What are you dealing with right now that feels heavy, overwhelming, or hard to fix?
If you’ve tried to push through it, think your way out of it, or manage it — but it keeps coming back, the issue is usually deeper than what you can consciously control.
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20 customer reviews
Carolyn
4 months ago, I came to Marilyn carrying a huge "bag" filled with unworthiness, fear of rejection, disconnection with my body, long-term friendships that needed to be released~ including my "friendship" with alcohol, and more.
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Marilyn is helping me to heal and transform in a way that I wasn't able to do by/for myself.
I have to say...my "bag" is getting lighter! I am truly grateful for Marilyn and her incredible gifts!
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Reply from Marilyn Wellness Studio - Marilyn Montero Hypnotherapist
Thank you so much for your beautiful words and your courage to share your journey. It’s been an honor to walk beside you as you’ve lightened the weight of what no longer serves you. Watching you reconnect with your truth, your body, and your power has been incredibly inspiring. The transformation you’ve initiated is profound, and I’m so proud of the strength and openness you bring to this work. Here's to continued freedom, healing, and deep alignment — the best is truly yet to come. With gratitude, Marilyn
Lane
Marilyn has been a miracle working with helping me clear past trauma. After a few sessions, I was at a point where I had no emotional attachment to my past and look at it as something that happened l, and less of a weight on my life today. She helped me detach from toxic people, relationships, and gave me honest perspectives on how to handle what enters my life. I feel clearer after our sessions and have more clarity for what I want to achieve More...
Reply from Marilyn Wellness Studio - Marilyn Montero Hypnotherapist
Thank you so much for your kind and powerful words. It’s been a privilege to witness your healing journey and the strength with which you've released old burdens. The clarity and emotional freedom you’ve gained are a reflection of the deep inner work you’ve courageously embraced. I’m honored to support you as you continue to create space for healthier connections, aligned goals, and the life you truly deserve. You are doing the work — and it shows. With appreciation, Marilyn
Peter D
Marilyn is great, she gets to places that other therapy can't, even after 35 years sober and working steps, Marilyn helps dramatically, combined with hot yoga and its magic
Reply from Marilyn Wellness Studio - Marilyn Montero Hypnotherapist
Thank you so much for your heartfelt words. It means the world to know that even after such a dedicated journey of growth our work together is offering new layers of healing and insight. I'm honored to support you as you continue evolving and expanding. Your openness, commitment, and willingness to go deeper are what make this transformation possible — and I’m so glad hot yoga is adding its own kind of magic to the mix, too! With deep respect, Marilyn
Janet
Best decision I have ever made! I feel the fiber of my entire being charging! I highly recommend the transformation package. If you are serious about you growth go sign up today!! More...
Reply from Marilyn Wellness Studio - Marilyn Montero Hypnotherapist
Thank you so much for this powerful feedback! I’m beyond honored to support you in this level of transformation. Watching you ignite from the inside out and feel that charge through every part of your being is exactly what this work is about. Your commitment to growth is inspiring — and I’m so proud of how far you’ve come. Here’s to even more breakthroughs ahead! With gratitude and celebration, Marilyn
Liz
Marilyn has been a miracle worker for me. After two instances of vertigo while driving on the freeway 8 years ago, my fear of driving became so great that I stopped driving on freeways altogether. I've tried many other types of therapies but none 'cured' me. I had lost my sense of freedom and was resigned to having others drive me. My hypnotherapy sessions with Marilyn have released old memories and micro traumas of driving. I am now confidently driving on all freeways and bridges and feel a sense of safety and protection while driving that I hadn't felt before. Marilyn is a gifted and compassionate healer. I am so grateful to have found her. The only thing better would be if I had found her 8 years ago! Thank you Marilyn for your amazing gift. More...
Reply from Marilyn Wellness Studio - Marilyn Montero Hypnotherapist
Thank you so much for sharing your incredible transformation. It’s been an honor to support you in reclaiming your freedom, confidence, and peace on the road. The courage you’ve shown in facing deep-rooted fear and trusting the process is truly inspiring. Seeing you drive with ease again — after so many years — is a reminder of what’s possible when the subconscious mind is ready to heal. I’m so grateful our paths crossed, and I celebrate every mile you now drive with safety and self-trust. With heartfelt appreciation, Marilyn
Sharan
Marilyn is truly a gifted hypnotherapist. She helped me heal a lot of childhood trauma, past wounds, and gain a lot more confidence in my life. I'm so grateful, thank you!
