the same birth plan from our first. Recently we had our third child and let's just say it was totally different from the first two births. Aisha was so sweet to call me back and reassure me in my decision to allow my body to do its thing and in doing so avoiding getting enduced. Her voice is so calm and soothing, she's friendly and attentive. I strongly recommend her class! read more

If you're reading this, I'm happy for you that you found Alisha! Her deeply caring support and highly attuned abilities as a hypnotherapist have been transformative for me. I started working with her in 2020 to help with anxiety and PTSD during pregnancy after trauma and loss. The recording she did for me was so effective in helping me cope, managing my fear, and giving me a sense of agency and power when I felt little control. In the years since, I have worked with her for continued help with generalized anxiety, fear and creative blocks, as well as another pregnancy and birth. In working together to write the scripts for the recordings, Alisha is so intuitive and thorough that the collaboration process itself always leaves me with clarity and renewed hope. While it's Alisha's calming voice I hear in the recordings, she's truly guiding me to connect, trust and rely on my own. If you're interested in trying hypnotherapy, I can't recommend Alisha enough. read more

I have been doing Hypnotherapy with Alisha for a few years now and she has helped me a lot with my anxiety, PTSD, public speaking and even dating! After my partner died I wasn't able to be in a relationship with anyone for over 5 years, but after having 2 or 3 sessions I was able to have another relationship! It's truly remarkable. It doesn't matter what you are working on the hypnosis really works!! And Alisha truly cares about the people she works with and checks up on them long after to see how their life is going. I love working with her. I tried hypnotherapy with other practitioners but it never worked for me. I think the key is that Alisha records the hypnosis using your own words and it truly works! I highly recommend her!! read more

I did a session with Alisha a couple of months before I was set to begin my first round of IVF. I decided to do it so I could release the fears, anxieties, and mental baggage I had surrounding the process. I was scared of injecting drugs into my body (I don't even take Tylenol ever), I was scared of anesthesia, I was scared of not having healthy eggs, I was scared of an embryo not attaching and not having a healthy pregnancy. Among other things. We did one hypnotherapy session, which was recorded, and I listened to it every day (sometimes multiple times) leading up to doing the shots, egg retrieval, and again before my frozen embryo transfer. I went into each phase subconsciously/mentally well. I was calm and expected good outcomes. I credit that to Alisha. It was such a vast difference from the nervousness I see so many women going through the process experiencing. We had great success the first round. In fact, we only put in one embryo and it split (2.5% chance)! I am expecting identical twins any day now!! Alisha actually put a line in my hypno recording about twins. Is it because of her we're having these TWO miracle babies? I think she's definitely a part of it! read more

Alisha has been God send! I was a bit skeptical of the class when I heard about "hypnobirthing" but after 3 separate referrals- one peer, and two from different doctors I see (OB and thyroid doctor) I figured it was worth at least reaching out. Well, after speaking with Alisha on the phone I knew my husband and I needed to take this birthing class. On our first phone conversation she said something that always stuck w me. "Take a class that prepares you to be a parent, not a patient". It was a huge shift for me and the class empowered my husband and I in dealing with everyday people quick to tell you what you should do regarding baby or birth AND even my doctor. She's so gracious and patient (Lord knows I had so many questions all the time) both via phone or class! My husband is wayyyyy more skeptical than even I and after our experience with Alisha he's even suggested I "reach out for Alisha" to ask for advice. Alisha is very knowledgeable, kind, respectful, and honest. I would tell any first time mommas to take this read more

