If you have typed "is past life regression real" into a search bar, you are probably curious and a little cautious at the same time. You may have heard a friend describe a vivid session, or you may simply wonder whether something this unusual deserves a place in a serious wellness practice. Those are fair questions, and you deserve a clear answer rather than a sales pitch.
What past life regression is
Past life regression is a guided hypnotic process in which a person explores imagery, memories or stories that feel like past lives. Hypnosis itself is a focused, relaxed state of attention, and in that state many people find it easier to follow imagery with less of the usual running commentary. A practitioner guides you with gentle questions, and you describe what you notice: a place, a time, a person, a feeling, a scene that seems to unfold on its own.
People often ask whether this is the same as having a past life memory. That is the heart of the matter, and it deserves a direct response.
Is it real? What we can and cannot say
Science has not established whether the experiences people have in past life regression are memories of actual past lives. Some people believe they are. Others see them as imagination, symbolism or stories the mind creates in a relaxed state. Researchers and thoughtful practitioners hold a range of views, and the question remains open.
At A Way Forward, we make no claim either way. We do not tell you that you lived before, and we do not tell you that you did not. We invite you to treat whatever arises as an experience worth exploring, and to decide for yourself what it means. If you need certainty about the nature of the images before you can explore them, this may not be the right fit, and we would rather tell you that now than leave you disappointed later.
Why many people still find it meaningful
Whether or not a scene is a literal memory, many clients tell us it carries meaning. What clients describe, and we want to be clear that these are personal reports and not promised outcomes, is a new angle on a present-day pattern, a fear that suddenly makes more sense in the context of a story, or a relationship dynamic they can see with fresh eyes. Some describe a wider sense of perspective, as if their current worries sat inside a much larger frame. Others describe a quiet feeling of peace after a session, or simply the experience of being curious about themselves in a new way.
None of this depends on settling the question of whether the story is literally true. A dream can be meaningful without being a record of events, and many people approach past life imagery in the same spirit. The experience belongs to you, and you decide what to take from it.
What a session looks like
Whether you work with Jennifer Adams or Shannon Rollins-Rodriguez, the structure is similar, and our post on what happens in a past life regression session walks through it in more detail. We begin with a conversation, usually starting with a free 15-minute consultation, where you can ask questions and we can talk about what you hope to explore and whether this is a good fit for you. Before the session itself, we spend time clarifying your intention, which might be a recurring fear, a pattern in your relationships, or simply curiosity about what comes up.
Next comes the induction, a gentle process that guides you into a relaxed, focused state. From there, the guided exploration begins. We invite you to notice where you are, what is around you, what you are wearing, who is nearby, and what seems important. You describe what you experience in your own words, and we ask open questions that follow your lead rather than steering you toward a particular story.
Afterward there is time for reflection. We help you come back to the room, talk through what you noticed, and consider what, if anything, connects to your life now. Throughout the session you stay aware and in control. You can speak, pause, open your eyes or end the session at any point. Hypnosis is not a loss of consciousness, and no one can make you do or say anything you do not choose to. If you would like a broader picture of what any session feels like, our what to expect guide walks through it step by step.
Sessions are available in person at our office near Orlando International Airport, or online over Zoom for English speaking clients wherever you are. If you would rather begin from home, our online hypnotherapy page explains how sessions over Zoom work. For fees, please see our pricing page.
How it differs from QHHT®
You may also come across QHHT®, which stands for Quantum Healing Hypnosis Technique. It is a specific, longer method founded by Dolores Cannon, with its own structure and approach. It is not the same as a general past life regression session. At A Way Forward, QHHT® is offered only by Shannon Rollins-Rodriguez, who is a QHHT® Level 2 practitioner, and the session is $677. You can read the details on our QHHT® past life regression page.
Who it may not suit
Past life regression may not suit you if what you want most is proof, because we cannot offer it and no practitioner can. It is also not the right starting point if you are in acute distress. Hypnotherapy at A Way Forward is complementary support that can work alongside care from a licensed provider, in keeping with Florida Statutes Chapter 485, and it is not a substitute for mental health care. If you are in crisis, call or text 988 (Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, US).
If you are already working with a therapist or physician, we encourage you to mention your interest in a session to them. The best experience tends to come when you feel steady, curious and free to take whatever arises lightly.
Questions people often ask
Do I have to believe in past lives for a session to work?
No. You do not need a particular belief. Many clients arrive curious, undecided or skeptical, and they treat the experience as imagery worth exploring. We make no claim about what it is, and you are free to draw your own conclusions.
Will I be asleep or out of control?
No. Hypnosis is a relaxed, focused state, not sleep. You remain aware, you can speak throughout, and you can end the session whenever you choose.
What if nothing comes up?
That can happen, and it is not a failure. Some people see vivid scenes, others notice feelings, impressions or a sense of knowing, and some find the session mostly calming. We will talk through your experience afterward and, if you wish, discuss whether another approach would suit you better.
Can I do this online?
Yes. Online sessions over Zoom are available to English speaking clients worldwide, and many people find they are comfortable relaxing in their own space. If you prefer to be with us in person, our office is near Orlando International Airport.
If this resonates, you can learn more about past life regression in Orlando and online, or book a free 15-minute consultation with Jennifer Adams or Shannon Rollins-Rodriguez, in person in Orlando or online over Zoom.