Ari
Marilyn has been a life saver and changer for me. Truly a gift from above. She is kind, compassionate, intuitive, and intelligent. She changed my life after just one session, but I continue to do maintenance work over the last year and a half to stay mentally healthy. Ive tried every possible therapy there is…you name it, I’ve done it. But nothing has been as effective as Marilyns work. More...
Reply from Marilyn Wellness Studio - Marilyn Montero Hypnotherapist
Thank you so much for your incredibly kind words. It’s been an absolute honor to walk alongside you on this journey of healing and self-discovery. I’m touched by your openness and continued commitment to maintaining your mental and emotional well-being — that’s where true transformation takes root. I’m so glad the work we’ve done together has brought the clarity, relief, and empowerment you’ve been searching for. You are the reason this work matters, and I’m deeply grateful for your trust. With love and respect, Marilyn
Keelin Conant
Marilyn is a the real deal! She takes the time to truly understand who you are as a human and then works with your desires, past, present and future, to help you get to your next level.
Her studio is luxurious and welcoming. She's created a space that is safe and makes you feel like royalty! During the sessions, you are on a multidimensional adventure that your mind, heart and soul will relish. Marilyn will lovingly take you deep into the Astro-plane, if you let her (and that's where the true answers to many of our questions lay!) She's an amazing guide who will be with you for your entire journey - both through multiple sessions and however long it takes for you to achieve your goals. You can trust her, heal with her AND treat yourself to an extraordinary experience all at the same time. I can't recommend Marilyn enough. If you feel called to this work, she is your woman! Thank you,
Magical Marilyn!!
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Reply from Marilyn Wellness Studio - Marilyn Montero Hypnotherapist
Thank you from the depths of my heart for this radiant reflection. Your words moved me! It’s been an honor to walk with you through the layers of healing, expansion, and multidimensional discovery. I’ve witnessed your courage and openness in every session, and it’s a gift to support your rise into your next level of self. I’m so glad the studio has felt like a sanctuary — because you deserve to feel that way in every space you enter. Thank you for trusting me with your journey and for showing up so fully. The magic is real — and it’s only just beginning. 🌟 With deep gratitude and love, Marilyn
Kate Johnson
Hypnotherapy
Marilyn is absolutely amazing! She listens to her clients and then gently guides them to their dreams. She is supportive and creates goals and plans on an individual basis. The care she gives each client is paramount. If you want to make lasting changes in your life, see Marilyn! She's LB's best kept secret! More...
Reply from Marilyn Wellness Studio - Marilyn Montero Hypnotherapist
Thank you Kate! I am grateful that you found me and that we have been making some amazing progress! I love to see you SHINE!
Leah
Spiritually enriched! After experience Marilyn’s group hypnosis (Blast Off 2022) I have never felt so clear minded and eager for the creation and manifestation for the best/ highest optimum Leah. After this experience with Marilyn, I identified that my anxieties came from the clutter in my mind that she brought awareness/ “ah hah’s”… things started to make sense therefore I am able to do the work to start healing and get closer to highest level of myself. I have tired many alternatives and avenues but found if they worked it was only a quick fix and not sustainable. I am absolutely investing in my health of wellness and in order to do so, Marilyn Montero Clinical Hypnotherapist, Laguna Beach! More...
Sofía N.
Amazing experiences, beautiful studio and pure magic!
I worked with Marilyn Montero for my hot flashes and they are gone! Hurray
. And most recently I went to her 4 hr group hypnosis workshop called “Blast off” which allowed me to get clarity of what my goals and intention for 2022 should be. I love her beautiful studio with relaxing red recliners, beautiful lighting and music.She really knows how to take care of her clients. She offers great attention to detail and is very gifted as a hypnotherapist and spiritual coach! I recommend you set up a consultation with Marilyn Montero and experience the magic that awaits you.
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Karolina Martinez
Life Coaching
Wow, Wow, Wow!!! Miracles after Miracles with Hypnosis; all virtual too.