If you are looking for support with weight loss, renewed energy and/or better sleep, or support in any other area of your life look no further! I recently did session with Alisha Tamburri and was beyond impressed with the results I achieved from listening to her customized hypnosis recording she made for me. I have been struggling with strong sugar cravings for most of my life and a lack of motivation to "move" and exercise so reached out to Alisha to do a session with her, as she came very highly recommended from friends and family and I was told she may be able to assist me with these things. Alisha was so incredibly kind and understanding and worked to address all of my concerns and challenges. Due to the pandemic and out of respect for my safety and well being, she offered me a "virtual" session which I greatly appreciated. She helped me to review the areas in my life I wanted some help and guidance with and then recorded a session for me, addressing each area I was seeking improvement in. I listened to her recording each night right before bed for a couple of weeks and was amazed at the results. I noticed a significant reduction in sugar cravings which helped me to consume less sugar and I also felt more inspired and motivated to move and exercise more. Within only a month of listening to her recording I, remarkably, lost 10 pounds and within two months have now lost 20 pounds and have kept it off. I have been struggling, to no avail, to lose this extra weight over the past few years and it suddenly was melting off, almost effortlessly, as I felt her recording had helped to reprogram my general thought patterns and behavior in these areas. I must admit, it felt very "magical", to get these results so quickly. I also noticed, as an added benefit, that her soothing and gentle voice on the recording lulled me to sleep at night and I found it helped me sleep better. I sometimes struggle with falling asleep at night and this recording seems to help me relax and fall asleep easily. I am so impressed with the results from Alisha's work (her recording) and feel so much gratitude to Alisha for sharing this special gift with me every time I listen to her recording. I highly recommend working with Alisha. She is such a talented, wise, caring and supportive soul and has the tools to help you meet your health and fitness goals and/or I am sure any goals you set your mind and heart to. read more

Alisha Tamburri has been one of the most impactful, nurturing and encouraging practitioners I've worked with and I have tried nearly everything from talk therapy, CBT, EMDR, self awareness/mindfulness workshops and ancient practices. She helped me come to a place where I truly believed in all I wanted to manifest in my life and actually do it. No other work has done that for me. She was also very generous with her time being available when I had a tough time and checking in as I progressed. I came in thinking I needed to do a past life regression but after listening to my goals she opened up the possibility and created a tailored guided meditation for me that was only to be for 30 days. It was so perfectly crafted for me touching on big life and inner healing goals. Her voice is so calming and I love how she phrased things from a place of wisdom that it's helped me with nights when I needed help falling asleep. I enjoyed it so much that I still listen to it to this day despite already reaching most of these goals and being after nearly a full year ago! I'm so grateful for all that has opened up in my life and also to have gained a trusted advisor along the way. I look forward to working with her again in the future and highly highly recommend her! read more

Alisha is an absolute Godsend. I recently finished her hypnobirthing class series in Beverly Hills, and my husband & I enjoyed every session. We both adore Alisha and she has completely transformed my mentality from viewing birth as a traumatic and scary experience, into a beautiful one that I feel fortunate & even look forward to experiencing. I think that's one of the most important things I gained from this, just a complete mentality change and being able to view birth differently has helped keep me calm and relaxed. Even viewing birthing videos was beautiful! What a difference it makes to understand that screaming and a bloody horror doesn't have to be the norm, it can actually be enjoyable. She provided so much helpful information and even helped out with the birth plan. She gives so many helpful handouts & scripts for my husband to use in order to keep me relaxed, which I all keep safely in a binder to review. She is someone who truly cares & would go out of your way to help you. I feel comfortable enough to email her/call her anytime I have a question, she is just too amazing. I've recommended her hypnobirthing class to all my friends, and would encourage you to try it out as well! read more

I was never a believer in hypnotherapy and thought it was all fluff. It wasn't until I needed a mental edge to help me retain the content I had learned for a brutal 6 hour long test. Passing the test was a matter of keeping my job or getting fired so I didn't want to leave anything to chance, so I decided to give ClearMind a shot upon a friends recommendation. Admittedly I approached my first session with Alisha with the utmost doubt and apprehension that hypnotherapy would work on me. Then about 10 min into the session Alisha made me feel completely relaxed and at ease. I started dozing off thinking about the score I was targeting to achieve on my exam and woke up with that score engrained in my psyche. Six weeks pass. It was test time. During the entire 6 hours I felt relaxed, confident in my answers, and had a clear visual of my target score. The time passed, I answered my final question, then hit SUBMIT. Then the nerves kicked in, so I closed my eyes and visualized my score for one last time. After 10 seconds of shut eye I open my eyes only to see the EXACT score I was aiming for. I was stunned! Needless to say I became a believer in Alisha's abilities. I'm truly grateful for taking the chance with ClearMind and would recommend it to anyone looking to achieve that "mental edge". read more

