I have always struggled with anxiety, depression, low self esteem and a variety of other related issues. Tried many things over the years before I decided to try hypnotherapy with Rena and I am so glad I did, it was a truly surreal, enlightening, uplifting experience. All my ideas and preconceived notions about what hypnotherapy was were completely wrong. With Rena's help, I figured out that a lot of my issues come from a lack of meaning and direction, not knowing what to do with my life, not being able to positively deploy my energy in a productive way, but also the fact that I had very low confidence in myself to achieve anything. Through her sessions I was able to uncover inspirations & make connections I had never made before, all of it was already in my head I just hadn't connected it or had any belief I was capable of doing anything with those ideas. Rena has helped me feel more empowered, capable and realistically hopeful than I have ever felt before in my life. Its so difficult to describe the experience with words, because its so above and beyond all that, it transcends language, but in my best effort to share with you: It was like my mind was a jumbled, twisted, knotted mess of wire, and through hypnotherapy with Rena, not only was I able to unravel and straighten the wire out into even loops, but weave that wire into a beautiful, elaborate spirograph design. My mind was defragged, reprogrammed and optimized to suit my needs and set me on a path to collide with destiny. I am so enthralled and excited about the future now, and am so grateful to Rena for helping me get to this place. I feel that hypnosis is a way to help be in better control and understanding of our own minds and strongly recommend it. read more

The experience was different than how I had envisioned. I've always thought that hypnosis would be a one time thing. I would walk in, get hypnotized, get a suggestion made, and walk out with my problems resolved. Instead, I learned that the process was a lot deeper and required me to start changing the way that I think about myself. I was able to start re-wiring the way that I view myself and my relationship with my past and my present. Hypnotherapy took and continues to take work on my part to repeat the lessons I learned. I spent 38 years developing the habits and the mindset I currently have, and it won't change overnight. But through repetition, I have seen changes in the way I think. It is more than repeating a mantra to myself, it is about learning to reach the subconscious levels of my awareness and repeating positive messages to myself where my brain will actually take them in and start making changes because they're deeper than surface level thoughts. I felt Rena took an interest in my problems and sought multiple ways for me to work on improvement even beyond hypnosis. She didn't just have me sit for one session and call me cured, she encouraged me to continue my journey after our sessions, to continue to work on improving myself using the tools she provided during our sessions. I use some of the subliminal messaging and alpha wave recordings she gave you me during my productivity sessions as I write, and those help keep me focused, at peace, and positive. I cannot recommend Rena and New Leaf Hypnotherapy enough. read more

I met Rena at one of her stress workshops at a yoga studio. Afterwards I was intrigued and signed up for her free consultation. I was a little hesitant because I had no knowledge on Hypnosis, nervous and was a little skeptical. She asked me what brought me to cross the Gig Harbor bridge that day to see her. I told her for self love. After Only 5 sessions Rena was able to heal the parts of me that I had suppressed for over 10 years and was able to release deep barriers of mine I didn't even realize I had. Every session I left feeling revived, inspired, more alive than the last session. The tools and knowledge she gives you to take home with you are gifts that you will carry with you for the rest of your life. I can't Imagine not meeting Rena and taking the chance to try Hypnosis because my transformation is beyond what I imagined it would be. My family and friends noticed right away and could not only see my remarkable change but feel it. If you are curious about Hypnosis and if you are reading this, you must trust that Rena's skills will help you with whatever you are seeking. I'm sharing my story because I'm still in awe for how much her work has influenced my life and future. She is a gift and I'm so ever grateful for crossing paths with her. Thank you Rena for changing my life. Xx read more

