William Song is a certified hypnotherapist with a private practice in San Francisco, California. He specializes in helping people with habits and those with chronic health issues. He's the author of the book, Healing and Hypnosis, and he's the creator and producer of the YouTube show, Project Hypnosis.
Please don't confuse this show with Heidi Klum's show on Bravo, Project Runway. The two shows are very different. Prior to becoming a hypnotherapist, William worked most of his life in the financial field. Besides seeing private clients, he helps companies with their business challenges. They hire him because he understands how hypnosis skills can reduce costs, increase profits, and help teams think more creatively.
Please don't confuse this show with Heidi Klum's show on Bravo, Project Runway. The two shows are very different. Prior to becoming a hypnotherapist, William worked most of his life in the financial field. Besides seeing private clients, he helps companies with their business challenges. They hire him because he understands how hypnosis skills can reduce costs, increase profits, and help teams think more creatively.
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They say that smoking cessation is a step-by-step process, and by participating in Habit Project's smoking cessation program, it could not have been more deliberate. What you do is stop smoking to your own amazement! The real answer is to speak to the part that's in charge of smoking, and that part is your subconscious mind.
I saw William Song because I was getting a little heavier than I wanted to be. My two goals were to cook more often (to lose some weight, for health) and work out more often. After we finished our work, I found that the barriers I'd put up just weren't there any more. Before it was hard to get motivated to cook, but now I plan my week's menu, go to the store with a list, and cook easily.
By the way, if you've tried to change a habit before, you already know it can be tough to change. One reason is that certain habits exist because there's an internal battle going on. One part of you wants to keep the habit, and another part wants to get rid of it. Using massive will power isn't the answer to changing a habit (i.e., unwanted behavior).
This group (in one form or another) has been around for years. It offers free and low-cost ways to learn hypnosis and NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming, a cousin to hypnotherapy). In my opinion, we're fortunate to have this group as a resource in the Bay Area. I've personally gained a lot from attending as well as from teaching at the practice sessions.
On the second exhalation, say, "Deeper, " stretching out the word to match the exhalation. Then gently breath in. On the third exhalation, say, "Relaxed, " stretching out the word to match the exhalation. For the next cycle, you'd repeat the sequence of saying a number, the word deeper, and then the word relaxed.
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Jenny H.
Feb 09, 2021
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My experience in life is so improved since seeing William. William is wicked smart. And funny. If you've done traditionally therapy, it's nothing like that. At my first session, I felt quickly that I could trust him. He genuinely wants to help his clients to be happy.
I worked with him in 2019 at his SF office, and by phone / Zoom, so I feel well qualified to say that phone sessions are just as impactful as in person. Actually, I like them more, saves on commute time and parking fees.
If you're considering hypnotherapy, I highly advise that you reach out to William for an appointment
I worked with him in 2019 at his SF office, and by phone / Zoom, so I feel well qualified to say that phone sessions are just as impactful as in person. Actually, I like them more, saves on commute time and parking fees.
If you're considering hypnotherapy, I highly advise that you reach out to William for an appointment
Kenji O.
Jan 30, 2018
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William is not only professional but he's funny. He and I have been working together, last and this year, for many weeks. His skill and professionalism is par none and he outdoes any hypnotherapist I've ever met or worked with. William keeps me on track, has my best interests in mind, teaches me skills, and is helping me re-school/re-tool my unconscious self!
Richard P.
Oct 02, 2016
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I had a short course of hypnotherapy with William Song that resulted in a profound self-discovery. He skillfully guided a process that is difficult to describe, but perhaps can be simply stated as my deep self schooling my conscious self. I presented to William Song wanting to address something that I could not quite identify...although I had experienced the effects of it for years. Something holding me back from moving toward a better and more prosperous future in my personal and work life. The hypnotherapy brought me the relief of letting go of something deeply limiting, and the uplift of understanding
Namita S.
Feb 19, 2015
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Working with William Song through hypnotherapy and NLP has had a profound effect on my life. I initially sought services to pass both of my Standardized Marriage and Family Therapist Exams, because I was unsuccessful in doing so prior to working with William. I have never been good at taking multiple choice tests and with William's help I not only passed both exams successfully; but learned so much about myself throughout the process as well.
William has a natural gift of bridging together the technical/educational aspects of hypnotherapy along with precise intuition and well-defined
William has a natural gift of bridging together the technical/educational aspects of hypnotherapy along with precise intuition and well-defined
Michael M.
Jul 30, 2013
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William Song is an amazing person, and actually has the ability to help you *help yourself* change your life. This could be anything from breaking a habit, to helping with insomnia, to curing allergies (really), to simply figuring out what it is that has been hindering you in some aspect of your career or life. He uses several different hypnosis methods, depending on your needs. The environment is quiet and comfortable, and William is completely professional and knowledgeable. I very much recommend the Habit Project.
Kenji X.
Mar 16, 2013
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I thought I knew what "hypnosis" was having used a few tapes over the years. I'm not sure of the proper language but those were (?) 'full induction' where I wasn't aware that I was in hypnosis and would wake up when the hypnotherapist was counting up in the 'awakening' process. I had great luck quitting smoking with the help of a tape, and have a physician whose done some 'guided imagery' with me.
Holy Cow I had no idea.
From my experience: 'guided imagery' is just that, a person is leading me through some images which may or may not
Holy Cow I had no idea.
From my experience: 'guided imagery' is just that, a person is leading me through some images which may or may not
Gregg C.