Alisha has helped my family for almost 15 years now. We first met Alisha when we were expecting our first child for a Hypnobirthing course. We had never considered hypnosis as a method before a friend suggested the course to us and - to be totally transparent about it - we only did the course because it sounded nice! However, both my husband and I found that we were very susceptible to the positive messages we received during hypnosis... So we used hypnosis to help with labor and after that we've used it for relieving stress and high blood pressure. I am a scientist by training - having started out very skeptical, I can tell you that the results are real. I am sure the is a difference between Hypnotherapists... Alisha has produced tangible results every time we've gone to her. She has successfully used hypnosis for us to remove anxiety and fear, and replace it with a calm acceptance... which in many situations is a big part of what gets in our way. Most recently, in 2023, Alisha met with my almost 14 year old son who is under the care of a Cardiologist and Nephrologist at CHLA for high blood pressure due to a borderline narrowing of the aorta... as his parents we know that he gets White Coat Syndrome as he hates going to the Dr. After YEARS of blood pressure measurements between 148 and 176 in the doctors' offices (and usually around 122 at home when he's calm)... He saw Alisha and after listening to the hypnotic messages for only a couple of weeks his blood pressure last week was 122 IN THE HOSPITAL with all the machines beeping around him. I know it can't really be explained by science yet, but even our son's doctors are puzzled and amazed at the extreme change in his measurements... I am so happy that we tried this for him... it's life changing. Alisha is the real deal - if you are considering trying out this method, my whole family recommends her wholeheartedly. read more

One of the most powerful things about having a natural birth experience was having the power and ability to work with my wife through the intensity, pressure and mild discomfort while she breathed her baby down during her surges. She tells other that her birthing experience was just perfect. There was harding any discomfort and she never once had anything she can describe as "pain" during the entire process. The whole process from start to finish was about 7 hours and a natural birth in water was the result. My little girl is so calm and relaxed, super healthy and I attribute much of it to her relaxed birth and my wife's relaxed labor. Now if the above words sound intriguing or interesting to you, I recommend completely taking Hypnobirthing with Alisha Tamburri. She is super knowledgeable and very experienced in the process of birth. She empowers you to have your birth your way. She was just one part of our dream team of Hypnobirthing Coach, Doula and Midwife. I still can just start to recite the words to my wife (or daughter for that matter) at night and with in just a few minutes they are fast asleep or just deeply relaxed. read more

Just so everyone knows, Alisha offers her students a free HypnoTherapy session in exchange for a 5-Star review on Yelp. That explains her 5-Star reviews. My wife and I took her HypnoBirthing class. Alisha interrupted class numerous times to answer phone calls and text messages. She was constantly distracted by her phone, and it was very disrespectful to the class. Her instructions never had any impact on me, and my wife said the class did nothing for her during labor. The class includes a HypnoBirthing book, and my wife learned more from the book than the class. The book is "HypnoBirthing: The Mongan Method: A Natural Approach to a Safe, Easier, More Comfortable Birthing." I attended these classes to support my wife, but it was torture for both of us. If your partner asks you to attend this, strongly advise them against it, and if that doesn't work, you should sit this one out. *In response to Alisha's 5/23/2018 comments: You have me mistaken for someone else. My wife and I completed your course, including the final class for women only. Nothing in your comments pertain to us or my review. read more

I was referred to Alisha by my midwife Simona Istrate. I'm a second time mom going for a VBAC and I must admit Before I attended her class I had self doubt. I enrolled into her hypnobirthing class and all I could think of is why I didn't know of this class with my first pregnancy. My husband and I learned so much and she gave me the confidence I needed to have a natural birth after C section . I feel that had I attended her class for my first pregnancy I could have avoided so many interventions that ultimately led to my c-section. You come out feeling empowered! I believe every woman should take a hypnobirthing class if a natural birth is the plan. Alisha made us feel as if we've known her for a very long time. She brings a lot of great energy and peace within you. read more

I thoroughly enjoyed Alisha's hypnobirthing class. My husband, who at first didn't want to spend the money, felt like it was an incredible deal for what we got out of it. You learn relaxation techniques that you can both use your whole life long, as well as of course learning tons of useful information about pursuing a natural, gentle birth. I also got the added benefit of a lifelong skill for relaxing myself when I'm anxious! I've been using the techniques every day and have been sleeping so well at night! Several people in class who used to have trouble sleeping mentioned the same thing. I never had trouble sleeping until I was pregnant, and getting this extra sleep now...while I can...has been invaluable! You get the Marie Mongan book and two CDs with the class Highly recommend! read more

