This podcast is a conversation between Dr. Howard Gurr, today's host of "Psyched Up" and Dr. Ed Schechtman on what is clinical hypnosis.

Dr. Shechtman a psychologist in private practice on Long Island since 1996 and a Professional Mental Health Counselor since 1978. Over the past 30 years, he has worked with groups and individuals of all ages in a variety of clinical settings.

Dr. Schectman is a graduate of New York University’s Counseling Psychology program and he has clinical specialties in Alcohol and Psychoactive Substance Use Disorders; and Clinical Hypnosis. Dr. Shechtman holds certifications in “Clinical Hypnosis” and as an “Approved Consultant in Clinical Hypnosis,” both certifications were issued by the American Society of Clinical Hypnosis.”

In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Schectman works with Athletes, Artists and Students toward the achievement of Peak Performance.