Biography for Marlena Elk, CHt
Marlena Elk is a Certified Hypnotherapist and Honors Graduate of the Hypnosis Motivation Institute, where she completed her training with a 4.0 GPA. She is currently continuing her education in Mind-Body Psychology to deepen her understanding of the connection between subconscious patterns, emotions, and overall well-being.
In addition to her hypnotherapy practice, Marlena is a Certified Peer Recovery Support Specialist working in substance use services within the Cherokee Nation healthcare system. Her professional background and lived experience of recovery allow her to connect with others through compassion, authenticity, and understanding.
Marlena is the founder of Change Your Mind—Change Your Life Hypnotherapy, where she helps clients identify and rewire limiting subconscious beliefs. Her areas of interest include anxiety, overwhelm, confidence, self-worth, recovery support, stress management, and personal growth.
As a Cherokee woman, Marlena is passionate about supporting Indigenous people, underserved communities, and individuals who may not feel understood. She carries the strength and resilience of her ancestors, who walked the Trail of Tears, and honors the sacrifices and perseverance that shaped her people. She believes the past may influence a person’s story, but it does not have to determine their future.
Hypnotherapy Specialties
- Anxiety
- Bed Wetting
- Biofeedback
- Career Success
- Exercise
- General Practice
- Insomnia
- Pain Management
- Panic Attacks
- Past Life Regression
- Reach Goals
- Relaxation
- Self Confidence
- Self Esteem
- Sports
- Stop Smoking/Vaping
- Stress
- Substance Abuse
- Trauma
- Weight Loss
Education
- Diploma in Clinical Hypnotherapy with Honors
Hypnosis Motivation Institute - Nationally Accredited College of Hypnotherapy - 818-758-2700
Date Started: 05/13/2025 - Date Graduated: 05/28/2026
Total Hours: 720 - Total Weeks: 52 - Total Years: 1
Continuing Education
- PRSS, Peer Recovery Support Specialist - Oklahoma NPI # 1821838459
Continuing Education from the American Hypnosis Association
- Biofeedback 1 - 03/2026
- Biofeedback 2 - 03/2026
- Body Syndromes - 12/2025
- Cheryl O'Neil/Anthony - Grief - 01/2026
- Cheryl O'Neil/Linda - Weight Loss, Mend Broken Heart - 01/2026
- Child Hypnosis - 11/2025
- Crisis Intervention - 03/2026
- Cultivating Mindfulness Using a Mind-Body Approach - 10/2025
- Healing Power of Hypnotic Scripts - 01/2026
- Heart Medicine: Stop Painful Patterns and Find Peace and Freedom - 12/2025
- How to Release Self-Limiting Beliefs - 10/2025
- Hypnosis in History - 05/2025
- Integrative Depth Psychology and Psychotherapy: Clinical Application - 10/2025
- Introduction to Biofeedback 1 and 2 - 03/2026
- Introduction to Intuitive and Energy Healing - 02/2026
- Introduction to Positive Psychology - 11/2025
- Introduction to Somatic and Parts Work for Healing Trauma - 01/2026
- Introduction to the Embodied Mind Theory - 12/2025
- Kappasinian Hypnosis - 03/2026
- Marc Gravelle/Eva - Improve Focus, Insomnia - 01/2026
- Master the Arm Raising - 05/2026
- Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) - 03/2026
- Numerology - The Language of Numbers as a Tool for Success! - 10/2025
- Subtleties of Hypnotherapy - 12/2025
- Understanding and Working with Older Patients - 03/2026
Certifications
- Certified Hypnotherapist
American Hypnosis Association - 818-758-2700
Certification Number: 013147
Certification Valid To: Nov 07, 2026
Awards
- Honors Graduate - Clinical Hypnotherapy Program
Hypnosis Motivation Institute - 05/28/2026
Professional Memberships
- American Hypnosis Association
Member Since: 2025
Website
Marlena Elk
https://MarlenaElk.com/
Languages Spoken
- English
Contact Information
Marlena Elk
Change Your Mind—Change Your Life Hypnotherapy
Stilwell,
Oklahoma
74960,
United States
918-575-2166