Dr. Gary Elkins, Ph.D, ABPP, ABPH
Hypnosis and Mind-Body Research for Sleep, Aging, Menopausal Symptoms, Pain, and Post-Traumatic Growth
About Dr. Elkins
Dr. Gary Elkins is tenured Professor of Psychology and Neuroscience at Baylor University and core faculty in the Clinical Psychology and General-Experimental Psychology/Neuroscience Ph.D. doctoral programs. He is the Director of the Mind-Body Medicine Research Laboratory. He leads a research program in mind-body clinical trials and empirical research into clinical hypnosis, music interventions, and mindfulness. Dr. Elkins is a Scientific Advisory Board member of the Boulder Crest Foundation and co-developer of the Mindset app “Evia” to reduce hot flashes and improve sleep. He is the Editor-in-Chief of the International Journal of Clinical and Experimental Hypnosis (IJCEH).
Research & Therapy
Dr. Gary Elkins is a clinical researcher and clinical psychologist with over 40 years of experience providing clinical hypnosis, cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindful hypnotherapy, and clinical health psychology. Dr. Elkins has received more than $20 million in federal research grants for his groundbreaking work on the development of mind-body research laboratory, which continues to receive high praise as advancing evidence-based therapy for sleep disturbances, chronic pain, hot flashes, relieving stress, and helping people heal from trauma.
Specialties
Hypnotherapy
Dr. Elkins is a world expert in hypnotherapy in clinical practice and research. He is the Editor-in-Chief of the International Journal of Clinical and Experimental Hypnosis.
Psychotherapy
Dr. Elkins is a Licensed Psychologist and Board Certified in Clinical Health Psychology by the American Board of Professional Psychology (ABPP).
Research
Dr. Elkins focuses on clinical trial research into mind-body interventions that advance scientific knowledge of biobehavioral conditions.
Books
The Handbook of Medical and Psychological Hypnosis won the Best Book in Hypnosis Award presented by the Society for Clinical and Experimental Hypnosis.
Expertise
Dr. Elkins is the Editor-in-Chief of the International Journal of Clinical and Experimental Hypnosis, the leading journal in the field of hypnosis research. He is Past-President of the Society for Clinical and Experimental Hypnosis. Dr. Elkins is a licensed psychologist, with board certification in Clinical Health Psychology from the American Board of Professional Psychology representing the highest level of competency recognition. He maintains a limited private practice in specialized areas of cognitive-behavioral therapy, clinical hypnosis, and mindful hypnotherapy.
Get Involved
Are you currently experiencing postmenopausal symptoms or struggling with chronic back pain or poor sleep? Learn how to better manage and cope with these life challenges for free while participating in one of many cutting-edge clinical research studies that address these issues. Whether you’re interested in receiving therapy or joining Dr. Elkins’ distinguished research program, we would love to hear from you!
Recent News
Revolutionizing Menopause: Dr. Gary Elkins Explores Hypnosis for Hot Flash Relief in Oprah Daily
Updated 12 months ago
Dr. Gary Elkins, Director of the Mind-Body Medicine Research Laboratory, was recently interviewed by Lisa Arbetter for an article in Oprah Daily. In the article, Arbetter examines both traditional and contemporary treatments for hot flashes, with a particular focus on the groundbreaking hypnosis intervention currently under investigation in our lab. This innovative approach is part […]
Don’t Let Hot Flashes Rule Your Life: How Evia’s Hypnotherapy App Can Help You
Updated 1 year ago
Hot flashes are a common complaint during menopause. But what if there was a natural, drug-free way to manage them and regain control of your comfort? Enter Evia, a revolutionary app designed by Dr. Gary Elkins, in partnership with Mindset Health, that utilizes the power of hypnotherapy to effectively reduce hot flashes and improve your […]
New Baylor Press Release Featuring Dr. Elkins
Updated 2 years ago
In recognition of World Menopause Day, Baylor psychologist, Dr. Gary Elkins, shares research on hypnotherapy’s beneficial effects in relieving hot flashes. Access the article here.