PhD Leiden University OMNI & RTT® Certified

Understand yourself.
Change from within.

When you understand the emotions, beliefs and patterns driving your life, change becomes natural—not something you have to force. Grounded in biological research and certified hypnotherapy.

Free & Zero Obligation Online Sessions Worldwide Tailored 1-on-1 Care

Dr. Irina Albulescu
Irina Albulescu, PhD Biologist & Certified Hypnotherapist

"Until you make the unconscious conscious, it will direct your life and you will call it fate."

— Carl Jung —
Interactive Self-Assessment

Does This Sound Familiar?

Tap any experiences below that resonate with your current situation:

Overthink decisions, even when you already know what you want
Keep putting things off, even though you know what needs to be done
Feel anxious about a specific activity (e.g. driving, public speaking) without knowing why
Keep repeating patterns in your relationships, family life or career
Doubt yourself or experience imposter syndrome despite your achievements
Put your own needs aside and feel guilty when choosing yourself
Feel stuck, exhausted or unmotivated, even though you desire positive change
Understand your habits intellectually, but struggle to change emotional reactions

What if the answer isn't more effort—but a deeper understanding of what's driving the pattern?

A DIFFERENT WAY TO CREATE CHANGE

Change starts with understanding, not fighting yourself

To create meaningful change, we explore what lies beneath your thoughts, emotions and behaviours — and find a way forward that works with you, rather than against you.

1

Notice

Become curious about your patterns.

Notice the thoughts, emotions, sensations and behaviours that shape your responses — without judging yourself for them.

2

Understand

Discover what lies beneath the pattern.

Explore the beliefs, emotions and needs that may be influencing the way you think, feel and respond.

3

Transform

Create space for a different response.

Using hypnosis and conscious awareness, begin to develop new ways of thinking, feeling and responding that are more aligned with who you are today.

My Approach

  • Curiosity before judgement
  • Understanding emotions before trying to change them
  • Seeing patterns as meaningful signals
  • Understanding how the subconscious mind protects us
  • Working with yourself, rather than against yourself

Why Hypnosis?

Hypnosis creates a calm, focused state in which you can become more aware of your inner experience and explore patterns that may be difficult to access through conscious thinking alone.

Rather than simply trying to think your way out of a pattern, we can work with the deeper beliefs, emotions and associations connected to it — opening the possibility for a different outcome.

What can we work on together?

Whether you're dealing with a specific challenge or a pattern you've struggled with for years, we can explore what lies beneath it and work towards meaningful change.

Mind & emotions

Anxiety · fears & phobias · confidence · feeling stuck or unmotivated

Body & wellbeing

Migraines · weight management · mind–body patterns

Relationships & patterns

Family relationships · recurring patterns · self-worth · emotional responses

Learning & performance

Dyslexia · learning confidence · performance anxiety

"An unexamined life is not worth living."

— Socrates —
Ways We Can Work Together

Targeted Programmes & Services

From a focused session to deeper personal exploration, choose the approach that fits what you're looking to change.

Signature Programme

Personal History Exploration

Understand how your past experiences, family dynamics, and subconscious beliefs may still shape the way you think, feel, and respond today. Together, we explore the root causes of recurring emotional patterns so you can consciously decide what you want to keep, transform, or release.

Includes:

  • 6 × 60-minute online sessions
  • PDF support & exercises
  • Personalised hypnotic recording
€625 incl. 21% VAT
Comprehensive Deep Transformation Explore →
Focused Hypnotherapy

One-Session Hypnotherapy

Designed for a specific concern or acute challenge you would like to address through a focused, deep-dive session. Ideal for overcoming specific fears, phobias, performance anxiety, migraines, or unhelpful habits, giving you targeted subconscious tools for rapid clarity and relief.

Includes:

  • 60-minute online intake
  • 2-hour hypnosis session
  • Personalised hypnotic recording
€325 incl. 21% VAT
Intensive Breakthrough Package Explore →
Personalised Support

Hypnotic Recording

A custom audio recording crafted specifically around your personal goals, mindset challenges, or habit shifts. Built from our intake consultation, this personalized hypnotic audio reinforces new neural pathways, giving you a daily practical tool for sustained long-term transformation.

