Transform Your Mind & Spirit with Hypnotherapy & Energy Healing — Live via Zoom from the Comfort of Your Home
Oceanside Art of Hypnosis offers the ancient art and science of hypnosis and energy work led by Detlef Joe Friede, MCH (Master Certified Hypnotherapist). Specializing in PTSD support, phobia and fear release, spiritual wellness, and soul-level exploration through Quantum Entanglement—available globally through secure, live Zoom call sessions.
- Certified Master Hypnotherapist: CHA President 2012–2026 .
- Published Author: Featured contributor to Wake Up: Miracles of Healing From Around the World .
- Guided Transformation: A time-honored approach for PTSD, phobias, and fear-based breakthroughs.
- Convenient & Safe: High-efficacy live sessions conducted from the comfort of your home.
- Zero-Risk Start: Complimentary 20-minute Discovery Session available.
Meet Detlef Joe Friede
Detlef (Joe) Friede is the founder of Oceanside Art of Hypnosis, a Certified Master Hypnotherapist and Forensic Hypnotist with a career that spans hypnotherapy, martial arts, music, and emergency response.
Training & Credentials
Detlef has served as President of the Canadian Hypnosis Association (CHA) from 2012 through 2026 , and is a member of the Guild of Hypnotherapists of America. His practice draws on a wide range of modalities, including Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), Reiki, Axiatonal Alignment, and the Hawaiian tradition of Ho'oponopono, alongside hypnosis and shamanic techniques.
Detlef's Certified Master Hypnotherapist credential.
A Mentor's Legacy
Detlef studied under Diane B. Cherry, a respected figure in Canadian hypnosis and his late mentor, whose guidance shaped the foundation of his practice.
Beyond Hypnotherapy
Before turning to hypnotherapy full-time, Detlef built a varied career: as a professional trumpet player performing with philharmonic orchestras, R&B, jazz, funk, and show bands; as a certified medical first responder (BC Justice Institute); and as a 2nd-degree black belt in Ju Jutsu with over 25 years of martial arts coaching experience. This varied background shapes an approach that is equal parts discipline, creativity, and calm under pressure.
The Philosophy Behind the Practice
The Ancient Art of Hypnosis
Hypnosis is one of the oldest tools for accessing the human mind, with roots tracing back thousands of years. Detlef draws on these time-honored techniques, adapted for the pace and pressures of modern life, to help clients find balance and clarity.
Learn More ↓What Is Hypnosis?
Hypnosis is a natural, focused state of relaxed attention—similar to daydreaming—that allows the subconscious mind to become more receptive to positive change. It's used around the world for stress relief, personal growth, and breaking unwanted habits.
Learn More ↓Quantum Healing & Energy Work
Detlef's approach blends hypnosis with energy-based traditions, including shamanic and quantum healing practices, to support spiritual growth and inner transformation alongside the mind-body connection.
Learn More ↓Simple, Transparent Pricing for Your Journey
Hypnosis and energy work sessions at Oceanside Art of Hypnosis range from a complimentary 20-minute consultation ( $0 CAD ) to targeted, spiritual, and soul-level sessions ( $245–$425 CAD ). All sessions are conducted live via secure Zoom call.
Discovery Consultation
Initial Chat & Goal Setting
$0 20 Minutes • Live Zoom Call- 1-on-1 consultation with Detlef Joe Friede
- Discuss your goals and challenges
- Outline a path forward that fits you
- Zero pressure or obligation
Vitality Session
Hypnosis and Energy Work
$245 60 Minutes • Live Zoom Call- Focused hypnosis and energy session
- Targeted for PTSD, Havana Syndrome & phobias
- Direct follow-up support by email
Soul Exploration Session
Past Lives & Deep Inner Work
$425 120 Minutes • Live Zoom Call- Past-life and life-between-lives regression
- Akashic Records and inner guidance
- Astral travel navigation
- Deep 2-hour immersive experience
- Direct follow-up support by email
Spiritual Wellness Session
Holistic Energetic Support
$245 60 Minutes • Live Zoom Call- Support for energetic & spiritual disturbances
- Space for complex or sensitive experiences*
- Compassionate, grounded approach
- Direct follow-up support by email
*Spiritual Wellness Sessions are offered as a complementary, holistic service and are not a substitute for medical or psychiatric care, diagnosis, or emergency treatment.
In-Person Session Inquiries
If you are located in Oceanside on Vancouver Island, BC and require an in-person appointment, please book a complimentary 20-minute Discovery Session or send a direct message. In-person availability is arranged on a case-by-case basis. After reviewing your initial intake, a private booking link will be provided if an in-person session is suitable.
Book Free Consultation to Discuss In-PersonReserve Your Time
Scheduling an online session is quick and secure. Select your preferred appointment type below to view open dates and reserve your time automatically. All sessions are conducted 100% live via secure Zoom—no audio or video recordings are made or kept.
