Detroit's Confidence Lab - Hypnosis that helps you act like the person you say you are
End anxious loops, install follow-through, and feel in control in the moments that matter. Sessions available online.
So, You're Interested in My Hypnotherapy Services?
Have you ever wondered what exactly can be achieved with hypnosis?
For a listing of 145 way hypnotherapy may be able to help you, check out the following article: 145 Ways Hypnotherapy Might Help You
Once you have read the article above and you’re ready to proceed, your next step in your journey to change is to schedule your 30 minute journey planning call.
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During your call, first we’ll talk a little bit about what your goals are, we’ll talk about hypnosis, what it is and what it isn’t, then, if I think I can help you out, I’ll explain how we can get started with your custom program of Hypnotherapy.
Sound good?
We work together as a team to achieve your goals, I will do my part and as long as you commit to doing yours, following all instructions given, we typically tend to see change begin to start happening in as little as the first 3 sessions.
Are you ready to proceed?
Then click the link below.
Model
Clarify the goal and the real contexts where it matters.
Map triggers and “stuck scripts” (what you do/think/feel now).
Define simple success markers you can notice in week one.
Install
Use hypnosis to create the preferred state/response.
Anchor it to real cues (gesture, word, breath, or environmental prompt).
Capture a one-line “cue phrase” for quick self-activation.
Levarage
Draw on existing strengths (past wins, values, identity).
Stack supporting anchors/resources to improve stability.
Tune language and imagery to how you think.
Simulate
Rehearse realistic scenarios (time, place, people).
Stress-test the anchor and tweak until it holds.
Create simple If X → Then Y plans for real moments.
Operationalize
Convert the change into 2–5 minute daily drills.
Adjust your environment (remove friction, add helpful cues).
Light accountability/check-ins during an optional support window.
Normalize
Consolidate the habit over 14–30 days.
Relapse-proof with Plan B/C responses.
Option for reinforcement sessions if needed.
No hype. Just a clear process and support.
Choose Your Program
Three focused ways to work together, delivered via Zoom (4-session programs) and powered by the MILSON Method™.
Confidence Sprint
Upgrade how you act under pressure.
We model your key moments, install and anchor a better response, then simulate and drill it until it sticks.
Great for: procrastination, overthinking, test/sales nerves.
Quit Smoking - "I Used to Smoke"™
Dismantle triggers and install a new default response.
Identity-first approach using hypnosis and the MILSON Method™—no medical claims.
Great for: habitual smokers, stress/commute triggers.
Weight Loss - Virtual Skinny Jab™
Non-pharma, hypnosis-led behavior change for appetite cues, portions, and nighttime snacking.
Simulate tricky moments, then operationalize daily routines.
Great for: cravings, portion control, mindless eating.
Confidence Sprint — 4-Session Program
Act like the person you say you are when it counts. Delivered 100% via Zoom using the MILSON Method™.
Do you experience:
Procrastination when stakes are high (exams, presentations, sales calls)
Overthinking that kills momentum
“I know what to do, but I don’t do it” loops
How it works:
Session 1 — Model & Install
Map your key moments and triggers; use hypnosis to install the preferred state/response and anchor it to real cues.Session 2 — Leverage & Simulate
Leverage strengths (past wins, values), then simulate realistic scenarios; stress-test and refine language/imagery until it holds.Session 3 — Simulate & Operationalize
Run tougher reps, then operationalize with 2–5 minute daily drills and simple “If X → Then Y” plans.Session 4 — Normalize & Next Steps
Normalize the change over 14–30 days; relapse-proof with Plan B/C; decide next target or wrap.
Between-session support:
Short at-home drills, light accountability/check-ins, and optional reinforcement if needed.
What to expect (week-one signals):
Quicker starts, fewer stalls
Calmer follow-through under pressure
Less rumination after action
I use a clear process and support to help you change how you respond.
Quit Smoking — 4-Session Program
Dismantle the smoker identity and install a non-smoker default—100% via Zoom using the MILSON Method™.
