Transformative Hypnotherapy Services

Female Empowerment

Set healthy boundaries and learn to say no appropriately
Learn to embrace your power and stand in your truth
Gain freedom from the “Should’s” and “Have to’s”
Move from caretaking to fierce compassion
Explore and transmute your shadow characteristics
Strengthen your connection to the Divine Feminine
Renew and re-energize
Find contentment and greater joy

Living in a stressful, fast paced culture that values male ideals such as competitiveness, control and domination can confuse and dis-empower women. Confused as to what is appropriate feminine behavior, many women become over-involved in caretaking others, are afraid to say no, or to set healthy boundaries. Unsatisfied needs and/or unexpressed rage can lead to fatigue, indecisiveness, a lack of enthusiasm and depression. Or it can manifest as the martyr, the victim, the saboteur or the “bitch.” These negative character traits are destructive whether we act them out, or are victimized by them when they erupt in others.

Joy Reichard, Behavior Remodelist, helps women reframe or eliminate self-limiting beliefs, attitudes or behaviors that keep them from achieving their full potential. Using a variety of gentle but effective hypnotherapy and cognitive behavioral techniques, Joy enables her clients to identify and break through psychological and emotional barriers that keep them stuck and block their success. While working with Joy her clients discover inner resources, develop core strengths, reinforce desired behaviors and strengthen their motivation to achieve goals and desires. Joy’s extensive training, adept interpersonal and intuitive skills and her calm reassuring presence creates a safe environment for her clients while they evolve into more fulfilled and empowered women.

To schedule a complementary 30 minute consultation with Joy Reichard please call 415-819-8769 or email joy@joyreichard.com

In Her Name Circles

The Women’s Spirituality Master’s Program, which has recently moved to the Institute of Transpersonal Psychology, awakened me to the power of female deity images. The myths and images of goddesses from around the globe contain many teachings that can inspire and empower women. In 2006 I began presenting a 5-part series entitled “Embracing the Goddess Within.” From my Goddess talks, I recognized a growing need for women to gather together for the purpose of honoring the Divine Feminine and each other. The voice of the Sacred Feminine is re-emerging in human consciousness bringing with it a new vision of the sacredness and unity of life. Goddess mythology from many cultures offers rich symbolism and powerful role models to both women and men. Her message is one of peace, compassion, and respect for all life. To acknowledge and share this message I lead a monthly Circle in San Mateo, California. Please see the schedule for 2009 below. For more information, please contact me. (Note that you may now purchase audio recordings of the Circles.)

In Her Name Circle Schedule for 2010

300 East Santa Inez
San Mateo, CA 94401 artemis

Feb. 12 - Isis/Hathor – Mother Goddesses of Ancient Egypt
Mar. 12 – Freya, Nordic Earth Goddess of Fertility and Passion
Apr. 9 – Ix Chel, Mayan Goddess of the Moon
May 21 – Pele, Hawaiian Goddess of the Volcano (Due to scheduling conflicts the In Her Name Circle for May will be on the 3rd Friday of the month.)
Jun. 11 - Tara, Tibetan Buddhist Goddess
Jul. 9 - Brigit, Celtic Triple Goddess
Aug 13 – Yemaya, African Goddess of the Sea
Sep 10 - Shekhina, The Hebrew Feminine Face of God
Oct. 8 – Sarasvati, Hindu Goddess of the Creative Arts
Nov. 12 - Hecate, Queen of the Witches or Wise Crone?
Dec. 10 – Our Lady of Guadalupe

Embracing the Goddess Within

Reclaiming the Sacred Feminine

Was God once a woman? If so, who was She?
How can reclaiming the Goddess within help you connect to your strength and power?

Despite the undeniable progress of female equality, the media and advertisers still demean women or distort the essence of femaleness. Women are confused about how to be strong and claim their power. Many are turning toward the Sacred Feminine for a better understanding of womanhood. The ancient myths and images of the Goddess speak to attributes that validate female wisdom and power.
I have created a body of work that provides images of female deities as examples of feminine strength, wisdom, and confidence. In various talks, I discuss the lessons we can learn from each Goddess and how we can incorporate their traits into our lives. Please click to the link below to visit the page containing the summary of these talks. To schedule a talk for your club, organization, or school, please contact me.

Embracing the Goddess Within – Link to descriptions of each talk