Biography

Jacalyn Duncan is a Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist (CCHt) and the visionary behind Hypno Practique. With a background rooted in Mind-Body Psychology, Jacalyn graduated with Honors from the Nationally Accredited HMI College of Hypnotherapy.

During her two-year tenure as a student, she was uniquely recognized with the Director’s, Academic, Clinical Achievement, and AOS Excellence Awards—a testament to her 4.0 GPA and clinical proficiency. Beyond traditional hypnotherapy, Jacalyn is an expert in Mental and Emotional Release® Therapy, NLP, and is an Imagery Master. She combines rigorous academic standards with a collaborative spirit, actively mentoring peers and contributing to the overall growth and integrity of the hypnotherapy field.

As a Certified Advanced Handwriting Analyst (CAHA), Jacalyn integrates the study of ideomotor traits into her practice to gain profound insights into the subconscious. This specialized skill allows her to translate a client’s personality, behavior, and tendencies into a detailed psychological snapshot, pinpointing exactly how to tailor her support. Beyond her clinical practice, she provides professional handwriting analysis to corporations and organizations; hypnotherapy clients may also request a comprehensive evaluation as a supplemental service.

Jacalyn’s mission is to facilitate lasting relief from emotional, psychological, and physical distress, specializing in high-impact pain management and trauma recovery. By leveraging the mind-body connection through clinical hypnotherapy, she helps clients achieve results that go beyond general self-improvement. Because her work often addresses clinical conditions, she collaborates closely with the broader medical community, typically requiring a referral from a medical doctor or mental health professional to ensure hypnotherapy is a safe and effective adjunct to their ongoing treatment plan.

Building on her professional ambitions, she has been enrolled in the accelerated Bachelor’s to Master’s social work program at Idaho State University since August 2024. Upon completing her graduate studies and a minor in psychology, she intends to pursue her LCSW licensure in Idaho and ultimately earn a PhD. Her long-term vision includes establishing a private practice and returning to Idaho State University as a professor to mentor future clinicians.

As an active member of the American Hypnosis Association (AHA), she demonstrates a steadfast commitment to the field through consistent conference attendance and a dedication to lifelong education in Hypnotherapy and Mind-Body Psychology. This “insatiable hunger” for clinical understanding was first evidenced during her two-year tenure as a student at the Hypnosis Motivation Institute (HMI), where she completed extensive coursework while providing unwavering support to her peers.

Hypnotherapy Specialties

  1. Anxiety
  2. Chronic Pain
  3. Cravings
  4. Death or Loss
  5. Fears
  6. Guilt
  7. Immune System
  8. Improve Health
  9. Insomnia
  10. Motivation
  11. Pain Management
  12. Perfectionism
  13. Phobias
  14. Self Criticism
  15. Shame
  16. Sleep Disorders
  17. Stop Smoking/Vaping
  18. Stress
  19. Tinnitus
  20. Weight Loss

Experience

As an active member of the American Hypnosis Association (AHA), Jacalyn is dedicated to clinical excellence, attending annual conferences to remain at the forefront of therapeutic advancements.

Her practice focuses on pain management and trauma recovery, addressing the complex emotional, psychological, and physical dimensions of healing. Jacalyn holds advanced specializations in Trauma Recovery and Pain Management, supported by a diverse toolkit of evidence-based modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT/Tapping).

She provides expert hypnotic intervention for a broad range of specialized needs, including:

  • Medical and Physical Support: Surgery preparation and recovery, cancer support, immune disorders, tinnitus, and insomnia.
  • Emotional Wellness: Grief recovery, PTSD, inner child healing, and handwriting analysis.
  • Behavioral Change: Smoking cessation and weight loss.
  • Crisis and Specialized Care: Emergency hypnosis and geriatric-specific protocols.

With a professional foundation in the fine dining industry, she developed an early appreciation for the art of exquisite food and beverage pairings. Today, she translates that expertise into her personal kitchen, focusing on high-quality, nutritious meals that balance culinary flavor with optimal health.

Her nutritional philosophy is rooted in Keith Klein’s “Lean Body Coaching” system. As an active member of the LEAN BODY COACHING community, she utilizes these structured guidelines to maintain a lifestyle of balanced wellness.