I've been blessed to experience Alisha's work as both a Hypnotherapist as well as a HypnoBirthing teacher/doula. A few years back, I was suffering from a challenging case of sciatica. Knowing that sciatica is not only a result of a physical condition, I had a hypnotherapy session with Alisha. She created a fantastic personalized audio CD for me to continue working with. For weeks I'd fall asleep to this CD every night and felt relaxed and comfortable which was so refreshing and healing. In addition to that, as a doula and childbirth filmmaker, I've taken Alisha's HypnoBirthing training to enrich my knowledge in the birthing process. Alisha is a fantastic teacher, knows her subject well, patient, confident and deeply loyal and dedicated to her students. She was there for them not only during class, but after as well. Her availability and support goes a long way, and I know from many mamas and papas who have taken her class that they are forever grateful for what she's taught and given them. One mama even called her "my guardian angel." Alisha's dedication to her students and to the birth community in general is selfless. She works closely with many doctors, midwives and nurses, and now more hospitals are accommodating for couples that are having a HypnoBirth. Much of that is thanks to the work that Alisha has done over the years. I've also attended a number of births with Alisha. Witnessing the gift of her presence as a HypnoBirthing doula is inspiring. She is ever so present, calm and supportive of the mother's process. She also has great relationships with the hospital and home caregivers and is able to lead (and follow!) the mama's journey with grace. Every woman should enjoy the presence of such a doula! read more

Thanks to Alisha and her HypnoBirthing classes, I wouldn't have been able to empower myself the way I did during my birth experience. I am so grateful. I was 38 weeks pregnant with twins (my first pregnancy) and my OB and I were both prepared to deliver these babies vaginally and without drugs. So when at 38 weeks my lab results came back to reveal that I had developed toxemia and cholestasis, my birth plan went completely out the window. After months of preparation and hypnosis, I was determined to see my birthing go a certain way. But when it ultimately came down to the safety of my babies I knew what I had to do. I was able to make a calm, clear and ego free decision about what was best for me and my babies BECAUSE of the HypnoBirthing. I kept hearing one of the HypnoBirthing affirmations over and over in my head- "I am prepared to calmly meet whatever turn my birthing may take." And honestly, now that my babies are here, I could care less how they came out of me. Plus, now, I'm using my hypnobirthing and breathing to help with my recovery, and to keep sane during those long sleepless nights. HypnoBirthing is not just for birthing. It is helping me in every aspect of my life. Alisha was, without a doubt, a necessity in my birthing experience. I couldn't have done it with such grace without her. read more

An important part of the work I do with couples who are beginning or growing their families is referrals My doula clients trust me to recommend the best of the best - professionals who will truly be able to bring healing and confidence at such a wonderful and challenging time. Some have faced difficulties emotionally such as extreme anxiety leading up to the birth of their child or trauma after a difficult labor experience. Others face physical battles like headaches or chronic nausea during pregnancy. Still others need spiritual rest and tranquility surrounding the newness of parenting and the postpartum journey. Time and again Alisha has brought that therapeutic healing, release, peace of mind, and practical skills to "my" families. Her sessions are amazing gifts -effective and full of wisdom. Alisha is available, responsive, and always makes time for those who need help. Whether through regularly scheduled sessions or a simple phone consultation situation in emergencies, Alisha is able to break new ground, and I am so thankful for the love and passion she puts into everything she does. It's not just a feel-good for the moment bandaid that she offers, but meaningful and deep change that comes through the hypnosis therapy. My clients who see Alisha agree every time that they only wish they'd done it sooner. read more

Alisha is the best when it comes to hypnosis and HyonoBirthing! Her classes are full of tools you can use to make your birth the best it can be! read more

Alisha is truly a sweetheart! My husband and I went to her Hypnobirthing class. My husband was resistant like most men and my birth was difficult but I am not sure we would've gotten through it the way we did without her guidance. You will not regret having her part of your birthing team. She will do her best to help you with all the resources she has even after the course is over. read more