I truly thank God and the universe for finding Marilyn!
I'm so glad I listened to my intuition and called her. I don't even want to think where I would be today if I hadn't gone with my gut. I truly believe my progress with Marilyn is nothing short of a miracle. I've been seeing her weekly since October 2021 and it's felt like I've been through numerous breakthroughs, miracles upon miracles. I was in a dark place when I came across her and after our second session, it clicked between us. She has really equipped me with the tools to face life's curveballs and for that I'm extremely grateful. Since I've met her, I received a great job, then it moved to even a better job and still more opportunities are showing up for me, huge blessings. I'm happy to be in a better place all around. Especially, with leaving a toxic relationship that was eating my soul. I had many attempts to go back to what I knew, my comfort zone knowing it was unhealthy. Her hypnosis session is the TOP SECRET ingredient, the power tool that set me free to this new version of me. After every hypnotherapy session, I noticed how differently I was thinking and feeling, more mature, stronger, and clearer. I was stuck for over 8 years and now I feel FREEDOM. I'm excited to continue to work with Marilyn. I highly recommend her if you're ready to heal and grow. She's truly a godsend for me. Thanks again Marilyn
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Aika
Life Coaching
I started working with Marilyn about six months ago, and it has been a great experience so far! I started seeking a life coach because I wasn't feeling like I had any direction or purpose, and was stuck.
Marilyn's helped me look at my life holistically, and think about my vision for my life. Furthermore, she helped me create a plan to reach towards that vision.
10/10 - Highly recommend!
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Reply from Marilyn Wellness Studio - Marilyn Montero Hypnotherapist
Thank you Aika! It is an absolute pleasure to work with you. I am grateful to be a part of your life and to see your growth from the inside out; beautiful :)
Portia Sharpe
Marilyn is helping me through one of the worse times in my life. She is extremely attentive and thorough. I'm so happy I found her.
Emily Bee
Hypnotherapy
Marilyn is awesome. She is very warm, caring and eager to help. She takes time in each session, to talk through goals and obstacles before moving into hypnosis. Then she escorts you gracefully through the mechanisms in your mind to challenge those obstacles and develop a path for healing and success. I highly recommend her to anyone. More...
Chad Yeager
Hypnotherapy
I have to admit I was skeptical at first about hypnosis but I was also desperate to quit nicotine. I phoned Marilyn and she immediately put me at ease. She wasn’t at all what I had imagined. I pictured a hippy spiritual over the top type. She was none of that very down to earth and practical and instantly felt at ease when I met her. Her office is very nice and calming. To make a long story short her methods worked. After 1 session I was done. It’s been a month and I haven’t touched chess was or cigars and I’ve been calm the whole time. What usually brings me back didn’t do it this time. She gave me the power to say no to things that harm me. I am eternally grateful thank you Marilyn. More...
Reply from Marilyn Wellness Studio - Marilyn Montero Hypnotherapist
Thank you Chad for such a nice review;) I love the hippie comment L.O.L. My Boston upbringing with a business background, definitely makes me a different personality in this field of hypnotherapy. I am grateful to help you on your life journey and making it a healthy one by eliminating cigarettes and cigars from your body. I love your openness to receive this change. Thank you for being an amazing client! Grateful, Marilyn Montero, C.Ht. 949-397-1115
Irene Ruscigno
Hypnotherapy
I entered into this very cautiously. After doing my research I came across Marilyn and felt her credentialing made her a safe choice to begin my journey. I literally summarized my years of trauma along with my desire to improve my eating behaviour toward a healthier weight. Marilyn was in tune, knowledgable and able to empathize while guiding me toward a plan of action that I felt comfortable with. I entered the relationship with honesty and an open mind and received the same in return. I am extremely pleased with my results and feel this experience had made a positive impact on my life. More...
Reply from Marilyn Wellness Studio - Marilyn Montero Hypnotherapist
Irene, you are a wonderful client! I enjoyed our weekly video sessions; from the east coast to west coast connection via Zoom. I love seeing your transformation, week by week. Grateful to have had the opportunity to work with you! Marilyn Montero, C.Ht. Clinical Hypnotherapist 949-397-1115
Sofía Negron
Marilyn helped me get rid of my hot flashes with her outstanding hypnotherapy sessions! I highly recommend her hypnotherapy services.