To further her impact, she has obtained an ISSA Nutritionist certification. This credential allows her to provide comprehensive, science-based guidance to her weight management clients, helping them establish sustainable dietary habits. Central to her coaching is the vital link between gut health and emotional stability; she advocates for the “gut-brain connection,” recognizing that since the gut produces roughly 95% of the body’s serotonin, a healthy diet is the foundation for both physical results and mental well-being.

Did you know you have three “brains?” The Head, Heart, and Gut work in a sophisticated harmony that dictates how we experience life. Drawing on the profound research of Brené Brown, the biology of emotion explored by Candace Pert, and the trauma-informed insights of The Body Keeps the Score, I help clients bridge the gap between their biology and their subconscious mind. When we listen to all three centers, we unlock the power to heal and thrive.

Experience the benefits of Hypnosis. Inquire today for a complimentary 15-minute consultation.

Education

  • Diploma in Clinical Hypnotherapy with Honors
    Hypnosis Motivation Institute – Nationally Accredited College of Hypnotherapy – 818-758-2700
    Date Started: 01/25/2022 – Date Graduated: 03/02/2023
    Total Hours: 720 – Total Weeks: 52 – Total Years: 1
  • Associate of Occupational Studies in Mind-Body Psychology with Honors
    Hypnosis Motivation Institute – Nationally Accredited College of Hypnotherapy – 818-758-2700
    Date Started: 04/03/2023 – Date Graduated: 04/08/2024
    Total Hours: 720 – Total Weeks: 52 – Total Years: 1

Continuing Education

  • ISSA Nutritional Coach Program – 03/2024
  • Enrolled in the Idaho State University Social Work Degree Program with a Minor in Psychology – 08/2024–Present