Hooray for Hypnobirthing! My husband and I took Alisha's class to try to prepare ourselves for a natural childbirth, and boy did we achieve it! First baby, 5.5 hour labor, no epidural! Whee!!! I had been terrified of birth, and initially panicked upon finding out I was pregnant thinking "now that it's in there, I'm going to have to give birth to it!". My mother had labored with me for 16 hours with no progress and then had an emergency c-section, and so had all of my aunts with their children, so those stories were all I had to go on, and I had been assured "oh you'll need a c-section just like us". Great.... This course was fundamental to shifting my mindset and undoing the damage of those stories so that I could relax into the birthing process and have the 5 hour labor I ultimately achieved. First let me say that we only took Alisha's course (no doula or hypnotherapy services), so all of the skills we learned in her class we had to practice on our own (practice is CRUCIAL to success!), but the course was an excellent and necessary foundation from which to work. She provided lovely videos and images to fill my mind with how a natural birth could look, and taught us the breathing exercises that got me through labor (horse breathing!). I listened to the CDs and guided imagery daily, (multiple times per day in the weeks leading up to delivery), and that helped exponentially. The book was also SO helpful, as not only did it show that hypnobirths were possible, but also taught me how the muscles of my uterus work so that I understood what was happening during contractions and didn't fight against my body, which I believe was why my labor was so short. We have less fear about things that we understand, so in that way, the book and course helped to relieve the fear-tension-pain cycle that I believe causes great distress in most women's labors. We took the course in June and delivered in early October, so the timing was good, I felt, to give me time to fully understand the course material and book, listen to the CDs a lot, and then practice breathing and getting my mind "right" once I felt I got the hang of it. To be honest, contractions still hurt a lot - I felt uncomfortable but not in pain for about a week leading up to labor, and then when labor began, I was apparently already in the transition phase, so it got intense very fast. When I got to the hospital 2.5 hours after contractions started, I was already dilated to 8cm! I believe that's because that first week was my 'early labor' and when contractions started, I was already in transition. When the intense pain and transition contractions began, I was able to relax and 'horse breathe' and basically become a ball of putty so my body could do its thing. It worked. Honestly I kept telling myself throughout my pregnancy "I want to be one of those women who's oblivious to early labor and then just suddenly realizes she's having contractions and goes to the hospital and has her baby," and as Alisha kept saying "envision the birth you want, you'll have what you envision", that's exactly what I got! If you can get rid of the fear and let your positive self-talk and imagery blossom, you can have it. I am proof, I never thought I'd be able to do it, but I was. If you're seeking a natural labor, I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this class and its book/CDs as a foundation, and if you're really struggling to undo years of fright about labor, also read Ina May Gaskin's books (I read her 2nd one, it was a wonderful compliment to this course). Practice practice practice, how much effort you put in is crucial to how much you get out, listen to the meditations, and let the fear release! If you truly feel prepared, unafraid, and ready for labor, it is the best gift you could ever give yourself, and you'll have the birth you envision. read more

This review is long overdue. I've used Alisha's services for years and can't rave enough about everything she has done for my family and I. I will mention the most notable... Many years ago I was in a horrible 3 car collision that left me unconscious with a concussion and brief loss of memory. Aside from the aches and pains and my 6 month old brand new car being totaled, my biggest issue was reliving the sequence of events trying to remember what happened. I was hesitant to do hypnotherapy because I was not a "believer"...I was desperate so I tried...after less than 5 minutes of hypnotherapy it all came back! Alisha got my subconscious to a safe place and I remembered everything - this was still scary to cope with, but much better than the unknown which caused me to replay the accident over and over because I just wanted to know what happened. Fast forward to many years later, now married and expecting the biggest blessing....a baby boy. One of my biggest fears in life was BIRTH. After the 1st couple hypnobirthing classes, my fears were gone! I was still anxious for all of the unknowns but felt I had all the tools I needed. They call it labor for a reason, it's WORK to create another human being but it was the most amazing and positive experience of my life, 21 hours of labor (14 at home) and only 8 minutes of pushing and I even got to "catch" my own son. It was such a peaceful way to bring a child into the world; quiet, whispers, dim lights and calming music. My son was so blessed to experience his 1st moments in the world so calm and joyous. Now my son is almost 3 years old and has had his fair share of challenges; saying goodbye to his pacifier, his bottles, sleep issues, learning how to pee standing and so much more. Alisha has been there to help with all of those difficult transitions. Our son requests Alisha's hypnosis "music" (as he calls it) every night. We have several sessions uploaded on his iPod and often set one to repeat throughout the night. I've referred Alisha to many people for various reasons and all have felt the same way as I have - lucky to have an amazing go-to person for help during tough times or help during the best times. Alisha takes pride in her work and truly cares about her clients. read more

