In North Carolina, the Psychology Practice Act governs who can provide mental health services. And as a coach and hypnotist who is not a licensed psychologist or medical provider, I take great care to operate within the law while offering my clients the best possible experience. In this post, I’ll explain how I practice safely, legally, and ethically —and how you can benefit from hypnosis with confidence and peace of mind.
1. My Training & Professional Background: I bring over 25 years of experience in coaching, training, and hypnotherapy. My expertise includes:
✔ MBA in Non-Profit Arts Management
✔ Certified Clinical Hypnosis with extensive training in advanced hypnosis techniques
✔ Certified Health & Well-Being Coach from Duke Integrative Medicine
✔ Instructor at the Institute of Interpersonal Hypnotherapy, having trained over a thousand students in ethical use of Hypnosis
✔ Certified in Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT / Tapping), Mindfulness, and Breathwork
I integrate scientifically-backed and holistic approaches to help clients make lasting, positive changes in their lives, without crossing into regulated mental health practices.
2. My Scope of Practice: What I Do & Don’t Do:
✔ What I Do: I use hypnosis to help clients with:
✅Habit change (e.g., smoking cessation, reducing sugar cravings)
✅Stress management & relaxation
✅Confidence & self-esteem
✅Enhancing motivation & performance (e.g., sports, academics, public speaking)
✅Improving focus & mental clarity
✅Sleep support
✅Wellness mindset coaching
❌ What I Do NOT Do:
🚫 Diagnose or treat mental health disorders
🚫 Offer psychotherapy or counseling
🚫 Provide medical hypnosis for pain management or other clinical conditions without a doctor’s referral
🚫 Make claims that hypnosis can "cure" medical or psychological conditions
I work within the scope of the law and the ethical guidelines of my professional coaching and hypnosis organizations and never misrepresent coaching or hypnosis as therapy or medical treatment.
3. Legal Compliance: Staying Within North Carolina Law: The North Carolina Psychology Practice Act protects consumers by ensuring that only licensed professionals provide psychotherapy or mental health treatment. Because hypnosis can be used in both clinical and non-clinical settings, it is essential to clearly define the scope of my services. To ensure full legal compliance, I:
✔Clearly state that I am a coach and hypnotist, NOT a psychologist, counselor, or medical provider.
✔Provide Coaching and Hypnotism services.
✔Provide an informed consent form that clients must sign before sessions, acknowledging that Coaching and Hypnosis are complementary practices, not a substitute for medical or psychological care.
✔Do not diagnose, treat, or cure medical or mental health conditions. Clients should seek a licensed professional for any mental health or medical concerns.
✔Use professional language that avoids misleading terms like "therapy" or "treatment" unless working under the supervision of a licensed provider as required by state law.
By maintaining transparency and adhering to legal and ethical best practices , I ensure a safe and beneficial experience for every client.
4. Ethical Responsibility: When I Refer Clients to Other Professionals: The Law, and your safety and well-being are my top priorities. If a potential client presents with concerns that fall outside the scope of the law and outside the scope of my practice, I refer them to an appropriate licensed provider.
When I Refer a Client Elsewhere:
🚨If the client discloses a mental health diagnosis (e.g., anxiety disorder, PTSD, depression).
🚨If the client discloses suicidal thoughts or self-harm history.
🚨If the client discloses a mental health crisis or trauma requiring mental health support or intervention.
🚨If the client discloses a medical condition that requires a medical doctor's support or intervention.
In some cases, coaching hypnosis can be complementary tools in partnership with medical or mental health professionals. If a client is already seeing a licensed therapist or doctor, I require written approval before working with them.
5. My Commitment to the Law, Ethics & Best Practices: As a professional hypnotist, I follow the highest standards of integrity, professionalism, and ongoing education to ensure that my clients receive the best possible care.
How I Maintain Professional Standards:
✔Ongoing Training – I stay updated on the law, hypnosis research, ethics, and professional standards of compliance.
✔Professional Memberships – I follow the ethical guidelines of leading coaching, hypnosis and health and wellness associations. See links below.
✔Client-Centered Approach – Every session is tailored to the client’s unique goals while respecting professional boundaries.
✔Confidentiality, Privacy & Trust – I maintain strict client confidentiality and always act in their best interests. Privacy is of the utmost importance. All records, communications, and session details are handled in accordance with HIPAA standards to ensure your personal information remains secure, private, and protected at all times. By adhering to industry best practices, I ensure that hypnosis remains a respected and effective tool for self-improvement and positive change.
6. Legal Disclaimer: To ensure full transparency, here is my official legal disclaimer:
I am a Certified Coach, Hypnotist, and Health & Wellness Coach, but I am NOT a licensed psychologist, psychiatrist, counselor, or medical doctor. My services are not a replacement for medical or mental health care. I do NOT diagnose, treat, or cure medical or psychological conditions. If you are experiencing mental health concerns, I encourage you to seek care from a licensed medical or mental health professional.
Final Thoughts: Ethical & Effective Positive Change: I take pride in offering safe, ethical, and legally compliant practices that help people unlock their potential and create meaningful change. If you are looking for a trusted coach and hypnotist to help you achieve your personal and professional goals, I’d be blessed and honored to support you.
Disclaimer: We understand that every individual's experience is unique and results may vary depending on various factors, such as attitude, adaptability, personal history, and overall health. For your safety and well-being, we highly recommend consulting your physician before beginning any program. At Dani Fox, MBA, we do not diagnose, treat, or prescribe any medical or psychological disorders. We urge you to seek the care of a qualified physician or psychotherapist if you suffer from any psychological or medical disorder. Thank you for choosing Dani Fox, MBA as your partner in your journey toward Powerful Positive Change.
Disclaimer: We understand that every individual's experience is unique and results may vary depending on various factors, such as attitude, adaptability, personal history, and overall health. For your safety and well-being, we highly recommend consulting your physician before beginning any program. At Dani Fox, MBA, we do not diagnose, treat, or prescribe any medical or psychological disorders. We urge you to seek the care of a qualified physician or psychotherapist if you suffer from any psychological or medical disorder. Thank you for choosing Dani Fox, MBA as your partner in your journey toward Powerful Positive Change.