Continuing Education from the American Hypnosis Association

  1. 5 Powerful Ways to Launch, Market, and Grow Your Hypnotherapy Practice – 01/2023
  2. A Primer on Transpersonal Psychology – 04/2023
  3. Advanced Advertising and Promotion – 11/2022
  4. Advanced Emotional Freedom Technique – 01/2023
  5. Aging Well: Staying Sharp with Hypnotherapy – 11/2022
  6. Behavior Analysis – 01/2026
  7. Beyond the Habit: Causes and Triggers of OCD and BFRBs, How Hypnotherapy Helps – 09/2024
  8. Biofeedback 1 – 01/2026
  9. Biofeedback 2 – 01/2026
  10. Body Syndromes – 03/2022
  11. Body/Mind Imaging – Creating Powerful, Personal Presence – 01/2023
  12. Build and Enhance your Hypnotherapy Practice with Group Hypnosis – 11/2022
  13. Business Basics: Tools to Get, Retain and Help More Clients – 01/2023
  14. Cancer: The Path of Diagnosis to Hypnosis – 01/2023
  15. Cheryl O’Neil/Anthony – Grief – 02/2023
  16. Cheryl O’Neil/April – Confidence for Auditions – 05/2022
  17. Cheryl O’Neil/Justine – Stop Smoking – 09/2023
  18. Cheryl O’Neil/Linda – Weight Loss, Mend Broken Heart – 05/2023
  19. Cheryl O’Neil/Patrick – Motivation for Writing Novel – 04/2024
  20. Child Hypnosis – 01/2026
  21. Clearing up Traumas at the Energy Level – 01/2023
  22. Clinical Case History Package 1 – 03/2022
  23. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Hypnosis – 06/2022
  24. Conversations with Ghosts and Gods: Imaginal Dialogue in Therapy – 11/2022
  25. Create a Professional Zoom Group Experience – 08/2022
  26. Creating a Professional Zoom Room – 03/2022
  27. Creating Easy and Effortless Hypnosis Workshops – 01/2023
  28. Creating Hypnosis Retreats – 06/2024
  29. Creating Unique Hypnotic Creative Content on Social Media – 02/2025
  30. Crisis Intervention – 01/2026
  31. Crystal Singing Bowls and Hypnosis – 11/2022
  32. Cultivating Mindfulness Using a Mind-Body Approach – 02/2023
  33. Doing Time – Rehabilitating the Incarcerated – 01/2023
  34. Dr. Kappas Atlanta Series – 03/2024
  35. Dream Interpretation – The Key to Unlocking Your Subconscious – 02/2024
  36. Effortless Achievement: The Brain’s Secret Pathway – 09/2024
  37. Elaine Perliss/Beverly – Claustrophobia – 04/2024
  38. Elaine Perliss/Carla – Fear of Flying – 04/2024
  39. Elaine Perliss/Jane – Improve Willpower – 04/2024
  40. Elaine Perliss/Joe – Curious About Hypnosis – 04/2024
  41. Elaine Perliss/Julia – Gaining Control – 04/2024
  42. Elaine Perliss/Mary – Stop Smoking – 04/2024
  43. Elaine Perliss/Nataly – Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) – 09/2023
  44. Elaine Perliss/Shane – Test Taking Anxiety – 04/2024
  45. Embracing Your Shadow Self – 01/2023
  46. Emergency Hypnosis – 03/2024
  47. Emotional and Physical Sexuality 1 – 04/2022
  48. Emotional Resiliency and the Actor – 11/2022
  49. Empowered Speaking for Success – 04/2023
  50. Enhance Public Speaking and Build Clientele with Your Uniqueness – 06/2024
  51. Ericksonian Hypnosis and Therapeutic Metaphors – 11/2022
  52. Ericksonian Hypnosis and Trance Phenomena – 11/2022
  53. Ethics and Boundaries for California Therapists – 01/2023
  54. Everybody Rides the Carousel – 08/2023
  55. Explode Your Practice with Phone and Skype Sessions – 11/2022
  56. Extreme Self Care: Feed Your True Needs, Say Goodbye to Cravings – 02/2023
  57. First Three Hypnosis Sessions – 03/2022
  58. Getting Comfortable with Silence – 11/2022
  59. Hacking Happiness Hormones – 11/2022
  60. Healing Developmental Trauma and Adaptation with Hypnosis – 01/2023
  61. Healing Power of Hypnotic Scripts – 06/2024
  62. Healthy Boundaries – 06/2022
  63. Heart Medicine: Stop Painful Patterns and Find Peace and Freedom – 11/2022
  64. Help Your Clients Overcome Writer’s Block – 01/2023
  65. Helping Hypnotherapy Clients with Driving Anxiety – 11/2022
  66. HMI Student and Graduate Tips for Creating More Ease and Success – 10/2023
  67. Hoarding: How It Can Harm, How You Can Help – 04/2023
  68. Holotropic Breathwork: A Teacher’s Perspective – 04/2023
  69. How Forgiveness Impacts Brain Functioning – 01/2023
  70. How Not to Give into Naysayers – 01/2023
  71. How to Release Self-Limiting Beliefs – 04/2023
  72. Hypnosis and Anxiety – 11/2022
  73. Hypnosis Falsely Blamed – 10/2023
  74. Hypnosis for Childbirth with Dr. Sally McNally – 01/2026
  75. Hypnosis for Codependence: Balancing Care Between Self and Others – 01/2026
  76. Hypnosis for Managing Chronic Health Conditions – 08/2024