Includes:

  • 60-minute online intake
  • Personalised hypnotic recording
  • Follow-up conversation
€125 incl. 21% VAT
Targeted Audio Support For Everyday Use Explore →
Client Experiences

What Clients Say

Change is personal. So are the results.

"Before the recording, I felt lost and without a goal. My mind was fuzzy and I needed my focus back. Even after the intake call, I already felt halfway better — just talking things through helped me find answers."

"The recording reflected my situation 100%. It made me realise that I can allow myself to be in between chapters. Since listening to it, my mind feels clearer, I’m more at rest, and my focus is coming back."

"Irina is a very good listener and she hit the right spots. Her answers and ideas are realistic, and the recording really works."

D.K.
Dennis K. Personalised Hypnotic Recording

"Irina has such a kind and sensitive approach to her work. She made me feel at ease, and gave me the space to have my emotions."

"Her calm voice guided me through an amazing transformation that really helped me to overcome my fear of being seen."

K.W.
Kerry W. Maui, USA · One-Session Hypnotherapy

"Looking at recurring patterns across generations helped me understand where my beliefs may have come from without feeling stuck in them."

"The sessions were structured, thoughtful, supportive, and practical, and the personalized hypnotic recording tied everything together. I left the program feeling hopeful, motivated, and excited about the next chapter."

L.A.
Linda A. Personal History Exploration

"I am not what happened to me, I am what I choose to become."

— Carl Jung —
Dr. Irina Albulescu
Meet Irina

Scientist by training. Curious about people by nature.

I’m Irina Albulescu, PhD — a biologist, former medical researcher, and founder of IchangeWithin.

Through 14 years in medical research, science taught me to look beneath what is immediately visible—observing carefully and seeking the deeper mechanisms driving what we experience. Today, I bring that exact analytical curiosity to human emotions, mindsets, and behavior.

Trained in OMNI Hypnosis and RTT®, I guide you to explore the subconscious beliefs, experiences, and patterns shaping your life. My goal is to help you understand yourself deeply so you can make conscious, empowered choices about what to keep, transform, or release.

— Irina Albulescu, PhD Biologist & Medical Researcher
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Accreditations & Education

Credentials & Professional Training

Rigorous scientific research combined with world-class hypnotherapy certifications.

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Leiden University PhD Medical Science
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Utrecht University Postdoctoral Researcher
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RTT® Certified Practitioner
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OMNI Hypnosis ISO 9001 Certified
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IHA Int. Hypnosis Assoc.
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CAT Alternative Therapists
Clear Answers

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know before booking your free video call.

Will I lose control or be forced to say things during hypnosis?

No, absolutely not. Hypnosis is a state of deep relaxation and focused attention, similar to being absorbed in a book or meditation. You remain conscious, in complete control, and can open your eyes or stop the session at any moment.

Does online hypnotherapy via video call work as well as in-person?

Yes! In fact, many clients prefer online sessions because they are in the comfort and safety of their own home environment. All you need is a comfortable place to sit or lie down, a stable internet connection, and headphones.

How many sessions will I need?

This depends on your specific goal. A single specific fear or habit can often be addressed in our 1-Session Hypnotherapy breakthrough package, while deeper life patterns or personal history exploration benefit from our 6-session structured signature programme.

What happens during the Free 20-Minute Call?

The call is completely informal and zero-pressure. We'll chat about what you're currently experiencing, answer any questions you have about hypnosis, and decide together if working together is the right fit for you.

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A space to slow down, notice your patterns and connect more deeply with what you feel — through guided hypnosis, reflection and shared exploration.

Free hypnotic recordings
Weekly introspective posts
Weekly reflection call
Emotional resilience resources
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TAKE THE FIRST STEP

Curious about what could change for you?

Book a free, no-obligation 20-minute video call. Bring your questions, tell me a little about what you'd like to change, and we'll explore whether working together feels right for you.

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Online sessions available worldwide. Sessions are scheduled by mutual availability across time zones.

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Medical Disclaimer: IchangeWithin offers hypnotherapy for personal development, self-awareness and meaningful change. My services are not a substitute for medical or psychological diagnosis or treatment. If you have a medical or mental health condition, please consult an appropriate healthcare professional.
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