"A Turning Point"
"On January 13th, 2018, I was airlifted off the coast of Costa Rica after suffering a stroke due to a 35-year cigarette addiction. Despite this, a year later, I was still smoking up to a pack a day. Faced with a grim future, I tried various methods without success. Upon a recommendation, I sought a session with Detlef, and haven't smoked since."
Featured Contributor in a Global Healing Anthology
In 2020, Detlef (Joe) Friede joined an international group of practitioners—including Dr. Joe Dispenza—as a contributing author of Wake Up: Miracles of Healing From Around the World , a collection of real-life healing stories from practitioners around the globe.
View on AmazonEverything You Need to Know
Here are direct answers to common questions about working with Detlef Joe Friede, MCH—covering safety, what to expect, and how live Zoom call sessions work.
What are live Zoom call hypnotherapy sessions like?
Live Zoom call hypnotherapy offers a supportive and relaxing experience for many clients. Working from your own familiar environment allows you to settle in and relax quickly without the stress of travel. All you need is a quiet space and a reliable internet connection.
Can hypnotherapy help me quit smoking after years of habit?
Many clients explore hypnosis as a supportive tool for shifting subconscious habits around smoking. People who have smoked for decades—even after major health events like Dave's—often find it helpful in as few as 1 to 3 sessions.
What does hypnosis feel like? Will I be in control?
Hypnosis feels like a calm, relaxed state of guided focus—similar to light meditation. You remain aware of what is happening around you and stay in complete control of your choices throughout the session.
Are sessions recorded?
No. All sessions are conducted 100% live via secure Zoom video call. No audio or video recordings are made or kept, and nothing is stored after your session ends.
What credentials does Detlef Joe Friede hold?
Detlef Joe Friede, MCH, is a Certified Master Hypnotherapist and Forensic Hypnotist. He has served as President of the Canadian Hypnosis Association (CHA) from 2012 through 2026 , bringing over decades of hands-on practice.
Has Detlef Joe Friede published any written work?
Yes. In 2020, Detlef (Joe) Friede joined an international group of practitioners—including Dr. Joe Dispenza—as a contributing author of Wake Up: Miracles of Healing From Around the World , a collection of real-life healing stories from practitioners around the globe.
What happens during a Soul Exploration Session?
A Soul Exploration Session is a 2-hour guided deep session focused on past-life memories, life-between-lives reflection, Akashic Records, and inner soul work for personal insight.
Is a Spiritual Wellness Session a replacement for medical care?
No. Spiritual Wellness Sessions provide supportive, holistic care. They are designed to complement—not replace—care from your regular doctor, psychiatrist, or medical specialist.
The Ancient Art of Hypnosis
Hypnosis is one of the oldest known tools for accessing the human mind, with roots in meditative and trance practices found across cultures for thousands of years.
Long before modern psychology gave it a name, cultures around the world used focused, trance-like states for reflection, healing, and insight. These practices share a common thread: guiding the mind into a state of deep, relaxed focus where old patterns can loosen and new perspectives can take root.
A Time-Honored Practice, Adapted for Today
Modern life brings a different kind of pressure than the world these traditions were born into—constant notifications, information overload, and little space for stillness. Detlef draws on these time-honored techniques and adapts them for the pace of modern life, helping clients slow down, refocus, and reconnect with a sense of balance.
Why It Still Matters
The goal isn't novelty—it's return. Hypnosis, practiced this way, is less about anything mystical and more about giving the mind the conditions it needs to settle, reflect, and shift old habits of thought. It's offered here as a complement to, not a replacement for, care from your doctor or mental health provider.
What Is Hypnosis?
Hypnosis is a natural, focused state of relaxed attention —similar to daydreaming or the moment just before sleep—where the subconscious mind becomes more open to positive suggestion and change.
What Hypnosis Is Not
- It is not sleep, and you are not unconscious.
- It is not mind control—you remain aware and in control of your choices throughout.
- It cannot make you do anything against your values or will.
What Hypnosis Is
- A collaborative, guided process between practitioner and client.
- A relaxed, focused state used worldwide for stress relief, personal growth, and breaking unwanted habits.
- A tool for exploring subconscious patterns that may be holding you back.
Every session is a partnership—Detlef guides, but you remain the one in control. Sessions are held live over Zoom, so you can experience this work from anywhere in the world, in the comfort of your own space.
Quantum Healing & Energy Work
Alongside hypnosis, Detlef incorporates energy-based traditions —including shamanic techniques and what he refers to as quantum healing—to support clients on a spiritual and energetic level.
These practices are rooted in ancient healing traditions from around the world, passed down through generations of practitioners long before modern medicine existed. They approach wellbeing holistically—mind, body, and spirit together—rather than focusing on a single symptom in isolation.
A Complement, Not a Replacement
Quantum healing and energy work are offered here as a complementary, holistic practice for spiritual growth and inner transformation. They are not a substitute for medical or psychiatric care, diagnosis, or treatment, and are best explored alongside—not instead of—care from your regular doctor or mental health provider.