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Biography for Anthony L. Contreras, CCHt

Anthony Contreras is a Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist (CCHt) and earned an Associate of Occupational Studies Degree in Mind-Body Psychology.

Over the past 15 years he's worked in the field of Health Education and has worked with such diverse populations as the LGBTQAI+ Community, At-Risk Youth, and individuals that suffer with Substance Use Disorder.

Anthony worked at Tarzana Treatment Center’s for over thirteen years and in that time, he learned to combine his humor with his skills as a group facilitator, HIV Testing Counselor, Outreach Specialist, and Strength-Based Case Manager.

He completed his career with Tarzana Treatment Centers, Inc. as the Program Supervisor for the SAMHSA funded Whole Health Integration Program (WHIP). He educated clients on the connection of Body, Mind and Spirit and guided them to success through an 8-week goal setting and completion process.

Anthony received his Diploma in Clinical Hypnotherapy and AOS Degree in Mind-Body Psychology from the Nationally Accredited Hypnosis Motivation Institute (HMI College of Hypnotherapy). He enjoys working with clients to resolve inner conflicts and help facilitate positive and healthy behavior changes through the use of Acceptance Commitment Therapy, Parts Therapy, Positive Psychology, and Hypnosis.

He continues to work with diverse populations and educate and empower individuals through self-esteem building and positive thinking so they may accomplish their goals and live the fulfilled life that they truly desire!

Hypnotherapy Specialties

  1. Addictions
  2. Anxiety
  3. Communication
  4. Fears
  5. Forgiveness
  6. Guilt
  7. Helplessness
  8. Phobias
  9. Reach Goals
  10. Self Awareness
  11. Self Confidence
  12. Self Defeating Behaviors
  13. Self Esteem
  14. Self Forgiveness
  15. Stop Smoking
  16. Stress
  17. Substance Abuse
  18. Trauma
  19. Weight Loss
  20. Worry

Experience

After struggling with deep depression after his own HIV diagnosis in June of 1997 at the age of 21, Anthony Contreras began his work in HIV education and prevention in 2006 with the start of his own non-profit HIV awareness organization called E.T.H.A.N. (Educated Thinking and HIV Awareness thru Nightlife).

The success of his events and messages of self-esteem led to his starting position in March of 2007 as a Health Educator with Tarzana Treatment Centers, Inc. It was here where he learned to combine his humor with his skills as a group facilitator, HIV Testing Counselor, and Outreach Specialist through such funded programs as Popular Opinion Leader (POL) and Self Help In Eliminating Life Threatening Diseases (SHIELD).

He also utilized his unique style and delivery of information to work with diverse populations such as homeless youth at Covenant House California, Los Angeles (CHCLA) and the Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Youth Center in Los Angeles (LALGBTYC), homeless substance users through AIDS Project Los Angeles (APLA) and their Crystal Meth program and five years as the Program Supervisor of the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) funded Getting OFF! Program. The Getting OFF! or GO! program used a modified version of the Matrix Model for Substance Use Disorder, Better Self Esteem and Art Therapy to help individuals identify childhood trauma, self-defeating beliefs, and build solutions towards healing.

Anthony found his true calling in guiding individuals on their own journey of self-healing, self-acceptance and self-discovery. Anthony then worked as a Program Supervisor and Peer Support Specialist for the SAMHSA funded Whole Health Integration Program (WHIP) through Tarzana Treatment Centers where he instructed clients on the connection of Body, Mind and Spirit and then guiding them through the 8-week goal setting and completion process of success.

Continuing his personal journey of growth and understanding lead Anthony to develop and master the skills as a Hypnotherapist at the Nationally Accredited Hypnosis Motivation Institute (HMI College of Hypnotherapy). In this way he could work directly with clients to resolve inner conflicts and help facilitate positive and healthy behavior changes more rapidly than through “Talk” or “Cognitive Behavioral Therapy” alone.

His goal in life remains the same; to work with diverse populations and empower individuals through self-esteem building and positive thinking so they can live the fulfilled life they truly desire!

Education

  • Diploma in Clinical Hypnotherapy
    Hypnosis Motivation Institute - Nationally Accredited College of Hypnotherapy - 818-758-2747
    Date Started: 01/28/2020 - Date Graduated: 09/13/2021
    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: 09/13/2021 - Date Graduated: 10/31/2022
    Total Hours: 720 - Total Weeks: 52 - Total Years: 1

Continuing Education from the American Hypnosis Association

  1. A Primer on Transpersonal Psychology - 08/2022
  2. Create a Professional Zoom Group Experience - 10/2022
  3. Creating a Professional Zoom Room - 09/2021
  4. Ericksonian Hypnosis and Therapeutic Metaphors - 05/2020
  5. Ericksonian Hypnosis and Trance Phenomena - 05/2020
  6. Hacking Happiness Hormones - 10/2022
  7. Hypnosis in History - 01/2020
  8. Introduction to Somatic and Parts Work for Healing Trauma - 08/2021
  9. Make Your Hypnotherapy Material Look Professional - 10/2022
  10. Master the Arm Raising - 05/2021
  11. Mental Bank Magic - 10/2022
  12. Mental Bank Seminar - 03/2022
  13. Mythic and Archetypal Imagery - 08/2021
  14. Parts Therapy - A Powerful 4 Step Process to Changing Lives - 10/2022
  15. Research Articles Course - 05/2020
  16. The 12 Steps of AA and Hypnotherapy - 05/2020
  17. The Eel and the Blowfish: A Graphic Novel of Dreams, Trauma, and Healing - 10/2022
  18. The Gifts of Trauma - 05/2020
  19. The Power of Releasing Guilt and Shame - 06/2021
  20. Truly Mindful Coloring - 10/2022
  21. Understanding the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous - 09/2021
  22. Uplifting Depression - How Hypnotherapy Can Help - 05/2020
  23. When the Calling to Help Becomes the Obstacle - 10/2022
  24. Why Can’t Anyone See My Website? - 10/2022

Certifications

  • Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist
    American Hypnosis Association - 818-758-2700
    Certification Number: 010425
    Certification Valid To: Dec 28, 2025

Certifications from the American Hypnosis Association

  1. Hypnosis and PTSD - 11/2021
  2. Hypnosis and Smoking Cessation - 09/2020
  3. Therapeutic Imagery Facilitator - 07/2021
  4. Trauma Recovery Hypnosis - 08/2021

Awards

  • Honors Graduate - AOS Degree Program
    Hypnosis Motivation Institute - 10/31/2022

Professional Memberships

  • American Hypnosis Association
    Member Since: 2020

Website


https://NuMillenniumHypnotherapy.com/

Languages Spoken

  • English

Contact Information

Anthony L. Contreras
Nu Millennium Hypnotherapy
Alhambra, California 91801, United States
 626-269-9071

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