  77. Hypnosis for Past Life Regression Therapy – 11/2022
  78. Hypnosis for Perimenopausal, Menopausal, and Post-Menopausal Women – 09/2024
  79. Hypnosis in History – 01/2022
  80. Hypnotherapy and Rehab: An Inside Look – 01/2023
  81. Hypnotic Remedies for Three Productivity Poisons – 01/2023
  82. Imagery for Life Passages – 01/2025
  83. Important Dynamics in Creating Successful Relationships – 01/2023
  84. Integrative Depth Psychology and Psychotherapy: Clinical Application – 11/2022
  85. Intimate Conversations with Dr. John Kappas – 03/2022
  86. Introduction to Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) – 11/2022
  87. Introduction to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy – 10/2023
  88. Introduction to Motivational Interviewing – 02/2024
  89. Introduction to Positive Psychology – 11/2022
  90. Introduction to Professional Podcasting – 11/2022
  91. Introduction to Somatic and Parts Work for Healing Trauma – 11/2022
  92. Introduction to the Embodied Mind Theory – 11/2022
  93. Intuitive and Energy Healing – 05/2022
  94. Is it Intuition, or is it NLP? – 11/2022
  95. Is Our Soul a Secret Problem Solver? – 05/2023
  96. John McCarthy/Belinda – Bad Eating Habits – 04/2024
  97. John Melton/Genevieve – Trypophobia – Fear of Seeing Small Holes – Session 1 of 6 – 04/2024
  98. John Melton/Genevieve – Trypophobia – Fear of Seeing Small Holes – Session 2 of 6 – 04/2024
  99. John Melton/Genevieve – Trypophobia – Fear of Seeing Small Holes – Session 3 of 6 – 04/2024
  100. John Melton/Genevieve – Trypophobia – Fear of Seeing Small Holes – Session 4 of 6 – 04/2024
  101. John Melton/Genevieve – Trypophobia – Fear of Seeing Small Holes – Session 5 of 6 – 04/2024
  102. John Melton/Genevieve – Trypophobia – Fear of Seeing Small Holes – Session 6 of 6 – 04/2024
  103. John Melton/Karen – Fear of Learning to Swim – 04/2024
  104. John Melton/Logan – Emotions – 03/2024
  105. John Melton/Todd – Anxiety and Panic Attacks – 09/2023
  106. jumpSTART 2024! – 01/2024
  107. Kappasinian Hypnosis – 03/2022
  108. Lisa Machenberg/Aaron – Starting a Business – 05/2023
  109. Lisa Machenberg/Anniko – Stress Management – 04/2024
  110. Lisa Machenberg/Carissa – School Anxiety, Relationship – 04/2024
  111. Lisa Machenberg/Carol – Attracting the Right Relationship – 04/2024
  112. Lisa Machenberg/Diane – Driving Anxiety – 04/2024
  113. Lisa Machenberg/Harrison – Family Trauma – 09/2023
  114. Lisa Machenberg/Jay – Creativity and Focus – 04/2024
  115. Lisa Machenberg/Joey – Sports Performance – 04/2024
  116. Lisa Machenberg/Katie – Attracting the Right Relationship – 04/2024
  117. Lisa Machenberg/Lauree – Stop Smoking – 04/2024
  118. Lisa Machenberg/Mary – Weight Loss and Eating Habits – 09/2023
  119. Lisa Machenberg/Melanie – Depression and Overeating – 04/2024
  120. Lisa Machenberg/Nicci – Motivation After Divorce – 09/2023
  121. Lisa Machenberg/Robert – Hyper Vigilance and Anxiety – 04/2024
  122. Lisa Machenberg/Wendy – Smoking Cessation – 04/2024
  123. Lisa Machenberg/Yuki – Cheek Biting Habit – 03/2024
  124. Make Anxiety Your Best Friend – 11/2022
  125. Make Your Hypnotherapy Material Look Professional – 06/2022
  126. Making Fast and Permanent Change – 11/2022
  127. Making it Easy: Websites, Scheduling Apps, and More! – 02/2025
  128. Making the Unconscious Conscious – 11/2022
  129. Marc Gravelle/Chuck – Self-Defeating Attitude – 02/2023
  130. Marc Gravelle/Eva – Improve Focus, Insomnia – 01/2023
  131. Marc Gravelle/Ian – Learning Focus and Organization – 02/2023
  132. Marc Gravelle/Karen – Rebellious with Authority – 02/2023
  133. Marc Gravelle/Karen – Weight Loss and Career Guidance – 02/2023
  134. Marc Gravelle/Kenny – Self Confidence – 02/2023
  135. Marc Gravelle/Laura – Stop Smoking and Driving Anxiety – 02/2023
  136. Marc Gravelle/Lucretia – Weight Loss and Accepting Success – 02/2023
  137. Marc Gravelle/Magdalena – Stage and Audition Confidence – 03/2023
  138. Marc Gravelle/Marc – Focus to Become a Faith Healer – 03/2023
  139. Marc Gravelle/Maureen – Stop Smoking – 03/2023
  140. Marc Gravelle/Rachel – Relationship Strategies, Fear of Dogs – 03/2023
  141. Marc Gravelle/Regina – Fear of Flying – 03/2023
  142. Marc Gravelle/Richard – Procrastination While Writing – 03/2023
  143. Marc Gravelle/Tatiana – Self Confidence, Achieving Goals – 05/2023
  144. Marketing Mastery – The Basics of Building your Practice – 01/2023
  145. Master the Arm Raising – 02/2022
  146. Mental Bank Magic – 08/2022