Reply from Marilyn Wellness Studio - Marilyn Montero Hypnotherapist
Thank you Sofia. It was my pleasure to help you through this in your life. I enjoyed working with you. Marilyn Montero, C.Ht. 949-397-1115
Glenn Rosko
Hypnotherapy
I have been one of Marilyn's clients for one month. Weight loss is 14.5 lbs.
Marilyn was able to establish rapport with me very quickly.
She quickly identified other needs l have. She is very friendly and supportive while being empathetic and efficient.
In other programs that don't use hypnotherapy, l failed because I wasn't able to continue with efforts it took. I am able to continue now because l have no feelings of deprivation. The hunger feelings l now experience aren't nearly as strong and intrusive.
I am looking forward to my remaining sessions with enthusiasm and a "can do" attitude that l have acquired because of Marilyn's empathy and professionalism and I will highly recommend Marilyn to friends and family in need of her service.
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Reply from Marilyn Wellness Studio - Marilyn Montero Hypnotherapist
I am grateful you found me on Bark and we have been doing amazing work together via online video Zoom. You are truly a pleasure to work with; seeing all the changes that occur weekly for you brings great joy to my heart. You are succeeding every day!. Serving my clients with gratitude. ~Marilyn Montero~ C.Ht. Clinical Hypnotherapist
Johnny
Hypnotherapy
Awesome. Very Attentive. Trustworthy. Kind. Skilled and worth every cent. Namaste
Reply from Marilyn Wellness Studio - Marilyn Montero Hypnotherapist
Thank you Johnny! I truly enjoy working with you. Namaste :)
What do you love most about your job?
I love to help people transform their lives. The sparkle in their eyes when they meet with me and begin to have hope and know that I am there for them to achieve their life goals is priceless. I have seen so many magical moments that it brings joy and love to my heart.
What inspired you to start your own business?
I started this work during a pivotal time in my life and saw firsthand how powerful subconscious change can be. What began as personal transformation became a calling to help others create real, lasting change at the root.
Why should our clients choose you?
I work at the level where patterns are created, not managed. My approach is precise, efficient, and designed for people who are ready for real change—especially those who feel like nothing else has worked.
Can you provide your services online or remotely? If so, please add details.
Yes. I work with clients nationwide and globally via private Zoom sessions. The subconscious work is just as effective remotely, allowing for deep, focused sessions without geographic limitations.
What changes have you made to keep your customers safe from Covid-19?
I offer both in-person and private remote sessions. My space is clean, controlled, and by appointment only, ensuring privacy, safety, and a comfortable environment for every client.
OS Operating State™ Assessment
A private precision diagnostic designed for high-capacity individuals experiencing stalled momentum, internal friction, or major transition.
This session identifies the subconscious operating state currently governing your decisions, performance, relationships, and results.
Rather than addressing surface symptoms, the OS Assessment maps how your internal system is actually running — revealing why effort, strategy, or insight alone have not produced the expected outcomes.
Private Subconscious Recalibration
Deep, customized work following the OS Assessment for clients seeking rapid internal reorganization and sustainable performance restoration.
Combines advanced hypnotherapy, subconscious reprogramming, and precision behavioral alignment techniques tailored to the individual’s operating state.
Not coaching. Not traditional therapy.
Designed for individuals requiring discretion, efficiency, and measurable internal change.
Pricing discussed after assessment.
Executive & Founder Performance Reset
Designed for high performers who previously operated at a high level and now experience reduced clarity, drive, decision capacity, or resilience.
Addresses burnout residue, cognitive overload, identity disruption after major events, and sustained pressure exposure.
Integrates subconscious methods, hypnotherapy-based techniques, and operating-state recalibration.
Virtual or in-person sessions available.
Stress, Anxiety & Sleep Optimization (Subconscious Approach)
For individuals experiencing persistent tension, disrupted sleep, racing thoughts, or nervous system overload.
Uses hypnotherapy-informed methods to reduce internal noise and restore functional regulation.
Best suited for professionals under sustained pressure.