I highly recommend Hypnosis and Rena @ New Leaf Hypnosis Center is a professional and great at what she does! This isn't the first time I've used hypnosis and it cured my unrelated issue in the past so I thought I would try it again on a new challenge. In 2019 I had a bad accident and over time I was more and more anxious about leaving the house, working, driving a car, and being around others. My heart started racing, I got dizzy. I feel like I'm losing myself. My partner slightly mentioned I should look into getting better. I'm not much of a person to take pills to get over it kind of person and I'm not so much into modern medicine. Hypnosis worked in the past, so I asked if hypnosis might be a good option for this... and IT WAS!! : ) With Rena's help I'm reprogramming my brain and habits to remove this fear and anxiety and get back to the old me. Others start out thinking hypnosis is putting you to sleep in order to make you do things or change but it's not. It's the hypnotist and you... changing your behavior. I feel you first have to believe before you sign up for it. You have to believe you will get better and you will! Hypnosis has changed my life for the better.. TWICE. Thank you, Rena! read more

Rena has helped me with one of the biggest struggles i have faced in life so far. I was worried about being judged, but she made me feel very comfortable. Even as an adult it was wonderful to feel like a female figure was cheering me on and proud of my small successes in the time we worked together. Being able to laugh, cry, feel embarrassed, or express my feelings with someone else has never been easy with me. But, Rena was so attentive and made me feel like it was okay to feel all my emotions, and reminded me it is okay to be emotional. Since working with her, I feel more confident in myself, and I have been able to forgive myself and others for pain and trauma. After years of self doubt, anger, insecurities, and depression, I feel like I am waking up again. Rena is someone who is passionate about her career, she genuinely cares about her clients. There are things about myself that I did not realize, that she helped me see. I am very thankful for the time she spent working with me. read more

Rena Barker is an outstanding human being and I feel lucky to have had the opportunity to experience her professional, evidence-based, and well-rounded hypnotherapy practice. Rena has participated in numerous hypnotherapy trainings and also draws from her experiences studying and practicing Yoga, Psychotherapy, Eutaptics, and Nonviolent Communication to tailor individualized, goal-oriented programs for her clients. Hypnotherapy works as a subtle medicine, which I greatly appreciate. After a course of treatments with her I notice that I feel more resilient and resourceful under the same life stressors. My eating patterns are shifting and I am making healthier choices. Overall, I feel less reactive and more accepting of daily life circumstances. Rena's methodology and approach are solid and I highly recommend her to anyone interested in exploring the effective and fascinating treatment modality of hypnosis. read more

I was having some sleep related issues and found Rena online. At first I was skeptical that I could find a provider whose approach would be specific enough for what I needed, but I found that Rena's combination of established curriculum plus her thoughtfulness in personalizing it to the client is just right. Rena was very open and personable--throughout the process, she gauged my progress and feedback to adjust the sessions to my needs. The hypnosis sessions were powerful and immensely helpful, but what she offers is far beyond hypnosis; rather, she pulls from her vast arsenal of resources and experiences to arm you with the tools, practices, and knowledge you need. Much of the homework and strategies she teaches are meant to help you help yourself. I believe this is a positive indicator of someone in a helping profession who truly wants to see their clients succeed. read more

I was dealing with debilitating anxiety that came on suddenly after a spine surgery. I tried many different things over the last couple of years - including prescription meds, counseling, etc, but nothing was helping. I finally decided to give Hypnosis a try. Rena worked with me regarding my anxiety, but also ended up helping me heal from pain that I had been carrying around my entire life. It was such a wonderful, healing experience, and Rena is so caring..I just cannot recommend her or this process highly enough. I definitely have less anxiety, but I also feel much more calm, in control and my relationships with my loved ones (myself included) are deeper and richer because of the work with Rena. She taught me the tools to help myself to continue the work and I no longer need anxiety medication. I have so much peace. Thank you so much, Rena!! read more

I came to hypnosis to deal with falling-to-sleep issues, teeth grinding and a hope for a more motivated life. I wanted to focus on the sleep/grinding issues without medication or a mouth guard. Motivation was a "while I'm here..." afterthought. After each appointment I felt relaxed, I slept better and the tension in my jaw was greatly reduced. I found that little things that used to annoy me were easier to brush off. I have improved self-acceptance and am motivated in ways I did not anticipate---Sure I am more driven to go to the gym, but also improvements to my home, cooking, relationships and at work. I continue to use the tools I learned in each session. I sleep better and I am very impressed with the success I am seeing in my everyday life. I recommend New Leaf Hypnosis Center. read more