Feb 13, 2013
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William Song has a very unique approach to hypnotherapy. He is very knowledgeable, detail oriented, and precise in his work, aside from being a really nice person. I feel that he has helped produce greater insights within a few visits that usually takes much longer in conventional counselling or therapy. The conscious mind is not necessarily your master, sometimes you need to go a little deeper to address the real issues. I would not hesitate to highly recommend his services.
Ebru T.
Apr 04, 2012
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I worked with William for few months and I have nothing but high praise for him. He is very thorough, professional and accomodating. He records every session and he helps you become empowered by mastering the hypnosis techniques yourself. I learnt so much about myself, different parts of me and accomplished my original goal after 6 sessions.
Devon Y.
Jul 16, 2011
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William Song participated in Spark, a mentoring program where he met with a middle school student weekly to teach what it means to be a
hypnotherapist. As an employee of Spark I was able to act as a "guinea pig" and show the student what typically happens during a hypnotherapy session with William.
Prior to my experience I had very limited knowledge of hypnotism and was very unsure of what to expect. Before the hypnosis session began we had a discussion where he completely explained what he was going to do and why, and emphasized the importance of my active participation during the
hypnotherapist. As an employee of Spark I was able to act as a "guinea pig" and show the student what typically happens during a hypnotherapy session with William.
Prior to my experience I had very limited knowledge of hypnotism and was very unsure of what to expect. Before the hypnosis session began we had a discussion where he completely explained what he was going to do and why, and emphasized the importance of my active participation during the
Stephanie T.
Mar 25, 2011
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Public speaking made me feel nervous and have lots of anxiety. I
didn't feel good enough. Because English was my second language, I
worried that people wouldn't understand me or have fun during my
workshops.
William Song surprised me because the hypnotherapy he did was
pleasant. He taught me hypnosis techniques but it wasn't hard. He
knows what to ask and how your mind works. I got to relax, talk to
him, and have fun. William recorded some and told me to listen to
them for change. I did and noticed how much I laughed.
At my next presentation it was really amazing. The fact that
didn't feel good enough. Because English was my second language, I
worried that people wouldn't understand me or have fun during my
workshops.
William Song surprised me because the hypnotherapy he did was
pleasant. He taught me hypnosis techniques but it wasn't hard. He
knows what to ask and how your mind works. I got to relax, talk to
him, and have fun. William recorded some and told me to listen to
them for change. I did and noticed how much I laughed.
At my next presentation it was really amazing. The fact that
R. R.
Oct 13, 2009
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I found William Song on Yelp because I was looking to change some personal habits and asked for his free report that summarizes his hypnotherapy programs. After reading it, I knew that he wasn't a traditional sit-on-the-couch-deep-hyp nosis hypnotherapist. He had a unique way of looking at a problem as a puzzle, with hypnosis as an active part of the solution.
William teaches you how to help yourself and not to feel like you are dependent on him or anyone else but yourself.
In the first session, I wasn't sure that I was in hypnosis. But my ideas flowed easily and I found that hypnosis
William teaches you how to help yourself and not to feel like you are dependent on him or anyone else but yourself.
In the first session, I wasn't sure that I was in hypnosis. But my ideas flowed easily and I found that hypnosis
Victoria N.
Jan 12, 2009
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I stumbled upon William's practice while looking for a "quick fix" to help me with some problematic areas in my life. What I got was a lifetime of being able to help myself rather than relying on someone else to fix my problems. Instant gratification and quick fixes are predominantly short-lived sucesses that really isn't success at all. What I learned at Habit Project is that we can still have the instant gratification but in a constructive way that helps you with your struggles for the long haul. Much of what we do is driven by our subconcious and in my case, (I initially
Michael G.
Sep 23, 2008
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I have known William Song for many years. In those years I've constantly been awe'ed by his advanced skills with Hypnotherapy, as well as his wonderful way of applying it.
William is very easy to work with and has a super warm presence that invites comfort and healing.
I recommend connecting with William Song to anyone interested in improving their life, with lasting results.
William is very easy to work with and has a super warm presence that invites comfort and healing.
I recommend connecting with William Song to anyone interested in improving their life, with lasting results.
Insipidphishie P.
Oct 25, 2007
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Hypnotherapy is not necessarily about clucking like a chicken on queue in front of a throng of laughing spectators. Believe it or not hypnotherapy has many practical applications that can help you focus, stay motivated and rid yourself of pesky habits that tend to hold you back.
Saying "No" to clients and generally standing my ground with people has never been a forte of mine. After just one session with William at the Habit Project, I was able to make an incredible change in both my comfort level with saying "NO" as well as the protocol through which I could use to deal with
Saying "No" to clients and generally standing my ground with people has never been a forte of mine. After just one session with William at the Habit Project, I was able to make an incredible change in both my comfort level with saying "NO" as well as the protocol through which I could use to deal with
Robert K.
Jul 03, 2007
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You cannot imagine how fearful I was of all medical procedures -- but especially anything involving needles. So when my doctor told me I could no longer delay having my knees replaced, I was (putting it lightly) EXTREMELY anxious. Fortunately, my doctor also recommended William Song.
I was very skeptical about hypnosis in general, but Mr. Song put me right at ease. In a few short sessions, I was able to hypnotize myself to the point that I could handle every aspect of the process.
With William Song's help, I am healing well and no longer dread visits to the doctor. When a stressful situation
I was very skeptical about hypnosis in general, but Mr. Song put me right at ease. In a few short sessions, I was able to hypnotize myself to the point that I could handle every aspect of the process.
With William Song's help, I am healing well and no longer dread visits to the doctor. When a stressful situation