I had a great Hypnotherapy experience with Alisha She is very professional, kind, and considerate. She helped me in preparing thoroughly to really tap into and access what my goals really were before the session so I could get the maximum benefit. She took great care to understand, to listen and help me to be at ease. I got a lot out of the session and continue to benefit from it. I highly recommend her. Rama read more

Alisha is a gift from Heaven! I wrote a long review about her masterful hypnotherapy skills and her phenomenal leadership and care in the birthing community as a doula and hypnobirthing instructor; however, my review somehow got erased... So, let me keep this short and brief. You are in the best hands no matter what you go to Alisha for! I have received hypnotherapy from Alisha -- PHENOMENAL! I was in one of the deepest relaxed states I've ever felt during our session and the gift of the session keeps giving and giving, as she recorded my session and gave it to me afterward! Alisha is also a mentor to me as a hypnobirthing doula. I am in awe of how she spends hours and hours and hours of her time assisting women and their partners in having the best possible experience through pre-conception, pregnancy, birth and postpartum. She has been in the birthing community for over a quarter century here in L.A. and she knows just about EVERYONE and has a keen sense of how to connect people (helping mamababy & their partners find the perfect doctor, midwife, chiropractor, physical therapist, acupuncturist, prenatal massage therapist, placenta encapsulator, doula, postpartum doula, etc.) She is a "trouble-shooter" and will help see her clients aalll the way through any issue until they are on the sunnier side of things. She is also a deeply spiritual being, and respectful of everyone's beliefs. She has a way of helping you remember that all is well and that there is a solution to any problem. Alisha is also, in my opinion, one of the best educators of birth and hypnobirthing. I have attended her full 4 week hypnobirthing class twice. I tell all my doula clients about Alisha and those who attend her class are always extra prepared and at ease with the birthing process. One quick story, because this is short (relative to my last review!) I recommended one of my doula clients attend Alisha's hypnobirthing class. She had had 2 rather traumatic hospital births. She told me she felt there was a "key" somewhere that she needed to find that would unlock something within her and allow for a beautiful natural birthing experience. When I recommended Alisha's class, she attended the first 3 classes (traveling from Orange County to L.A.) and read the hypnobirthing book. We did a little hypnosis together. She didn't make it to the 4th class because her baby was born by then... She had an all natural birth in Orange County in a hospital that is not "natural birth" friendly. In fact, the staff had never witnessed a hypnobirth (unlike many hospitals in L.A. who are quite familiar with hypnobirth and natural birth). The staff was in awe as she listened to her hypnobirthing cd and brought her baby into the world with no directed pushing. She said that birthing her baby didn't hurt this time and that she herself didn't push, her body did it automatically. There was very little blood, so much so that there was no need for pitocin to prevent hemorrhaging (which was routine at this hospital). All the staff was in awe of this natural hypnobirthing mama and baby! This mama is now a huge advocate of hypnobirthing and of Alisha's class! As am I! read more

My husband and I took Alisha's HypnoBirthing class and really loved it. I found the scripts very relaxing and listened to them everyday. She showed us several inspirational birthing videos in her class that gave me the courage and strength to believe I could have the unmedicated birth I envisioned. My doula put the scripts on during my labor and I went into the hypnotic state that Alisha had prepared us for. I was able to focus on each surge, taking one at a time, to get through. We were going through an especially hard time when I was 6 months pregnant; every aspect of our life was hit - family, work, and financial. We met with Alisha outside of class for a session and she wrote us a personalized script to help us turn a corner in our lives. I fell asleep to the script each night and would listen to it again when I woke up at the wee hours of the night. Her words sunk into my subconscious and we were finally able to manifest many positive things in our lives and welcome our healthy baby. We are going to set up another session with her for a new year's script to set a positive tone for 2014. I would highly recommend Alisha's HypnoBirthing class if you want to own your labor and birthing experience. Her customized script can help you bring about the change you desire in your life. read more