Who is this for:
You’ve quit before but triggers (coffee, commute, stress, social drinking) pull you back
You want a non-smoker identity, not just white-knuckling willpower
You’re concerned about irritability, weight gain, or losing your “calm cigarette”
How it works:
Session 1 — Model & Install
Map your key moments and triggers; use hypnosis to install the preferred state/response and anchor it to real cues.Session 2 — Leverage & Simulate
Leverage strengths (past wins, values), then simulate realistic scenarios; stress-test and refine language/imagery until it holds.Session 3 — Simulate & Operationalize
Run tougher reps, then operationalize with 2–5 minute daily drills and simple “If X → Then Y” plans.Session 4 — Normalize & Next Steps
Normalize the change over 14–30 days; relapse-proof with Plan B/C; decide next target or wrap.
Between-session support:
Short at-home drills, light accountability/check-ins, and optional reinforcement if needed.
What to expect (early wins):
Cravings feel shorter and less sticky
More control in trigger moments
Increasingly automatic non-smoker choices
Can be used alone or alongside physician-guided supports.
Weight Loss — Virtual Skinny Jab™ (4-Session Program)
Non-pharma, hypnosis-led behavior change delivered via Zoom using the MILSON Method™, built to calm cravings, change portions, and steady routines.
Is this you:
Evening snacking, late-night drive-thrus, or stress eating
Portion drift (good at breakfast/lunch, fall off at dinner/weekends)
“All-or-nothing” diet cycles that keep snapping back
How it works:
Session 1 — Model & Install
Map high-risk windows (time/people/places) and hunger cues; use hypnosis to install preferred responses and anchor them to real cues.Session 2 — Leverage & Simulate
Leverage identity/values (future-you); simulate restaurants, social events, and evening routines; stress-test and refine language/imagery.Session 3 — Simulate & Operationalize
Run tougher reps (travel, weekends); operationalize 2–5 minute drills and simple “If craving then → anchor, water, wait 10” plans; prep environment.Session 4 — Normalize & Next Steps
Normalize over 14–30 days; relapse-proof (Plan B/C foods, scripts for offers); decide next target (sugar, activity) or wrap.
Between-session support:
Short drills, light check-ins, optional reinforcement if needed.
What to expect (early wins):
Less urge intensity and shorter cravings
More automatic “pause and choose” moments
Smoother evenings and weekends
Not a substitute for medical care. Can complement physician-approved plans.
Member of:
Professional Organization of Stage Hypnotists (POSH)
2016-2025
Association of Professional Stage Hypnotists
2016-2025
Association of Professional Hypnotherapists & Psychotherapists (APHP)
2016-2025
Association of Complete Mind Therapists (ACMT)
2016-2025
International Certification Board of Coaches and Hypnotists (ICBCH)
2023-2025
American Alliance of Hypnotists (AAH)
2023-2025
Certified By:
International Certification Board of Coaches and Hypnotists (ICBCH)
Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist
2023-2025
American Union of NLP (AUNLP®)
Master Practitioner of NLP
2024-2025
International Association of Therapists (IAOTH)
Certified Training Proivder
2025-2025
International Hypnosis Association (IAH)
IHA Approved Course (PHCT)
2025-2025
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Disclaimer: Hypnosis, hypnotherapy, NLP, EFT, and related modalities offered by Michael D. Milson and the Michigan Hypnosis Institute can effectively support personal improvement, habit change, and professional development; however, just like medical doctors, we cannot ethically guarantee specific outcomes or results. Individual experiences will vary greatly depending on your level of commitment, consistency of effort, motivation, and personal circumstances. Testimonials, success stories, client examples, income statements, or references to potential success provided in our materials, websites, or promotional content are intended solely as illustrations of possible results and should not be interpreted as guarantees or promises of future performance or success. Results depend entirely on your personal dedication, consistent practice, implementation, skills, market conditions, and various external factors. Michael D. Milson and the Michigan Hypnosis Institute do not diagnose, prescribe, treat, or provide medical or psychological advice or services; these methods should never replace licensed medical or psychological care but may be used effectively alongside the care provided by your healthcare professional. By choosing to participate in sessions, training courses, services, or educational content provided by Michael D. Milson and the Michigan Hypnosis Institute, you acknowledge and accept responsibility for your own results and understand that any testimonials, examples of success, or income references mentioned are purely illustrative, highlighting potential outcomes rather than guaranteed results.