Therapeutic Disclaimer

Last updated: March 2026

Not a Substitute for Professional Treatment

The content provided by Aphor Subconscious Studio — including guided hypnotherapy sessions, meditation audio, courses, and written materials — is intended for educational and general wellness purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, psychological counseling, psychiatric treatment, or any other form of licensed healthcare.

If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, severe anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, or any other acute psychological condition, please seek immediate help from a qualified healthcare professional or contact your local emergency services. In the United States, you may call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) or text HOME to 741741 (Crisis Text Line).

FDA and Regulatory Compliance

The content, products, and services offered by Aphor Subconscious Studio have not been evaluated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) or any other governmental regulatory body. Our digital audio sessions, guided meditations, and wellness content are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or medical condition.

In accordance with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) guidelines, any testimonials, user experiences, or results shared on our platform represent individual cases and are not intended to represent or guarantee that anyone will achieve the same or similar results. Individual outcomes vary based on personal factors, engagement with the content, and pre-existing conditions.

Educational Purposes

Our sessions draw upon the principles and techniques of Ericksonian hypnotherapy as developed by Milton H. Erickson, M.D. While these principles have a strong foundation in clinical literature, the sessions offered through Aphor Subconscious Studio are educational in nature and are designed for self-directed personal exploration and general wellness.

Our content creators and practitioners are not licensed therapists, psychologists, or medical doctors unless explicitly stated in their individual practitioner profiles. The sessions are not tailored to your individual clinical needs and should not be treated as a personalized treatment plan.

No Guarantees of Results

Individual experiences with hypnotherapy and guided meditation vary significantly. Aphor Subconscious Studio makes no claims, guarantees, or warranties — express or implied — regarding specific outcomes, benefits, or results from using our content. Factors that may influence your experience include your level of engagement, consistency of practice, openness to the process, existing health conditions, and individual neurology.

Consult Your Healthcare Provider

Before beginning any new wellness program, including guided hypnotherapy or meditation, we strongly recommend consulting with your healthcare provider, particularly if you:

  • Have a diagnosed mental health condition or are currently in treatment
  • Are taking medication for anxiety, depression, psychosis, or other psychological conditions
  • Have a history of epilepsy or seizure disorders
  • Have experienced trauma or post-traumatic stress disorder
  • Have a dissociative disorder or are prone to dissociative episodes
  • Have a history of psychosis, schizophrenia, or bipolar disorder
  • Are pregnant or have other health concerns
  • Are currently in a substance abuse recovery program
  • Have cardiovascular conditions that may be affected by deep relaxation techniques

We recommend that individuals with the above conditions use our content only under the guidance and supervision of a qualified healthcare professional who is familiar with your medical history and can monitor your response to hypnotherapy and meditation practices.

Safe Listening Practices

Our guided sessions may induce states of deep relaxation, heightened suggestibility, and altered awareness. For your safety, please observe the following guidelines:

  • Never listen to guided sessions while driving, operating machinery, or performing any activity that requires your full attention
  • Find a comfortable, safe, and quiet environment before beginning a session
  • If you experience any discomfort, distress, dizziness, or adverse emotional reactions during a session, discontinue use immediately
  • Allow adequate time after a session to fully return to normal waking awareness before resuming activities that require alertness
  • Use headphones at a comfortable volume to protect your hearing

Assumption of Risk

By using Aphor Subconscious Studio, you voluntarily assume all risks associated with the use of our content, including but not limited to any emotional, psychological, or physical responses that may arise during or after using our sessions. You acknowledge that hypnotherapy and guided meditation may evoke unexpected emotional responses, memories, or sensations, and that such experiences are a normal part of the process.

Liability Waiver

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Aphor Subconscious Studio, its owners, officers, employees, contractors, practitioners, and affiliates shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of our content, including but not limited to:

  • Emotional or psychological distress experienced during or after sessions
  • Physical symptoms or reactions that may occur during deep relaxation
  • Any decisions or actions you take as a result of using our content
  • Failure to achieve desired outcomes or results from session use
  • Interactions between our content and any medical treatments, medications, or therapies you are currently undergoing

Recording and Redistribution Prohibition

You may not record, capture, screen-record, or otherwise reproduce any audio or video sessions during playback. You may not redistribute, share, upload to any platform, broadcast, or make available any content from Aphor Subconscious Studio to any third party by any means. Unauthorized reproduction or distribution may result in immediate account termination and legal action. See our Terms of Service for full details.

International Users

Aphor Subconscious Studio is operated from the United States. Laws regarding hypnotherapy, wellness content, health claims, and digital services vary by country and jurisdiction. If you access the Service from outside the United States, you are responsible for compliance with your local laws. The disclaimers and limitations set forth herein may not apply in jurisdictions that do not allow the exclusion of certain warranties or limitations of liability. In such jurisdictions, our liability shall be limited to the maximum extent permitted by applicable law.

Acknowledgment

By using Aphor Subconscious Studio, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to this disclaimer in its entirety. You agree that Aphor Subconscious Studio, its creators, practitioners, and affiliates are not liable for any adverse effects or consequences resulting from the use of our content. You confirm that you are using the Service voluntarily and of your own free will, and that you have had the opportunity to consult with a healthcare professional regarding the suitability of hypnotherapy and meditation for your individual circumstances.

If you have questions about this disclaimer or the suitability of our content for your situation, please contact us at legal@aphor.me.