English-speaking hypnotherapy in Lisbon

Return to yourself.
Begin again.

A calm, confidential space to understand old patterns, access your inner resources, and move forward with greater freedom.

Explore the approach
β—† Confidentialβ—† Lisbon Β· Online / In personβ—† €71 per session

Aviv means spring:
a season of renewal.

β€œThere is a place within you that already knows the way forward.”

The therapeutic space

Change begins with
feeling safe.

Adriano Santos, hypnotherapist at Aviv Therapies
Adriano Santos Β· Hypnotherapist

Hypnotherapy is a collaborative process that uses focused attention and deep relaxation to help you connect with thoughts, feelings, and inner resources that are often difficult to reach in everyday life.

I trained at the Portuguese Institute of Hypnosis (IPH), the largest hypnosis school in Portugal and one of the largest in Europe.

Throughout my practice, I have received a growing number of positive comments from people who have experienced my supportive and client-centred approach.

At Aviv Therapies, each session is guided by your goals, your pace, and your lived experience. There is no loss of control: only a supported opportunity to listen inwardly and create new possibilities.

Adriano Santos Hypnotherapist Β· Aviv Therapies

Areas of support

What would you like
to transform?

Sessions are tailored to you. Common areas we may explore include:

01β—Œ

Anxiety & stress

Calm the nervous system, understand triggers, and build a steadier inner response.

02β—‡

Confidence & self-worth

Release limiting beliefs and reconnect with your strengths and authentic voice.

03β†—

Habits & behaviours

Create healthier patterns around smoking, sleep, food, focus, and daily life.

04✦

Fears & phobias

Approach old fears safely and develop a more confident response to them.

Hypnotherapy is a complementary practice and is not a substitute for medical or psychiatric care. Results vary between individuals.

Your session

A dedicated hour,
entirely for you.

SESSION LENGTH60 minutes
INVESTMENT€71
FORMATOnline / In person

Your questions

Understanding
hypnotherapy.

It is natural to have questions before beginning.

What does hypnosis feel like?+

Most people describe it as a deeply relaxed, focused state, similar to becoming absorbed in a book or drifting just before sleep. You remain aware and able to respond.

Will I lose control?+

No. You remain in control throughout the session and cannot be made to do anything against your values or wishes.

How many sessions will I need?+

This varies with your goals and circumstances. We will discuss a realistic plan together and review progress as we go.

Can everyone be hypnotised?+

Most people can enter a useful hypnotic state when they feel comfortable and are willing to engage. The experience differs from person to person.

Is everything confidential?+

Yes, within normal professional and legal safeguarding limits. These boundaries will be explained clearly before your first session.

Client reflections

Stories of renewal.

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I felt heard without judgment. The sessions helped me approach anxiety with a calmness I did not know I had.

β€” Client reflection Anxiety support
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Adriano created a safe, grounded space. I left with practical tools and a much stronger belief in myself.

β€” Client reflection Confidence
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The process was gentle and surprisingly powerful. A habit that had controlled me for years finally began to loosen.

β€” Client reflection Behaviour change

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The Aviv journal

Insights for the
inner journey.

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HYPNOTHERAPY Β· 6 MIN READ

What really happens during a hypnotherapy session?

A clear, reassuring guide to what you can expect from beginning to end.

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WELLBEING Β· 5 MIN READ

Why the mind repeats anxious patterns

Understanding how protective responses form is the first step toward changing them.

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REFLECTION Β· 4 MIN READ

The psychology of beginning again

Why meaningful change rarely happens all at once, and why that is perfectly human.

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Your next chapter

Ready to begin?

Take the first step in a calm, confidential conversation.
Choose a time that feels right for you.