  147. Mental Bank Seminar – 05/2022
  148. Metaphysical Imagery – 01/2025
  149. Michele Guzy/Barbara – Animal Communication – 04/2024
  150. Michele Guzy/Diego – Procrastination – 05/2023
  151. Michele Guzy/Jessica – Motivation for Writing – 04/2024
  152. Michele Guzy/John – Self-Confidence and Meeting New People – 03/2024
  153. Michele Guzy/Suzanne – Weight Loss – 04/2024
  154. Mindfulness and Hypnotherapy – 01/2023
  155. Mindfulness, Intention, and Meditation – 05/2023
  156. Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) – 11/2022
  157. Mindfulness: From the Perspective of Transpersonal Psychology – 04/2023
  158. Mythic and Archetypal Imagery – 01/2025
  159. NLP: Principles and Strategies of Success – 01/2023
  160. Numerology – The Language of Numbers as a Tool for Success! – 11/2022
  161. Parts Therapy – A Powerful 4 Step Process to Changing Lives – 11/2022
  162. Psychedelics and Transpersonal Psychology: An Interview with Dr. Hartelius – 04/2023
  163. Psychosynthesis: Creative Imagination and the Expansion of Consciousness – 02/2023
  164. Recent Studies About Hypnosis and How They Can Help You Succeed – 02/2025
  165. Research Articles Course – 03/2022
  166. Rewiring the Inner Child That’s Still in Charge – 01/2026
  167. Sacred Breath and the Human Potential – 01/2023
  168. Say What?! Using Radio, TV, Writing and Talks to Build Your Practice – 01/2023
  169. Shadows, Sabotage and Subconscious Success – 04/2023
  170. Sigil Magic Imagery – Draw your Way to Success – 01/2023
  171. So you want to write a book?! – 01/2023
  172. Social Media Marketing from Your Smartphone – 01/2023
  173. Spiritual Tarot: Hypnotic Applications for the Archetypes of Tarot – 01/2023
  174. Spoon Bending – Come to the PK Party! – 11/2022
  175. STOP IT: Overcome Overthinking for Good – 02/2024
  176. Stress Relief Techniques – 01/2023
  177. Subtleties of Hypnotherapy – 03/2022
  178. Successful Branding of Your Hypnotherapist Career – 06/2024
  179. Super Power Style: Dressing with Intention – 11/2022
  180. Superbrain Yoga and Pranic Healing – 01/2023
  181. Synesthesia: The Neuroscience of Metaphor – 04/2023
  182. Taking Positive Psychology to Corporations – 01/2023
  183. Taming the Critical Inner Voice – 05/2023
  184. Tanya Nord/Katie – Foreign Language Difficulties – 04/2024
  185. Tanya Nord/Laala – Career Focus and Confidence – 05/2023
  186. Tanya Nord/Melody – Test Anxiety – 04/2024
  187. Tanya Nord/Vivian – Motivation in Career – 05/2023
  188. Tapping the Subconscious through Conversational Hypnosis – 11/2022
  189. Teens – Managing Stress in this Fast-Paced Competitive World – 11/2022
  190. The 12 Steps of AA and Hypnotherapy – 11/2022
  191. The Art of Positive Thinking – 04/2023
  192. The Art of Wish-Making – 11/2022
  193. The Basic Understanding and Principles of NLP – 01/2023
  194. The Client Drought, A Shift in Perspective Can Shift Your Experience – 11/2022
  195. The Decision Factor – 11/2022
  196. The Eel and the Blowfish: A Graphic Novel of Dreams, Trauma, and Healing – 08/2022
  197. The Empty Leash – Hypnosis and the Loss of a Beloved Pet – 06/2022
  198. The Enneagram as the Gateway to Hypnotic Trance – 01/2023
  199. The First and Second Waves of Transpersonal Psychology – 04/2023
  200. The Gifts of Trauma – 01/2023
  201. The Incredible Power of the Mind/Body Connection – 01/2023
  202. The Insider Secret to Generating and Retaining New Clients – 01/2023
  203. The Power of Colors – 01/2023
  204. The Soul Speaks in Symbol: Healing Beyond Words – 01/2026
  205. Therapeutic Creative Journaling – 11/2022
  206. Thirteen Breaths to Freedom – 08/2022
  207. Transcendent Aspects of the Human Experience – 11/2022
  208. Transformation: Tools for Changing Behavior – 01/2023
  209. Truly Mindful Coloring – 11/2022
  210. Understanding and Working with Older Patients – 11/2022
  211. Understanding the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous – 05/2022
  212. Uplifting Depression – How Hypnotherapy Can Help – 11/2022
  213. Using Hypnosis in Dealing with Change – 04/2023
  214. Using Tech and Tools to Enhance Your Hypnotherapy Practice – 01/2026
  215. When the Calling to Help Becomes the Obstacle – 06/2022
  216. Why Can’t Anyone See My Website? – 06/2022
  217. Why Your Hypnotherapy Website is so Important! – 02/2023
  218. Wisdom of the Body-Mind in Hypnotherapy – 11/2022
  219. Working with Children and Children on the Autism Spectrum – 01/2023

