About CJ McCarthy: Healer, Adventurer, and Mental Wellness Guide

CJ McCarthy is not your average hypnotherapist. With the same drive that led to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro, CJ brings boldness, passion, and compassion into every session. A dedicated mental wellness advocate and certified hypnotherapist, CJ has made it a life mission to help people overcome their personal challenges and unlock their full potential.

CJ’s approach is rooted in a blend of evidence-based techniques and holistic care, designed to address issues such as stress management, phobias, weight loss, smoking cessation, and more. Whether you’re looking to conquer anxiety, heal from emotional trauma, or simply enhance your confidence, CJ offers the guidance and tools to transform your mindset.

When not working with clients, CJ can be found seeking new adventures—because living life fully, embracing challenges, and supporting others to thrive is all part of the journey.

Education and Certifications

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
Master’s Degree in Social Work from Smith College School for Social Work
Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist – Diploma with Distinction from the International College of Clinical Hypnotherapy
Licensed NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming) Practitioner
Additional certifications in:
- Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP)
- PSYCH-K
- Full-contact self-defense training
- Listening and coaching methodologies
Extensive experience in mental health since the mid-1980s, working with children, adolescents, and adults
Special focus on trauma recovery and emotional healing across various roles and settings

The Philosophy: Unlock the Power of Your Mind

At the heart of CJ McCarthy’s practice lies a simple yet profound belief: the mind holds the key to transformation and healing. Every individual has untapped potential—whether it’s the strength to overcome anxiety, the resilience to break free from limiting habits, or the clarity to achieve personal goals.

Through hypnotherapy, CJ helps clients access their subconscious, where deeply rooted patterns, beliefs, and behaviors can be gently reprogrammed. By guiding you into a state of focused relaxation, CJ empowers you to reconnect with your inner strength and rewrite the mental scripts that shape your life.

This philosophy of self-discovery and empowerment is rooted in the understanding that change happens from within—and every person has the ability to unlock their best self, one session at a time.