I went in to see Rena about issues with sleep. I moved to a new state during the pandemic and lots of other changes triggered anxiety and pretty bad insomnia. I was already doing all the other things; exercise, eating right, bloodwork was great, and I was already seeing a therapist. I learned so much about myself during my sessions with Rena and I now have tools available to manage my anxiety during the day and deeply sleep at night. It takes work and there's still more to do but Rena really made me aware of a lot of beliefs/habits I was not previously aware of. Thank you Rena, for all your help! read more

I was having real trouble resisting sugary and sweet foods. I was overeating everyday and using food as a crutch. Rena asked me what my goals were, but also knew how to lead me to a place where I could discover why I was using food to sooth myself. After working together for several weeks, I have gained some true insight into my own past, present and what was driving me to food. Now, I no longer spend my days craving sugary snacks and only eat when I am hungry. Rena is a real pro and I would highly recommend This process to anyone looking to improve. Time and Money well spent. read more

Until I met Rena, I was stuck in the mud Drinking. New Leaf Hypnosis is a very fine health and wellness program designed to help with any kind of need or request. Once you step in the door, you will meet Rena and feel like she is your best friend as she works with feelings towards her clients. Be honest and open with Rena and she will help you with subtle hypo therapy you wont notice ever happened. I've lived with a terrible family and looked for help before, but never did I get the help I got from Rena. read more

This is the first review I have written on Yelp, but it seems inappropriate not to let others know about Rena and how she listened, questioned and then put what she learned into practice and created a plan that allowed me to find the sources of hidden pains and behaviors and lead me through in a comforting and relaxing process. Wasn't a big believer prior and honestly came in with some misgivings, but she worked through those with me and came to a very helpful and successful resolution. read more

Rena did such a wonderful job guiding me through the healing process of past trauma and self-image issues. I have gone through counseling and self-help processes in the past, but I found this technique to be significantly more helpful in stopping my ineffective thought process in its tracks. Rena has played a huge role in launching me into becoming a healthier person with a broader and more positive outlook on life. Forever grateful! Highly recommended. read more

Rena is a very insightful and compassionate person. I had multiple issues I was struggling with, and conventional therapy just wasn't doing it for me. I have tried many methods to deal with my depression and anxiety and have seen the greatest improvements by far, after my Hypnotherapy appointments with Rena. She is an excellent Hypnotherapist and this method of therapy has shown the most noticeable positive results of any other therapy I have tried. read more

Rena is so gentle and compassionate. I started working with her after experiencing high anxiety/panic/palpitations after moving to WA during the pandemic. She was so gentle and supportive. She helped me to be able to calm myself and remember that I am in control of my own reactions. I was also able to become more kind and gentle to myself. Rena is so kind and caring. I highly recommend seeing her to manage anxiety and self criticism. read more

Last December I managed to snap my tibia doing stupid man tricks on the ski slopes. After having some steel hardware applied to the wound I turned to Rena for help managing the pain. She not only helped with that, but seems to have accelerated the healing process. I'm not 100% yet, but I am running again, just six months later. Check her out if you need a bit of "mind over matter" assistance. Its worth tbe price. read more

I've worked with Rena over the past eight months. She is a very caring and intuitive practitioner. She thoroughly understands her craft and is willing to do whatever it takes to help me make the changes I need. She is sensitive and caring, yet knows when I need a good kick in the pants! :) Thank you, Rena, for gently coaxing me to become more empowered and forgiving of myself! Much love to you!!! read more

This was my first time doing hypnotherapy and Rena was absolutely amazing. I definitely didn't know what to expect, but Rena walked me through every step. She helped me create healthy habits and start my year off right. She helped me heal from my past and forgive myself and others. If you're debating doing hypnotherapy, just do it. You won't regret it! read more