Conversational Mastery and the Art of Change with Steve Roehm

In this episode of AWAKEN, Ryan DeJonghe sits down with Steve Roehm, a master hypnotist and coach widely recognized in the professional community (including a massive following on Reddit) for his "no-nonsense," conversational approach to transformation. Steve shares his philosophy on why the best hypnosis doesn't look like "hypnosis" at all—it looks like two people having a profound, life-changing conversation. They discuss how to strip away the clinical fluff and get straight to the heart of what drives human behavior and change.Key Discussion PointsThe Reddit Legend: Steve reacts to his reputation as the "hypnotist's hypnotist" and explains how his style evolved from complex techniques to simple, powerful conversation.Conversational Alchemy: Discover how Steve uses everyday language to induce deep trance states and facilitate breakthroughs without the need for formal "eyes-closed" inductions.The Power of "Just Talking": Why some of the most profound shifts happen when the client doesn't even realize they are "doing hypnosis," and how to maintain that level of natural engagement.Removing the Friction: Steve breaks down how to identify the specific mental blocks that stop people from succeeding and how to "unstick" them through strategic questioning.Authenticity in Practice: A deep dive into why being a "real human" in the room is more effective than playing the role of a stiff, clinical professional.Memorable Quotes"The most powerful trance isn't the one where you're asleep; it's the one where you're finally awake to who you actually are.""I don't 'do' hypnosis to people. I have conversations that allow people to stop doing the things that aren't working for them."Special Segment: Hypnotic GiftStay tuned until the very end for a special hypnotic gift from Steve Roehm. He leads a masterful conversational journey designed to help you shift your perspective on a current challenge and step into a more resourceful version of yourself.(Note: While this segment is conversational, the shifts can be deep. Please listen when you can safely focus on the internal experience.)Episode Timestamps00:00:15 – Introduction: How Reddit led Ryan to Steve Roehm00:06:50 – Beyond the Certification: Finding your true voice as a hypnotist00:14:30 – The Art of the Informal Induction: Why "Just Talking" works00:26:45 – Identifying the "Glitch" in the client's narrative00:40:20 – The Mechanics of Conversational Change00:55:10 – Steve’s advice for practitioners: Stop trying so hard01:04:15 – Hypnotic Gift: The Conversational Shift Session01:07:30 – Final thoughts and where to find Steve’s trainingConnect with Steve RoehmOfficial Website: steveroehm.comMastery Training: Check out Steve’s programs for advanced conversational hypnosis.Connect with Ryan DeJongheIf you want to experience a "magic conversation" that helps you move past your own limits, reach out to me:Website: trancewell.helpEmail: [email protected]