San Francisco

Kali DuBois, PhD, C.Ht., is a leading expert in sexual behavior, an experiential psychologist, and a certified hypnotherapist (NGH). She holds a PhD in Experiential Psychology from Prescott College and University of Arizona, and has studied at the University of Hawaii. Since 2003, she has dedicated herself to the study of human behavior, sex work, and Tantra, traveling the world to deepen her understanding of intimacy, power dynamics, and transformation.

Trained by Robert Dilts as an NLP Trainer and by Tim & Kris Halbolm as an NLP Master Practitioner, DuBois seamlessly bridges the worlds of academia and erotic exploration. She is also a professor and researcher, continuously writing and studying human sexuality from both scientific and experiential perspectives. Beyond academia, she runs an adult studio and is a passionate advocate for those seeking to reclaim their own narratives—supporting individuals who, like her, have transformed from exploited sex workers into empowered authorities in sexual psychology.

Phoenix

James Giunta, M.A., C.Ht., is a musician, hypnotherapist, and the creator of Hyp+Note=Therapy, a groundbreaking approach that fuses hypnosis and music to unlock creativity and personal transformation. He attended Berklee College of Music, he later taught communication at Rutgers University, bringing his expertise in both fields to his work.

Since 2009, Giunta has been practicing hypnotherapy and became a Certified Instructor for the National Guild of Hypnotists in 2010. His contributions to the field earned him the title of Hypnotist of the Year in 2013. A sought-after TEDx speaker, author, and coach, he is dedicated to guiding individuals toward self-discovery and empowerment through innovative therapeutic techniques.

Giunta’s work has had a profound impact on people in recovery—particularly those who have turned to substances to numb pain and trauma, including sexual trauma. Through his unique blend of hypnosis and music, he helps clients reclaim their sense of self, heal deeply rooted wounds, and move toward lasting transformation.

Chicago

Karl Hadley, C.Ht., is a former adult film star turned hypnotist and addiction counselor, specializing in the intersection of mind control, trauma recovery, and behavioral transformation. After years in the adult industry, he shifted his focus to the psychology of pleasure, compulsion, and addiction, using hypnosis as a tool to help others break free from destructive patterns.

Trained as a certified hypnotherapist (NGH) and an NLP Master Practitioner, Hadley combines his lived experience with advanced psychological techniques to guide clients through deep subconscious change. His expertise extends to addiction recovery, particularly for those struggling with substance abuse as a means of numbing trauma—especially sexual trauma.

As both a practitioner and educator, Hadley is dedicated to helping individuals reclaim their autonomy, whether through breaking free from addiction, overcoming compulsive behaviors, or exploring the power of hypnosis for personal growth. His journey from the adult industry to the therapeutic world gives him a rare and powerful perspective—one that challenges stigma and empowers transformation.

Los Angeles

Linney Goldman is a dating coach and former actress who has dedicated her career to helping people find deep, lasting love. With a background in performance and storytelling, she understands human attraction at a psychological and emotional level—turning real-life romance into something more magical than the movies.

Goldman has helped countless clients break through limiting beliefs, master the art of connection, and meet their forever match. Her coaching blends confidence-building, communication mastery, and emotional intelligence, guiding singles through the complex world of modern dating with practical strategies and personalized insights.

Her journey from the spotlight to the love industry has given her a unique edge—teaching people how to stand out, create undeniable chemistry, and build relationships that don’t just last, but thrive. Whether working with clients one-on-one or leading transformational dating workshops, Goldman is passionate about turning love from a guessing game into an art form.