Although I was skeptical at first, taking Alisha's class opened and avenue for re-programming my wife's and my thinking toward natural birthing methods. In the process, we have also helped friends and family members along. We are thankful for the lessons learned and for the encouragement to continue on our path of living and birthing how we were intended to... Naturally! read more

Alisha is top notch. Before I met her I knew very little about hypno birthing and how amazing it is. She is very professional and kind, gentle and easy to learn from. Her classes are extremely informative and help so much with one of the most miraculous events of ones life. THANKS ALISHA! read more

I was referred to Alisha and her HypnoBirthing class by a dear friend of mine who swore by her work. I called Alisha to inform myself of the class and from that first phone conversation, she comforted me and empowered me as a pregnant woman. I decided to take her course with my husband and we were both extremely happy. She gave us the tools to feel confident for when we would go into labour and more importantly as soon to be parents. Thank you Alisha for sharing your knowledge and for empowering us along the way. read more

SENT BY GOD. My wife and I traveled to Mexico a month ago. She was brutally stacked by 3 females while we were getting into our vehicle for absolutely no reason. Ever since then, my wife wasn't the same person. About a week after that it finally kicked in. She started having horrible anxiety attacks/ hot flashes/ heart rising/ and a lot of fear. She was taken to the Emergency over 4 times and blood work was done that came back normal for that reason she was discharged although she was having panic attacks. The doctors would say, you're ok nothing is wrong with you. Without even knowing how my poor wife felt. I must say as her husband I felt helpless to know that there was absolutely nothing I can do for her to take that feeling away. FINALLY after going through agony for about a month, we became open minded and felt that we needed professional help. I called about 3 different hypnosis on a Sunday and they would either not answer or ask for doctors referral. Until I came across Alicia. I called Alicia at noon on the same Sunday and she right away asked me for information and said she would call back within an hour. I said to myself yeah sure she probably will be with her family and not call back. But I was wrong. Alicia called back and we scheduled an appointment for 7:30pm same Sunday. Alicia is an Angel, the most accommodating person ever a true instrument of God. We spoke about Everything and my wife had her session. Let me tell you, my wife was able to not only sleep good but she was able to sleep on our bed. She had been sleeping on the floor next to the sliding door open due to her hot flashes. I can't thank you enough Alicia. My wife is sleeping right now and I'm on my way to work. We will be back again may God bless his beautiful creation. Thank you Alicia. read more

Alisha's Hypnobirthing classes are amazing! Her class helped me have an all natural birth no medication.

We took the HypnoBirthing class with Alisha and that was a wonderful experience! We gained a lot of knowledge along with calmness and peace of mind towards our upcoming birth. The class was very well structured & We learned so much about relaxation techniques and the entire birth process. The class was informative, we had a lot of breathing & relaxation techniques practice, we watched videos, it was fun and reassuring . sharing from personal experience & creating a relaxed environment during the sessions contributed a lot to prepare ourselves for the arrival of our baby. Alisha is a professional, caring and devoted instructor and even though we were 10 couples in the class - it felt as if we got a personal one on one training & attention . Alisha was available and attentive to every question, concern or problem we had and did her best to help, guide and give support in a relaxed and confident manner. I wish we could continue the class more than 4 sessions and we will definitely use what we have learned at our birth and in life! We have enjoined the class and gained a lot from the HypnoBirthing method and from meeting Alisha and I would recommend it to all of my expecting friends . Rina & Thomas read more

When i became a doula i was very interested in Hypnobirthing for my clients. I researched the best class in the L.A area and Alishia's class kept coming up. I contacted Alishia and she invited me to assist her class so i can learn the Mongan Method of hypnobirthing. This was two years ago and Alishia has been mentoring me with her years of experience ever since. I even got to attend a birth with Alishia and watch this hypnobirthing master in action. It was such a calm ,peaceful beautiful birth and i am forever grateful for this experience:)))) read more