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Biography for Andrew Dennett, MSW, ASW, CHt

Andrew “Drew” Dennett is a Hypnotherapist and High Honors Graduate from the Hypnosis Motivation Institute (HMI) with a professional background in psychotherapy. Drew received his MSW from the USC Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work at the University of Southern California.

Along with providing his clients with skills to thrive day-to-day, Drew also helps people uncover and explore unconscious thoughts, feelings, and behaviors in order to create more consciousness around what’s holding them back. Unconscious dynamics are often influenced by our past experiences and relationships and can have visceral impacts in the present moment.

Drew’s approach to therapy is characterized by a mixture of directness, playfulness, engagement, and nurturance. He believes that relentless curiosity and self-exploration leads to a sense of identity, purpose, and an understanding of our place in the world.

As a hypnotherapist, Drew utilizes the skills and experiences he has obtained as a psychotherapist to aid his clients in moving toward consciousness and wholeness which facilitates greater connection with themselves and others. He utilizes Kappasinian, Ericksonian, Jungian, psychoanalytic, and psychodynamic principles along with skills-based interventions to foster lasting change and greater insight. Drew believes in the efficacy of hypnotherapy as a reliable and gentle method for removing subconscious/unconscious blocks and activating the natural healing and transformative processes of the unconscious.

Drew offers a 15-minute phone consultation where he can learn a bit more about each individual’s experience while answering any questions they might have.

Hypnotherapy Specialties

  1. Anger
  2. Anxiety
  3. Assertiveness
  4. Change Habits
  5. Communication
  6. Dreams
  7. Insomnia
  8. Perfectionism
  9. Phobias
  10. Self Awareness
  11. Self Blame
  12. Self Confidence
  13. Self Defeating Behaviors
  14. Self Esteem
  15. Self Image
  16. Stop Smoking
  17. Stress
  18. Substance Abuse
  19. Trauma
  20. Worry

Experience

Drew graduated with High Honors from the Hypnosis Motivation Institute (HMI) in 2025 while working as a psychotherapist in the greater Los Angeles, California area. Drew received his MSW from the USC Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work at the University of Southern California in 2023. Drew has had experience working in the field of mental health since 2019 and has worked in various roles and with various populations since starting his career.

As a psychotherapist, Drew’s clinical experience and training has consisted of settings ranging from inpatient treatment to psychodynamic psychotherapy in private practice settings. Since graduating from HMI, Drew has conducted both hypnotherapy and psychotherapy sessions with individuals from an array of diverse backgrounds.

Education

  • Diploma in Clinical Hypnotherapy
    Hypnosis Motivation Institute - Nationally Accredited College of Hypnotherapy - 818-758-2747
    Date Started: 03/19/2024 - Date Graduated: 03/19/2025
    Total Hours: 720 - Total Weeks: 52 - Total Years: 1
  • Master of Social Work
    University of Southern California
    Date Started: 08/17/2020 - Date Graduated: 05/28/2023
  • Bachelor of Arts
    California State University, Northridge
    Date Started: 08/23/2011 - Date Graduated: 04/11/2016

Continuing Education from the American Hypnosis Association

  1. Marc Gravelle - HMI Book Club - 05/2024
  2. Research Articles Course - 05/2024
  3. Understanding the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous - 07/2024
  4. Master the Arm Raising - 03/2024
  5. Crisis Intervention - 04/2024
  6. Everybody Rides the Carousel - 07/2024
  7. 5 Powerful Ways to Launch, Market, and Grow Your Hypnotherapy Practice - 08/2024
  8. Healing Developmental Trauma and Adaptation with Hypnosis - 06/2024
  9. Hypnotherapy and Rehab: An Inside Look - 08/2024
  10. Intuitive and Energy Healing - 07/2024
  11. Hypnosis in History - 01/2024
  12. Doing Time - Rehabilitating the Incarcerated - 08/2024
  13. Stress Relief Techniques - 10/2024
  14. Ethics and Boundaries for California Therapists - 09/2024
  15. Body Syndromes - 05/2024
  16. Business Basics: Tools to Get, Retain and Help More Clients - 08/2024
  17. Uplifting Depression - How Hypnotherapy Can Help - 04/2024
  18. The Decision Factor - 08/2024
  19. Aging Well: Staying Sharp with Hypnotherapy - 09/2024
  20. Lisa Machenberg/Aaron - Starting a Business - 08/2024
  21. Lisa Machenberg/Joey - Sports Performance - 08/2024
  22. Michele Guzy/Barbara - Animal Communication - 08/2024
  23. The 12 Steps of AA and Hypnotherapy - 08/2024
  24. Super Power Style: Dressing with Intention - 09/2024
  25. Emotional Resiliency and the Actor - 08/2024
  26. Subtleties of Hypnotherapy - 03/2024
  27. Creating a Professional Zoom Room - 08/2024
  28. Introduction to Professional Podcasting - 08/2024
  29. Introduction to Positive Psychology - 07/2024
  30. Integrative Depth Psychology and Psychotherapy: Clinical Application - 04/2024
  31. Understanding and Working with Older Patients - 07/2024
  32. Introduction to the Embodied Mind Theory - 07/2024
  33. Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) - 07/2024
  34. Heart Medicine: Stop Painful Patterns and Find Peace and Freedom - 07/2024
  35. When the Calling to Help Becomes the Obstacle - 08/2024
  36. Hacking Happiness Hormones - 10/2024
  37. The Eel and the Blowfish: A Graphic Novel of Dreams, Trauma, and Healing - 08/2024
  38. Extreme Self Care: Feed Your True Needs, Say Goodbye to Cravings - 08/2024
  39. Is Our Soul a Secret Problem Solver? - 09/2024
  40. Mindfulness, Intention, and Meditation - 09/2024
  41. Taming the Critical Inner Voice - 03/2024
  42. Hypnosis Falsely Blamed - 08/2024
  43. HMI Student and Graduate Tips for Creating More Ease and Success - 08/2024
  44. Dream Interpretation - The Key to Unlocking Your Subconscious - 08/2024
  45. Introduction to Motivational Interviewing - 09/2024
  46. Creating Hypnosis Retreats - 09/2024
  47. Enhance Public Speaking and Build Clientele with Your Uniqueness - 09/2024
  48. Cultivating Mindfulness Using a Mind-Body Approach - 08/2024

Certifications

  • Certified Hypnotherapist
    American Hypnosis Association - 818-758-2700
    Certification Number: 012654
    Certification Valid To: May 05, 2026

Certifications from the American Hypnosis Association

  1. Trauma Recovery Hypnosis - 02/2025

Awards

  • High Honors Graduate - Clinical Hypnotherapy Program
    Hypnosis Motivation Institute - 03/20/2025

Professional Memberships

  • American Hypnosis Association
    Member Since: 2024
  • National Association of Social Workers
    Member Since: 2023

Languages Spoken

  • English

Contact Information

Andrew Dennett
Los Angeles, California 90064, United States
 213-342-5805

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