Certifications

  • Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist
    American Hypnosis Association – 818-758-2700
    Certification Number: 011055
    Certification Valid To: Jun 04, 2027
  • Certified Hypnotist
    National Guild of Hypnotists – 603-429-9438
    Certification Number: 90951
    Certification Valid To: Oct 01, 2027
  • Certified Nutritionist Coach
    International Sports Sciences Association – 800-892-4772
    Certification Number: 5197032
    Certification Valid To: May 05, 2026

Certifications from the American Hypnosis Association

  1. Advanced Handwriting Analysis – 11/2022
  2. Advanced Imagery – 01/2025
  3. Certified Practitioner of Neuro-Linguistic Programming – 11/2022
  4. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy – 12/2023
  5. Healing the Inner Child – 12/2023
  6. Hypnosis and ADHD – 06/2024
  7. Hypnosis and Childbirth – 06/2024
  8. Hypnosis and Grief Recovery – 05/2023
  9. Hypnosis and Pain Management – 11/2022
  10. Hypnosis and PTSD – 05/2023
  11. Hypnosis and Seniors – 03/2024
  12. Hypnosis and Tinnitus – 06/2022
  13. Hypnosis and Transgender Clients – 11/2022
  14. Hypnosis and Weight Loss – 06/2022
  15. Hypnosis for Clients with Cancer – 03/2024
  16. Hypnosis for Immune Disorders – 06/2022
  17. Hypnosis for Insomnia and Sleep Disorders – 01/2023
  18. Hypnosis for Test Anxiety and Success – 06/2024
  19. Hypnosis for the Caregiver – 06/2024
  20. Mental and Emotional Release® Therapy – 11/2022
  21. Motivational Interviewing – 03/2024
  22. Pre and Post Surgery Hypnosis – 08/2023
  23. Smoking Cessation – 11/2022
  24. Therapeutic Imagery Facilitator – 01/2025
  25. Therapeutic Imagery Master – 01/2025
  26. Trauma Recovery Hypnosis – 03/2024

Awards

  • Honors Graduate – Clinical Hypnotherapy Program
    Hypnosis Motivation Institute – 03/02/2023
  • Director’s Award
    Hypnosis Motivation Institute – 03/02/2023
  • Academic Achievement Award
    Hypnosis Motivation Institute – 03/02/2023
  • Clinical Achievement Award
    Hypnosis Motivation Institute – 03/02/2023
  • Honors Graduate – AOS Degree Program
    Hypnosis Motivation Institute – 04/08/2024
  • AOS Excellence Award
    Hypnosis Motivation Institute – 04/08/2024

Professional Memberships

  • American Hypnosis Association
    Member Since: 2022
  • National Guild of Hypnotists
    Member Since: 2024
  • National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS) Honor Society
    Member Since: 2025

Website

Hypno Practique
https://HypnoPractique.com/

Languages Spoken

  • English

Contact Information

Jacalyn E. Duncan
Hypno Practique LLC
Idaho Falls, Idaho 83404, United States
986-497-4360

jacalynduncan@hypnopractique.com